1. Dr. Patrick McGuire
1059 Delta Dr. Elgin | (847) 951‐2831 | McGuire4teacher@yahoo.com
Dear Hiring Committee:
I am writing to express my interest in any future opening of an assistant principal, principal, or curriculum
coordinator position in your district. For the past 14 years I have primarily been a classroom teacher. During that time, I
have worked at both the elementary and middle school levels, where I've taught 3rd, 5th, 6th, 7th, & 8th
grade. Administratively, I served as the summer school principal at Fox Ridge Elementary, in District 303, for two years.
During my career I've made some excellent connections with students, families, and colleagues. I would like to
continue making these connections but do so in a larger capacity as a building administrator. Professionally, I consider
myself a lifelong learner and that's evidenced by my doctorate and Type 75 administrative certificate. Additionally, I've
naturally sought leadership opportunities within the places I've been employed. Some of my leadership roles include being
an active member of the SIP team, a facilitator of professional development at faculty meetings/SIP & Institute days, a
collaborator in new curriculum development (literacy & social studies), and serving as an instructional leader among
colleagues, especially in the areas of literacy and technology integration.
Finally, I believe my experiences provide credibility and reassurance that I’m prepared and equipped to be an
effective administrative leader. Throughout my career I have maintained a student centered philosophy. Therefore, any
decisions will always derive from a ‘what’s best for kids’ mentality. I know the stakeholders in your district share a similar
commitment and vision. Together, I envision a partnership, that builds on past achievements, invests in the core belief
that ALL students can reach their full potential, and embraces a culture for learning that promotes positivity, critical
thinking, collegiality, and inspiration. These principles are the foundation of the leadership I intend to employ. I am
confident that my passion, skills, and experiences qualify me as an excellent candidate for an assistant principal, principal,
or curriculum coordinator position.
I bring a wide variety of skills and experiences including:
 Leadership roles: Elementary summer school principal in District 303 (2011 & 2012), active SIP team member at
both middle and elementary school levels, facilitator of professional development during faculty meetings and
SIP/Institute Days, and collaborator in new curriculum development (literacy & social studies).
 Exceptional communication skills that foster and develop interpersonal relationships with colleagues, students,
and families.
 Employ the utilization of a collaborative model and mindset when working with colleagues, students, and families.
 Embrace conflict head on and seek solution‐based outcomes to remedy and improve any adverse situation
involving colleagues, students, and families.
 Distinguished pedagogy which incorporates effective learning strategies and differentiated instructional practices
to meet the needs of every learner.
 Diverse range of assessment tools that evaluate both formative and summative student learning progress.
 Proficient in use of technology based applications, especially Google, Microsoft, & Blackboard
I would welcome the opportunity to further discuss an assistant principal, principal, or curriculum coordinator position
with you. If you have questions or would like to schedule an interview, please contact me by phone at (847) 951‐2831 or
by email at McGuire4teacher@yahoo.com. I have enclosed my resume for your review, and I look forward to hearing
from you.
Sincerely,
Dr. Patrick McGuire