School Director Cover Letter

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

Previously, I was responsible for leadership for innovative programming and research related to community based, non-formal educational activities to foster positive youth development and support adult volunteers.

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:

• Knowledge of technical aspects related to science and engineering buildings
• Knowledge of financial software packages
• Knowledge of Faculty Affairs software
• Experience in higher education setting strongly preferred
• Strategic, flexible and creative thinking
• Open and collaborative management style
• Discretion in financial and personnel matters
• Systems-level thinker who can craft a vision for how an organization should approach student character and culture work

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for support for our pastor in leading the youth ministry for children in middle school and high school.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Strong organizational skills, with attention to accuracy and detail
• Familiar with diverse methods for assessing curricular and instructional delivery activities in a university setting
• Able to collect, manage, and analyze survey, record and interview data
• Experience working in a team and managing long-term projects
• Deep understanding of the model and philosophy of community schools
• Experience with management of a team including hiring, coaching and supervising
• Excellent follow through with team members, Senior Director of Community School Partnerships, other UWSL staff and external partners
• Knowledge of Community Schools Model

I would like to submit my application for the school director opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for program management and planning to a select group of strategic initiatives identified by the school and dean (positive youth development/middle school; social simulation and educational technology; race and public education; neuroscience and education).

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Highly knowledgeable in the field of student character, school culture, and restorative practice
• Facilitate, design content for and curate adult learning experiences for aspiring and current school and systems leaders
• Comfortable and fluent facilitating in and navigating adult learning experiences focused on diversity, equity and inclusivenenss
• Evidence of proven leadership and expertise in K-12 education
• Experience with program management, administration, and evaluation
• Demonstrated knowledge of education, locally and nationally, including education leadership, school systems, innovation and school redesign, and college and career readiness
• Experience in creativity and strategic thinking
• Experience working with partners to create successful collaborations, programs and initiatives

In response to your job posting for school director, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for ongoing coaching and professional development and training for the Youth Programs seven-member staff.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience working independently, working in a team environment
• Experience in developing and maintaining effective working relationships including with education, private, government, philanthropic, community, and nonprofit organizations
• Firsthand experience developing software
• Knowledge and interest in technology and/or computer science and management programs and/or profession
• Commitment to do whatever it takes to ensure our teachers and students have what they need to be successful
• New York State Certification in Education Administration (School District Leader)
• Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS) preferred
• Successful experience in teaching and school administration

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for or coordinate professional development training to staff and parents to enhance school community knowledge of social emotional and behavioral supports for students across settings.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Managerial experience including hiring, coaching and supervising a team of people
• Experience working in a Community School (as a School Director or equivalent)
• Knowledgeable in data interpretation to drive instruction and measure students learning
• A proven track record of student academic success or significant academic gains in previous school leadership roles in an urban setting
• Current RN license in the state of Pennsylvania
• Current Recertification through the NBCRNA
• Current and continuing membershipin the AANA
• Satisfy hospital credentialing requirements