- 1). View sample education cover letters. Reading a wide variety can help you brainstorm interesting ways to communicate your educational skills when you go to write your own cover letter.
- 2). Select the appropriate paper for the letter. If you are an elementary school educator or applying to work with small children, using paper with a cutesy letterhead may be appropriate. However, all other educators should stick with professional resume paper. It is also always a nice touch to have your envelope match the paper of your cover letter.
- 3). Write your introductory paragraph. It is important to indicate in this paragraph what specific educational position you are applying for and where you heard about the position opening. More important, you need to mention your superior teaching abilities and experience in this paragraph. Begin making your case about why you are the best educator for this job.
- 4). Write the body of the letter. Discuss relevant teaching experiences, your teaching methodology or research, and any other experience or projects that tie into your area of expertise or show off special skills.
- 5). Write the concluding paragraph. Use this paragraph to mention any attachments you are sending with the letter, and to tell the best way to contact you for an interview. Remember, this is your last chance to sell yourself, so include at least one strong sentence that reiterates why you would be the best educator for this position.
- 6). Proofread your letter. Not only should you go through your letter several times to check for any spelling or grammar mistakes, but you should also give the letter to several family members or friends for their feedback as well. Sometimes they may catch errors you miss, and having even one mistake could cost you the job.
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