How to Write
A letter of intent for a school position allows individuals to explain why they are well-suited for employment at the school. It should be structured in a clear order that is easy to follow.
- Introduction. The letter should begin with a short introduction of the applicant and their line of work. They may also thank the recipient for reading the application.
- Main body. The sender should outline their work experience, education, and skills, as well as the aspects of their character that make them an ideal candidate.
- Closing paragraph. The letter should end with a statement of enthusiasm and gratitude, expressing the individual’s hope to discuss their application in person soon.
When to Use
A letter of intent may be used at any time and does not need to be in response to a job listing. While the applicant’s desired position may not be available at a given moment, the letter provides the school with an interested candidate to contact when a place becomes available.
A letter of intent for a school position can be used for any job in a school that does not involve teaching, including:
- Librarian
- Secretary
- Custodian
- Bus driver
- Counsellor
- Instructional aide
- Food service staff
- Athletic coach
- School administration
Sample
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LETTER OF INTENT
FOR A SCHOOL POSITION
[MM/DD/YYYY]
[SENDER NAME]
[SENDER STREET ADDRESS]
[SENDER CITY, STATE, ZIP]
[RECIPIENT NAME], [RECIPIENT TITLE]
[SCHOOL NAME]
[SCHOOL STREET ADDRESS]
[SCHOOL CITY, STATE, ZIP]
Dear [RECIPIENT NAME],
My name is [NAME], and I am writing to state my interest in employment at [SCHOOL]. I am an experienced and qualified [PROFESSION], and I am confident that I am a well-suited candidate for this position at your school.
I received my [DEGREE] in [SUBJECT] at [INSTITUTION] in [YEAR], and I have worked in various institutions across [STATE] as a full-time [PROFESSION] for [#] years. During this time, I also obtained my certification in [AREA] from [INSTITUTION]. I believe that my proficiency in [SKILLS], combined with my [QUALITIES], will be a beneficial addition to [SCHOOL]. I aim to contribute to the school’s mission of [MISSION] to ensure [OBJECTIVE].
Thank you for taking the time to consider my application, and I look forward to hearing from you and meeting to discuss my CV in more detail.
Sincerely,
[NAME]
Signature: ___________________