Writing Your Résumé for Teaching in NSW

Teaching in any New South Wales school is a rewarding job. As Australia’s largest education system, there are always a range of positions and options available.

Read on to understand how to effectively write a résumé to apply for a teaching or promotions position in a NSW public school.

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Richard Bowman
The Art of the Professional Cover Letter for Teachers

In 1935, Dale Carnegie in How to Win Friends and Influence People made the point that “in 90% of conversations, each participant regularly asks themselves the question What can this person do for ME?

While this may sound quite narcissistic, egomaniacal and severely self-centred, it is worth noting that this is the mindset of potential employers and panels as they fastidiously burrow through your hopefully gripping masterpiece - the Cover Letter!

A successful cover letter is driven by your new job: what can you do for them? What experience, skills, qualities and potential do you bring that are specifically relevant and valuable to this role and to this school?

This guide to the cover letter for teaching positions will take you from preparation to your final proofread. Get ready to learn what you should write in each paragraph!

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Richard Bowman
Seven Expert Interview Tips for Australian Teachers

If the prospect of a job interview sends you into a cold sweat, you are not alone. For many people, interviews are a traumatic experience! Like the worst public speaking commitment, they can build tremendous amount of pressure before and during the interview.

But with good preparation and a dose of confidence, your next interview can be your best yet.

Here are seven interview tips that will give you the confidence you need to perform well in any interview situation.

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Richard Bowman