THE RESUME

Resumes Use correct spelling Use margins, spacing and white

space for easy skimming Omit punctuation Use action verbs

Contact Information Your name Don’t use a template or fancy fonts.

Keep it simple and readable. Current address and current telephone

number (use a cell so they can get in touch with you!)

Do not use cutesy answering machine responses.

Email address

Education Section Discuss highest degree earned. Name and dates of institution where you

earned highest degree City/State of institution What specific degree was earned Certifications Minors or Double Majors Sometimes GPA, Praxis scores Seminars, Conferences and Workshops as

relevant.

Career Related ExperienceTraditional Reverse Chronological: Most recent position presented first. Names of the companies you worked for

(Schools you did internships or practicums at)

City and state for each company Titles/positions you held Employment dates Duties you performed (Often in a

bulleted list) Make sure they are in parallel form. Use active voice and action verbs.

Promotions

Career Related Experience Examples: Student Teacher

Lowell Elementary, Sioux Falls, SDFifth Grade (Spring 2009)

Early Literacy Practicum Teacher Methods Practicum Teacher Reading Tutor and Mentor Paraprofessional Teacher Use strong action verbs, use education buzz

words, be positive, emphasize your accomplishments.

Other items you may include Career Objective: Secondary History

Teacher Work Experience Honors/Activities Qualifications References: Available from Career

Services, University of Sioux Falls, 1101 W. 22nd St. Sioux Falls, SD 57105 (605) 331-6740

Portfolio Available at (list website)

References? Have more than 3 (5) when you actually apply

for a job. Make sure you can get their cell phone numbers.

Best- Recent, seen you teach, cooperating teachers, supervising teachers, faculty, academic advisors, employment supervisors, student organization advisors, current work supervisors.

Ask in plenty of time, give a written time line, copy of resume and job description.