Resume Guide For Teachers Page 7

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Constructing an Accomplishment Statement
(Bullet Point)
Under each position you have on your resume, list bulleted accomplishment statements. These statements should
explain what you did in the position, how you did it and the results of your actions. The skills you feel you have
gained from your teaching related experiences should be represented through your accomplishment statements.
Brainstorm each experience/position and create bullet points unique to you.
Bullet Point “Formula”
Action Verb + Example + Result
Action Verb: Always begin a bullet point with an action verb.
Use a variety of action verbs to show the variety of skills you have.
Average Bullet Point with Action Verb
Tutored an eighth grade student
Example: Give specifics as to what you did at that position. This will make you unique.
Better Bullet Point with Action Verb and Example
Tutored an eighth grade student in pre-algebra
Result: State what you achieved from your example; what was the purpose of you doing what you did?
Perfect Achievement Statement with Action Verb, Example and Result
Tutored an eighth grade student in pre-algebra, using teacher’s curriculum to raise her grade from a C to B+ over the
course of a year
Buzz Words
These are words you should be familiar with going into a teaching career. Buzz words are extremely effective
when used in moderation on a resume and with direct examples to support their claim. Reflect on any teaching
specific language and resources which you have utilized in your teaching. Below is a list of potential buzz
Multi-cultural instruction
Interdisciplinary learning
Team teaching
Manipulative
Thematic unit
Student centers
Critical thinking
Peer teaching
Literacy (Literature) circles
Response to Intervention (RtI)
Guided reading
Cooperative Learning
Differentiated instruction
Balanced Literacy
Modified instruction
IEP (Individual Education Plan)
Interactive exercises
ESL/ELL Students

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