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Robert Half's cover letter samples and templates are designed to support you in finding and securing the perfect job. Whether your job application is submitted by mail or electronically , your cover letter is the first document that most employers read, and acts as a sort of appetiser to your resume. It is critical that your cover letter captures the best parts of your resume without being a duplication of this document, and that it is personal, tailored and convincing.

Download our free cover letter templates below:

• Accounting cover letter template
• IT cover letter template

Here are our top tips on how to best use these cover letter templates, no matter what role you’re applying for.

Be strict with the length

Stick to one page. Whether you’re using a cover letter template as a receptionist applying for their first job or because you’re a senior executive trying to secure the top job, cover letters should never be much more than 300-350 words, or about four paragraphs. You improve your chances of persuading an employer to read your resume if you’ve kept your cover letter equal parts impressive and brief. However you adapt it, be tough on yourself when it comes to cover letter length. It is better to give the employer a taste of the rest of your application rather than risk wearing them down with too much information.

Get the details and facts straight

If you’re going to address specific employers at an organisation, make sure you get their names, titles, addresses and emails correct. Even a modest error in title or name could give the impression that your cover letter lacked effort and attention, and that you failed to the take the time required to research and find the correct details. Assuming you’ve obtained the correct details, err on the side of caution when using them, particularly titles and names. If in doubt of the correct usage, always opt for the more formal title followed by surname format. For example, “To Mrs Verberne”, or “To Dr. Tengku”.

These days, most job applications are submitted online, so often an office or mail address is unnecessary, but including it can show you’ve gone to the effort of finding it, verifying it and including it in your cover letter.

Personalise your cover letter

This is the fun part. While your resume tends to be fact, outcome or accomplishment based in a way that the critical information is easy to identify and comprehend, your cover letter is the place where you can tell a prospective employer a little more about yourself. In your cover letter you can include information about the qualities you possess and what you are uniquely positioned to bring to the organisation to improve both its process and people.

You could also imbue these cover letter examples with personality by including a short anecdote explaining how you became passionate about project management, or briefly reference a quote or insight from a financial sector leader you admire. Unlike your resume, your cover letter is the perfect place to include these elements and show that in addition to all your practical work and success metrics, you’re an ambitious and dedicated worker that will be a great cultural fit and likeable colleague.

Your cover letter is not your resume

While personalising and tailoring these cover letter examples, remember that it’s not just a process of copying the information that resides in your resume. In fact, sometimes writing a cover letter can be the most challenging part of completing a job application, as you have to promote yourself, detail your ambition and express your enthusiasm for a new role and organisation in a way that is distinct from your resume, but still complementary. It’s a delicate balancing act, but if done right, you can be sure you’ll impress employers.

Always include a thank you or courtesy

Use the courtesies in our examples or come up with your own, but whatever you do, make sure they are always included at the conclusion of your letter. This gesture shows a politeness and gratitude that is both expected and welcomed by employers when they’re reading through, often, hundreds of applications - so always allow room for this.

Proof read and spell check

This is step is a no-brainer, though for a number of reasons it can often be overlooked. Always run an electronic spelling and grammar check over your cover letter and if possible, get a friend, family member or mentor to read over the document before submitting it. This process only takes a few minutes and you’d be amazed at what a second set of eyes can pick up.

Robert Half’s cover letter templates can be used as they are, or simply as a source of inspiration for designing your own impressive letter that employers won’t be able to ignore. However you decide to use them, remember that your cover letter plays a vital role in engaging hiring managers and progressing you to the next stage of recruitment – so make it perfect!

Take a look at our cover letter guide page for more cover letter writing tips and examples.

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Writing & preparation: cover lett er.

Always accompany the CV with a short and well-written cover letter when making your application. It should highlight the most important parts of your CV and demonstrate your suitability for the vacancy.

Address carefully to the correct company and contact person (name and position title). If no contact person is disclosed, use: Dear Human Resources Manager.

Introduction:

Briefly explain why you are writing and where and when you were notified of the job advertisement: I write to apply for the position of XX advertised on YY (date) at ZZ (newspaper / website).

Self-selling:

Explain why you are interested (or eager) to join this company and what competencies you possess that the employer should consider you. You may highlight some specific examples to support why you are suitable for the position, rather than talking about skills and qualities in isolation. Do not just repeat phrases from your CV.

Finish your letter in a polite and positive way: I hope I meet your requirements and am available for an interview at your convenience. Use 'Yours sincerely' or, if you don't know the name, 'Yours faithfully' followed by your signature to end your letter.

Tips for writing cover letter

• Restrict to one page of A4 paper in length
• Use a (common) font and font size that are easy to read
• Don’t use more than 2 font types at a time
• Add space between paragraphs
• Allow space for signature at the bottom
• Make sure you put the correct company name and position if you send it for different applications - of course you have to edit the contents as well
• Use simple sentences
• Use industry commonly used words to enhance the chance of being selected,  e.g. IT:
• Java, programming, C++, Linux, SQL
• system analysis / design / implementation / support
• user-friendly system, reliability / stability
• Proofread your application. Make sure that there is no typo or grammatical mistake.
• Check the accuracy of your contact details

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Writing a great cover letter

Recruiters and hiring managers often receive hundreds of applications for each job. If yours is to gain the attention it deserves, you need to start with a cover letter that instantly demonstrates the relevancy of your skills and the value you could bring to the employer.

That’s why it is very important not to rush this document.

What is a cover letter?

Before we begin – let’s go back to basics. A cover letter serves as a personal introduction to you as a professional. It most commonly takes the form of a personalised note to add to an online application or an email attaching  your CV . 

It enables you to briefly summarise why you are the right person for the job, before the reader goes on to find out more about you in your CV.

How to write a cover letter

1. Firstly, do your research.  Go through the job advertisement or position description and underline the keywords used to describe the skills, training and experience sought. But be careful not to keyword-stuff your cover letter in the hope that your application will get picked up by applicant tracking software (ATS) – it is possible to overdo your use of keywords!

Your research shouldn’t end there though. Review the organisation’s website and social media profiles, its executives’ social media profiles and any online employee reviews. This will give you an indication of the appropriate tone to use in your cover letter and the points you should include, bearing in mind such factors as the organisation’s industry, culture and values.

2. Use this information to tailor your cover letter.  Not all candidates make the effort to write a tailored and personalised cover letter that communicates why you are genuinely interested in, and suitable for, the job you are applying for. This means your cover letter must be tailored rather than a standard message that you’ve edited. If you do this, you’re more likely to catch the attention of the reader.

3. Next, write an attention-grabbing introduction.  Think of a strong opening to hook the reader in. The first sentence of your cover letter will either grab the hiring manager’s attention or lose it, so it needs to powerfully demonstrate that you understand what the organisation requires.

One way to do this is to communicate your unique selling points (USP) that will help you solve the hiring manager’s problems, such as relevant industry know-how, skills, experience and achievements, instead of the generic “I’m applying for the role of XYZ.”

Another option is to mention an existing connection, if you have one. For example, if you’ve come across this opportunity via a friend or have a connection with the organisation, mention it. Maybe you were previously introduced to the hiring manager by this person, because they thought you were a good fit for the role? Or perhaps you crossed paths as an employee at one of the organisation’s suppliers or competitors?

4. Add evidence of your successes.  Throughout your letter, talk about what you would bring to the organisation, role and opportunity. Support this with specific and relevant examples of your achievements to demonstrate you have what the employer is looking for. Remember, the recruiter or hiring manager is interested in concrete facts not quirkiness or clichés. The aim is to paint a picture of success so that he or she cannot possibly pass your application over without opening your CV.

5. Don’t overlook the finer points.  Find out the name of the recruiter or hiring manager so you can address your cover letter to them personally. This information is easier to find than it ever has been before, so there’s no excuse for getting names wrong or not addressing your cover letter to the correct person.

Towards the end of your cover letter, confirm your availability and sign off with a power phrase such as, “I would like to discuss in greater detail the value I could bring to your organisation.” Then close with the formal and widely accepted “Kind regards” or “Yours sincerely”. Make sure you include your phone number, email address and LinkedIn URL.

6. Finally, review your cover letter.  Spell check and ensure the formatting is correct. If you’re submitting your cover letter as an attachment online, write it in a Word document so that the program can flag up obvious issues like misspellings. Also, check that any formatting in Word translates properly into the email or online form. Break any intimidating blocks of text into more readable paragraphs and bullet points.

Final tips for a great cover letter

• Keep it succinct and relevant. Your cover letter should not exceed one page. • State what your motivation is behind your application. • Don’t just repeat  your CV  or LinkedIn profile. Your cover letter should complement these, but it must also enhance your story. What is it about your background that makes you especially relevant for this position? • Don’t write in the third person. A cover letter is, after all, a letter, addressed directly to a recruiter or hiring manager. You are using this document to sell yourself, and while a cover letter’s tone of voice should be professional, it should also be sufficiently conversational to engage the reader and communicate your interest in the role. • Just as you would in your CV, use strong verbs to demonstrate action and accomplishments, such as "organise" or "supervise". • Optimise the subject line, if you can.

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Cover Letter 1

Pauline on-ling cheung.

Room 3C, Ruby Building, Havelock Road, Singapore Dec 25, 2014

John Ma Human Resources Manager Citibank (Hong Kong) Limited P.O.Box 20151, Hennessy Road Post Office Hong Kong Dear Sir / Madam,

Application for the position of Bank Executive (Ref. no. HZ627)

I am interested in applying for the position of Bank Executive at Citibank (Hong Kong) Limited. In today’s fast-changing banking area, adaptability and a goal-oriented attitude are among the most valuable prerequisites a successful bank executive must have to survive and prosper. I have demonstrated these qualities as a Regional and Branch Manager for the American Express in Singapore and Japan.

I am an experienced financial lending professional with strong analytical and statistical skills in all areas of banking. My background includes credit analysis, commercial and construction lending, management and new business development. As Regional Manager, I have organized a new construction lending department and established a US$40 million industrial and commercial loan portfolio that achieved consistent returns . I have also assisted a major Japanese bank in opening operations in Singapore.

As I am resettling in Hong Kong, I am now actively seeking a new banking position as a Regional Manager. I have read about the innovative lending practices of your bank in Hong Kong and have been intrigued with your imaginative solutions to common lending problems.

I believe I can make a valuable contribution to the continued development of the Citibank (Hong Kong) Limited. I would very much like to meet with you to describe the work I have done in implementing new lending procedures. Please contact me by phone at (+65) 6733 6733 or by email at [email protected] at your earliest convenience. Thank you very much.

Yours faithfully, [Signature] Pauline On-Ling CHEUNG Enclosed: résumé

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January 03, 2022

What if I told you that you could speak directly to hiring managers, convincing them to hire you – even before they view your resume ?

Truth is, you can.

A well written cover letter helps you do just that! A cover letter explains your career narrative , essential skills you bring to the table, and why you’re a great fit for the job. It gives you one chance to communicate with hiring managers.

Give your best shot when writing it!

To guide you, here are some of our favourite cover letter examples. They are actual cover letters from our past clients who have landed interviews at some of the most selective firms. Think Dymon, AirBnB, and even Facebook!

You could also land a role at companies like these!

Follow our examples below. Dive deep into how to write cover letter with our Ultimate Cover Letter Guide . Or engage our writing consultants to craft an extremely personalised cover letter in your voice.

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List of Cover Letter Samples:

• SMB Marketing Manager (Facebook Cover Letter)
• Health and Safety Security Manager (Airbnb Cover Letter)

Sales Director Cover Letter Sample

• Regulatory Risk and Compliance

Finance Manager Cover Letter Sample

• Returning Mother To The Workforce

Investment Manager

Smb marketing manager.

This was a letter written by our team for a client who landed an interview with Facebook’s Small & Medium Business (SMB) Marketing team. It’s got the right amount of humour and professionalism for Facebook’s culture. It’s definitely one of our favourite letters written to date.

Dear Mr. Hans,

I’m thrilled to be applying for the role of SMB Marketing Manager. With 4 years of marketing experience across Hong Kong and Indonesia, both as at an SMB (ad buyer) and agency (ad seller), I’ve come to understand both buyers and sellers of Facebook Ads.

• For the last 2 years, I’ve been head of digital marketing for a small handmade jewellery e-commerce store based in Hong Kong. Our craftsmen in Bali made the most beautiful bespoke bracelets and necklaces. Everyone who saw our designs loved them. There was just one problem – we needed more customers.With a tiny marketing budget of just 2’000 USD a month, we invested all our resources into the Facebook Ad platform. I’d glad to report that it paid off handsomely. The ability to zero in on our target customer (through the demographics tool) and test different marketing campaigns to see which one resonated the most (A/B testing tool) allowed us to gain a massive ROI on our shoestring budget. Our revenues are now over 10 times larger thanks for the clients we’ve acquired on Facebook.
• Prior to the sparkling jewellery stint, I spent 3 years at Grey Advertising’s digital arm based in Jakarta. Here, I supported 15 different accounts across 6 industries, being responsible for all their online marketing spend. We were on every platform – Adwords, Facebook, Yahoo Ads, Twitter etc. While each platform had it strengths, I personally found Facebook to be most effective at driving sales conversions, which is the only metric that mattered to our customers.Working at such a large agency, I learnt so much about the scientific approach to advertising. Every decision we made was driven by data. It fundamentally changed my approach to advertising when I later ran marketing for the jewellery SMB.

Having been on both sides of the table – running ads for an SMB and selling ads to large companies, I’ve developed an insider’s understanding of both parties. I’ve understood what key factors drive their decision making.

Facebook’s mission is to connect the world. Most assume it means connecting friends, but to me, Facebook is the best way for brands to connect with their audiences. And this applies to brands of all sizes, from large Fortune 500 companies to tiny startups. Facebook has democratized advertising. Every company with any advertising budget can now compete.

I’ve spent hours looking at videos on your website and reading employee reviews on Glassdoor. Everything I read about your company matches my own personal values. Facebook feels like the home I’ve been looking for. I think we’ll be great together.

So, shall we add each other on Facebook?

Sincerely, Mike Hartono

Health and Safety, Security (HSSE) Cover Letter

This cover letter was written for a client who was interested at a role at Airbnb. Tech companies are often the most selective amongst employers hence the need for creative cover letters like these.

Security Role

Dear Mr. Royston,

I’m really excited to be applying for the Regional Safety & Security Officer position. With my prior work stints within the hospitality (Fullterton Hotel) and design (IKEA) industries, I feel I’ve garnered a good mix of experiences to make a great addition to the Airbnb Team.

Here are my top 5 reasons why I think I’d be the perfect next hire for your team:

• #1 – A mission that resonates: While I’m happily employed as a Safety and Security manager for IKEA, seeing the job post for Airbnb stopped me in my tracks. It’s so exciting seeing what Airbnb is doing for the sharing economy – giving travelers a chance to live in real homes as opposed to sterile hotel rooms. It’s a mission I really want to be a part of.
• #2 – Regional experience: Over the past 3 years, I’ve had the wonderful opportunity to craft safety policies for IKEA’s regional stores in Thailand, Hong Kong & Malaysia. It was a phenomenal learning experience, tailoring our safety protocols around the nuances of each local market. It required plenty of research and a deep empathy for differing cultures. It’s a skill set I’m eager to hone further in Airbnb’s regional role.
• #3 – Strong safety record: While I’m not one to boast, I have had a perfect safety track record with no security infringements for the last few years. This includes leading IKEA Hong Kong to comply with all audit requirements in 2015, their first successful compliance in 7 years.
• #4 – Crisis trained: As a former member of the elite Special Duties Unit (Hong Kong’s SWAT Team), I’m well trained in hostage incidents, bomb threats and close quarter battles. While I’ve never had to call upon these skills since I’ve left the police force, it does bring my colleagues comfort knowing I’m trained to remain calm in tense situations. (My firearm training also makes me a good candidate to have around in a zombie apocalypse)
• #5 – Creative industry experience: The past 3 years at IKEA have thought me so much about being creative. It’s difficult to summarise in a paragraph, but there is a distinct difference in a creative organisation’s culture. It’s opened my eyes to thinking more empathetically and always placing the user first. Skills which I believe will be useful at Airbnb given that both of your firm’s founders are design trained.

Funnily, I’ve noticed plenty of Airbnb homes use furniture from my current employer, IKEA. It always puts a smile on my face when I recognise a particular desk of drawers in a picture on an Airbnb listing.

With my wide range of experiences and strong safety track record, I’m sure I can keep a tight ship running at Airbnb. I’ve spent hours reading employee reviews online and on your website. Airbnb really feels like a great place to work. It’s a place I want to work.

I’m looking forward to hearing more about how we can work together to make Airbnb more awesome!

Best regards, Kelvin

Regulatory Risk & Compliance Cover Letter

This was a letter written by Linda Xie when she was applying to a role at Coinbase, a leading Bitcoin startup. Despite the role being way out of her league, Linda managed to snag a job offer which led to 2 happy years at one of Silicon Valley’s fastest growing unicorns.

Regulatory Risk & Compliance

Dear Ms Niejadlik

I am currently an Analyst at AIG in New York where I have worked in the risk management department since 2012. While I have not actively been seeking new employment, I cannot pass up the opportunity to apply for the Regulatory Compliance Analyst position at Coinbase. I am extremely optimistic about the future of Bitcoin and I see Coinbase as playing a central role in it’s widespread adoption. The recent Mt. Gox bankruptcy filing not only made me realise that my background in risk and regulatory compliance is highly relevant to Bitcoin markets as they become more mainstream, but motivated me to look into opportunities at Coinbase. I am eager to switch industries and join Coinbase for a few reasons:

• I philosophically support Bitcoin as a decentralised, alternative currency and have been closely following cryptocurrencies since 2011
• Coinbase provides the single most convenient method for Bitcoin adoption
• The Coinbase operation is run by highly experienced people who are experts in their respective fields.

I support one Managing Director and three Directors at AIG with risk analytics and presentations. As a result, I am highly proficient with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Matlab. I have also worked closely with AIG’s internal databases as well as Microsoft Access. With only two years at AIG, my work representing our $400 billion portfolio are trusted to be sent directly to AIG’s senior management. I hope you agree that my background is a strong match with the Regulatory Compliance Analyst Position and I welcome the opportunity to discuss my qualifications in more detail. Thank you for your consideration and I look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely, Linda Xie

For personnel in sales, it’s all about the sales targets you’ve hit. Be sure to emphasise that repeatedly and quantify it with clear, substantiated numbers. Here’s a sample I’ve written for an imaginary client.

Dear Mr. XXX,

Re: Application for Position of XXXXX

My name is Joseph Tan and I’m a veteran sales director within the IT industry. Over the past 15 years, I’ve consistently exceeded my sales targets at bluechip firms such as HP, Microsoft and most recently, Salesforce.

As a senior sales director, my role is more strategic in nature. I focus on identifying macro trends within the software industry, identifying key customer pain points, our unique product selling points and generating suitable marketing materials and sales scripts to empower my sales teams.

Besides empowering my staff, I’ve also honed my skills in hiring the right talents to build high performance sales teams. My years of hiring have enabled me to create unique rubrics for identifying talent which are a right fit for the organisation. Due to the high paced nature of the IT industry, I value quick learners who can adapt to ever shortening product cycles.

Here is a brief history of my work experiences:

• In my current role as APAC Director with Salesforce, I’m charge of growing our CRM solution sales for Medium and Large clients within the retail space, across APAC. Over the past 3 years, my team and I have increased our revenues from this segment by 400%. We’ve captured a monthly recurring revenue of over 40 million USD thereby cementing our position as the market leader.
• In my previous role as Regional Director (MS Dynamics) for Microsoft, I once again specialised in leading teams to penetrate the CRM market focusing on Enterprise clients within South East Asia. After building a team of 20 from scratch, we exceeded our sales targets by 140% consecutively for 7 quarters.

I’m deeply passionate about the IT segment in Asia and believe the wave is just starting. I bring years of experience, honed from best practices at the of biggest tech companies in the region.

Attached is my resume with several customer referees. These are all excellent executives who I’ve had the pleasure of working with. Do feel free to contact them.

I’ve spent some time studying your market segment and your positioning. I see two untapped opportunities currently not being exploited by your firm. Firstly, around inbound content marketing. By crafting solution case studies and posting it online, we can foster more user trust and generate inbound leads from prospects searching online. The second area of opportunity lies in strategically placing advertising in business trade journals. I’ve previously achieved excellent ROI by using this method to penetrate new markets including Indonesia and Thailand, where our products had no brand awareness. I have detailed execution roadmaps which we can discuss in person should you select me for this interview.

I look forward for an opportunity to meet and discuss further. Thank you for your time in considering my application.

Yours faithfully, Joseph Tan

Finance Manager Cover Letter Sample (For Mothers Returning To The Workforce)

If you’re a mother returning to the workforce , a cover letter will make a huge difference in assisting you to secure an interview. Employers have consistently found that mothers make better employees. Be proud of the family you’ve started and use it to your advantage.

I’m writing to apply to the Finance Manager position open at your firm. With over 8 years of experience both as finance manager at GE Capital and an auditor at KPMG, I’m confident of excelling at the role open at your organisation.

Having come from an audit background, I posses a unique ability in seeing both sides of the (accounting) table. This enables me to better spot control weaknesses, implement new best practices and install processes for continued smooth operations.

• In my last role as Finance Manager with GE Capital, I oversaw accounts for the leading commercial loans, leases and middle market finance solutions provider. Along with a team of 4, we managed over 2 billion USD in accounts. A key facet of my job was ensuring all reporting were as per US GAAP and SOX 404 requirements.
• In my previous role as Senior Auditor for KPMG, I worked with a broad range of clients in the finance industry. Here, I analysed accounts, identified regulatory violations and worked with client management teams to devise strategies to ensure compliance moving forward.

Since 2012, I’ve been on sabbatical attending to my newly born twins. I felt it was necessary to be there for them during their formative years. Now that they’re all grown up, I feel rejuvenated and eager to re-enter the job market. I’m aware that I’ve been away for a long period of time, hence my desire to enter at a more junior role, to ease myself back into the workforce. Rest assured, I’m not looking for an easy ride, I’m keen to maximise my talents and apply myself fully at your organisation.

Yours faithfully, Diana Chan

The finance sector remains one of the highest paid, and most sought after industries to work in within Hong Kong. That means that competition is incredibly stiff. You’ll be up against some of the best.

The finance industry is a little more upright than the tech industry. As such, your cover letter needs to come across as being more measured.

Dear Mr. Yong,

Re: Application for Position of Vice President (Investments)

It is with great enthusiasm that I submit my application for the position of Vice President of Investments at Dymon Asia. Through my 5-year career, I’ve come to specialise in mergers and acquisitions, and have led a wide range of M&A projects across multiple industries. Indeed, I’m highly familiar with the entire M&A process from pre-deal due diligence to negotiation through to post-deal operations. I’ve been able to leverage on my experience, generating close to USD500M in total revenue throughout my tenure in various MNCs and boutique funds alike, and I am confident that I will be able to continue securing and leading lucrative deals for Dymon Asia.

Presently, I am a Senior Manager of Investments with JP Morgan Chase, where I am responsible for managing all financial-related matters within the Group, with an emphasis on the analysis and monitoring of our financial results. In addition, I led the development and implementation of our corporate business strategy, advising the Managing Director on long-term strategic plans for the development of the Group.

Amongst my various achievements during my tenure, I am most proud of having spearheaded negotiations for the acquisition of several key companies (which are now our subsidiaries) and securing marine asset financing worth a combined total of USD 370M amidst a regional financial downturn.

Dymon Asia is regionally known for its Asia Macro Fund, which has consistently ranked amongst the top macro funds globally. My background in finance, trading, and portfolio management, coupled with my practical experience in macroeconomic analysis and strategic development will allow me to contribute effectively to Dymon’s continued growth and performance, particularly by designing new investment strategies and generating new investment theses that will thrive amidst the rapidly changing investment climate we are facing today.

I am thrilled at the possibility of being part of such a renowned firm, and would love the opportunity to meet with you and discuss the value that I can bring to the Dymon Asia Group. I appreciate your time and consideration, and I look forward to hearing from you. Please feel free to contact me at any time via mobile at +852 9999 9999 or by email at [email protected].

Yours sincerely, Phil, CFA

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Cover Letter Sample and writing tips for Teacher

A cover letter is often the first impression you will make on a prospective employer. Therefore, it is an opportunity for you to make yourself stand out from the other teachers applying for the position. A cover letter that demonstrates how you are uniquely suited to the position can help you get ahead of the competition.

Tailor your cover letter to align your work experience with the job requirements, irrespective of whether you are a fresh graduate or an experienced teacher, to convince the school’s hiring committee that you are the best fit for the job. Highlight your work experience and achievements that match with the job description while ensuring that you are not copying and pasting the information from your resume.

There is a constant demand for dedicated and enthusiastic teachers with a passion for teaching. If you are applying for different jobs, make sure you customise your cover letter targeting each job to appear genuinely interested in that particular job. With an intriguing introduction, focus on what skills and expertise you have to offer to school, its teaching faculty, and pupils.

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Below are some tips to write an effective cover letter for a teacher: 

• Keep your cover letter concise and highlight your teacher education and certifications. Emphasize why you are a good match for the job by matching the skills you bring to the table with the skills required in the job description. If the job description has specific language and terms, use them in your cover letter. 
• Research the school and its culture thoroughly to be able to tailor each cover letter to match the specific school requirements for the job. Demonstrate that you possess the requisite training, education, and certification for the job, as well as any special skills mentioned in the job listing.
• Ensure that your cover letter shows you in the best light. Include examples of your accomplishments in past jobs as a teacher and highlight your successes with students. For example, if you received a teaching award or your students earned high test scores etc.
• Highlight some of your skills and strengths that match with the job description, such as an Engaging Personality and Teaching Style; Clear Objectives for Lessons, Effective Discipline Skills; Good Classroom Management Skills; Knowledge of Curriculum and Standards; Knowledge of Subject Matter; Passion for Children and Teaching; Strong Rapport with Students and parents etc., in addition to emphasizing on strong communication skills, organisation skills and critical thinking as well as any specific experience that will help distinguish you from other applicants.
• If you are a new teacher with limited experience, it will be helpful to mention any relevant work experience outside the classroom including any volunteer or non-teaching work experience that involves working with children.
• Address your cover letter to a specific person. Do your research and attempt to address the cover letter to an individual instead of “To whom it may concern”. Call the school to find out the name of the hiring manager/ Administrator/ Superintendent if it is not already listed, unless the job description specifically mentions not to call. Never use “To Whom It May Concern.” If a name is not available, use a title instead e.g., Dear Superintendent.
• Format your cover letter correctly and always spellcheck for any typos or spelling mistakes. Keep it short and crisp, no longer than one page. Remember that you have been focusing on your teacher education and certifications in your cover letter, so back your claim with copies of any certificates you have mentioned.

In conclusion, when writing a cover letter, you should introduce yourself; mention the job you are applying for; show that your skills and experience match the job description; encourage the reader to read your resume; and finish with a call to action by asking for either an interview or a meeting.

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• Sample Cover Letters

*** Figure 5.2 "Cover Letter Sample 1" and *** Figure 5.3 "Cover Letter Sample 2" are sample cover letters. There are more sample cover letters at the end of this chapter, and some of them correspond to the sample résumés at the end of the previous chapter.

•  Front Matter
• Scenario 1: You Had a Summer Internship, and You Received a Full-Time Offer
• Scenario 2: You Had a Summer Internship, and You Have Not Received a Full-Time Offer
• Scenario 3: You Did Not Have a Summer Internship, and You Need a Full-Time Job
• Scenario 4: You Did Not Have a Summer Internship, and You Do Not Need a Full-Time Job KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Reasons to Pursue an Internship
• Timing Considerations
• Internship Performance
• Internship Compensation KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Employment Gaps Raise Questions about Your Qualifications
• Take Control of the Message behind Your Gap
• Convince Yourself First to Help Convince Prospective Employers KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Transitioning from School to Work Is the First Career Change
• Changing Careers Is Different from Changing Jobs
• Changing Careers Successfully Means You Look Like You Aren’t Changing Careers
• Changing Careers Requires Additional Search Skills Compared to Changing Jobs KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• If you are relocating internationally, you have the added complexity of different time zones, different currencies, different employment laws, and different job search protocols.
• Searching Long-Distance Requires Extra Time, Expense, and Activities
• Consider Moving before You Get a Long-Distance Job KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Chapter Review and Exercises Chapter Takeaways Chapter Review
• The Six Steps Are Meant to Be Followed Sequentially
• The Six Steps Also Overlap and Should Be Done Concurrently
• Starting on the Six Steps Requires a Solid Foundation KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• You Must Be Confident Your Job Search Will Be Successful
• You Can Proactively Build Confidence into Your Job Search Strategy KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• A Successful Job Search Is All About Successful Communication
• Communication Skills Are a Proxy for Job Skills
• Your Job Search Can Be Tailored to Showcase Your Communication Strengths and Support Your Weaknesses
• Improve Communication Skills with Deliberate Focus and Practice KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Your Poise Communicates Volumes without You Saying a Word
• Professional Dress Signals Your Professional Maturity
• The Way You Carry Yourself Also Signals Professionalism
• Body Language and Nonverbal Communication Support or Undermine Your Words KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Physical Resources and Supplies to Launch a Productive Job Search
• Ideas and Support Systems to Help You Find and Manage Your Time
• Ideas and Support Systems to Help You Set Up Your Work Space
• Ideas and Support Systems to Help Manage Your Money KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Three Trends in the Twenty-First-Century Job Search
• 24/7 Job Search
• Entrepreneurial Approach
• Multigenerational Workforce
• What the Emerging Trends Mean for Your Job Search KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Chapter Review and Exercises Chapter Takeaways Chapter Review SuccessHawk: Getting Started
• The Importance of the Three-Element Structure for Defining Job Targets
• Three Elements of a Well-Defined Job Target
• Geography KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• The Importance of the Three-Element Structure to Your Job Search
• Function KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• The Three Elements Paint an Incomplete Picture
• Employer Characteristics
• Compensation and Advancement
• Lifestyle and Environment
• How to Make Trade-Offs KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Advantage of Multiple Targets
• Add Alternatives to One but Not All Three Elements KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISE
• Chapter Review and Exercises Chapter Takeaways Chapter Review SuccessHawk: All about You SuccessHawk: Goal Setting
• It Represents You When You Are Not There
• It Quantifies Your Accomplishments
• It Clearly States Your Abilities
• It Shows Your Command of the Written Word
• It Creates Talking Points for Your Future Interviews
• It Proves Your Worth to Your Past Employers
• It Demonstrates What You Can Do for Your Future Employer KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Your Full Name
• Your Address
• Your E-mail Address
• Your Phone Number
• Objective KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Education Section LEARNING OBJECTIVES KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Work Experience LEARNING OBJECTIVES KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Skills and Additional Information
• References KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Functional Résumés
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Short Stints
• Merging Companies KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Chapter Review and Exercises Chapter Takeaways Chapter Review SuccessHawk: Résumés
• Sample Résumés
• List Your Top Ten Strengths
• List Your Top Five Weaknesses
• Decipher the Job Description and Identify Each Skill and Qualification
• Review the Job Description Sample
• Consider Future Responsibilities of the Job
• Compare the Two Lists and Find the Alignment between Your Strengths and Weaknesses
• Highlight Your Top Three Strengths
• The Introductory Paragraph
• The Last Paragraph
• The Magic Middle
• Creating a Portfolio: Show and Tell
• Greeting KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Digital Dirt
• Overview of LinkedIn
• Who Can You Link To?
• Include a Professional Picture or Head Shot
• Add a Summary to Your Thumbnail Sketch
• Include Recommendations
• Join Groups
• Use Applications
• Maintain Your Profile KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Step 1: Write Your Pitch
• Step 2: Edit Your Pitch
• Step 3: Practice Delivering Your Pitch KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Chapter Review and Exercises Chapter Takeaways Chapter Review SuccessHawk: Cover Letters SuccessHawk: Networking Pitch
• Information about the Job Helps You Understand What You Will Do Now and in the Future
• Information about the Organization Helps You Understand if You Want a Job There and if You Can Contribute to That Company
• Information about the Industry Helps You Understand the Job and the Organization KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Job-Specific Research Resources
• Organization-Specific Research Resources
• Industry-Specific Research Resources
• Tracking Ongoing News KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Research Is Useful at All Stages of Your Job Search
• Research Lets You Access the Hidden Job Market
• The Best Research Gets You to the Hiring Manager
• The Hidden Job Market Resides within the Individual Departments KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Informational Interviews Are Two-Way Exchanges of Information
• Sample Informational Interview Questions
• Don’t Just Ask Questions; Test Hypotheses
• Be Polite: Common Rules of Etiquette Apply
• Use Informational Interviews to Get More Networking Meetings and Interviews KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Chapter Review and Exercises Chapter Takeaways Chapter Review SuccessHawk: Research Jobs SuccessHawk: Research Industries
• The Approach
• Reconnect with Old Contacts
• The Follow-Up
• The Request KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Write Your Pitch
• Edit Your Pitch
• Practice Delivering Your Pitch KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Build Your Network Every Day
• Step 1: Observe the Networking Masters
• Step 2: Pair Up with Someone Who Is a Good Networker
• Step 3: Ask Questions That Get Other People to Talk Easily
• Step 4: Don’t Take Things Personally
• Meet People at Different Venues KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Network with Executives
• Network with Recruiters KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Be Aware of Radical Transparency
• Recruiters Use Social Networks
• Make a Choice and Go Deep
• Place an Overall Time Limit on Online Search Activities
• Offline Networking Etiquette Still Applies
• Social Networking Isn’t Just about Networking
• Social Networks Help with Target Identification
• Research Companies and Industries
• Gather Salary Data KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Case Study 1
• Case Study 2
• Case Study 3
• Case Study 4
• Case Study 5
• Case Study 6
• Case Study 7
• Case Study 8
• Case Study: Things to Consider
• Case Study 8 KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISE
• Chapter Review and Exercises Chapter Takeaways Chapter Review SuccessHawk: Network
• Know Your Strengths and Weaknesses
• Know Your Likes and Dislikes
• Know Your Goals
• Know the Industry, the Company, the Competitors, and the Interviewer
• Practice Answering Interview Questions
• Have a Full Dress Rehearsal Three Days before the Interview
• Know Where You Are Going
• Establish a Routine to Follow the Day of the Interview
• Body Language
• Eye Contact
• Authenticity and Honesty
• Questions to Ask toward the End of the Interview
• Question Your Next Steps
• E-mail a Thank-You Note before the Day Ends
• Update All Parties Relevant to Your Search
• Map Your Follow-Up Strategy
• Set Up Additional Targets
• When Things Go Wrong KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Behavioral Interview
• Case Interviews
• Informational Interviews KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Methods of Interviewing
• Live (One-on-One and a Panel Type)
• Phone (One-on-One and a Panel Type)
• Videoconference or Skype Interview
• Taped Interviews
• In a Corporate Office or Conference Room
• During a Meal KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Open-Ended Questions
• Specific Questions
• Motivation Questions
• Unconventional Questions
• Illegal Questions KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Not Being Prepared
• Negative Body Language
• Appearing Tense
• Not Focusing on the Question and Not Answering It Directly
• Waning Energy
• Blaming Others for Your Poor Performance
• Not Treating Everyone with Respect KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Chapter Review and Exercises Chapter Takeaways Chapter Review SuccessHawk: Interview
• Long-Term Motivation
• Short-Term Motivation KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Motivation at Will Requires Deliberate Action
• Strategies for Maintaining Short-Term Motivation
• Strategies for Maintaining Long-Term Motivation KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Your Overall Contact List
• Your Job Search–Specific List KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Systems for Your Overall Contact List
• Systems for Your Job Search–Specific List
• Paper-Based Job Search–Specific Systems
• Customized Electronic Systems
• Off-the-Shelf Electronic Systems KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• The Identification Stage Problem: You Are Not Getting Enough Interviews
• The Interview Stage Problem: You Are Not Moving Forward in the Process
• The Hiring Stage Problem: You Are Not Getting Offers KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Three Reasons You Are Not Getting Enough Interviews
• What to Do for a Mismatch
• What to Do When Your Marketing Is Incomplete
• What to Do When Your Outreach Is Too Passive
• Three Possible Reasons You Are Not Getting Called Back after You Interview
• Have Key Interview Message Points
• Show, Don’t Just Tell
• Be at Your Best
• Beware of Job Search Fatigue
• Don’t Let Employers Forget about You
• Focus on Getting the Offer, Not the Job
• Strategies to Troubleshoot Your Overall Job Search KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Chapter Review and Exercises Chapter Takeaways Chapter Review SuccessHawk: The Scheduler
• After KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• How to Be More Comfortable When Negotiating for a Position LEARNING OBJECTIVES KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Cash Components
• Noncash Components KEY TAKEAWAY EXERCISES
• Why You Should Always Consider Negotiating LEARNING OBJECTIVE KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Case in Point
• Another Case in Point
• Stay Organized
• Use Strong Communication KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Case in Point KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISE
• The Six Things Needed to Close an Offer LEARNING OBJECTIVES KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Q&A Focused on Negotiation and Closing the Offer LEARNING OBJECTIVES KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISE
• Other Niche Online Communities KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Step 1: Identify Your Target by Using Site Profiles as Prototypes
• Step 2: Create a Compelling Marketing Campaign That Is Current and Comprehensive
• Step 3: Conduct In-Depth Research by Viewing Profiles
• Step 4: Network and Interview with a Larger, More Diverse Group
• Step 5: Use Social Media to Motivate, Organize, and Troubleshoot
• Step 6: Negotiate and Close the Offer with Online Data KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Blogs Are the Subset of Websites That Feature Articles
• A Personal Website Turns You into “You, Inc.”
• Interacting with Other Blogs and Websites Is an Alternative to Managing Your Own
• Twitter Is a Microblog for Your Job Search KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• The Job Search Process from the Hiring Perspective
• Use Social Media to Identify Needs Early and Tap the Hidden Job Market
• Use Social Media to Help Recruiters Find You When They Start the Search
• Use Social Media to Make Your Qualifications Stand Out during Interview Selection
• Use Social Media to Prepare for Interviews
• Use Social Media to Be a Worthy Negotiating Adversary KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Now That You Have Your Social Media Profile(s), Keep Going
• You Still Can Have a Personal Life (or a Personal Profile)
• Over Time, Your Social Media Profile Will Change KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Make the Most of Your Onboarding Support during Your First Ninety Days
• Learn How Your Employer Runs Its Business
• Learn What Success on the Job Means
• Learn How Your Boss Likes to Work KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• To Attract Good Mentors, Be a Good Mentee
• Develop Professional Relationships with Different Companies, Departments, and Levels
• Be Proactive in Your Outreach, Communication, and Follow-Up KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Maximizing Your Performance Review Meeting
• When and How to Ask for a Promotion
• When and How to Ask for a Raise KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Watch for Warning Signs before a Layoff
• Improve Your Situation If You Do Get Laid Off
• Manage the Termination Process
• Secure Your Relationships before You Leave the Organization
• Get Ready to Start Your Search Right after You Leave the Organization KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Day-to-Day Workplace Conflict Is Often about Managing Relationships
• Workplace Issues Sometimes Are Complex and Require Assistance from HR KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Health and Well-Being Are Important to Your Career
• Personal Relationships also Need Attention KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISES
• Your Career Is a Succession of Jobs
• Multiple Options Exist If You Want to Change Organizations
• Revisiting the Six Steps Will Help You Launch a Thoughtful, Proactive Search
• Obligations in Your Current Job Must Continue to Be Met KEY TAKEAWAYS EXERCISE
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