school district correspondence
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Want to know what school districts are saying about networking? Hear from a panel of school district recruiters who will help you navigate the sometimes intimidating correspondence between you and your schools of interest. From how to follow up with a principal to how to stand out in a career fair, come participate in this very informative discussion!TRANSCRIPT
School District Correspondence: How to Make the Most of YOUR Networking Opportunities
Presented by: Bethany Bagley
College of Education Career Consultant
Making the Grade in YOUR Job Search:
A Teacher’s Guide to Career Success
Types of Correspondence
Cover letters/Letters of Applications
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
A cover letter should: Market your skills, abilities, and experiences Accompany your resume and provide more detail Relate to the job to which you are applying
When do I use it? Job posting requirement Networking/Conveying interest
When do I NOT use it? Career Fairs
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
When do I use it? When applying for a school district
Attach your cover letter in PDF
format.
How to Format a Cover Letter
Paragraph 1: Brief Introduction Degree/Certification Summary of Qualifications Connection to school/district
Paragraph 2: Qualifications backed up by experience 3-5 UNIQUE skills/attributes More than your resume Connection to school/district
Paragraph 3: Bringing it all together Restate interest Contact information Connection to school/district
Heading: Always address someone specifically; never To whom it may concern: Address the
principal/superintendent/human resources director
What NOT to do:October 16, 2012Gwinnett County School DistrictDepartment of Human ResourcesDuluth, GA 30096
To whom it may concern:I am applying for the Elementary Teacher position. I have the knowledge and skills you are looking for to fill this position. My career has included opportunities to plan, develop and implement various teaching strategies for diverse students. I have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Please call me to schedule a follow up interview.
Sincerely,Joe Bulldog
Types of Correspondence
Cover letters/Letters of Applications
Principal Introductory Email
How to Format Principal Correspondence
Should be brief, contain your
BEST qualities, and include
contact information.
Types of Correspondence
Cover letters/Letters of Applications
Principal Introductory Email
Thank You Notes
How to Format Thank You Notes
Send within 24-48 hours
If handwritten, make sure it is legible.
Remind the administrator of the interaction/ conversation.
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