The Creative-est of Writing!

I had no subbing job today and have been filling out online applications for jobs and starting to really get my resume, reference page and cover-letter up to scratch.

Obviously I will personalize the cover-letters for each job, but I got a kick out of writing this template for myself to follow as the job-search continues.

I hate writing about myself and thus I've been avoiding the cover-letter. I feel like such an ass writing cover letters. Anyway, after creatively adding a semi-narrative to my resume I turned my attention to the cover-letter formula. Here is the result:


Elizabeth Reardon
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MY ADDRESS *OMITTED FOR THE WEBZ* • 508-555-2855
BethReardon4898*@hotmail.com
http://emerson.digication.com/bethreardon/Welcome/

March 15, 2010

Mr. so and so
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Dear Whomever Face,

Please accept this application for the positions of _____ with the _________ school system. I learned of the position through ___ , and am eager to be considered for the position. From what I know of your school, you are awesome in every way, wonderful, exciting, and it is thrilling to have the opportunity to join your team!

I have more than a five years teaching experience in and around Massachusetts public schools. Here’s why I’m awesome! Be aware that I am highly qualified, hold several impressive degrees, and tons of energy and enthusiasm.

Here’s one example of my wonderful uniqueness and this is why I am singularly employable…

Thank you so much for considering my application. I am available for an interview, and look forward to the opportunity to meet with you. You can contact me by phone at 508-555-2855 or by e-mail at BethReardon4898@hotmail.com. Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions\concerns!

Sincerely,

Elizabeth Reardon

P.S. Don't forget to hire meeeeeeeee!