I am writing some cover letters and am not sure what the new educational lingo is in LI. I know I have lots of things to change because I included so many 'catch phrases' from the city. When I was applying in the city, they were so focused on you knowing the new vocabulary.
Snowflake08
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depends on where you are applying but definitely say something about differentiated instruction
jgl
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Posted by Snowflake08
depends on where you are applying but definitely say something about differentiated instruction
i agree thats been a big one for a while!
bella1028
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It is always good to mention your ability to teach in a differentiated classroom...best of luck to you
jessamyn78
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Sounds good. I have lots of experience in differentiating instruction as my district uses balanced literacy and math.
ZCHM08
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I agree with everyone else - make sure you mention ways in which you can differentiate your instruction in order to meet the needs of the diverse learners in your classroom.
jteach711
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I eould also mention state exams, like the ELA if applicable
AmandaLynn04
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I'd also mention your ability to form good relationships with parents.
ttweety7
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will work for free.
jessamyn78
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Do I mention that I have taught towards the state exams, or that I have graded the exams, or both?
AmandaLynn04
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I'd say both. If you did both, then let them know. Or have it on your resume. You don't want your cover letter to be too long, they hardly read it.
Snowflake08
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Never say that you taught 'towards' the exams, that sounds like 'teaching to the test' even though we all know the reality
I would phrase it differently like, 'adequately prepared students for state exams'
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technology... goes along with differentiated instruction but i know my district is big on ability to use new tech. and/or willingness to learn how to use it. Many schools now have interactive whiteboards (SMARTboards).
