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Looking to land more job offers as a teacher?

A solid resume is going to be your starting point. This comprehensive guide provides proven strategies, skills, templates, and examples for writing a job-winning Teacher resume based on data from coaching thousands of successful job seekers.

From top to bottom, this guide will give you the tools you need to create an excellent Teacher resume and increase the chances of you landing your dream job.

Here's what we're going to cover:

• What To Know About Writing A Job-Winning Teacher Resume
• The Best Skills To Include On An Teacher Resume

How To Write A Job-Winning Teacher Resume Summary

How to write offer-winning teacher resume bullets.

• 3 Teacher Resume Examples

The 8 Best Teacher Resume Templates

Here's the step-by-step breakdown:

Teacher Resume Overview: What To Know To Write A Resume That Wins More Job Offers

Wondering what school districts are looking for when they're hiring a teacher?

Districts want knowledgeable, skilled, and dedicated teachers that are highly qualified. That means they have the proper education, certifications, and experience along with mastery of their subject, strong classroom management, communication, flexibility, and commitment to student learning.  Professionalism, reliability, and punctuality are also key qualities.

Your resume should show the district that the your experience and personality combined encompass all of these things.

Additionally, there are a few best practices you want to follow to write a job-winning Teacher resume:

• Highlight your education and certifications:  emphasizing any relevant coursework or specialized training.
• Emphasize your teaching experience:  providing specific examples of your accomplishments and contributions to student learning.
• Include keywords from the job description: ensure your resume is optimized for applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Showcase your skills and achievements: including examples of your ability to manage a classroom, communicate effectively, and use technology.
• Quantify your work: Use numbers to showcase the results of your teaching efforts. Some examples include increases in student assessment results, increasing student engagement and decreasing classroom management issues.
• Proofread: Carefully proofread your resume for errors and typos, as these can give a negative impression to potential employers (I recommend using the Hemingway App ).

Let's dive deeper into each of these so you have the exact blueprint you need to see success.

The Best Teacher Skills To Include On Your Resume

Keywords are one of the most important factors in your resume. They show employers that your skills align with the role and they also help format your resume for Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).

If you're not familiar with ATS systems, they are pieces of software used by employers to manage job applications. They scan resumes for keywords and qualifications and make it easier for the employers to filter and search for candidates whose qualifications match the role.

If you want to win more interviews and job offers, you need to have a keyword-optimized resume. There are two ways to find the right keywords:

1. Leverage The 20 Best Teacher Keywords

The first is to leverage our list of the best keywords and skills for an Teacher resume.

These keywords were selected from an analysis of real Teacher job descriptions sourced from actual job boards. Here they are:

• Communication
• Collaborative
• Development
• Flexibility
• Performance
• Instruction
• Regulations

2. Use ResyMatch.io To Find The Best Keywords That Are Specific To Your Resume And Target Role

The second method is the one I recommend because it's personalized to your specific resume and target job.

This process lets you find the exact keywords that your resume is missing when compared to the individual role you're applying for

• Open a copy of your updated teacher resume
• Open a copy of your target teacher job description
• In the widget below, paste your resume on the left, paste the job description on the right, and hit scan!

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You have a very short window of time to capture an employer's attention–an average of six seconds, to be exact.

To land more interviews an offers, you have to make each one of those seconds count. Start by putting the exact information the reader is looking for at the very top of your resume.

A quick Google search will tell you that a Summary or an Objective should hold this top spot but, unfortunately, that traditional advice simply won't capture your reader's attention. Winning in today's job market means using a more modern approach, what I like to call a “Highlight Reel.”

Here's how it works:

Highlight Reels: A Proven Way To Start Your Resume And Win More Jobs

The Highlight Reel is exactly what it sounds like.

It's a section at the top of your resume that allows you to pick and choose the best and most relevant experience to feature right at the top of your resume.

It's essentially a highlight reel of your career as it relates to this specific role! I like to think about it as the SportsCenter Top 10 of your resume.

The Highlight Reel resume summary consists of 4 parts:

• A relevant section title that ties your experience to the role
• An introductory bullet that summarizes your experience and high level value
• A few supporting “Case Study” bullets that illustrate specific results, projects, and relevant experience
• A closing “Extracurricular” bullet to round out your candidacy

For example, if we were writing a Highlight Reel for a Teacher role, it might look like this:

You can see how the first bullet includes the Teacher job title, the years of experience this candidate has, and it wraps up with a value-driven pitch for how they've helped students in the past.

The next two bullets are “Case Studies” of specific results they drove at their district. Finally, their last bullet focuses on their proficiency with classroom technology.

This candidate has provided all of the info any employer would want to see right at the very top of their resume! The best part is, they can customize this section for each and every role they apply for to maximize the relevance of their experience.

Here's one more example of a Teacher Highlight Reel:

While the content in this example is focused on this candidate's previous industry experience, you can see all of the elements of a great Highlight Reel (especially the emphasis on measurable outcomes and results!).

If you want more details on writing a killer Highlight Reel, check out my full guide on Highlight Reels here.

Bullets make up the majority of the content in your resume. If you want to win, you need to know how to write bullets that are compelling and value-driven.

Unfortunately, way too many job seekers aren't good at this. They use fluffy, buzzword-fill language and they only talk about the actions that they took rather than the results and outcomes those actions created.

If you apply this framework to each of the bullets on your resume, you're going to make them more compelling and your value is going to be crystal clear to the reader. For example, take a look at these resume bullets:

❌ Responsible for creating a safe learning environment.  

✅ Fostered an encouraging learning environment through communication, collaboration, and compassion that increased student participation by 30% over one academic year.

The second bullet makes the candidate's value  so much more clear, and it's a lot more fun to read! That's what we're going for here.

That said, it's one thing to look at the graphic above and try to apply the abstract concept of “35% hard skills” to your bullet. We wanted to make things easy, so we created a tool called ResyBullet.io that will actually give your resume bullet a score and show you how to improve it.

Using ResyBullet To Write Crazy Effective, Job-Winning Teacher Resume Bullets

ResyBullet takes our proprietary “resume bullet formula” and layers it into a tool that's super simple to use. Here's how it works:

• Head over to ResyBullet.io
• Copy a bullet from your teacher resume and paste it into the tool, then hit “Analyze”
• ResyBullet will score your teacher resume bullet and show you exactly what you need to improve
• You edit your bullet with the recommended changes and scan it again
• Rinse and repeat until you get a score of 60+
• Move on to the next bullet in your teacher resume

Let's take a look at how this works for the two resume bullet examples I shared above:

First, we had, “Responsible for creating a safe learning environment.” 

ResyBullet gave that a score of 25/100.  While it includes an action word, it's too short and is missing relevant skills, compelling language, and measurable outcomes:

Now, let's take a look at our second bullet,  “Fostered an encouraging learning environment through communication, collaboration, and compassion that increased student participation by 30% over one academic year.” 

ResyBullet gave that a 75 / 100. Much better! This bullet had more content focused on the specific criteria the hiring team is looking for. We can see by exactly how much they increased student participation, the skill and method they applied, and that it all resulted in an overall increase in student success.

Now all you have to do is run each of your bullets through ResyBullet, make the suggested updates, and your resume is going to be jam packed with eye-popping, value-driven content!

And if you want to learn more about the underlying strategies behind writing great resume bullets, check out this guide.

If you're ready, grab a bullet from your resume, paste it into the widget below, and hit scan to get your first resume bullet score and analysis:

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Learn to write crazy effective resume bullets that grab attention, illustrate value, and actually get results., copy and paste your resume bullet to begin analysis:, 3 teacher resume examples for 2023.

Now let's take a look at all of these best practices in action. Here are three resume examples for different situations from people with different backgrounds:

Teacher Resume Example #1: A Traditional Background

Teacher Resume Example #2: A Non-Traditional Background

For our second Teacher Resume Example, we have a candidate who has a non-traditional background. In this case, they are coming from the financial services industry but have experience helping customers learn more about financial literacy. Here's an example of what their resume might look like when applying for Teacher roles:

Teacher Resume Example #3: Experienced Teacher With Masters Degree

For our third Teacher Resume Example, we have a candidate who has 14+ years of experience and a Masters degree. Here's an example of what their resume might look like when applying for Teacher roles:

At this point, you know all of the basics you'll need to write a Teacher resume that wins you more interviews and offers. The only thing left is to take all of that information and apply it to a template that's going to help you get results.

We made that easy with our ResyBuild tool . It has 8 proven templates that were created with the help of recruiters and hiring managers at the world's best companies. These templates also bake in thousands of data points we have from the job seekers in our audience who have used them to land job offers.

Just click any of the templates below to start building your resume using proven, recruiter-approved templates:

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Key Takeaways To Wrap Up Your Job-Winning Teacher Resume

You made it! We packed a lot of information into this post so I wanted to distill the key points for you and lay out next steps so you know exactly where to from here.

Here are the 5 steps for writing a job-winning Teacher resume:

• Start with a proven resume template from ResyBuild.io
• Use ResyMatch.io to find the right keywords and optimize your resume for each Teacher role you apply to
• Start your resume with a Highlight Reel to immediately grab your target school district's attention
• Use ResyBullet.io to craft compelling, value-driven bullets that pop off the page
• Compare the draft of your Teacher resume to the examples on this page to make sure you're on the right path
• Use a tool like HemingwayApp to proofread your resume before you submit it

If you follow those steps, you're going to be well on your way to landing more Teacher interviews and job offers.

Now that your resume is all set, check out my guide on writing a job-winning Teacher cover letter (with examples!)

Laura Lorta

Laura is an Editor at Cultivated Culture. She transitioned from teaching into the world of content so she's no stranger to career pivots. She also has a bachelors in Entrepreneurship and a Masters in Curriculum & Instruction / Bilingual Education. She currently shares job search advice to help people like you land jobs they love without applying online.

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Whether you’re searching for your first teaching job or you’re ready for a change, you’ll need a solid resume. There’s a lot of conflicting advice out there on how to write a resume that will land you an interview, so it’s worth taking some time to review teacher resume examples first. We’ve rounded up examples for pretty much any kind of educator and assembled tips for how to write a strong modern teacher resume.

Best of all, we’ve got a free, fully customizable teacher resume template to get you started quickly and easily. Fill out the form on this page to grab your template, then use our tips to start building your resume today.

Teacher Resume Tips

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Resumes have changed a lot in recent years, so do your research to find out what the latest trends are. For instance, while an “objectives” section used to be a resume standard, people often drop this section today in favor of more space to highlight their accomplishments. Start with these general resume tips, then get more advice for completing our free teacher resume template, section by section.

General Tips

• Keep it to one or two pages. Hiring managers don’t have time to read overly long resumes. Put the most important information up front, and remove anything that doesn’t truly strengthen your application.
• Be honest. While you want to highlight your strengths and achievements, don’t go overboard. If you exaggerate your experience but are unable to perform certain tasks, you may put your future job at risk before you even get started.
• Skip the gimmicks. Some people will tell you the way to make your resume stand out is to use fun fonts or a “creative” design. The fact is, people who are hiring want an easy-to-read, clear presentation that highlights your achievements and credentials. That’s what will land you an interview.
• Tailor your resume. Keep a standard resume document that you can customize for the specific job you’re applying for. That might mean moving sections around, highlighting specific skills or experiences, or deciding which parts of your career deserve to be placed up front. Take a close look at the job description, and tailor your resume accordingly.
• Don’t try to circumvent the system. Years ago, people would tell you to ignore requests to send your resume and instead show up in person. Our advice: Don’t do it! Application systems are nearly all online these days, and for good reason. This helps hiring committees by organizing information efficiently and ensuring they meet all anti-discrimination laws. So just send your resume and application using the method requested.
• Don’t forget a cover letter. A great cover letter really can help your resume stand out. Learn how to make your teacher cover letter special here.

Contact Information

On today’s resumes, your mailing address is optional. In fact, if you’re looking for a job outside of your current geographical area, it can sometimes be helpful to leave it off. This way, employers won’t worry about whether you’re willing to relocate for the job.

Email addresses are not optional. This is the way most schools will contact you today, so be sure to provide yours. You might want to take a look at your address to make sure it sounds relatively professional too. Ideally, it simply contains a version of your name (e.g., “[email protected]”); don’t forget you can grab a free email address from sites like Gmail if you need to. But other addresses are fine too, as long as there’s nothing questionable. “[email protected]” is fine. “[email protected]” is not.

Professional Objective/Summary

As mentioned earlier, resume objectives are used less and less today. Recent college grads or those transitioning to teaching careers might still decide to include a professional objective statement. Those with more experience have replaced objectives with a summary statement that provides an overview of their career. It’s also OK to delete this section altogether if you’d like more space in the Relevant Work Experience section.

Education and Certifications

Include your undergraduate and graduate degrees, as well as any certifications or licensures you hold. Note: It’s up to you whether you include your graduation date. Some people worry it can open them up to age discrimination. You’ll likely be asked for this information if you continue in the hiring process, so they can verify your degrees.

Related Experience

This is the real meat of your teacher resume. You can list jobs chronologically starting with the most recent, or choose to place your most relevant experience first. Either way, include your employer’s name, dates of employment, and the position/s you held. Then, highlight your experience and achievements. Strive to make your statements measurable and quantifiable rather than just a listing of your job duties.

Weak statements:

• Taught fifth grade science and math
• Prepared students for standardized math tests
• Oversaw annual school science fair

Strong statements:

• Instructed 100+ students each year in fifth grade science fundamentals, including human anatomy, electricity and magnetism, and earth and space science
• Improved standardized testing math scores by an average of 8% over a period of five years
• Organized seven annual school science fairs by coordinating 200+ participants, finding qualified judges, and arranging for prizes donated by the community

New college grad? You should definitely include your student teaching or internship experience in this section!

Additional Experience

You can use this section to include jobs you’ve held that aren’t quite as relevant to the one you’re applying for. If you’re new to the working world, it’s OK to include non-teaching jobs here. For those with longer careers, it’s probably not necessary to list every job you’ve ever had. Just highlight any experience that helps support your application or fills any employment gaps.

Professional Honors and Leadership

If you’ve received awards or honors related to teaching, share them here. The same goes for any leadership roles you’ve held in educational professional orgs.

Professional Affiliations

If space allows, you might want to include a short list of respected professional organizations you belong to. You should definitely include them if you play a very active role, have been invited to speak as an education expert at a conference, etc. Otherwise, this section is optional.

Other Teacher Resume Sections

Here are some sections you might consider adding if you have space, and a few to skip altogether.

• Professional skills: Don’t include this section if your skills are simply those expected of any teacher. But if you’ve built up any unusual and relevant teaching skills through experience or professional development, you could include them here. (Fluency in multiple languages, for example.)
• Community involvement or volunteer work: If you’ve been heavily involved in community organizations that work with children or education, consider highlighting those achievements on your resume.
• Publications: Have you published articles in an educational or professional journal, or had your work featured on a trusted, well-known website? Include any relevant articles and links.

Here’s what you don’t need on your resume:

• Hobbies or “unique” unrelated skills (like “juggling” or “Cordon Bleu chef”).
• Any information about religious or political affiliations, or your marital status, gender, race, or age. These could lead to potential bias or discrimination in the hiring process.
• References: Most people leave this section off their resume these days, as job applications or hiring committees will ask you for them separately. Line up your references and gather their contact information, but hang onto them until you’re asked to provide the info. You don’t even need to put “References available upon request,” since hiring managers already assume that.

As you complete your teacher resume template, use these examples for ideas about what to include and how to word it.

1. First-time teacher

This is a great resume for teachers with little to no experience.

2. Another first-time teacher example

Here’s one more example of a great teacher resume for those with limited experience.

3. Experienced elementary teacher

This one allows you to showcase your skills in a compact, visually appealing design.

4. Another experienced elementary teacher

This is one of those teacher resume examples that work best for those with some experience but who are still early in their career. (Note: Click the link above and scroll down to find it.)

5. Summer school teacher

Use this resume to highlight the unique skills of summer school teachers who work with students who are either repeating a course or trying to get ahead for the following school year.

6. Assistant teacher

Applying for an assistant teacher job will be much easier using one of the five fantastic teacher resume examples through this resource.

7. Special education teacher

As a special educator, your responsibilities may change from minute to minute and your skills need to adapt. This template helps you simplify your experience in a one-page resume.

8. School counselor

This resume will help you showcase your excellent mentoring, counseling, and leadership skills.

9. School guidance counselor

As a guidance counselor, your role is to guide students through academic development as well as personal growth. Use this template to show you how to highlight your unique talents.

10. Library media specialist

Showcase your ability to collect and maintain the valuable resources needed to foster a strong learning environment for students.

11. High school English teacher

Use this guide to create a great English teacher resume that will highlight your communication, interpersonal, and planning skills to edge out the competition.

12. Technology teacher

Emphasize your commitment to the ongoing professional development necessary to continue integrating the latest technology into the existing curriculum, and coming up with new lesson plans for today’s classrooms.

13. Music teacher

Share and showcase your love of introducing music to students with this straightforward teacher resume.

14. Drama teacher

This resume example is simple but perfect for drama teachers who want to emphasize their experience as well as their knowledge of acting techniques and production.

15. World language teacher

Establish yourself as the ideal candidate by demonstrating teaching skills, language proficiency, communication, and organizational skills.

16. Sports coach

As a coach, this template will help you demonstrate your ability to manage teams and sports programs as well as encourage academic performance.

17. ESL teacher

This teacher resume example allows you to highlight your classroom management skills, as well as your commitment to empathy, patience, and cultural awareness. (Note: Click the link above and scroll down to find it.)

18. Math teacher

This clean resume template showcases a math teacher’s ability to break down complex math concepts through patient, meaningful engagement with students.

19. Pre-K teacher

It takes a special person to be a great pre-K teacher. Working with young children while creating lesson and activity plans, monitoring progress, and providing quality supervision takes patience and kindness.

20. Business teacher

Put your best foot forward with this business teacher resume that emphasizes teaching methods and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

21. International school teacher

Use this resume to let hiring managers know that you’re not only motivated to help students learn but uniquely qualified. Be sure to highlight any experience living or traveling abroad as well as foreign language skills.

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• • Coordinated School Information Night each year
• • Contributed to raising retention rate from 75% - 89% through running extracurricular sessions
• • Received two outstanding reports from classroom inspections from the city central education board
• • Ran 100+ school information sessions
• • Developed and executed daily lesson plans to engage and challenge student understanding and involvement, including 30+ international students (ESL) and students with specialized educational needs.
• • Increased the number of A+ to C grades from 60% to 90% over 2 years
• • Taught and mentored 100+ students over the two years, and led 5 extra learning classes outside of school hours
• • Engaged in peer collaboration and instruction during staff development opportunities as well as peer observation of classroom strategies and assessment.
• • Designed original student learning plans centered on the curriculum with corresponding lectures and lab activities which aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards.
• • Implemented lesson plans independently for classrooms of 25+ students
• • Provide educational materials, including daily lesson plans and weekly homework packets that averaged a 95% completion rate
• • Lectured weekly in tutorials, and regularly in courses over 8 semesters
• • Assist professor and a class of 25 students with the course related needs
• • Excellence Award (2013)

Teacher Resume Examples & Guide for 2024 [Layout, Skills, Keywords & Job Description]

Your teacher resume must clearly highlight your educational background. Ensure it outlines your degrees, certifications, and any relevant coursework or specialized training. It is crucial to detail your teaching experience with specifics regarding grade levels and subject areas. Demonstrate your impact on student learning with examples of curriculum development or measurable improvements in student performance.

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Key Takeaways

The ongoing teacher shortage is prime time to grow your career. But to land the perfect job, you need the perfect resume.

That means a flawless layout with impeccable details about your past successes. Of course, you’re a pro at teaching, but writing your teacher’s resume might not be your top strength.

That’s ok, we’ve put together everything you need to write an impeccable resume that will land you your dream job. In this guide, we’ll cover:

• A teacher resume sample that ticks all the checkboxes
• The best formatting considerations for your resume
• Essential and optional sections to include with examples
• How to include a cover letter with your application
• Most frequently asked questions about teacher resumes

This is a top-notch example of a teacher’s resume. It presents the candidate as an experienced, effective, and dedicated educator.

Some of the reasons why are:

Extensive Teaching Experience: The candidate has taught for several years at multiple schools, demonstrating their ability to handle diverse students and subjects.

Track Record of Achievements: These specific and quantifiable achievements lend credibility to the teacher's effectiveness and commitment to improving student outcomes.

Education and Certification: The candidate holds a PhD in Educational Administration and other certifications, demonstrating their commitment to ongoing professional development.

Publications and Volunteering: The candidate's publications and volunteering demonstrate their dedication to academic research, community service, and making a positive impact outside the classroom.

Resume Format And Sections

Formatting and good design are essential for a resume's readability and visual appeal - crucial characteristics to grab and hold a hiring committee’s attention. A well-structured resume also clearly conveys professionalism, increasing your chances of an interview.

Since teachers are trusted with so much responsibility, in most cases, it’s best that you align your resume to a conventional format. Choose a traditional format, with either one or two columns, instead of going for a flashy or creative resume.

The exceptions would be if you’re applying to an art school or other creative-oriented private school or if you’re applying to an art, music, drama, or other creative teacher position. In those cases, you might consider using a creative resume template.

Every teacher’s resume will be different, and each one you write should be tailored to the specific job you’re applying to. For example, you’ll want to highlight different skills as an art or a maths teacher, and likewise, if you’re teaching at the kindergarten, elementary, or high school level.

But, there are some fundamental aspects you should always bear in mind.

Use reverse chronological order

Typically, resumes are formatted in reverse chronological order. This means organizing your work and education history with the most recent experiences listed first and moving backward to the oldest.

This format makes it easy for employers to identify your most current and relevant work and skills. It demonstrates your career progression and helps potential employers understand your professional journey.

Properly format the header and contact info

A resume header is the first, and ome might say one of the most important parts of a teacher resume. It’ the section at the top of a resume that includes your name and contact information and is the first thing the recruiter will lay their eyes upon. It’s like your introduction, letting a potential employer know who you are and how to get get a hold of you.

A good header should include your:

• Phone number
• Email address

Additional and somewhat optional information is including your home address (which is traditional and not used so much anymore) and a link to your LinkedIn profile.

Key sections

Beyond the header, your resume should highlight your relevant qualifications, experience, and the skills you bring to the job. The standard sections to include in your teacher resume are:

• Professional Summary or Objective: A brief statement that highlights your experience, teaching philosophy, or key strengths tailored to the specific teaching position you’re applying for.
• Work experience & Achievements: This section outlines your successful work history. Include the school's name, the grade level or subject you taught, the dates of your employment in reverse chronological order, and include quantifiable results from your time there.
• Skills: Showcase any relevant teaching and technical skills you have that might not be expected or that you can provide specific evidence of.
• Education: The details of your academic qualifications, including degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework.
• Certifications and licenses: List any relevant teaching licenses or certifications, along with their expiration dates, if applicable.

Number of pages

There’s an old rule of thumb that you should keep your resume to 1 page. While that may be true in some industries, it’s not always true for teachers.

Aim for a length that includes all the info you need to show you’re the best fit for the job, but avoid including unnecessary bloat. Keeping everything concise will ensure it’s readable and avoid looking cluttered.

A bit vague? Okay. As a rough guide, if you’ve been teaching for less than 4 years and don’t have much other experience or professional development, one page should do. If you’ve been teaching for a while and want to include some optional sections we cover later, you can stretch it to two pages.

If you’re a veteran teacher with many years of experience and you’ve been keeping up with professional development, you might consider going to three pages. And if you’re a post-secondary teacher with a long list of publications and conference presentations or other important accolades, you might even consider 4 or 5 pages.

File format: doc or pdf?

Once you’re ready to save your resume, you have two choices: a .PDF or a .Doc. I suggest saving it as a .PDF unless the employer has specified otherwise.

PDFs save all the formatting you just put so much time into. Unlike with a .Doc., there’s no chance your resume will print up wonky and undermine the professional image you’re trying to send.

Another consideration is that many employers now use applicant tracking systems(ATS) as the first step in the selection process. Luckily, all of our resume templates are preformatted and designed to play well with ATS, and they come as .PDFs, so you don’t have to worry about a thing.

The top sections on a teacher resume:

What recruiters want to see on your resume:, work experience.

This is the fundamental section of your resume. It’s your opportunity to show the hiring committee your teaching history, leadership skills, and commitment to education.

Ideally, this section will consist of teaching-relevant work experience. Your potential new school will prefer candidates with strong backgrounds in the field they’re applying in.

But if you transitioned into teaching after another career or it’s your first teaching job but you had other jobs beforehand, there’s plenty you can include. No matter what your past work experience was, if you give it careful consideration, you can identify transferable skills to demonstrate you’re a good fit.

Follow these guidelines to write a work experience section to capture the school board’s attention:

• List work experience in reverse chronological order.
• Include school name, dates, and job title.
• Mention the subject you taught, which grade level, and your average class size.
• Use keywords relevant to the teaching position, where your past experiences align with the job description.
• Focus on your accomplishments at each job rather than your basic duties.

Quantify accomplishments whenever possible, try toailor the accomplishments you include for each job you apply to.

• Include 4-6 accomplishments or duties for each job.
• Use action verbs to describe your work, like……..

Quantify impact

Quantifying your impact on a resume means including specific numbers, percentages, or measurable outcomes from previous jobs. These details showcase tangible results and lend credibility to your qualifications.

Some of the aspects of a teacher’s job you can quantify on your resume include:

• List improvements in specific student performance or academic achievements
• Are there classroom assessments of your students' average improvement or growth?
• What initiatives led to improved student attendance or engagement?
• What percentage of students and parents took part in school-related activities you organized?
• Mention any awards or other recognition you’ve received for contributions to the school, student achievements, or teaching methods.
• Have you successfully improved classroom behavior, attendance, or reduced disruptions?

Experience examples

Look over these examples of right and wrong ways to list your work experience to better understand how to write yours.

• • Designed and implemented engaging and student-centered lesson plans, resulting in a 15% increase in students' test scores.
• • Integrated technology to enhance learning experiences and foster student engagement, leading to positive feedback from students and parents.
• • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, promoting critical thinking and teamwork skills among students.
• • Demonstrated strong classroom management skills, creating a positive and disciplined learning environment conducive to effective learning.
• • Actively participated in faculty meetings, professional development workshops, and parent-teacher conferences, contributing to the school community and student success.
• • Taught math lessons to high school students.
• • Handled classroom management.
• • Used technology in the classroom.
• • Conducted parent-teacher conferences.

The right example showcases the teacher's accomplishments with active wording and quantifies their impact on student performance, which is attractive to potential employers. The wrong example is vague and lacks details. It doesn't highlight the teacher's skills or contributions.

• • Developed an innovative art curriculum resulting in a 25% increase in student engagement and creative expression.
• • Organized and facilitated three successful school-wide art exhibitions, showcasing over 300 student artworks and receiving positive feedback from parents and the community.
• • Collaborated with classroom teachers to integrate art into core subjects, enhancing students' overall academic performance and creativity.
• • Implemented classroom management strategies that reduced disruptions by 40%, creating a focused and respectful learning environment.
• • Conducted art workshops for parents and staff, receiving a 95% satisfaction rate and strengthening community involvement in the art program.
• • Taught art to elementary students.
• • Managed the art classroom.
• • Collaborated with other teachers.

The ‘right’ example includes quantifiable results that showcase the teacher's effectiveness and contributions, making the resume stand out to potential employers. The ‘wrong’ example is ineffective as it lacks specific details and outcomes, which makes it less impactful for potential employers.

• • Designed and implemented inquiry-based science labs resulting in a 20% improvement in students' understanding of scientific concepts.
• • Coached the school's Science Olympiad team to win three regional championships and qualify for the state competition for the past two years.
• • Utilized technology to create interactive virtual labs, leading to a 30% increase in student engagement and participation.
• • Collaborated with the school's science department to align curriculum with state standards, resulting in a 10% improvement in standardized test scores.
• • Conducted weekly after-school tutoring sessions, resulting in a 95% passing rate for struggling students.
• • Taught science to high school students.
• • Coached Science Olympiad team.
• • Used technology in teaching.
• • Conducted after-school tutoring.

The right example measurably demonstrates their effectiveness and includes extracurriculars that shows them as a well-rounded and involved teacher. The wrong example only lists basic responsibilities without evidence of the teacher's effectiveness or achievements.

Why include a skills section?

A skills section on a teacher's resume is important because it provides a concise and organized overview of the teacher's key strengths, competencies, and qualifications. Here's how:

Showcases relevance: The skills section highlights the teacher's relevant abilities, ensuring employers quickly identify their suitability for the position.

Easy to scan: A well-organized skills section lets hiring managers quickly grasp the teacher's essential strengths and decide whether to continue reading the resume.

Demonstrates expertise: The skills section demonstrates the teacher's diverse expertise, showcasing the various aspects of teaching they excel at.

Quantifies impact: Quantifiable results and achievements within the skills section offer concrete evidence of the teacher's effectiveness. This makes the resume more compelling and memorable.

Tailored: The skills section should be customized to match the requirements of different teaching positions, highlighting the most relevant skills for each application.

Strengthens first impression: The skills section is usually placed near the top of the resume, catching the reader's attention early on. It sets a positive impression that encourages a recruiter to continue reading the entire document.

Step by step how to list

A strong skills section takes a little organization and thought. Here's a step-by-step guide to showcase your skills:

• Identify relevant skills: Tailor your skills section to the specific job description.
• Group and prioritize: Organize your skills and prioritize the most relevant ones.
• Be specific: Describe your skills clearly and provide quantifiable results.
• Use concise bullet points: Present your skills in bullet points and avoid lengthy paragraphs.
• Be honest: Include only skills you actually have, and be honest in your presentation of them.

Hard skills and soft skills

Hard and soft skills are essential for a successful teaching career. When applying for a teaching position, it is important to highlight both skill types in your resume and cover letter.

Hard skills are specific, teachable abilities that are directly applicable to a job or profession. They’re often quantifiable and measurable.

Soft skills are intangible, interpersonal qualities that improve communication and collaboration and may rely on emotional intelligence. They’re not as easily quantifiable as hard skills, but they’re essential for a teacher’s success.

Best hard skills for your teacher resume

Best soft skills for your teacher resume, example skills sections.

Nobody has all the skills we’ve listed, and no principal will expect you to. The best resume skills sections include a mix of hard and soft skills most relevant to the specific job opportunity.

Here are four examples of how to adapt a skills section for different teaching jobs and experience levels, and to highlight d

Experienced teacher

Professional Skills

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Elementary teacher, substitute math teacher, education / certifications.

It’s no mystery that you need a good education to be a teacher. Each school district can be different, but a teacher needs at least a bachelor's degree, in education or the subject they teach, along with a teaching certificate or license.

In most cases, though, the basics aren’t enough. Additional requirements, like teacher competency exams, specific training, background checks, or other expectations, may also apply.

Which education/certification is relevant?

As an example, to teach at the high school level, you typically need the following education and certifications:

• Bachelor's Degree: A bachelor's degree in the subject you'll teach is usually required.
• Teacher certification/license: A teaching certificate or license is required in most regions.
• Subject matter competency: A high school teacher is certainly expected to understand the subjects they teach.
• Background check: A background check is typically required before hiring.
• Continuing education: Some regions require you to pursue professional development to maintain your teaching credentials.

The specific education and certifications you’ll need will vary depending on the location and education system in place. So look up the specific requirements in your area to confirm you meet the expectations there.

How to list degrees and awards

As a teacher, it’s essential that you list your degrees (in reverse chronological order) on your resume. Include the degree name, major, institution, and graduation date.

Listing majors and minors on a teacher's resume is optional but can be beneficial if they're relevant to the teaching position or add value to your qualifications. Include them in the same section just below your degree entries.

Awards can highlight your dedication, accomplishments, and recognition as a professional educator, making you a more attractive candidate. List them in a separate section or under Education if they’re academic or teaching-related honors.

Mention the name of the award, the granting organization, and the date received. Emphasize awards demonstrating your teaching excellence, subject expertise, leadership, or contributions to the educational community.

• • What knowledge or experience did you acquire during your studies there? (e.g. Delivered a comprehensive marketing strategy)

This concise, organized education and awards section lists two degrees from top schools, including a master's from Harvard. It shows the candidate's commitment to teaching and learning, making them a compelling, competitive candidate.

The certification and awards sections identify their state teaching license and relevant certifications, underscoring their commitment to continuous learning. Their awards lend specific credibility to their success and effectiveness as a teacher.

Resume objective / summary

A resume objective is a short statement at the top of your resume that summarizes your career goals and why you’re applying for a particular job. Including an objective is important to catch the hiring committee's attention and highlight your skills and experience.

A teacher's resume objective should be short and to the point, highlighting the skills and experience relevant to the position you’re applying for. It should also be specific, mentioning the specific type of teaching position you’re interested in.

Here are some tips for crafting an attention-grabbing objective for your teacher resume:

• Start with a strong action verb. This will help to grab the hiring manager's attention.
• Include your skills and experience. Be specific about what you can do and your achievements.
• State the type of teaching position you’re interested in.
• Use keywords to help your resume pass through an applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Proofread carefully. Typos and grammatical errors are unacceptable on a teacher’s resume.

It may be tricky to fit all that into one or two sentences. Check out these examples and explanations of strong and weak teacher objectives to better understand how to write yours.

Strong Teacher Objectives

These objectives are strong because they’re short, to the point, and specific. They also describe the candidate's value proposition, and the type of teaching position they’re interested in, and include relevant keywords.

Weak Teacher Objectives

These objectives are weak because they’re vague, general, and don’t provide any specific information about the candidate's skills or experience. They also don’t mention the type of teaching position the candidate is interested in.

Other sections to include

There are a few optional teacher resume sections that you should consider including. Whether or not to include these sections is up to you, but showcasing these qualifications is a great way to make your resume stand out.

Awards & certification

Use this section to highlight any awards or certifications you’ve received to demonstrate the full breadth of your skills and experience.

Showing that you’re bilingual or multilingual can be valuable, especially in a school with a diverse student population.

Interests & hobbies

Include this section to show you’re well-rounded and have interests outside of teaching, which can make you a more interesting and engaging teacher.

• Interests & Hobbies:
• Playing guitar
• Learning new languages

Publications

Highlight any publications you’ve authored or co-authored to demonstrate your research skills and knowledge.

• "Teaching Math to English Language Learners," published in the Journal of Mathematics Education for Language Minority Students
• "Using Technology to Enhance Learning in the Mathematics Classroom," published in the Journal of Educational Technology
• "The Impact of Different Teaching Strategies on Student Achievement in Mathematics," published in the Journal of Educational Research

Presentations

The presentations you’ve given demonstrate your communication and public speaking skills and expertise in the subject you teach.

• "Teaching Math to English Language Learners," presented at the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) annual conference.
• "Using Technology to Enhance Learning in the Mathematics Classroom," presented at the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) annual conference.
• "The Impact of Different Teaching Strategies on Student Achievement in Mathematics," presented at the American Educational Research Association (AERA) annual conference.

Custom section title based on a job

A custom section is an opportunity to give the school or board you’re applying to better understand why you’re a great fit for a job. Consider including one if you want to showcase your skills in a specific job requirement in the job description.

To create a custom section, start by identifying the skills and experience that are most relevant to the job you are applying for. The section should be concise and easy to read, and it should use keywords that are relevant to the job.

Here are some examples of custom sections that you might include on your resume:

Experience with STEM Education

• Experience with Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
• Experience with Special Education
• Experience with Technology Integration
• Experience with Project-Based Learning

And here’s how you can lay one out:

• Developed and implemented a STEM curriculum for elementary school students
• Led a team of teachers in the implementation of the STEM curriculum
• Trained teachers on how to use STEM resources and activities
• Presented on STEM education at professional conferences

Cover letter matching your teacher's resume

It’s crucial that you include a cover letter as part of your application for a teaching job. It’s your opportunity to introduce yourself to the hiring manager, explain your interest in the position, and highlight your skills and experience.

A well-written cover letter can help you stand out from the competition and increase your chances of getting an interview. Follow these five steps to write a standout cover letter to complement your resume.

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The Dance Teacher position boasts a rich history with roots in performing arts and physical education. Thus, trends in these areas often shape the dance teaching field.

The following advice will help you apply more effectively for Dance Teacher jobs:

• Practice and expertise in different dance styles are key. Ballet, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Jazz, and Latin. Successful dance teachers often have a versatile and extensive understanding of various genres.
• Highlight any experience in choreographing and staging dance performances. Lack of this can lead to early dismissal.
• Prioritize the dancing background that has impacted your teaching. Most accomplished dance teachers have a strong performance record, so emphasize your dancing experience and its influence on your teaching methodology.
• Don't merely list dance styles or shows you've performed in. Highlight how your knowledge improved your students' skills, e.g., "improved students' flexibility through...", "increased students' stage presence after..." etc. Stick to the "skill-action-results" pattern.

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Common Responsibilities Listed on Teacher Resumes:

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Teacher Resume Example:

• Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans that resulted in a 25% increase in student participation and a 15% improvement in test scores.
• Collaborated with other teachers and staff to create a positive learning environment, resulting in a 10% increase in student satisfaction scores.
• Utilized technology to enhance instruction, implementing online resources and interactive activities that improved student engagement and retention.
• Monitored student progress and provided individualized feedback, resulting in a 20% increase in student achievement and a 10% decrease in student absenteeism.
• Communicated regularly with parents and guardians, resulting in a 15% increase in parent satisfaction scores and improved student behavior.
• Supervised students in and out of the classroom, implementing effective behavior management strategies that resulted in a 25% decrease in disciplinary incidents.
• Participated in professional development activities, staying up-to-date with the latest teaching methodologies and technologies, resulting in a 20% increase in student engagement and a 10% improvement in test scores.
• Maintained accurate student records and utilized data to inform instruction, resulting in a 15% increase in student achievement and a 10% decrease in student absenteeism.
• Facilitated classroom discussions and activities that promoted critical thinking and problem-solving skills, resulting in a 20% increase in student participation and a 15% improvement in student achievement.
• Lesson planning and implementation
• Classroom management
• Student engagement and motivation
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Technology integration
• Progress monitoring and assessment
• Parent-teacher communication
• Behavior management
• Professional development and continuous learning
• Data-driven instruction
• Critical thinking and problem-solving facilitation
• Time management and organization
• Differentiated instruction
• Cultural competence and inclusivity
• Conflict resolution and mediation

Top Skills & Keywords for Teacher Resumes:

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If you're wondering how to create a perfect teacher resume, you're in the right place!

These resume samples will get you noticed by potential employers and provide you with all the information you’ll need. This way, you can build your own world-class resume and ‘wow’ a potential employer into hiring you.

In our Resume Guide for Teachers, we’ll describe in depth how you can create a resume that will surpass the competition.

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This resume guide comes with samples for each section, to inspire your writing.

Resume Sections

When employers are searching for a new Teacher, they’ll look for candidates that have matching skill sets and experiences. It’s thus essential that you fill in the sections below. With the parts below, you can depict a clear picture of yourself and describe what they can expect of you as their new Teacher. By utilizing this format, you’ll appear better suited for the position. This, in turn, will increase your chances of getting that new Teacher role.

Contact information :

• Name, Last Name
• Cell Number
• Be sure to include alternative contact channels like your LinkedIn profile or Facebook URL details.

Career objective or profile summary : Although this section is optional, it could really benefit your position as an applicant. Always use the job description as your guide when writing this part. The more you sound like them, the better fit you will seem. (see examples below)

Qualifications summary : What are your top qualities as a Teacher and as a person?

Relevant experience as a Teacher : Study, diplomas, your history in career and other activities that benefited you as a Teacher. Also, include your daily responsibilities and achievements. Do you have employment experience other than being a Teacher? This is the time to show the hiring manager your previous work experience and work ethic

Skills summary/ essential skills : Incorporate skills that benefit you as a Teacher

Education, certifications, licenses, and training : Which path led you to get ready to work as a Teacher?

What to Highlight in a Teacher Resume

Despite your experience, there are a few other essential aspects that employers need to know about to make sure you are a good fit for their team.

As a Teacher, your most significant achievements are to educate, motivate and stimulate students. To accomplish these achievements, you can use multiple effective strategies to move students toward higher levels of thinking. You are also coaching and motivating them to be problem-solvers and active learners.

Make sure you highlight your experiences with teaching, coaching, and motivating students, including your educational strategies.

Do you have the required responsibilities and qualifications the employer is looking for? Be very explicit about all this and use the job description as the common threat.

Next, the hiring manager surely wants to know about your capability to build strong relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and other relevant stakeholders.

As a teacher, your primary focus is your students and creating a positive learning environment for them. But communicating, cooperating, and involving your colleagues as well as other parties such as parents are also part of your job as a Teacher.

Include in your CV your previous responsibilities concerning relationships and which activities led you to be a strong connector.

Lastly, employers are not only looking for skilled and experienced Teachers. They also want to be sure about you being a worthy addition to the team and the organization. Include your best practices in education, with detailed descriptions about you being a passionate, collaborative, innovative, and knowledgeable Teacher.

Make sure you include the following details

• Your Educator license applicable for practice in the requested state
• Your Elementary Education (1-00) endorsement
• Your completion of High School
• At which university did you graduate? And what is your GPA?
• The placements you did while studying
• Volunteer work (abroad, disabled children, children of all ages, summer camps)
• List your years of experience
• Your experience with teaching various grades

Teacher Career Objective & Examples

Hiring managers are extremely busy. They get many teacher resumes and have very little time to actually read them. It’s therefore important that you capture their interest early on in your career objective. Do this by revealing your value immediately.

Once you captivated their attention, they will be compelled to read the rest. Also, keep your career objective clear and concise. Lead with the most essential information and cut the extra fluff.

Your career objective should start with your years of experience as a Teacher and your main responsibilities. To decide which responsibilities to add, use the job description as your guide.

For instance, if the description mentions fulfilling the potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth, apply these words in your objective. This will lead to being recognized as a suitable Teacher.

Include also a line about your qualities that will help the students, the school and the team.

A hiring manager would be excited to know that you are an “organized professional who can maintain order and discipline in the classroom” or that you are a “reliable and dependable Teacher who understands the importance of social-emotional needs of students”.

Make sure you prove these qualities in the professional experience section for re-enforcement of your message. And finish with your educational degrees and any certifications you possess that are relevant to the position.

“A professional, caring and organized Teacher with 7 years experience of teaching multiple grades. My dedication is to provide students with appropriate learning activities and adventures designed to fulfill their potential for emotional, intellectual, social and physical growth. I want to enable students to develop skills to function successfully in further life.”

“A loving, flexible and hardworking Teacher with 5 years experience in using educational strategies to maximize student growth. I am an innovative educator who focuses on continual improvement of self and others by applying a professional learning community model. Responsible for instructing students in elementary grades and creating lesson plans and instructing students on core subjects such as science, literature, and math.”

Teacher Job Descriptions Examples

Employers would want to see the following skill sets and proven foundational duties from an applicant’s resume. This, however, does depend on an applicant’s education level and career stage.

A Teacher at the entry-level may:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities
• Create a confident educational environment for students
• Meet course and school-wide student performance goals
• Participate in ongoing training sessions
• Create lesson plans and modify them accordingly throughout the year
• Grade papers and perform other administrative duties as needed
• Read and stay informed of current topics in education
• Establish goals for learning activities
• Prepare and distribute parent communications
• Observe and evaluate student's performance
• Manage the behavior of students in the classroom
• Create appropriate behavior strategies
• Maintain regular, on-time attendance
• Keep current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory
• Encourage enthusiasm for studying and the development of good work
• Provide progress and interim reports as required
• Assist in the selection of equipment and books
• Communicate and interact with students, parents and colleagues positively
• Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible
• Compile, maintain, and files all reports, records, and other documents
• Attend staff, department, and committee meetings
• Prepare, administer, and correct tests, and records results
• Assign lessons correct papers and hear oral presentations
• Teach rules of conduct and social skills
• Maintain grade records as required by the school
• Coordinate class field trips
• Maintain order and discipline in the classroom
• Maintain order on the playground

A Teacher at a mid-career level may:

• Develop and implement plans for curriculum program which provides for effective teaching strategies
• Utilize various curriculum resources and technologies to enhance student learning
• Blend competencies, goals, and goals into lesson programs
• Plan and implement an instruction program that adheres to the school's concept, goals, and intentions
• Provide an atmosphere contributory to the physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development of students
• Keep a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and other relevant parties
• Maintain records required procedures and practices
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teachers aides and other volunteers
• Share educational knowledge for the continual improvement of the school’s curriculum
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities, as assigned, and may sponsor outside activities approved by the school
• Use acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly
• Strive to maintain and improve professional competence through attendance at workshops, seminars, conferences, and advanced course work at institutions of higher learning
• Discuss pupil’s academic and behavioral attitudes and achievements with parents
• Prepare and administer a variety of teaching techniques, such as hands-on, student interaction, lectures and group work to present subject matter to the class
• Counsel pupils with adjustment and academic problems
• Perform duties assigned by the Principal

A Teacher at an experienced level may:

• Participate in the district’s professional development program
• Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and appropriate discipline techniques, which are consistently applied
• Develop and modify instructional methods to meet the needs of the students
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with the needs and capabilities of the student groups involved
• Keep informed of and complies with state, district, and schools regulations and policies for classroom teachers
• Maintain accurate attendance records and identifies chronic attendance problems that affect student learning
• Supervise teacher’s aides and volunteers
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities by the organization’s policies and applicable laws
• Responsible for training employees and volunteers
• Address complaints and resolve problems

Accomplishments

Many applicants will match their experience section to that of the job description. This, however, will not set you apart. Especially when, other applicants with similar experiences are doing the exact same thing.

If you really want to be memorable, you’ll need to consider: what makes you exceptional? What are you proud of? What are your biggest achievements? Write these down, and formulate these in action-packed statements, that is persuasive.

Flat, Simple Duty:

• Provided education to sixth graders
• Taught and facilitated learning and encouraged students

Accomplishment Statement:

• Passionately provided education to six graders and encouraged enthusiasm for the learning process and the development of good study habits
• Provided an atmosphere contributes to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional growth of students. My main focus is to connect on a personal level so I can make them feel safe and secure.

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Quantifying Your Teacher Resume

Include numbers to your resume to state your experience. Provide answers to questions like “ How much? ” or “ How many? ” For instance:

• How many students were in your class?
• How many subjects did you teach per week?
• How often did you organize events with parents?
• How often you coached students one-on-one?
• “I teach classes up to 30 students and attend every week a staff and committee meeting.”
• “My current class involves 25 students, I teach 12 different subjects per week and I organize a field trip twice a month.”

Teacher Resume Education Section Example:

1989 -1993 Tomblefield High School, High School Diploma Ridgefield, NJ

1993 – 1997 Bachelor of Science in Education, Fort Hays State University, NJ

Teacher Resume Skills

Educational attainment : A bachelor's degree is required to become a Teacher. After graduating from university, you need to pass the state exam to receive your Teacher Certificate before you can work as a Teacher. Include your bachelor's degree in education and the state where you passed your exam.

Problem-solving : As a Teacher, you work in a complex environment with new challenges every day. You need to have the ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Great authority : To enhance the attitude of students in a classroom, you must have great authority and strong classroom management. You also need this skill to build strong partnerships with parents.

Additional Teacher Soft skill Examples

Certificates associated with a Teacher

• Self-Contained General Education (K-9)
• Self-Contained General Education (Age 0-Grade 3)
• Early Childhood Education (Age 0-Grade 3)
• Student Support Svcs/SPED
• Early Childhood Special Education
• Montessori training
• Teaching Certificate
• Praxis Series of exams

Specialization and Types of Teachers

• Later elementary school Teacher
• Elementary Classroom Teacher
• Intermediate Teacher
• Grade Teacher
• Elementary Success Academy Teacher
• Elementary Education Teacher
• Early Childhood Teacher
• Intermediate (4th/5th Grade) Montessori Teacher

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Professional Information of a Teacher

Sector : Education Person type : carer, professional, friendly, authority Education levels : Minimum Bachelor’s Degree Salary indication : Average of $58.000 a year Labor market : Great perspective Organizations : Schools

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As a teacher assistant, you provide essential support for structured, individualized education. You’re an amazing communicator with strong time management skills, not to mention your seemingly endless supply of patience and compassion.

You shouldn’t have to be a professional resume or cover letter writer to secure a teacher assistant job, but many schools make it seem like you have to have a Pultizer to get an interview.

We want to help you get the job you want by giving you proven resume writing tips you can leverage in our  free resume maker . We’ve analyzed numerous resumes and chosen the  nine best teacher assistant resume examples to help you land your next job in 2024 .

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Why this resume works

• If you choose to include this section, make sure you customize it the specific job and employer, mentioning the business by name.
• You can explain one or two top-notch accomplishments in more detail in your  teacher assistant cover letter .

Special Education Teacher Assistant Resume

• Including further education and certifications is one of the fastest ways to highlight your qualifications.
• Then in your  resume skills section , list both hard and soft skills to cover the majority of keywords listed in the  teacher assistant job description .

Beginner Teacher Assistant Resume

• If you previously served at a restaurant, show your classroom management skills by emphasizing how you effectively engaged families and effortlessly juggled large groups.

Daycare Teacher Assistant Resume

• Using a resume template  can help readability, but don’t go overboard with customizations (for example, avoid making the font size tiny and in an unreadable script).
• Plus, many skills (like communication and time management) are applicable across different careers, so focus on those transferrable skills in your work experience. 

Preschool Teacher Assistant Resume

• For example, if the application repeatedly mentions “patience,” you should include that as one of your skills.
• If you can demonstrate  how  you applied those skills, you’ll be one step ahead of the competition.

Kindergarten Teacher Assistant Resume

• If you have more than five years of experience, leave out any projects you completed in college and your high school diploma. Employers only need to see your most recent information.
• Before you hit “submit,” make sure you’ve run your resume through a  resume checker  or a spellcheck system. Minor errors in your email address or phone number could mean the difference between getting the job and months of endless job applications!

Elementary Teacher Assistant Resume

• In your work experience entries, cite specific cases and situations where you have added value to the overall learning environment for your classroom.
• For example, have you mentored students one-on-one after class? Established a book club?
• Speaking of your skills, don’t feel pressured to include every soft skill you have. Avoid listing generic things like “multitasking” or “organization” and use your bullet points to highlight these types of abilities.

Graduate Teaching Assistant Resume

• That’s not to say you can’t use profession-specific language like “to improve the efficacy of lessons,” but remember the hiring manager shouldn’t need a dictionary to read your resume.
• If you aren’t pleased with how your resume turned out, there are plenty of  resume tips  to make it better, including keeping it to a single page and putting the most important information at the top.

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant Resume

• How much did students’ scores improve after your tutoring? Did the volunteer program grow thanks to your initiative? Quantifying your success as an educator will underscore your already impressive qualifications.

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• Preschool Teacher
• Substitute Teacher

Throughout your assistant teacher resume, think about how you can show you’re a team player—without ever using that specific word in your skills list or job description bullet points. As a teacher assistant, you juggle a lot of balls in the air, from assisting the instructor with lesson plans and grading to providing one-on-one help to students to partnering with parents in their children’s learning. So, represent this “team player” idea by putting real experience on your resume that shows principals and administrators your eagerness to assist with education in various capacities.

You may or may not need to list certifications on your resume. This depends on the school, learning center, or academy as well as any state requirements that may be in effect. Check the job listing and work toward getting any needed certs for the role. Possible certifications you could run across include a Level I NYS Teacher Assistant Certification if you’re in New York, 12 ECE Units in California, and an ECE initial certificate for Washington State.

Nope! You’re always free to leave it off, and we suggest you do exclude it if you’re in a rush to send your resume to hiring teams. However, a resume objective does have the potential to make you stand out from the competition. Because assistant teachers are in such high demand, you could use the objective statement to highlight how your approach to education specifically addresses the challenges laid out in the job description. 

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12+ Teacher Resume Examples + Skills & Formatting Tips

No matter if you’re a recent graduate applying for your first teaching job or an experienced teacher looking for your next opportunity, you’ll find game-changing tips for writing your teaching resume here.

We know you’ve had a hard time these past few years.

The education sector is fiercely competitive. Throw in budget cuts, mandatory certifications, a limited number of local opportunities, and increasing demands in the post-Covid reality and you get a hot mess.

The least we can do is make wiring a teacher resume easy for you. That’s why we created this guide.

Inside, you’ll find:

• Teacher resume examples for entry-level and experienced candidates
• Tips on how to format your teacher resume
• Advice on how to structure your resume and what sections to include
• How to quickly tailor your resume to each job ad to double your success rate

Let’s start with two teacher resume examples you can use as inspiration (or steal, slightly modify, and make your own).

Teacher Resume Sample for an Experienced Candidate (5+ Years of Experience)

Why this works: It’s simple: the candidate communicated their skills and accomplishments clearly. The Professional Summary section is crisp and includes hard numbers and quantifiable results. The same goes for the Work Experience section, where they focused on superspecific achievements rather than merely describing their day-to-day tasks and duties. The Conferences and Publications sections act as proof that the teacher is actively seeking professional development and is following new trends in the field. Finally, their Volunteer Work is relevant to the position and puts focus on the candidate’s commitment and drive.

Teacher Resume Template for a Recent Grad (with Limited Experience)

Why this works: Although Miles has little hands-on classroom experience, his resume is strong and convincing. The resume objective follows the writing rules to a tee – in 3 simple, yet achievement-packed sentences, Miles manages to convey the idea that he’s a great fit for the role. He added his internship experience to the work section, and also remembered to include the relevant Camp Counselor gig he enjoyed doing while in high school. The state-level and First Aid certifications definitely add credibility, while his volunteer work helps him come across as a person who practices what he preaches.

How to Format and Structure a Teacher Resume

When I say “format and structure,” here’s what I mean:

• Ensure your resume has a professional look and feel
• Include the proper (mandatory!) sections in the proper order

Let’s see what this means in practice.

How to give your teacher resume a professional look

Good design elements and font choice go a long way. Here are some easy-to-follow rules that will keep recruiters and administrators interested.

Pick a good font

Save Comic Cans and other fun fonts for your 1st-grade posters. Instead, go for a classic font that’s legible and doesn’t distract the reader. Some great fonts to use on a resume (in no particular order):

• Times New Roman

As for resume font size, we recommend 11 or 12pt for normal text . Your section titles and headers should be 14–16pt . In case your resume spills over to the second page by just a few lines, you can opt for a 10pt font size, but make sure it doesn’t look cluttered.

Pay attention to line spacing

Line spacing is the vertical white space between each consecutive line of text. A paragraph looking too dense? This means the line spacing could be increased. Stick to the optimal line spacing, between 1.15 and 1.5 points – this will help the hiring teams scan your resume more easily.

Set margins to 1 inch

This may sound like overkill, but we promise margins are important.

Margins that are too big may sound an alarm among the hiring managers – Is the candidate using white space to cover the obvious lack of experience? You definitely don’t want that. On the other hand, margins that are too small will leave your resume looking cluttered and visually overwhelming.

That’s why all resume coaches suggest adjusting them to one inch on each side .

Use large, attention-grabbing section headings

Remember that hiring decision-makers start their selection by bulk-skimming the resumes (or using Applicant Tracking Software, but more about that later) and you want yours to be clearly laid out and super skimmable.

To make the section headings stand out, use larger fonts (14-16pt) and bold for your headings . That way, the reader will find the most important bits of information at a glance. Points for you.

How to structure your teacher resume for maximum results

Again, there are two things to keep in mind:

• Use the reverse-chronological order when listing your items.
• Make sure you include all the mandatory (and some teacher-unique) sections.

Now let’s clarify this through some examples.

Use the reverse-chronological resume format when listing items

There are a few different resume formats to choose from, but most resumes today use the reverse-chronological format. (PS It’s a fancy name for something you’ve seen a million times.)

What’s typical of this format is that, in the Work Experience section, you start from your most recent job, and then work backwards from there . The same goes for the Education section, in case you attended multiple schools or have two or more degrees. This resume format is great because, as your career progresses, you’ll logically have your best and most recent accomplishments listed at the top of your resume (alongside another vital section, the Resume Profile ). This will allow you to list your most impressive and recent work experience first. Both human recruiters and ATS systems love having essential information in the top third of the page, so here’s an extra reason to go with this format.

Sections to include in your teacher resume

Your resume needs to include a few standard sections and follow a particular order (this is non-negotiable):

• Header with contact information
• Resume summary or objective (we’ll explain the difference in a bit)
• Work experience

There are some optional (but recommended) additional sections to include:

Certifications

• Professional affiliations
• Publications
• Conference attendance

Let’s break these sections down and see how to make the most of them.

Start with a Header with Contact Information

This is a no-brainer. You want to include relevant contact details so that the HR department can get in touch.

You should include:

• Your first and last name
• Phone number
• Email address
• LinkedIn URL

This is how one candidate did it:

Write a Resume Summary or Resume Objective Statement

This is the part that sits right under your contact information and has a few versions and names. You’ve probably seen it as Resume Profile too. Despite the confusion, it’s fairly simple. You’ll write a resume objective if you’re an entry-level candidate. If not, you’ll go with the resume summary . (Check out our in-depth guide on Resume Profile to learn how that’s different).

Whichever one you pick, there are a few things to keep in mind :

• Resume summaries/objectives are brief, so keep them to 3-5 sentences at most.
• This (alongside your Work Experience section) is the sole most important part of your resume. It sits at the top of the page and grabs all the attention, so consider it your sales pitch – a condensed version of your entire resume where you’re trying to persuade the hiring team to believe in what you have to offer. How do you do that?
• The goal here is to briefly describe who you are as a teacher and what your best skills, abilities and qualifications are. Ideally, you’ll pick out a few unique details or achievements and quantify wherever possible.
• Finally, make sure to focus on what you can bring to the table rather than what you want from the job. In other words, focus on them rather than yourself.

Teacher resume summary example

Here’s what Jonah, an experienced biology teacher, wrote in his resume summary:

Why this works:

Let’s analyze this well-written teacher resume summary. Remember the rules? With four short, condensed sentences, Johan managed to distill his entire career into a short killer paragraph. He conveyed his passion for teaching, knowledge of pedagogical methods and sealed the deal with an award. In the last sentence, he clearly communicates what he’s looking to bring to the High School he’s applying for. 

And here’s what not to do (I’ll give you two bad examples, one worse than the other):

Why this is good, but not great:

At first glance, this looks like a solid summary, but experienced hiring managers won’t be impressed. Here’s what can be improved:

• While “energetic”, “compassionate” and “result-oriented” are all relevant teacher qualities, these are the top 3 adjectives that everyone uses. Just look at a few resume templates if you don’t believe us. You can do better than that. Think what makes you unique instead of using corny adjectives that the recruiters have seen a million times.
• The summary lacks specificity – ”implements effective teaching strategies” ( Which exactly? ), “meet the unique needs of all student learners” ( What needs? ), “maintain a productive learning environment” ( How? ). Instead of empty phrases, this candidate could have shortened the second sentence and added a few numbers to back up their arguments. For starters, they could have added the info on how long they had been teaching.

And here’s another lackluster example:

Why this absolutely sucks: Look twice and you’ll see that this is actually the same example. The previous version was filled with overcomplex, powerful, and (we dare say) pretentious language. And yet, this version is even worse because it describes the candidate in a way so basic that their unique dynamic abilities got lost in translation. 

Remember: aim for clarity, be brief, and quantify wherever possible. If you need more help, check out our in-depth resume summar y guide .

Teacher resume objective examples

Let’s examine this well-written teacher resume objective by Alexandra.

Why this works: Instead of pulling your hair out because you lack work experience or are a recent graduate, think about how you can craft your resume objective to show that you’re driven and that you have transferable skills that will come in handy. In the example above, the candidate mentions key skills for a teacher – strong communication and people skills. Her tutoring experience (similar to volunteer work) also sends good signals to the hiring managers. Finally, the resume objective is short and to the point, with zero fluff.

And here’s a teacher resume objective style to avoid:

Why this is wrong: Yikes! This candidate surely kept their objective short, but made some serious faux pas. If I were looking at this resume, I’d have no idea which courses this person could teach, whether they’re certified or not, and the “motivated” with “great organizational skills” isn’t telling me much either. Remember the golden rule – actionable, quantifiable, with as much relevant info in 3-4 sentences. 

Also, check out our resume objective guide for more ideas. 

Highlight Your Experience in the Work History Section

Now this is the part that will make up the bulk of your resume and that you really want to nail. The summary/objective and work history should go hand in hand – the ideal work history should reinforce any skills and qualifications you claimed to have in your summary.

To put your best foot forward, you’ll want to follow these basic rules:

• List your work history in the reverse-chronological order, so that your most recent work is listed first. 
• The more recent the job, the more details you’ll want to include.
• List your role, dates worked and then describe each position briefly using 3-5 bullet points and keywords listed in the job description.
• A major mistake candidates make here is listing their day-to-day duties and responsibilities instead of focusing on achievements and measurable results. Apply the same rule from the summary section – make your bullets actionable and quantifiable wherever possible.

Here’s how you can improve a mediocre work experience section in a few simple tweaks:

Why this is wrong: Another unimpressive example that many candidates think is actually good. Here are some problems:

• Instead of starting with their position and listing it in bold as the most prominent information, they chose to start with the school name.
• None of the five bullets contains any (measurable) results or accomplishments 
• The candidate merely listed what their day-to-day duties were.
• Some of the descriptions lack substance (e.g. “Develop activities that promote academic achievement”)

Here’s how you can improve it in just a few minutes:

In case you need more information on how to write your work history section , this guide will give you all the answers.

List Your Education and Certifications

This should be fairly simple. When listing education in your teacher resume, there are some basic rules to stick to. Make sure to include:

• Your degree
• Field of study and major
• School name
• Graduation date

And some bonus bits to be aware of:

• You don’t need to include the information about your high school if you have a bachelor’s degree. 
• If you have degrees above the bachelor’s level, list them all and use the reverse-chronological format (start with the most recent one and go backwards).
• In this section, you can include a list of any certifications or licenses, or you can organize your certifications in a separate section. 

Here’s an example you can use as inspiration:

To find more examples and tips on how to organize this section, check out our curated guide on how to list education on your resume .  

Showcase Your Top Skills

Next, let’s tackle the Skills section. This is where you list a few relevant skills and abilities to send extra “I’m the one” signals to the hiring team. Sounds easy, but there are two common pitfalls to avoid:

• Don’t just list any skills. If you already mentioned “classroom management” in your work history or resume, opt for something else in this section. Think about the skills that are relevant to this position.
• Take a closer look at the job ad and the requirements outlined there. Then make sure to use a few key phrases from there to make sure your resume gets picked up by the ATS system.

Take a look at this example job ad and just how many keywords they’ve listed as relevant.

You can list 5-10 skills in total . It’s best to have a mix of hard skills (like classroom software) and soft skills (e.g. your amazing knowledge transfer abilities).

Example skills for teacher resume 

Finally, here’s our ultimate list of teacher resume skills that you can use as guidance.

Soft skills for teachers

• Responsible
• Imaginative
• Team player
• Strong collaboration skills
• Great communicator
• Ability to engage
• Ability to empower
• Problem solving
• Technology integration
• Uses various teaching methods
• Conflict resolution
• Inclusive teaching
• Curriculum knowledge
• Discipline management
• Continuous assessment
• Record-keeping
• Standardized testing

Technical (hard) skills for teachers

• Google Classroom
• Google Drive
• Microsoft SharePoint
• Common Curriculum
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Powerpoint 
• Google Meet
• Google Docs
• Microsoft Word
• Workday Student

Add the Extra Sections to Really Make a Difference

Once you have listed all relevant work experience and a comprehensive overview of your education, you’ll have the option to include additional sections.

Although frequently referred to as “optional,” these teacher resume extra sections can earn you some extra points. Towards the end of your resume, include things like certifications, volunteer experience, conferences, awards, hobbies , and any foreign languages you may speak. 

Remember you’re up against dozens of other candidates with similar skills, backgrounds, education, and work history, so these sections can really help you stand out. 

In your teaching career, there are plenty of certifications you’ll obtain, but here are some that hiring managers love to see in a resume for a teaching position.

• CPR/First Aid
• STEM Teaching and Learning Certificate
• International Baccalaureate 
• Early Childhood Education
• Reciprocity
• Microsoft Certified Education (MCE)
• OSHA Safety Certificate (40 hrs)
• Training in Harassment, Bullying, and Discrimination Prevention and Intervention
• Diversity and Inclusion for Educators
• Special Education
• GATE (Gifted and Talented Education)

There are 3 ways you can present your certifications:

• Include them in your Education section.
• Have them in a separate Certifications and Licenses section towards the end of your resume.
• Include the certification(s) in the resume header, e.g. Miles Holden, Certified Elementary School Teacher .

You don’t have to be a contender for the National Teacher of the Year Award to show off in your resume. And if you think the award you won isn’t worth mentioning, think again – it may be the only differentiating factor between you and another candidate. 

Here are some of the awards you can add to your teacher resume:

• Excellence in Education Award
• NEA Foundation for Teaching Excellence
• Pinnacle Award for Excellence in Education
• State/County/School Teacher of the Year Award

Volunteer Experience

As a teacher, you have the opportunity to make a positive difference in the world and help others. The same goes for volunteering. That’s why any volunteer work you’ve done will only reinforce the other qualities you mentioned in your teacher resume.

If you’ve volunteered as a teacher abroad during your studies or gap year, definitely add it to your resume (especially if you’re an entry-level candidate). That year you spent teaching English in Cambodia? It will signal the recruiters that your intercultural skills are solid, that you have an open mind and are able to connect with others – all highly-prized qualities in a teacher.

Publications and Conferences

Teachers often attend workshops and conferences, and some of them are worth mentioning in your resume, especially if you engaged as a speaker or panelist. If your work has appeared in a journal or if you have an article published in The Language Magazine, then definitely add that too.

When teaching in a diverse setting, foreign languages come in handy. That’s why you should list all the languages you speak, along with the level of proficiency and any certifications you’ve received. 

Customize Your Teacher Resume to the Job Description

No job ad is the same, so don’t expect to have a single, generic resume version that you’ll just blast-send to recruiters. This is where going the extra mile really pays off. 

If you’d like your teacher resume to hit all the right notes, you’ll have to tailor it so that it reflects the requirements from the job description. 

This literally means reading through the job ad, underlining keywords and phrases, and then using those keywords in your resume. It also means customizing your resume summary to include the name of the school you’re applying to. 

If this sounds like too much work, there are tools that can help. For example, use the Resume Builder to create an ATS-friendly resume in under 30 minutes. Once you’re done, AI goes through your resume and looks for room for improvement. Neat.

You should also check out the 8 video lessons covering the best practices of resume writing, section by section, with top career coach, Pamela Skillings .

It gives more detail about what we discussed in this article + gives you a step-by-step process you can follow.

And then, when you land the interview, you can prep to ace the big day.

You can check out the tool here or get in touch with us on LinkedIn for more info. 

Before You Go

In summary, here are some key things to remember when writing your teacher resume:

• Format your resume so that it’s scannable and clearly laid-out. If you need to pack a lot of information and keep everything on a single page, a two-column layout may work better.
• If you have little hands-on teaching experience, start your resume with an objective statement. For experienced teachers, a resume summary is a better choice.
• Use the reverse chronological order when listing your work experience and focus on the deliverables and accomplishments rather than describing your day-to-day duties.
• Don’t wing your additional sections. Your awards, certifications, conferences, YouTube or TikTok all matter and may prove to be the deciding factors if you’re up against another strong candidate.
• For best results, tailor your resume to each teaching position you’re applying for. 

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A Teacher is a professional who teaches students based on national curriculum guidelines within their specialist subject areas. Their duties include assigning homework, grading tests, documenting progress and keeping up with parent communication. They communicate and evaluate needs to ensure every student feels challenged but not overwhelmed by the material being covered.

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• Providing individualized instruction to each student by promoting interactive learning
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We are looking for a committed Teacher to complement our qualified workforce of educators. You will be responsible for preparing and implementing a full educational teaching plan according to the school’s requirements. It will be fundamental to provide knowledge and instruction to students while also helping them develop their personalities and skills.

The ideal candidate will be passionate for the job with an ability to reach out to students and create a relationship of mutual trust. They will know how to organize a class and make learning an easy and meaningful process.

The goal is to help cultivate the students’ interest in education and be their dedicated ally in the entire process of learning and development.

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• Present lessons in a comprehensive manner and use visual/audio means to facilitate learning
• Provide individualized instruction to each student by promoting interactive learning
• Create and distribute educational content (notes, summaries, assignments etc.)
• Assess and record students’ progress and provide grades and feedback
• Maintain a tidy and orderly classroom
• Collaborate with other teachers, parents and stakeholders and participate in regular meetings
• Plan and execute educational in-class and outdoor activities and events
• Observe and understand students’ behavior and psyche and report suspicions of neglect, abuse etc.
• Develop and enrich professional skills and knowledge by attending seminars, conferences etc.

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• Proven experience as a teacher
• Thorough knowledge of teaching best practices and legal educational guidelines partnered with a willingness to follow the school’s policies and procedures
• Excellent communicability and interpersonal skills
• Well-organized and committed
• Creative and energetic
• Strong moral values and discipline
• Knowledge of CPR
• Degree in teaching or in a specialized subject with a certificate in education;

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7 Rules for Writing an A+ Teaching Resume (Plus an Example!)

Many of us remember our favorite teacher. Mine was Mrs. Poole, who introduced me to poetry, encouraged me to keep writing short stories, and indulged my fascination with the Gold Rush. She even let me play Oregon Trail at lunchtime. (Yes, I was that kid.)

But students never give much thought to how teachers get a job. In fact, when I was in kindergarten, I thought Ms. Murphy lived in her classroom! Thankfully, I was wrong. Obviously, teachers don’t literally live in their classrooms, but when you’re knee-deep in lesson planning, parent conferences, and test grading, it’s hard to imagine having the time to look for a job, let alone write a competitive, compelling teaching resume that captures the full breadth of your abilities.

“Some teaching job openings will receive hundreds of applications depending on the school district. Your resume must wow the reader within five to eight seconds of them glancing over it,” says Daryn Edelman , a middle school teacher turned Certified Professional Resume Writer. That’s a lot of pressure for a busy teacher. How do you go about writing a resume that’ll capture a superintendent, principal, or HR specialist’s (depending on the district) attention in a matter of seconds? Luckily, it’s not quite as daunting as it sounds. You simply need to follow a few golden rules.

1. Highlight Your Relevant Education and Certifications

It won’t surprise you to hear that your degrees, credentials, and certifications will play an important role in landing your next teaching job. “The first thing I look for when I’m reviewing a teacher’s resume is their education and licensing,” says Dan Swartz, Managing Director of Resolve Talent Consulting , an agency that specializes in talent management for school districts and educational programs. “I’m of course very interested in teaching experience too, but if I can’t tell whether an applicant is properly licensed, determining whether they’re qualified will be a challenge.”

And these licensing requirements will vary from state to state. “A bachelor’s degree is the minimum requirement in most districts and states for obtaining a teaching license,” Edelman says. “Depending upon the job, you may need to show specific credits in the subject matter you want to teach. Many states require completion of either additional certification credits for special education and/or a master's degree in either teaching or special education.”

So you’ll first want to confirm what the educational requirements for your district, city, and state are—you’ll likely find these listed in the job description, but if not, a quick Google search should do the trick. If you meet the minimum requirements, be sure to include all the relevant details on your resume. “If you’re new to teaching, include your licensing details at the top of your resume,” Swartz recommends. “Otherwise, it can go toward the bottom below your classroom experience.”

2. Write for the Job You Want

While it can be tempting to go into great detail about all of your experience and accomplishments, it’s important to remember that your resume is meant to convey the ways in which you’re qualified for the specific job you’ve applied to. As Edelman puts it, your resume should communicate “why you are the ideal candidate for this job.” That’s why tailoring the content to reflect each job description is so essential.

Hiring managers use your resume to determine whether your experience will be a match for their current needs. “You can generally tell the priorities of a superintendent by the order and emphasis of the posted job requirements,” Edelman says. “Is the first requirement three years teaching at the high school level or a STEM degree from an accredited university? This will be one of the first things they will look for on a resume.” So make sure these important qualifications are on your resume and easy to find.

Teachers are busy, so I know that tailoring your resume for every single job posting might seem overwhelming. But I promise it won’t be as hard as it sounds. The key is to use the job description as your guide.

“If the job requires knowledge of a certain method like ‘Montessori,’ the resume should clearly show experience with this method,” Edelman says. In other words, if a skill, methodology, or job duty is mentioned in the job description, it belongs on your resume (so long as you actually have experience with that particular skill, methodology, or job duty).

Remember that cutting unnecessary skills or experiences can be just as important as including relevant ones. Swartz notes that every principal has their own preferences when it comes to curriculum and teaching styles, so if your resume highlights your extensive experience in Singapore math but the school you’ve applied to uses Eureka math, “you may not look like a very strong match on paper.” Be sure to pay attention to what is and what isn’t listed in the job description as you draft your resume.

3. Remember the Applicant Tracking System

“You should assume your resume will go through an Applicant Tracking System [ATS] where certain keywords are identified,” warns Edelman. ATS programs scan your resume for specific job-related terms, like “lesson planning” or “learner-focused” to determine whether your work history is a match for the job you’ve applied to. If your resume doesn’t include enough relevant keywords, the ATS might automatically reject your application before a human ever sees it—even if you actually have the right experience.

So how do you beat the ATS? Edelman suggests using the job posting to identify the right keywords. Note the requirements and make sure the important words in each one appear on your resume.

Need some commonly used keyword inspiration? Edelman and Swartz shared some examples:

• Academic Goals
• Blended Learning
• Character Education
• Classroom Management
• Child Development
• Collaborative Environments
• Data Analysis
• Data-Driven Instruction
• Instruction
• Extracurricular Direction
• Inclusive Classroom
• Instructional Strategies
• Interactive Classroom
• MAP Testing
• Mystery Math
• Parent/Administrator Collaboration
• Personalized Learning
• Research-Based Practices
• Social-Emotional Learning
• Student-Guided Learning
• Technology Integration
• Whole Child

4. Feature Your Gold Star–Worthy Achievements

In addition to showcasing your relevant responsibilities from past jobs, it’s also important to highlight your accomplishments . This can serve to paint a fuller picture of who you are as an educator while helping recruiters and hiring managers better understand what you’d bring to their classroom. “Your resume should show so much more than how many years you’ve been teaching or which methods you’re familiar with,” Swartz says. “It should also show what you’ve done in your years as an educator, who you are as a teacher, and what you’re capable of.”

Edelman recommends including things like the creation or publication of curricula, innovative use of multimedia in the classroom, a track record of improved standardized state or federal test scores (like the ARMT, STAR, NYSTP, STEP, CAASPP, or WKCE tests), experience with special needs students, or collaboration on the design, monitoring, and fulfillment of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

Another great way to bring your resume to life? Data. “Data is an especially effective and underutilized way to demonstrate your abilities,” says Swartz.” For example, did 75% of your students pass an end-of-grade test? Or did you achieve high growth with 100% of your students?”

Creating a dedicated subsection to feature your accomplishments is a great way to make them easy to spot. Check out the sample resume below to see this in action.

5. Call Out Technical Proficiencies

While relevant technical skills will vary from one school to the next, “generally, teachers should show knowledge and experience in the use of tablets and laptops, G-Suite [Gmail, Docs, Drive, Calendar, and Classroom], education-focused social media platforms, gamification software [3DGameLab, Classcraft, etc.], and programs or hardware for accessibility of students with disabilities,” Edelman says. So don’t forget to detail your tech skills as hiring managers will be scanning your resume to quickly determine whether you have the proficiencies they’re looking for.

“With technology being so prevalent in the classroom, appearing to be out of touch with tech can be a red flag for hiring managers,” Swartz says. “Things like writing your resume on an older word processing system (like Notepad) instead of Word or Pages or neglecting to mention your familiarity with basics like Microsoft Word or Google Drive can make you seem less tech savvy than you actually are.” In other words, don’t neglect this section of your resume.

6 Don’t Shy Away from the Things That Make You Unique

Whether you’re in the midst of career transition, volunteer at an interesting nonprofit organization, or have a less traditional educational background, there’s no need to shy away from shining a spotlight on the things that make you unique. “Say you used to be a chemist and now you want to teach chemistry. That means you have great content knowledge,” says Swartz.

So there’s no need to exclude potentially relevant or interesting past experiences from your resume—even if they aren’t directly related to teaching. The same goes for compelling teaching or licensing experiences, like completing an urban education program or landing a teaching fellowship. “These are fairly selective programs, so most principals will be excited about that type of experience,” Swartz adds.

And while it’s generally not advisable to include religious (or political) affiliations on a resume, there are certain exceptions. For example, “If you are applying for work at a Catholic school, your church membership, volunteer church activities, etc. would actually be important to showcase,” Edelman says.

7. Remember the Basic Rules of Resume Writing

As you’re crafting your resume, you’ll want to keep a few basics in mind.

Stick to a Single Page

Most recruiters prefer one-page resumes as they’re generally easier to scan and include only the most relevant information. Tailoring your resume for each job and limiting the content to include only your most recent work history should help you to keep the length down.

Edelman recommends featuring only your most recent experience and cutting older work history. “A resume should detail your most current 10-15 years. It’s understood that your resume is a brief overview of your current career; it is not a biography.” You don’t need to include a list of references or a line about them being available upon request, either. “We know we can ask for them later,” Swartz says.

Note that when you’re first starting out, student teaching should be listed as professional experience. But after a few years, you should consider condensing this experience or leaving it off altogether—especially if you’re worried about getting your resume down to a single page.

Consider a Summary

Summaries can be a great way to share additional details about your personality and teaching philosophy, lend context to a career shift (like moving from teaching first grade to high school English) or to tie together seemingly less related experiences (like training employees or writing textbooks) together. Take a look at the sample resume to see this in action!

Craft Compelling Bullet Points

Bullet points are the most effective way to clearly and concisely detail your work experience. But just because they’re brief doesn’t mean they need to be boring! Punch up simple bullet points by including compelling verbs and key details. So something simple like, “wrote lesson plans” becomes “designed comprehensive, student-driven American history lesson plans, spanning the Revolutionary and Civil Wars.”

You can use this simple formula to write your own:

• Compelling Verb + Job Duty + Relevant Detail, Metric, or Outcome

Make Your Resume Easy to Scan With Clear Subject Headings

“The resume must make an impression within seven seconds,” explains Edelman. “Whether the [resume] reader is a superintendent, recruiter, or employer, they will first look at titles and previous employers, then move quickly down to qualifications including degree and licensing.” So you’ll want to make sure that these key pieces of information are easy to spot.

Organizing your resume into categories (e.g. education, work experience, technical skills) and creating easy-to-spot standout section headings will make your resume easy to scan while allowing your most relevant experience to shine.

Choose the Right Layout

Most hiring managers favor traditional chronological resumes for their straightforward layout, easy-to-follow work history (typically displayed in reverse chronological order, starting with your current or most recent job), and clearly defined sections.

If you’re returning to the workforce or making a career change, you might want to consider a combination or functional resume layout. While not as universally favored by hiring managers, these alternative formats give you more flexibility to organize seemingly disparate or choppy work experience into a more cohesive picture.

Not sure which way to go? You’ll find a great guide for choosing the layout that’s right for you here .

Smooth Out a Choppy Work History

“After verifying that a candidate has the required experience and certifications, the superintendent will generally move on to note any red flags such as large gaps in employment or multiple jobs within a short time (job-hopping),” Edelman says. And while you can’t change your career history, you may be able to add context using a summary or a cover letter .

“If you’re bouncing from one job to another, you need to give a reason,” says Swartz. “Getting promoted is a great reason for changing jobs, while taking a leave to care for a new child or a sick family member is a perfectly acceptable reason for having gaps in employment . If you took an extended maternity leave, there’s no need to hide it. Just mention it in your summary.”

Get Out Your Red Pen!

Be sure to proofread every version of your resume before you apply for a new job. Want a little extra credit? Ask a friend or trusted colleague to give your resume a read, too.

8. Learn by Example

Now that you’re well versed in the elements of an exceptional teacher resume, it’s time to look at an example! As you read, remember that your resume will probably look a little different, depending on your areas of expertise, teaching experience, and future goals. But every resume should be easy to scan; include details about relevant education, work history, and technical proficiency; feature compelling bullet points; and paint a clear picture of the candidate’s overall qualifications. Some might also include a brief summary and key achievements subsections (as this example does) while others may not.

Download an example teacher resume.

“Understand that your resume is a marketing document, with you being the product,” says Edelman. “Everything must be true, but strengths should be showcased and any weaknesses or red flags should be minimized. It is not your entire biography, just a bite-size overview of your career.”

If you follow these guidelines, you’ll be well on your way to creating a tailored resume that showcases your greatest qualifications and accomplishments and, in turn, helps you land your next job.

Job Description: Duties and Responsibilities of a Teacher

The job of a teacher is challenging, versatile and extremely rewarding . Teachers are needed to support learners at all stages of life — from young children and college students to the highest level of education. They’re experts in the specialist subjects they teach, or work across the board, teaching a whole range of skills and topics.

If you’re interested in advertising a teaching position, let us help you with an example job description (including typical requirements, and job duties and responsibilities), which you can use to create your own version.

Job overview

The first part of your job description should focus on introducing who you are (or, if you’re a recruiter , who the employer is) and providing an overview of who you’re looking for and how they will contribute to the organization’s long-term goals:

You will have responsibility for assessing students, evaluating progress, marking work, and developing learning plans in the context of a safe learning environment, adhering to teaching standards and legal requirements.

Duties and responsibilities

The next part of your job description will focus on exactly what the role entails, like so:

Requirements

While qualifications and subject experience may differ according to the job role, the fundamental qualities and skills of a teacher are universal — no matter who, or what, they teach.

Teacher Job Description Example

What Does a Teacher Do?

If your aim is to learn more about the teacher job description to be able to create a good resume for the role, or to design a work description for hiring and assigning tasks to your newly hired teachers, then this post shall help you to achieve it.

The primary responsibility of the teacher is to maintain orderliness in the classroom, as well as ensure that discipline is maintained among the students.

The teacher develops lesson plans and delivers lesson instructions to the students.

It is equally the duty of the teacher to prepare and conduct tests, quizzes, and examinations to the students.

He/she is also expected to mark the tests, quizzes, and examinations as well as record the scores in a sheet.

It is equally the duty of the teacher to prepare result based on students’ performance, as well as enter the results into the relevant sheets to be distributed to students.

The role of the teacher also includes monitoring and assessing the behavior of students.

He/she is responsible for teaching students some social skills and socially acceptable behaviors.

The teacher is expected to provide parents and guardians with useful information about the behavior and academic performance of their wards.

His/her work description also entails identifying the speed at which different students learn and adopting suitable teaching techniques that will allow students with special needs to learn as well.

It is also the duty of the teacher to inform parents and guardians of important meetings and events.

His/her functions also involve organizing and coordinating students during social activities and field trips.

The teacher is expected to administer first aid to injured students in case of any emergency.

It is equally his/her responsibility to ensure that the classroom environment is neat during and after teaching periods.

Also, a teacher ought to attend seminars and teaching courses periodically to enable him/her learn new techniques to improve on his/her job performance.

To work as a teacher, you must have strong passion and ability to impart knowledge. In addition to the passion, you must be a good communicator to be able to pass relevant information across to students.

Again, you must acquire relevant academic qualifications which are dependent on your area of specialization.

For a primary school teacher, a degree or equivalent qualification in early childhood education may be necessary.

Teacher Job Description Example/Template

If you are an employer seeking to attract qualified teachers for employment, then, you need to prepare a good teacher job description for your advertisement.

The job description example below shows a set of responsibilities and tasks that will guide you in preparing teacher work description that will attract the right candidates:

• Maintain orderliness in the classroom during lesson
• Ensure that discipline is maintained among the students
• Develop lesson plans and deliver lesson instructions to the students
• Prepare and conduct tests, quizzes, and examinations
• Mark tests, quizzes and examinations, and record in score sheets
• Prepare result sheets based on students’ performance
• Monitor and assess the behavior of students
• Provide parents and guardians with useful information about the behavior of their wards
• Inform parents and guardians about the academic performance of their wards
• Teach students how to behave in public
• Assist students with special learning needs
• Attend important teachers meetings and inform parents of such meetings
• Organize and coordinate students during social activities and field trips.

Teacher Resume Preparation

If your aim is to secure employment as a teacher and you need to create a resume for the role, then feel free to utilize the information in the sample job description above in creating the work experience section of your resume.

This will make your resume more effective and convincing to employers.

Requirements – Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge – For Teacher Job

Here are the major requirements, consisting of skills, knowledge, and abilities that most employers usually advertised for applicants for the teaching job to meet before they are called for an interview:

• Education: A teacher must be educated to a minimum of bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline(s). The subject to be taught by a teacher will depend on the candidate’s area of specialization. However, for elementary school teachers, degree in early childhood education may be necessary
• Passion: To be a teacher, you must have passion and ability to impart knowledge. You must be able to motivate students to learn, and be patient to see them through
• Communication: To be able to pass information across to students, exceptional communication skill is necessary. A teacher must be able to explain complex topics in an easy to understand manner. He/she should be a good listener and willing to answer all questions asked by students
• Classroom Management: He/she must be able to coordinate students’ activities during lessons by ensuring an orderly and clean environment.

Teacher Skills for Resume

The employers’ requirements above will help you in creating a strong core competence section for your teacher resume as it contains relevant skills expected of teachers by most employers.

So, feel free to utilize the information therein in creating your resume for teacher job position.

Teachers perform various duties and responsibility in their quest to impart knowledge to their students and build them up to generally succeed in life.

To be effective as a teacher, and also to successfully recruit the best individuals into this position, the job description information and template shared in this post will be useful to you.

Did you find something new to learn about the duties and responsibilities of a teacher in this post? If you do, or will like to share your experience working as a teacher, please do so in the box below .

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School resumes, but how can we keep teachers at their job?

By Emily McGinnis

Salary increase would help, but many educators are facing burnout.

There's never been a more stressful time to be a teacher. I say that as someone who worked in K-12 schools for more than 20 years, first as a teacher and then as a principal.

Educators enter the profession out of a passion for teaching and helping kids. But today, they're leaving in droves. Between 2020 and 2022, about 300,000 public school teachers and staff quit, and some 55,000 teaching positions across the country remain unfilled. K-12 teachers have the highest burnout rate of any profession, according to a Gallup poll, and a recent McKinsey report found that nearly a third are considering leaving the profession.

For the sake of the next generation, school districts and local governments need to figure out how to keep teachers in classrooms. Improved salaries would help — teachers are underpaid relative to professionals who have similar educations and work as many hours. But even that wouldn't entirely solve the problem. We need to turn schools back into places where teachers want to be. Many of these institutions are no longer havens for learning.

Pressure on teachers has mounted over the last few years as society has made them scapegoats in myriad cultural and political battles. They've taken the heat for district-level decisions on school closures. They've been asked to police mask-wearing, report on students' gender identities, and alter curricula to fit conflicting political agendas. They face unprecedented and unwarranted criticism from both parents and governmental officials.

And those are just the voices from outside school walls. Stressors are also increasing inside.

For instance, schools are growing more violent. Since the pandemic, 38% of K-12 schools have seen an increase in physical violence between students, 45% have seen an increase in threats of violence, and 37% report an increase in bullying.

If we care about children, then we have to nurture their teachers. Too many have lost the joy of educating and inspiring students. By respecting their time and improving their workplaces, we can help bring that joy back.

Teachers are also dealing with chronic absenteeism, which changes how they work. Last year, more than a quarter of K-12 students missed more than 10% of school days, according to a study by The American Enterprise Institute. That's twice as many as just three years prior. Teachers have to adjust lesson plans for those who are missing out and sometimes downgrade goals for the whole class.

Meanwhile, the teacher shortage, along with all-too-common staff and program cuts, force those who remain to take on more responsibilities — things like ushering morning drop-off, monitoring lunch and recess, or supervising afterschool programs. Yet most teachers can't afford to spend more time on the job at the same pay. Already, more than 80% of teachers have worked a second job to help make ends meet, according to nonprofit The Teacher Salary Project.

Burnout is a downward spiral. It drives teachers away, which in turn increases the workload — and burnout — of those who stay.

Of course, the elephant in the classroom is money. Local and state governments must allocate more funding to their public schools. But instead, states like Connecticut, Hawaii, and Utah are slashing education budgets. Tennessee, South Carolina, and Oklahoma are considering rejecting billions in federal education funding. And nearly $200 billion in Covid-era emergency federal aid is set to expire soon.

In Texas, lawmakers failed to approve teacher pay increases despite a $38.7 billion surplus.

It's clear that we need to increase school funding to retain and attract more teachers. But how we go about using funds is just as important. Schools should prioritize hiring assistant teachers and tutoring services. They can also fund teachers' trips to conventions that encourage their passions, while hiring the substitute teachers that make such trips possible.

Even schools dealing with budget cuts can make concrete changes to support their teachers. For instance, administrators can show teachers they value their expertise by standing behind their decisions when dealing with quarrelsome parents.

It also makes a big difference to respect their time. When I was a teacher, I'd often be up by 5 a.m., at school by 6:30 a.m., and home at 6 p.m., all while juggling family responsibilities — and preparing the next day's lesson on my own time.

It doesn't cost any money to cancel a meeting that could be an email or have administrative staff take turns covering morning drop-off or lunch supervision duties. As a principal, I provided teachers with prepared meals donated by local restaurants, freeing up time after work so they could enjoy dinner at home with their families. Administrators should think creatively about providing other perks that save teachers time, like dog-walking or laundry services.

Emily McGinnis is the K-12 education market manager at KI, a global furniture manufacturer in Green Bay, Wis. She previously spent 21 years as a teacher and principal in the Charlotte, N.C. area and holds masters degrees in teaching and school administration from Wingate University.

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JD Vance's Marine Corps Service Would Set Him Apart from Most Vice Presidents

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump on Monday selected Ohio Sen. JD Vance -- a Marine veteran, author and once-critic of the former president -- as his running mate for the 2024 election.

Vance, 39, is the first post-9/11 veteran to find a spot on a major party ticket and, if elected, would likely be the first Marine veteran to serve as the second-in-command, a Military.com analysis of vice presidential biographies found. He is the first veteran on a major party ticket since John McCain in 2008.

Of the 49 vice presidents in U.S. history , less than half had some sort of military experience. Examples included service in militias, the National Guard , the U.S. Navy and Army . Military.com could not find any evidence that any vice president served in the Marine Corps .

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In a statement Monday, the CEO of the Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, Allison Jaslow, supported the former president's decision in selecting Vance.

"The post-9/11 generation of veterans is ascendant in America today," Jaslow said. "We applaud former President Trump for choosing a post-9/11 veteran to join him in his candidacy to be commander in chief again, and notably, someone who served in the enlisted ranks and is representative of the average veteran."

The ascension by veterans of recent conflicts is part of a larger historical trend when it comes to the top offices of the country, Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky, the executive director of the George Washington Presidential Library, told Military.com on Tuesday.

"With the presidency, we often talk about how, after each major conflict, there's often a generation of presidents or presidential candidates that have served in that conflict," she said. She cited examples such as Dwight D. Eisenhower, the 34th president and commander of allied forces during World War II.

According to Military.com's analysis and Chervinsky, this proved mostly true for the vice presidency, in which nearly two dozen officials elected to that office had some sort of military experience, spread over many American conflicts. Examples range from Richard Nixon's Navy service during World War II to Aaron Burr's service in the Continental Army at the outbreak of the American Revolution.

"I saw that with the vice presidents with World War II, the War of 1812 and the Vietnam War, but interestingly, not as much with the Civil War, which I thought was an interesting sort of aberration," Chervinsky said.

Vance, having served in Iraq, would represent another notch in that historical trend, joined by other Global War on Terror veterans elected to public office such as Reps. Dan Crenshaw, R-Texas, and Jason Crow, D-Colo.

Chervinsky said that her confidence was "pretty high" that Vance would indeed be the first Marine VP if elected. Definitively answering that question is difficult, however. Vice presidents don't often rise to household names when viewed in the lens of history, and in many cases their military service is not remembered as publicly as others.

Saint Louis University professor Joel K. Goldstein, one of the foremost scholars of the vice presidency, told Military.com he could not confirm whether Vance would be the first Marine if elected to the position, partly because the topic is so niche and partly because he had never researched it.

Both Chervinsky and Goldstein said that military experience has long been a boon for political candidates, in part because it demonstrates public service and certain skills expected of service, and represents a small but significant portion of the U.S. population. In some cases, it can draw increased scrutiny into candidates' backgrounds.

Historically, vice presidents are not chosen based on "their capacity to be a good leader, but rather because they offer some other type of characteristic," Chervinsky said. "For a long time, it was some sort of geographic balance to the president ... or a way to bring in an important state or an important constituency to try and boost the ticket's electoral prospects."

In an opinion column for The Washington Post, conservative commentator Hugh Hewitt argued that Trump's pick of Vance was an appeal to veterans. A Military Times poll during the 2020 presidential race showed that older veterans supported Trump, while younger veterans backed President Joe Biden.

Trump didn't serve in the military and avoided the Vietnam War with deferments, according to The Associated Press, as did Biden . "So in a sense, Vance's service is a balance against President Trump's record," Goldstein said.

Vance enlisted in the Corps as a combat correspondent, or 4341 military occupational specialty, according to his service record, which was provided to Military.com by the service on Monday. He served for four years, from 2003 to 2007.

During that time, he deployed to Iraq for six months. The last enlisted vice president was Al Gore, who similarly deployed to Vietnam for six months as an Army correspondent. Vance earned the Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, and some conventional honors awarded during the Global War on Terror.

In his 2016 book "Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis," which recounted his childhood in working-class Ohio, Vance said that his "final two years in the Marines flew by and were largely uneventful," though he recalled two instances during his service that changed him.

One was meeting with local Iraqis during his deployment , which he said helped change his perspective on gratitude. The other was more of a "constant," he wrote -- about the mindset he learned while in the Corps where he reflected on climbing obstacles, buying cars as a young enlisted Marine without locking in to a 21% loan interest rate, and his role as a combat correspondent.

"The Marine Corps demanded that I think strategically about these decisions, and then it taught me how to do so," he wrote. "When I joined the Marine Corps, I did so in part because I wasn't ready for adulthood. I didn't know how to balance a checkbook, much less how to complete the financial aid forms for college. Now I knew exactly what I wanted out of my life and how to get there."

Vance went on to attend Ohio State University and Yale Law School before working as a venture capitalist. His book "Hillbilly Elegy" was a national bestseller, though some Appalachians criticized it as stereotyping. At that time, Vance considered himself a "Never-Trump," referring to the former president as "reprehensible," " cultural heroin " and privately questioning whether he was "America's Hitler."

Vance, now considered a populist conservative, was elected into the Senate to represent Ohio in 2022 with no prior political experience and has since become one of Trump's closest allies. Trump selected Vance as his running mate just two days after a 20-year-old from Pennsylvania fired multiple shots at the former president on Saturday, shaking the country with a targeted act of political violence.

Since his election to the Senate, Vance has opposed foreign aid to Ukraine as it continues fighting against Russia's invasion, which began the same year he was elected into office. In April, he used the Iraq War as a historical example against intervention.

"I believed the propaganda of the George W. Bush administration that we needed to invade Iraq, that it was a war for freedom and democracy, that those who were appeasing Saddam Hussein were inviting a broader regional conflict," he said on the Senate floor. "I served my country honorably, and I saw when I went to Iraq that I had been lied to, that the promises of the foreign policy establishment of this country were a complete joke."

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School resumes, but how can we keep teachers at their job?

Salary increase would help, but many educators are facing burnout..

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There’s never been a more stressful time to be a teacher. I say that as someone who worked in K-12 schools for more than 20 years, first as a teacher and then as a principal.

Educators enter the profession out of a passion for teaching and helping kids. But today, they’re leaving in droves. Between 2020 and 2022, about 300,000 public school teachers and staff quit, and some 55,000 teaching positions across the country remain unfilled. According to a Gallup poll, K-12 teachers have the highest burnout rate of any profession, and a recent McKinsey report found that nearly a third are considering leaving the profession.

For the sake of the next generation, school districts and local governments need to figure out how to keep teachers in classrooms. Improved salaries would help — teachers are underpaid relative to professionals who have similar educations and work as many hours. But even that wouldn’t entirely solve the problem. We need to turn schools back into places where teachers want to be. Many of these institutions are no longer havens for learning.

Pressure on teachers has mounted over the last few years as society has made them scapegoats in myriad cultural and political battles. They’ve taken the heat for district-level decisions on school closures. They’ve been asked to police mask-wearing, report on students’ gender identities, and alter curricula to fit conflicting political agendas. They face unprecedented and unwarranted criticism from both parents and governmental officials.

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And those are just the voices from outside school walls. Stressors are also increasing inside.

For instance, schools are growing more violent , as a study from the Institute of Education sciences shows. Since the pandemic, 38% of K-12 schools have seen an increase in physical violence between students, 45% have seen an increase in threats of violence, and 37% report an increase in bullying.

Teachers are also dealing with chronic absenteeism, which changes how they work. Last year, more than a quarter of K-12 students missed more than 10% of school days, according to a study by the American Enterprise Institute. That’s twice as many as just three years prior. Teachers have to adjust lesson plans for those who are missing out and sometimes downgrade goals for the whole class.

Meanwhile, the teacher shortage, along with all-too-common staff and program cuts, force those who remain to take on more responsibilities — things like ushering morning drop-off, monitoring lunch and recess, or supervising afterschool programs. Yet most teachers can’t afford to spend more time on the job at the same pay. Already, more than 80% of teachers have worked a second job to help make ends meet, according to nonprofit the Teacher Salary Project.

Burnout is a downward spiral. It drives teachers away, which in turn increases the workload — and burnout — of those who stay.

Of course, the elephant in the classroom is money. Local and state governments must allocate more funding to their public schools. But instead, states like Connecticut, Hawaii and Utah are slashing education budgets. Tennessee, South Carolina and Oklahoma are considering rejecting billions in federal education funding. And nearly $200 billion in COVID-era emergency federal aid is set to expire soon.

In Texas, lawmakers failed to approve teacher pay increases despite a $38.7 billion surplus.

It’s clear that we need to increase school funding to retain and attract more teachers. But how we go about using funds is just as important. Schools should prioritize hiring assistant teachers and tutoring services. They can also fund teachers’ trips to conventions that encourage their passions, while hiring the substitute teachers that make such trips possible.

Even schools dealing with budget cuts can make concrete changes to support their teachers. For instance, administrators can show teachers they value their expertise by standing behind their decisions when dealing with quarrelsome parents.

It also makes a big difference to respect their time. When I was a teacher, I’d often be up by 5 a.m., at school by 6:30 a.m., and home at 6 p.m., all while juggling family responsibilities — and preparing the next day’s lesson on my own time.

It doesn’t cost any money to cancel a meeting that could be an email or have administrative staff take turns covering morning drop-off or lunch supervision duties. As a principal, I provided teachers with prepared meals donated by local restaurants, freeing up time after work so they could enjoy dinner at home with their families. Administrators should think creatively about providing other perks that save teachers time, like dog-walking or laundry services.

If we care about children, then we have to nurture their teachers. Too many have lost the joy of educating and inspiring students. By respecting their time and improving their workplaces, we can help bring that joy back.

Emily McGinnis worked 21 years as a teacher and principal in the Charlotte, N.C., area and holds master’s degrees in teaching and school administration from Wingate University.

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Instructional Assistant - Fremont Elementary School at Merced City Elementary

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