The use of a cover letter for a college professor is extremely important. The purpose of the cover letter is to emphasize those experiences that make you desirable as a faculty member. However, it is only effective if it is brief and to the point. A cover letter should never be more than a page. In fact, it ideally should be about one-half to two-thirds of a page.
As a matter of course, a cover letter should be included whenever you submit a resume. In fact, it is a good idea is to have the cover letter saved in the same file with the resume so that you can send them together as a single attachment. This way the cover letter will become apparent when the resume is accessed.
There are certain elements that should be included in the cover letter. The first paragraph, which can be a sentence in length, should indicate the position you are applying for. If there is a job code, that should be included. You should go to the college's website and compile a list of courses that you would be certifiable to teach and include that in this first paragraph.
The second paragraph should highlight your teaching experience and courses that you have taught. If you have taught online and you are applying for an online adjunct faculty position, you should also indicate the number of years and courses you have taught online. Also, indicate the online platforms that you are familiar with.
The third paragraph should briefly indicate your professional experiences that directly relate to the position. If you have no related professional experience, then do omit this part.
The fourth paragraph should outline your education. This should include the degree, the major, and the school attended. This paragraph is more important for people who have recently graduated but its importance diminishes with time and experience. Finish the letter thanking them for reviewing your qualifications.
The cover letter will enhance your chances of success because it demonstrates professionalism on your part and it is a summary of the most important parts of the resume. Anything you can do to make life easier for the reviewer enhances your chances of gaining employment.
It is within your ability to make a 6-figure income a year as a part-time professor. Unfortunately, the road to success is filled with obstacles for those who don't know how it's done. Frustration and ultimate failure is the hard reality for most who try to attain this income level as an adjunct professor. Fortunately, there is an easier way to achieve success.
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