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Correspondence your first impression can mean the difference between getting an interview and being looked over.

Be qualified for the position for which you are applying.

From: Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2009 10:40 AM To: Cindy Patton <[email protected]> Subject: Re:

Spanish Teacher Position

Ms. Patton,

Unfortunately at this time I do not have a bacheor's degree at this time. I will be
Thank you for your response.

graduating in December. If you find that you still need a teacher to fill that position when December rolls around I would be more than interested. Thank you.

Do not be too familiar. When speaking and writing use formal introductions until instructed to do otherwise.
From: Date: Friday, April 30, 2010 8:00 AM To: Cindy Patton <[email protected]> Subject: Middle and High School Science Teacher Dear Cindy, I hope that you are doing well. Please find my attached resume for position of Middle and High School Science Teacher. Thank you,

Consider your audience.

From:
Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2009 6:00 PM To: Cindy Patton <[email protected]> Subject: Re: Stuart Hall School Hola Sra. Patton y gracias por su correo electrnico en vuelta. Yo tengo mucho inters en la posicin en SH. Me gustara hacerle unas preguntas en cuanto

al trabajo. Puedo llamarle maana durante mi hora libre, como a las 9:20 al tiempo
central? Le dej un mensaje de voz esta tarde en su mquina. Gracias otra vez por escribindome. Atentamente,

From:

Spell and grammar check written correspondence.

Date: Sunday, June 28, 2009 2:30 PM

To: Cindy Patton [email protected], Subject: Residence Life Coordinator Dear Ms. Patton,

Please consider my candidacy for Residence Life Coordinator at Stuart Hall. I come to you with over twenty years experience in independent schools where I served for eleven years as Dean of Students at a coed boarding school, three years as Dean of Students in a day school, seven years as a Dorm Head for 100 boys, and two years as a Dorm Parent. I understand residential life, the needs of boarding students, and the special benefits and problems of independent school life. I have a particular interest in working with international students. Several years ago, I had the opportunity to travel throughout Korea for 3 1/2 weeks with students whom I have taught. Throughout the years, I have planned and carried out many social, cultural, and educational programs. I have coordinated and conducted leadership programs for student leaders, dorm parents, and dorm heads. I see disciplinary events as learning opportunities and believe that saying "no" is simply part of everyday life. I have participated in hundreds of Discipline Committee meetins.
Attached are my resume, personal statement, and several references. I hope you will contact me. Sincerely,

From: Date: Sunday, June 28, 2009 10:35 AM To: Cindy Patton <[email protected]> Subject: STUDENT LIFE COORDINATOR position
Good Morning Ms. Patton, Attached please find my credentials for the available position of STUDENT LIFE COORDINATOR at Stuart Hall School. This is an outstanding educational leadership opportunity that truly fits my background and expertise. I thank you for your time and consideration, and I hope to hear from you. soon. Most sincerely,

Some errors are deal breakers!

Hello, leter, and references for your review please let me know if you ahve any
I am attaching my resume, cover

additional questions.

Thanks

This email hits most of the not to do points and then some. Consider everything about this email a no-no!
From: Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2009 11:34 AM To: Cindy Patton <[email protected]> Subject: Residence Life Coordinator I have applied before with Mrs. Buchanan but could not except the salary. My name is Lois B. Buchanan and I have taught Sunday School with children ages 4 through 14 for four years as well as PTA President for a year. I have a BA in Design and attended college for one year Business Management. I am a Christian Jesus believing woman with a true love of life and learning. I would love to meet with you to discuss the position. I am currently working at Hershey's in stuarts Draft. My phone number is 540-292-4855. Thank you,

I like this young womans enthusiasm!

From: Date: Monday, August 13, 2012 11:51 PM To: Cindy Patton <[email protected]> Subject: a possible opening

Dear Ms. Patton, I am emailing you because of a reference to your school about a possible job opening. I am a recent certified graduate of the Bridgewater College Education Department and am currently looking for a teaching position. I am planning to stop by tomorrow afternoon in order to drop off my resume and possibly meet with you. If there is a time in the afternoon that is better for you to meet, please let me know. Again, this position was just mentioned to me by a friend, and I was encouraged to contact you about the potential opening. I look forward to hearing from you soon. You may reach me on my cell phone at ..
Educationally yours, -Bridgewater College '12 Elementary Educ. Major

Follow up immediately.
From: Date: Monday, April 2, 2012 5:20 AM To: Cindy Patton <[email protected]> Subject: teaching position Good Morning Ms. Patton, I really enjoyed my visit to Stuart Hall. It seems like a wonderful school community and a great place to teach. I was wondering if any positions have become available for the upcoming school year?

Again, it was a pleasure to meet you and I look forward to hearing back from you.
Thank you,

What can you do today?

* check your Facebook settings. * Google yourself. * consider joining LinkedIn. * develop a statement of professional purpose/philosophy:

"I believe that the human endeavor is a holistic one and that all learning should be infused with art, community, craft, technology, and compelling, connected content from across the disciplines." * prepare an example of an accomplishment about which you are proud, and an example of how you handled a difficult situation. * consider acquiring an all purpose suit. * attach a photograph to your resume.

What to do before the interview?

* Be sure you know where you are going.

check traffic conditions and parking. * Arrive 5-10 minutes early.

Consider taking a test drive to

During the interview:

* it is ok to be nervous. * first impressions are lasting impressions take care in your

presentation. Dress professionally, avoid heavy perfume, appearing too rigid or, conversely, too familiar (hugging/first name). * be well spoken and use good grammar. * use good eye-contact and a firm handshake. * show interest in the person with whom you are speaking and about the school. Ask questions. * seem to be glad to be there. * share information about yourself

During the interview:

* talk about kids and content with excitement, enthusiasm, and

passion. * show your sense of humor appropriately. * listen well and answer questions appropriately. do not speak over or interrupt the interviewer. * be able to articulate a sense of professional purpose. * have an example of an accomplishment about which you are proud, and an example of how you handled a difficult situation.

What to do after your interview: * follow up immediately. Speak to something specific (school/students/community) from your visit. * if asked to teach, prepare a dynamic lesson that showcases your style and engagement with students. * Check in approximately a week after the interview.

What not to do: * do not speak poorly about former/current employers/colleagues. * do not ask about salary/benefits package before interview. * job hopping (as seen in the next slide) and gaps in professional experience are red flags.

Six jobs in six years!

Ann R. Clavin Tianjin, TEDA, China Email: [email protected] 132 999 52084 (China cell)

________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________ TEACHING EXPERIENCE: Teda International School, Tianjin, TEDA, China (August 2009 July 2010). Classroom upper primary teacher: Sixth grade teacher of all four core areas of English, social studies, science and math. Jayland L earning Cent er, Dalian, China (September 2008 July 2009). Educational manager: teacher for an English supplemental learning center with two campuses in Dalian, China. Multi-leveled English as a Second Language school with my students ranging in age from five years old to adults. World Yout h Academy , Da lian Branch , Dalian, China (March 2007 to June 2008) Lead teacher for an international baccalaureate middle school and pre-IB. Teacher of English and humanities, science: grades 6-10th. Kent City Sc hools , Kent, Ohio (November 2006-March 2007) Collaborative teacher and Title 1 tutor: Title 1 a reading readiness skills program for elementary through high school. Seton Catho lic Scho ol , Hudson, Ohio (August 2005-June 2006) Language arts and social studies teacher with extracurricular activities that include, National Geographic Geography Bee, 'Coming Together, Akron', Virtues Project, developing original lessons plans that synchronize with the state of Ohio standards and implementing projects and computer related objectives for fifth, seventh and eighth grade. Completion of Praxis III, April 2006. American Scho ol of Kosova , Prishtina, Kosova (August2004- July 2005). Lead teacher for an international school with a multi-age classroom students ranging from fourth to seventh grade; core subject areas of language arts, social studies, math, science with specials of art and computer technology. The student body comprised mainly of local and international students, with a range of English abilities from new learner to English as first language students. STUDENT TEACHING: Rausch Middle School , Ravenna, Ohio (JanuaryApril2004). Developed original lessons plans utilizing resources from the Internet to enrich the fifth grade social studies and language arts curriculum for a cohort of 80 students, including gifted and special education students. Piloted the Virtues Project; a character educational program. FIELD EXPERIENCE: Stanto n Middle Scho ol, Kent, Ohio, (January-April 2003). Assisting classroom teacher with development of social studies and language arts lesson plans for eighth grade. D odge Intermediate School, Twinsburg, Ohio (October-December 2002).

Cindy Patton, Lower School Director [email protected]