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dear                   :

 

i am currently seeking a challenging academic career opportunity as an elementary school principal or dean of instruction and curriculum and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, i thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include a master of arts in teaching, a bachelor of arts in sociology, with a psychology minor, and over 15 years of relevant classroom experience.  as an administrator as well as an educator, i believe strongly that all children are capable of learning, and to that end fully support implementation of all methodologies that promote educational excellence and rigorous learning. 

 

i have played a major role in turning-around several failing urban schools and facilitated comprehensive academic performance improvement, employing a no excuses approach.  in various management assignments, i have encouraged a strong team-supportive environment, utilizing my in-depth capabilities in coaching, counseling and mentoring individuals and developing clear interpersonal communication on all levels.  further, on a weekly basis, i observe staff and offer feedback regarding performance. 

 

believing strongly in the importance of parental involvement, i interface often with families utilizing such informational avenues as weekly school outreach telephone calls and disseminating monthly parent letters.  additionally, i fully support utilization of the newest technology as part of the classroom learning experience, implementing the use of lcd equipment, video cameras/video streaming, delivery of powerpoint presentations and employing all levels of computer software/hardware. 

 

as an employee, you will find me to be an enthusiastic and disciplined team player, committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance.  i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your district and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future to further discuss my areas of experience and expertise that would be a contribution.

 

 

sincerely,

 

 

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