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5.1.2 Create a letter of application

Use Times New Roman. Ariel, or Georgia font with size 10-12 font. Type this in google docs. Your Contact Information: Name Address City, State Zip Code Phone Number Email Address Double Space ( This means enter twice then type.) Today’s Date (Use your resources to find the date. Then spell out the month.) Triple Space (This means enter three times then type on the third line. 2 empty lines between typing) Employer Contact Information (if you have it): Name Charlotte Diemer Title Career Teacher Company or Organization Batesville Junior High School Address # 2 Pioneer Drive City, state, zip code Batesville, Arkansas 72501 Double Space (This means enter twice.) [|Salutation]Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name Double Space First Paragraph: The first paragraph of your letter should include information on why you are writing. Mention the position you are applying for and where you found the job listing. Include the name of a mutual contact, if you have one. If you are applying for a classroom job, mention the class period and a job you would be willing to take if you do not get the job you desire. Double Space (Enter Twice) Middle Paragraph(s): The next section of your cover letter should describe what you have to offer the employer. Mention specifically how your qualifications match the job you are applying for. Double Space (Enter twice.) Final Paragraph: Conclude your cover letter by thanking the employer for considering you for the position. Include information on how you will follow-up such as I look forward to hearing from you. I will check back with you next week if I do not hear from you. Double Space (Enter twice.) Complimentary Close: Respectfully Yours, Hand Written Signature if not e-mailing letter. (Single Space 4 times, Then type your name on the 4th line. After printing, sign your name in blue pen. Space signature ½ way between closing and typed name). Type your name here. ___ Only do this if e-mailing. Do not skip 4 lines. Just type your closing, then type your signature. Email Subject Line When you're sending an email cover letter, include a Subject line that enables the hiring manager to recognize who you are and the job for which you are applying. Use shift enter to single space typing in some word processing programs.
 * Students will prepare for future employment and receive a grade for producing a proper letter of application for a job in careers classroom.