Cover Letter

Principal Melville

Freedom Elementary

10326 N 6800 W, Highland, UT 84003

Re: Job application for special-needs afterschool coordinator

Dear Principal Melville,

My name is Megan Ball. I am 17 years old, and a Senior at Lone Peak High School.

I see on your website that you are currently hiring a special-needs afterschool coordinator. Please accept this letter of application and my attached resume.

For the past three years I have been the primary afterschool caretaker of a mentally disabled male. Because the State of Utah pays my salary for this job, I had to go through specific training to be capable of working with this man. While he is kind, sweet and non-aggressive, the fact that he is basically a two-year-old in a 24-year-old, six-foot-four-inch tall body makes it very interesting and sometimes challenging.

I have learned so much about my ability to handle tough things, learn compassion for those with mental disabilities, and I have learned extreme patience in helping people who have autism and limiting conditions.

In addition, I took a peer tutor class, where I helped other kids my age with learning disabilities.  I helped them succeed and learn in the classroom.  I have loved both of these experiences, which have prepared me to apply for your special-needs afterschool coordinator.

Thank you for considering me for this job. I look forward to meeting you in person and to discussing additional details about the job requirements and how I can best serve you.

Please let me know a time when I can come to your office to discuss this opportunity. You can email me at meganball8@gmail.com or call my cell phone at 801-636-8211.

Kindly,

Megan Ball