School leaders hiring teachers want to see your certification, the grades and subjects you teach, and evidence that students learn with you. Test score gains, reading growth and programs you started are the strongest evidence you can give.
This example is for a middle school math teacher with eight years of experience. It leads with certification, shows student growth in numbers and includes the leadership work that gets teachers promoted.
Below you'll find summary examples for different levels, the skills to include, bullet points you can adapt and tips from the way recruiters read teacher resumes.
Two or three sentences at the top of your resume: who you are, your strongest result and what you're looking for. Pick the one closest to your level and make it yours.
New teacherNewly licensed elementary teacher with a semester of student teaching in grade 3. Uses clear routines, hands-on activities and small reading groups to help every child progress.
ExperiencedHigh school English teacher with 5 years of experience. Raised AP pass rates from 55% to 72% and advises the school newspaper.
SeniorInstructional coach with 14 years of experience supporting 30 teachers across 2 schools. Leads professional development and curriculum adoption.
Screening software compares your resume with the job ad, so use the same words the employer uses, but only for skills you really have. Put the most relevant ones first.
Show soft skills in your bullet points rather than listing them alone: "trained 6 new hires" proves leadership better than the word itself.
Start with a strong verb, say what you did and end with the result, ideally a number. Adapt these to your own work and never claim results you can't back up.
Name the license, state and subject area. Many districts filter on it first.
Test scores, reading levels, pass rates and attendance show impact in a way principals trust.
Clubs, coaching, committees, mentoring and grants set you apart for lead and department roles.
If the ad mentions English learners, special education or technology, show your experience with those first.
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Contact SupportContact details, a short summary, teaching experience with grades and subjects, student results, certifications and licenses, education, and extras like clubs or coaching.
Lead with student teaching, tutoring, camp or volunteer work with children. List your certification status and describe the lessons and classes you led.
Not in the US, UK or Canada. In some countries, such as Germany or the UAE, a photo is common. Check the local format.
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