Teacher Cover Letter Template

A warm, professional cover letter for teaching jobs. Show your classroom experience, teaching style and results for students, then download a clean PDF for your district application.

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Jane Doe
jane@example.com · (555) 123-4567 · Springfield, MA
Hiring Manager
Lincoln Elementary School
Re: Application for Elementary School Teacher
Dear Hiring Manager,

I am excited to apply for the Elementary School Teacher position at Lincoln Elementary School. I hold a state teaching certificate and have four years of experience teaching second and third grade.

In my current classroom of 26 students, I use small-group reading and hands-on math centers. Last year, 85% of my students met or exceeded their reading growth goals. I build strong relationships with families through weekly updates and open conferences.

I am skilled in differentiated instruction, classroom management, IEP support and using technology like Google Classroom to keep every learner engaged.

Thank you for considering my application. I have attached my resume and would welcome the chance to talk about how I can help your team.

Sincerely,
Jane Doe
Applying for: Elementary School Teacher

Who this template is for

  • •New and experienced teachers
  • •Student teachers applying for their first classroom
  • •Teachers moving to a new district
  • •Special education and subject teachers

How to use it

  1. 1.Add your name, phone, email and city at the top.
  2. 2.Enter the hiring manager's name, the company and the teacher role you are applying for.
  3. 3.Edit the example paragraphs so they describe your real experience, certifications and results.
  4. 4.Keep it to one page, then download the PDF or print it.
  5. 5.Send it with your resume and use the same contact details on both.

Frequently asked questions

What should a teacher cover letter include?

Your certification, grade levels taught, a classroom result such as test score growth, your teaching approach and how you work with families.

How long should a teacher cover letter be?

Three or four short paragraphs, under one page. Hiring managers skim, so lead with your strongest qualification.

Is this cover letter template free?

Yes. Edit it in your browser and download the PDF with no sign-up, no email and no card.

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