Fill and Sign the Resume Cover Letter for Professor of a Department Form

Instruction: This is a model letter. Adapt to fit your facts and circumstances. Return address: Name Address Line 1 Address Line 2 City , State Zip Code Date Name , English Department Chairperson University of       Address Line Address Line City , State Zip Code Dear Dr. Name : I am submitting my cover letter and resume in order to apply for the position of Professor of English Literature at the University of       . I am a recent graduate of       College/University where I received my Ph.D. in English Literature. While pursuing my Ph.D. at       College/University, I participated in numerous discussions and debates concerning current trends of research evolving in English Literature circles. As a student teacher and counselor for undergraduate English majors, I developed practical teaching methods that allowed for greater student/teacher interaction and more analytical discussion of the literary works presented. I feel that my skill and understanding of the subject material makes me well-qualified to instruct this course. I am requesting an interview with you at your earliest convenience. Enclosed is a resume, two published articles, and three letters of recommendation. If you are in need of more information, please feel free to contact me at       -       . Thank you for your time and I look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely, N A M E Enclosures