Instructional Assistant Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the instructional assistant position.

Previously, I was responsible for technical and operational support for online learners, instructors and instructional designers who use the campus learning management system (Canvas LMS by Instructure).

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Computer and applicable software skills (Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Adobe Dreamweaver and Photoshop)
• Proficiency with Canvas
• Earned doctorate in Instructional Technology or a closely-related field or the foreign equivalent
• Proficiency with web design, image creation and editing, and authoring effective
• Experience in instructional design (in an educational setting)
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets,Canvas, presentation software
• Strong academic record and professional promise
• Familiarity with electronic teaching tools such as Learning Management Systems (e.g., Blackboard), PowerPoint, Turnitin, on-line collaboration tools

Please consider me for the instructional assistant opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for backup assistance in some aspects of Canvas, the Learning Management System for the University.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Be familiar with working with tutor tracking systems
• Adapt to day-to-day changes in lab programs and guidelines
• Be able to provide orientation to students enrolled in English lab courses
• Administer and grade lab module/diagnostic tests
• Maintain student records and enter data
• Follow directions effectively
• Record and track student hours and assignments
• Work collaboratively with staff and faculty

I am excited to be applying for the position of instructional assistant. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for staff with Learning Management System (LMS) Support: Canvas and other LMS platforms as needed; evaluate and recommend academic technology tools; work with staff to incorporate effective e-learning tools into curriculum; and develop responsive, SCORM, HTML5, and other accessible learning modules.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Hiring preference will be given to applicants with recent and relevant gradership or teaching experience in the Department of Philosophy at UTSC
• Experience maintaining computer labs using Apple computers
• Experience managing and knowledge of inventory for checkout of common digital media equipment
• Knowledge of computer and Microsoft Office applications
• Experience in law enforcement, forensic or public safety training
• Experience in Community College OE Training
• Demonstrated experience with academic library circulation systems
• Experience training and mentoring other staff members and/or student employees

Please consider me for the instructional assistant opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for one-on-one and group training to faculty and graduate students for using the Canvas learning management system, as well as other teaching technologies.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Experience using citation management tools and data collection tools, such as Qualtrics
• Experience in law enforcement, forensic or public safety training and/or education
• Knowledge of the methods, procedures, principles, practices, and techniques of assigned subject area laboratory work, tools, equipment and materials, and hazard/safety precautions
• Knowledge of laboratory procedures, instructional technology, equipment and educational materials employed in assigned instructional laboratory and administrative practices and procedures, including obtaining materials and record keeping
• Experience with analytical spectroscopy and chromatography instrumentation
• Recent experience in an academic laboratory environment
• Work well with students
• Have knowledge of tutoring techniques

Please consider me for the instructional assistant opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for routine technical assistance for faculty with respect to basic instructional technology questions (Google, Canvas, etc.) and direct other inquiries to appropriate support staff.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• California Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) certification – any level(s)
• Adobe suite (Photoshop, Illustrator)
• Educational technology (Canvas, GoToMeeting)
• Junior or Senior in major or related major and completed course with B+ or better
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, LMS (specifically, Canvas) and presentation software
• BIOL 1010 level or above understanding of * * * Biology Program
• Fingerprinting any other requirements shall be obtained prior to employment according to Diocese of Phoenix and the Arizona State Dept
• Preference given to Catholic instructional assistants