The cover letter, also known as the letter of application, is uniformly requested in academic job postings and is an important document. Applying for teaching jobs?Your teacher cover letter can make or break your application. A good cover letter puts your résumé in context and persuades the prospective employer that you are a good match for the position in question. To write an application letter for a teaching position, start with a formal greeting and clearly state your interest in the role. I am applying to the Clinical Psychology faculty position recently advertised in The Chronicle of Higher Education. As a teacher in the Othello School District, you will work with your fellow colleagues to provide an enriching learning environment for our students. Thank you for taking the time to review my resume. Reports to: Director, No Kid Hungry Center for Best Practices.