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Clare Santos- Gacad

701 E. Apache Blvd. Box 555
Vista del Sol Tempe, AZ 85281
(630)-630-6300
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insertemailhere@yahoo.com or insert.email@asu.edu


September 21, 2014
MLF Teachers College Preschool Teaching Aide Position

To whomever it may concern,

I am interested in the MLF Teachers College Preschool teaching aide position. My resume is enclosed
within my electronic application for your review. Given what I have stated in my resume and
application, I would appreciate your consideration for this job opening. I believe that my skills and
experiences are a great match for the teaching aide position. I am a responsible student and also a
student in the MLF Teachers College. I would love the opportunity to work within the preschool to gain
a wonderful experience that will help me in my career decisions after I graduate. I have had many
experiences working with children throughout my whole life.

At the present time I am a Lead Tutor for the program America Reads. This position enables me to
oversee the tutors of the program. America Reads is an after school program in which students from the
community are able to come in for tutoring. I am challenged to be creative, patient, and organized.

During my freshman year at ASU, I was given the opportunity to work as a teachers aide in the Mary
Lou Fulton Teachers College Preschool that was located in the Farmers Building. Under the direction
of the lead teachers, I worked very closely with children that ranged from the ages of three to five years
old. I was responsible for making sure the classrooms were all set up and cleaned before the kids started
to come. I supported the children with a variety of things including toileting, cleaning up, problem
solving skills etc. I was well versed in working with both the preschool teaching team and the children
of the preschool. I also worked in collaboration and abided by the policies and philosophy of the
MLFTC preschool as outlined in the staff handbook.

My main interest is to seek a career in which will enrich my knowledge and benefit me in the Education/
teaching career field later in life. I am seeking employment in the Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College
and organization where I can grow professionally and enhance my skills and experiences as Im
studying Early Childhood Education and Special Education.

In addition to my interests, I have had many experiences working within a child developmental setting. I
am able to assist with a variety of classroom duties. As far as certifications goes, I am certified with the
following;
Salvation Army, Sacred Boundaries Program
fingerprint clearance card
American Red Cross Adult CPR/AED and Child CPR and First Aid certified as of 3/19/14
I also obtain a negative TB test.
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Working with children brings such joy in my life. It is a passion of mine and Im currently studying to
become an Early Childhood Education or Special Education Teacher in the future. I have gained
qualities such as great work ethic, great listening and communication skills, responsibility, and patience
during my work as a teachers aide.

I believe my work experience within the Education field will help the policies and philosophy of the
MLFTC preschool. I look forward to meeting with you to discuss the job application further. I will
contact you before October 11, 2014 to discuss the status of my application. If you wish to contact me, I
may be reached at (555)-555-555, or by email at insertemailhere@asu.edu

I appreciate your taking the time to review my credentials and experiences. Thank you again for your
consideration.

Respectfully,



Clare Santos- Gacad