LISA ​WARREN 

Address, City, State Zip| C: 555-555-5555 |Email address  

 

May 12, 2019 

 
 
 
Mr. First Last 
High School Principal  
Address 
City, State Zip 
 
Dear Mr. Last: 
 
I am applying for a position teaching secondary English, which I found listed on Indeed.com. 
Northwest Christian High School seems to align with my own belief system, and I’d love to be 
part of Christian education.  
 
After completing my undergraduate degree in 2013, I served as a missionary teacher for the 
2015 fall semester in Tanzania. Between graduation and teaching in Tanzania, I worked as 
the assistant manager of a pharmacy and gift shop, where I learned valuable lessons in 
effectively interacting with people. In Tanzania, I taught ESL and an introductory Bible course 
to sixteen students. From there, I gained further teaching experience as a substitute teacher 
at Panther Creek ISD and Coleman ISD for the spring 2016 semester while waitressing part 
time at a local pizzeria. I taught English III and speech at Coleman ISD, where I fell in love 
with high school education. Due to a change in my husband’s career, I accepted an English 
III teaching position at Denver City ISD for the 2017-2018 school year.   
 
My parents, along with my previous students, inspire me to teach. My parents have taught 
for many years; I have witnessed lives changed as a direct result of their care and attention 
that goes above and beyond the duties of teaching math and English. My students in 
Tanzania taught me that language does not have to be a barrier. Furthermore, my students 
at Coleman ISD and Denver City ISD taught me to care deeply, be flexible, and to have fun 
in the classroom. A teachable spirit begins with me, which enables me to transfer the love of 
learning to my students.  
 
I am passionate about serving Jesus and serving others. I would appreciate the opportunity 
to meet with you to discuss how my skills and experience can benefit Northwest Christian 
High School’s students. Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to your 
response.  
 
Sincerely, 
 
 
 
Lisa Warren