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The nuts and bolts of resumes and cover letters
Devin P. Richards Program CoordinatorCal Teach - UC Berkeley
UTeach Conference, May 25th
Write down:
(A) one thing you know about resumes & cover letters
(B) one question you have about resumes & cover letters
Session Outline
precision & accuracy (job descriptions)
the good, bad, and ugly (resumes)
love letters (cover letters)
ideation
share out & questions
What is purpose of resume & cover letter?
How do they relate to interviews?
What is purpose of resume & cover letter?
Apply
Interview
Offer
The Basics
i. job description
ii. resume
iii. cover letter
Precision & Accuracy — Identifying Job Criteria Fit
give specific examples and evidence
think of evidence you can quantify
try and vary examples
draw on your most recent experiences and achievements (paid/non-paid/volunteer…)
structure responses using the STAR technique
Identifying Job Criteria Fit
Your examples let’s think about our evidence
turn to someone next to you and spend 3 minutes
1. The Rule of ThirdsOski Bear
[email protected] 123 University Dr. Berkeley, CA 94620
(510) 643-3813 Education University of California, Berkeley Intended major: Integrative Biology GPA: 3.8
Holy Names High School, Oakland CA High School Diploma with honors: 2015 Weighted GPA: 4.4
Relevant Coursework Chemistry with lab, “Drugs and the Brain,” “Sense, Sensibility and Science,” Math 1A (Calculus) and Math 1B
Experience Cal Habitat for Humanity (September 2015 - present)
• Volunteers weekly cleaning up community areas to improve living conditions of the underprivileged
• Collaborate with team to accomplish tasks Captain of Track and Cross Country Teams (2013-2015)
• Led daily workouts, organized events and mentored team members Samsung Mobile App Academy (2014)
• Selected as one of 30 high school students in California to attend the forum • Expanded knowledge about computer science • Developed skills in mobile app design, production, and marketing
Social Justice Club Founder (2013-2014) • Educated and the student body about social justice issues such as human trafficking, water
availability, and poverty • Organized speakers, hosted fundraisers and led projects such as the installation of a water
filtration system on campus to reduce plastic water bottle waste
YMCA “Powerful Gifts” Volunteer Program (2013) • Cleared trails for three-weeks in the Glacier Peak Wilderness of Washington state
Skills Software: Proficient in Excel, Google Docs, Word, Pages, PowerPoint, Keynote
Additional: Organization and leadership skills
Language: Conversational French • Immersion program with family in Blois, France (2013)
Education
Relevant Experience
Unique Skills
2. Formatting
Poor Formatting
“Heavy”
Not easy to scan
And we haven’t even started reading
Bullets & Indenting
and it has a second page…
what you can’t say in one…
EDUCATION
Brown University — Masters in Teaching, Certification in Secondary Education Rutgers University, New Brunswick — Bachelors of Arts cum laude English, minor: Physics
California Single Subject Credential: English & Mathematics Rhode Island Teaching Credential: English & English Language Learning (ELL)
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Founding Math Teacher, Dream Tech High School; California (2014 - present) • Built inquiry-based curriculum for Geometry and Algebra II leading up to projects such as
parabolic satellite dishes and business models using linear programming. • Integrated blended-learning with online assessment and learning management systems.• Taught and developed a Design Thinking Class based on the Stanford d.school process of
empathy building, brainstorming, prototyping, and iteration.• Continuously experimenting with lesson configurations that involve collaboration, small-
group instruction and personalized learning.• 73% of my students have accelerated in their growth data from the MAPS Mathematics
2015-2016 Assessment.
Math and Reading Instructor, CollegeSpring SAT Prep; Hayward, California (Summer, 2014) • Taught with CollegeSpring’s specialized SAT prep curriculum for Math and Reading.• Collaborated with students and mentors on enrichment, class activities, and incentives to
help students stay motivated over the summer--like field trips and ice cream parties.
Intervention Math Instructor, AmeriCorps; Oregon (2013-2014) • Led small group intervention; Physics, Algebra, Geometry, Calculus and Statistics.• Managed Extended Day programs—before and after school homework help and
computer literacy classes.• Recruited and trained volunteers to help with tutoring and community outreach.
Summer Program Teacher, Breakthrough Collaborative; Philadelphia, PA (2008 - 2009) • Created engaging and academically rigorous curriculum for low-income, high potential
8th graders. I taught two consecutive summer courses in Physics and Astronomy. • Managed 5 committee members and the faculty in preparation for the the summer's
celebratory and community events.
RESEARCH & PUBLICATIONS
Star Formation in Massive Low Surface-Brightness Galaxies (2008) co-written with K. O’Neil and A. Baker. Funded by NASA and National Radio Astronomy Observatory.
Teaching Poetry Through Pictures and Plays (2012) Teacher Research Project at Brown University Ed.
OTHER SKILLS AND INTERESTS
IT: Google Classroom, Google Apps, Excel, Pages, and Keynote. Agilix (LMS), MathXL
Interests: Participant in Oakland EdTech Startup Weekends. Avid rock climber. Astronomy.
YOUR NAME(XXX) XXX-XXX [email protected] 1235 Heasrst Street Berkeley, CA 94720
The Good
• rule of thirds
• single page
• clean formatting
• use space as your friend
• create a narrative
• Readers are lazy, make it easy
(831) 724-5687 [email protected] 123 Granny Rd. Berkeley, CA 94709
It’s a love letter…
Cover LettersMarch 28th, 2016
Elizabeth SmithAssistant to the Principal College High School Aptos, CA
Dear Ms. Smith, It is with excitement that I write to apply for the Mathematics Teacher position at College High School. For the past two years I have been a founding math teacher at Dream Tech High School, building the curriculum for Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry and teaching math through collaboration and real-world projects.
I received my Masters in Teaching from Brown University, where the methods of inclusive teaching and the importance of personalized learning were instilled within me. I then worked with AmeriCorps as a Math and Reading Intervention Instructor for low-income, high potential students in the Portland area. Some of my students were first generation, college bound, and working with them (and their families) on their goals of mastering engineering skills was more inspiring than I can express here.
Most recently, my experience at Dream Tech has taught me how to orchestrate personalized learning for classes of over 40 students. Walking into my classroom you would find small groups of students collaborating on linear optimization problems, a corner group where I’m offering small group instruction, and some students building satellites dishes on the periphery. I believe intensely that designing projects promotes discovery so much more effectively than just exams alone. In addition to Algebra I, II and Geometry, I also teach a Design Thinking class, modeled on the Stanford d.school process of building empathy, collaboration, and prototyping.
Beyond being at the forefront of blended-learning and innovative education, I am looking for a school with a greater sense of spiritual purpose and a community I can grow with. College High School has the kind of culture that comes from a strong commitment to compassion and bettering our community. I would love to be a part of such a dedicated and passionate team. Thank you very much for your consideration, and I look forward to hearing from you.
Warmest regards,
YOUR NAME
YOUR NAME(XXX) XXX-XXX [email protected] 1235 Hearst St. Berkeley, CA 94720
1. The Rule of Thirds
March 28th, 2016
Elizabeth SmithAssistant to the Principal College High School Aptos, CA
Dear Ms. Smith, It is with excitement that I write to apply for the Mathematics Teacher position at College High School. For the past two years I have been a founding math teacher at Dream Tech High School, building the curriculum for Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry and teaching math through collaboration and real-world projects.
I received my Masters in Teaching from Brown University, where the methods of inclusive teaching and the importance of personalized learning were instilled within me. I then worked with AmeriCorps as a Math and Reading Intervention Instructor for low-income, high potential students in the Portland area. Some of my students were first generation, college bound, and working with them (and their families) on their goals of mastering engineering skills was more inspiring than I can express here.
Most recently, my experience at Dream Tech has taught me how to orchestrate personalized learning for classes of over 40 students. Walking into my classroom you would find small groups of students collaborating on linear optimization problems, a corner group where I’m offering small group instruction, and some students building satellites dishes on the periphery. I believe intensely that designing projects promotes discovery so much more effectively than just exams alone. In addition to Algebra I, II and Geometry, I also teach a Design Thinking class, modeled on the Stanford d.school process of building empathy, collaboration, and prototyping.
Beyond being at the forefront of blended-learning and innovative education, I am looking for a school with a greater sense of spiritual purpose and a community I can grow with. College High School has the kind of culture that comes from a strong commitment to compassion and bettering our community. I would love to be a part of such a dedicated and passionate team. Thank you very much for your consideration, and I look forward to hearing from you.
Warmest regards,
YOUR NAME
YOUR NAME(XXX) XXX-XXX [email protected] 1235 Hearst St. Berkeley, CA 94720
Introduction
Why you?
Why this job/school?
(831) 724-5687 [email protected] 123 Granny Rd. Berkeley, CA 94709
II. Content
Address a person
Keep it short and the reader wanting more
It’s a story… your narrative
Why you? — how do you fit the job description?
STAR
It’s not a repeat of the resume
March 28th, 2016
Elizabeth SmithAssistant to the Principal College High School Aptos, CA
Dear Ms. Smith, It is with excitement that I write to apply for the Mathematics Teacher position at College High School. For the past two years I have been a founding math teacher at Dream Tech High School, building the curriculum for Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry and teaching math through collaboration and real-world projects.
I received my Masters in Teaching from Brown University, where the methods of inclusive teaching and the importance of personalized learning were instilled within me. I then worked with AmeriCorps as a Math and Reading Intervention Instructor for low-income, high potential students in the Portland area. Some of my students were first generation, college bound, and working with them (and their families) on their goals of mastering engineering skills was more inspiring than I can express here.
Most recently, my experience at Dream Tech has taught me how to orchestrate personalized learning for classes of over 40 students. Walking into my classroom you would find small groups of students collaborating on linear optimization problems, a corner group where I’m offering small group instruction, and some students building satellites dishes on the periphery. I believe intensely that designing projects promotes discovery so much more effectively than just exams alone. In addition to Algebra I, II and Geometry, I also teach a Design Thinking class, modeled on the Stanford d.school process of building empathy, collaboration, and prototyping.
Beyond being at the forefront of blended-learning and innovative education, I am looking for a school with a greater sense of spiritual purpose and a community I can grow with. College High School has the kind of culture that comes from a strong commitment to compassion and bettering our community. I would love to be a part of such a dedicated and passionate team. Thank you very much for your consideration, and I look forward to hearing from you.
Warmest regards,
YOUR NAME
YOUR NAME(XXX) XXX-XXX [email protected] 1235 Hearst St. Berkeley, CA 94720
A few words on words in resumes and cover letters
Demonstrate the passion/skills that align to organization
Develop a narrative - think about your story
Presentation & Formatting
Action verbs
Quantified actions and results — STAR
Use the personal pronoun “I” - own it!
Walking into my classroom you would find small groups of students collaborating on linear optimization problems, a corner group where I’m offering small group instruction, and some students building satellites dishes on the periphery. I believe intensely that designing projects promotes discovery so much more effectively than just exams alone. In addition to Algebra I, II and Geometry, I also teach a Design Thinking class, modeled on the Stanford d.school process of building empathy, collaboration, and prototyping.
Cover Letter
Resume• 73% of my students have accelerated in their growth data from the MAPS Mathematics
2015-2016 Assessment.
• Managed Extended Day programs—before and after school homework help and computer literacy classes.
• Continuously experimenting with lesson configurations that involve collaboration, small groupinstruction and personalized learning.
• Created engaging and academically rigorous curriculum for low-income, high potential 8th graders. I taught two consecutive summer courses in Physics and Astronomy.
Examples
Ideation - 15 mins
Groups of 2-4 people
Examine examples with job description, use crib sheet/notes if needed
Present changes that you’d recommend to each and why
Key Take Aways
Check out the resources and handout
Use a template you like as a guide to create your own resume
It takes research and work to perfect it…
(A) one thing you know about resumes & cover
letters
(B) one question you have about resumes & cover
letters
Photos: © Elena Zhukova & others.
475 Evans Hall Berkeley, CA 94720-3860
E: [email protected]: (510) 643-3813
/CalTeach
@CalTeachUCB
Questions to ask: 1. Does the evidence I’m presenting demonstrate how I
meet the job qualifications? 2. What type of professional narrative am I trying to
convey? 3. Visually, does the cover letter and resume look
professional? Is important information easy to find? 4. Will I pass the scan test?
Have I triple checked for spelling and grammar.
The nuts and bolts of resumes and cover letters Devin P. Richards - Program Coordinator; Cal Teach UC Berkeley
General Startegies
Rule of Thirds
Precision & Accuracy
STAR - situation, task, action, result
Example Resume
The Good (+)
• rule of thirds
• single page
• formatting is critical
• use space as your friend
• create a narrative
Readers scan, make it easy
The Bad & Ugly (∆)
• poor formatting
• “dense”writingwhereyoucan’tfigure
outwhatisimportant
• no hierarchy of information
• experience that is not relevant or
tailored to position
Bullet Point “Formula” Action Verb + Example + Result
EDUCATION
Brown University — Masters in Teaching, Certification in Secondary Education Rutgers University, New Brunswick — Bachelors of Arts cum laude English, minor: Physics
California Single Subject Credential: English & Mathematics Rhode Island Teaching Credential: English & English Language Learning (ELL)
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Founding Math Teacher, Dream Tech High School; California (2014 - present) • Built inquiry-based curriculum for Geometry and Algebra II leading up to projects such as
parabolic satellite dishes and business models using linear programming. • Integrated blended-learning with online assessment and learning management systems.• Taught and developed a Design Thinking Class based on the Stanford d.school process of
empathy building, brainstorming, prototyping, and iteration.• Continuously experimenting with lesson configurations that involve collaboration, small-
group instruction and personalized learning.• 73% of my students have accelerated in their growth data from the MAPS Mathematics
2015-2016 Assessment.
Math and Reading Instructor, CollegeSpring SAT Prep; Hayward, California (Summer, 2014) • Taught with CollegeSpring’s specialized SAT prep curriculum for Math and Reading.• Collaborated with students and mentors on enrichment, class activities, and incentives to
help students stay motivated over the summer--like field trips and ice cream parties.
Intervention Math Instructor, AmeriCorps; Oregon (2013-2014) • Led small group intervention; Physics, Algebra, Geometry, Calculus and Statistics.• Managed Extended Day programs—before and after school homework help and
computer literacy classes.• Recruited and trained volunteers to help with tutoring and community outreach.
Summer Program Teacher, Breakthrough Collaborative; Philadelphia, PA (2008 - 2009) • Created engaging and academically rigorous curriculum for low-income, high potential
8th graders. I taught two consecutive summer courses in Physics and Astronomy. • Managed 5 committee members and the faculty in preparation for the the summer's
celebratory and community events.
RESEARCH & PUBLICATIONS
Star Formation in Massive Low Surface-Brightness Galaxies (2008) co-written with K. O’Neil and A. Baker. Funded by NASA and National Radio Astronomy Observatory.
Teaching Poetry Through Pictures and Plays (2012) Teacher Research Project at Brown University Ed.
OTHER SKILLS AND INTERESTS
IT: Google Classroom, Google Apps, Excel, Pages, and Keynote. Agilix (LMS), MathXL
Interests: Participant in Oakland EdTech Startup Weekends. Avid rock climber. Astronomy.
YOUR NAME(XXX) XXX-XXX [email protected] 1235 Heasrst Street Berkeley, CA 94720
Example Cover Letter
Other Resources
The presentation, handouts, and other material: http://bit.ly/1TupkJW- lists of action verbs- extensive teacher resume & cover letter guide
Lots of resources online by googling, haven your mentor teacher, career center, and friends give you feedback too!
Buzz Words Multi-cultural/inclusive instructionTeam teachingBlended learningCritical thinkingEnquiry based learningDifferentiated instructionModified instructionPersonalized instructionInteractive exercisesInterdisciplinary learningProject based instructionPeer teachingResponse to Intervention (RtI)Cooperative LearningBalanced LiteracyIEP (Individual Education Plan)ESL/ELL Students
Instruction Active Learning in Large Classes Asking Questions Giving Explanations to Students Managing Tutorials Planning Lectures Teaching Objectives - Action Verbs Writing Instructional Objectives Improving the Effectiveness of Lectures
Assessment and Evaluation Choosing Suitable Assessment Tasks Classroom Assessment:
Action Words
calteach.berkeley.edu@calteachucb
March 28th, 2016
Elizabeth SmithAssistant to the Principal College High School Aptos, CA
Dear Ms. Smith, It is with excitement that I write to apply for the Mathematics Teacher position at College High School. For the past two years I have been a founding math teacher at Dream Tech High School, building the curriculum for Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry and teaching math through collaboration and real-world projects.
I received my Masters in Teaching from Brown University, where the methods of inclusive teaching and the importance of personalized learning were instilled within me. I then worked with AmeriCorps as a Math and Reading Intervention Instructor for low-income, high potential students in the Portland area. Some of my students were first generation, college bound, and working with them (and their families) on their goals of mastering engineering skills was more inspiring than I can express here.
Most recently, my experience at Dream Tech has taught me how to orchestrate personalized learning for classes of over 40 students. Walking into my classroom you would find small groups of students collaborating on linear optimization problems, a corner group where I’m offering small group instruction, and some students building satellites dishes on the periphery. I believe intensely that designing projects promotes discovery so much more effectively than just exams alone. In addition to Algebra I, II and Geometry, I also teach a Design Thinking class, modeled on the Stanford d.school process of building empathy, collaboration, and prototyping.
Beyond being at the forefront of blended-learning and innovative education, I am looking for a school with a greater sense of spiritual purpose and a community I can grow with. College High School has the kind of culture that comes from a strong commitment to compassion and bettering our community. I would love to be a part of such a dedicated and passionate team. Thank you very much for your consideration, and I look forward to hearing from you.
Warmest regards,
YOUR NAME
YOUR NAME(XXX) XXX-XXX [email protected] 1235 Hearst St. Berkeley, CA 94720
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