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Teacher resumes need to move past 'taught 5th grade math' into curriculum design, differentiation, and measurable student growth. This template gives you the frame.

What recruiters look for

  • Grade level and subject in the top third
  • Turn 'taught X' into '+Y point gain on Z assessment'
  • Certifications and endorsements get their own section
  • Highlight leadership: mentoring, committees, department lead

Frequently asked questions

Include student teaching?

Yes if within 3 years of graduation. Otherwise drop it.

How many pages?

One page for less than 8 years. Two pages fine for administrators and department leads.

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Alex Morgan

5th Grade Teacher · Mathematics & Literacy

taylor@example.com+1 720 555 0117Denver, COyourwebsite.com

Summary

5th grade classroom teacher with 7 years in Title I schools. Designed a differentiated math curriculum that lifted average state assessment scores 18 points across three cohorts.

Experience

5th Grade Teacher · Skinner Elementary
2020 — Present · Denver, CO
  • Designed a differentiated math curriculum used school-wide; average state math scores rose 18 points across 3 cohorts.
  • Mentored 4 new teachers in the district's induction program — 100% retained past year 2.
  • Led weekly grade-level PLC meetings and quarterly parent conferences for 28 students.

Education

University of Denver · M.Ed, Curriculum & Instruction
2016 — 2018 · Denver, CO

Skills

Differentiated instructionCurriculum designSmall-group instructionGoogle ClassroomMTSSRestorative practices

Languages

English (Native)

Certifications

Colorado Teaching License · Elementary Education K–6
2018
Reading Endorsement · Colorado Department of Education
2021

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