WRITING A COVER LETTER

Summary: This is a sample resignation letter from a teacher to the headmaster informing the latter of the former’s intention to be relieved of his position with a specific date of termination. The reason for the resignation decision is stated to avoid any misunderstanding by the school authority. 12 th  September 2010 Dear Headmaster RE: Resigning from Post of Teacher I am writing to inform you on my decision to be released from my teaching position at Melrose Secondary School with effect from January 1 st  2011, giving more than the stipulated 3 months’ notice as per my teaching contract. The reason for my resignation is that I have decided to pursue my Masters degree in Education at the prestigious National University, whose course term commences in mid January 2011. It will be a 2 year full time studies for me which upon graduation, will open more education-related opportunities for my career. As my resignation would require the approval of the school Board which only meets...

Summary: This sample letter is to inform the Principal the teacher’s decision to resign from the school, stating the reason for leaving clearly with clarifications. A note of gratitude and positive feedback on the past tenure of service is recorded. A clear sense of responsibility is displayed to hand over any responsibilities before leaving. Mr. Howard Anderson Principal Cherry View High School 340 Ocean Drive London 83612 Dear Sir, RE: Resignation I am writing to inform you of my resignation from my position of Science teacher at Cherry View High School with effect from 19 th  August 2010. My decision is prompted by an offer to do research leading to my PhD at the prestigious Los Angeles State University in the fall. This is a golden opportunity for me to enhance my self and career development. I request for a quick approval on my release so that I may facilitate the passing over of duties to my replacement as well as preparing for the term commencement. It has been a pleasure wo...

Summary: This sample is a resignation letter from a teacher requesting for an early release from the work contract so that he may take on a new post. The letter states the preferred date of leaving, and its reason as an indication of the desire to further self-development. To The Principal Hummers Secondary school 1392 Beauvilla Road Dalton Towers Dallas 327 Date: October 18, 2010 RE: Resignation from Senior Teacher position at Hummers Secondary School Dear Sir I am submitting a request for an early release from my contract as a Senior Teacher at Hummers Secondary school, with an effective date as of November 30 2010, which would be the end of this semester for the year. My reason for this early release request is that I am accepting another teacher position at a State College which offers research and development opportunities. Although I enjoy my responsibilities and role in your esteemed school, I am drawn to the new frontiers of research and training which the new position offers. ...