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Constructing an Achievement Statement (Bullet Point)

Under each position you have on your resume, list bulleted accomplishment statements. These statements should ex-

plain 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 words to include on a resume.

Multi-cultural instruction

RAMP Training

Team teaching

Solution Focused Approach

Student Centers

IMPACT/Gradebook/First Class

Critical thinking

Response to Intervention (RtI)

Literacy (Literature) circles

Cooperative Learning

Guided reading

Balanced Literacy

Differentiated instruction

IEP (Individual Education Plan)

Modified instruction

ESL/ELL Students

Interactive exercises

Developmentally appropriate practice

Interdisciplinary learning

NWEA formative assessments

Common Core

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