Morgan Sanders applies for a summer school classroom teacher position at Laramie County School District #1, highlighting their qualifications as a current mathematics teacher. The document outlines the job description, essential functions, required skills, and responsibilities of the role, along with Morgan's educational background and professional experience. Additionally, it reflects on the job application process, including feedback received on their resume and insights about teaching during a pandemic.

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Preparing for Employment
Morgan Sanders
COUN 632: Career and Lifestyle Development
Fall 2020
Dr. Kathleen Woods

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Job Description
Laramie County School District #1
Summer School Classroom Teacher
Purpose Statement:
The job of Classroom Teacher is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional
process by serving as a teacher with specific responsibility for supervising students within the
classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans; delivering group and individual
student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers,
other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues;
and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students’ parents or guardians regarding
instruction program and student progress. This job reports to the summer school principals.
Essential Functions:
• Administers subject specific assessments for the purpose of assessing student competency
levels and/or developing individual learning plans.
• Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of
communicating expectations; student’s achievements; developing methods for
improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
• Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals for the purpose
of providing feedback to students, parents, and administration.
• Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents and a variety of
community resources for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student
outcomes, achieving established classroom objectives in support of the school
improvement plan.
• Directs assistant teachers, student teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers and/or
student workers for the purpose of providing an effective classroom program and
addressing the needs of individual students.
• Instructs students (e.g. demonstrate, illustrate, define, explain, direct, prepare, compare,
differentiate, motivate, guide, facilitate, etc.) for the purpose of improving their success
in academics through a defined course of study.
• Maintains district equipment for the purpose of ensuring the availability of the equipment
in a safe operating condition and reports defective equipment to the appropriate district
personnel for fixing and repairing.
• Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe school learning
environment.
• Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, playground,
field trips, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Participates in a variety of meetings, workshops, training, and seminars for the purpose of
conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.

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• Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.)
for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements.
• Remains current on research findings relative to teaching and learning for the purpose of
applying the appropriate principals and becoming more effective teacher.
• Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for
the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning
environment, and adhering to education code and school policies.
• Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. other teachers, parents,
administrators, etc.) for the purpose of resolving issues, providing information and/or
direction.
• Utilizes accepted principals of learning in an effective manner (e.g. transfer,
reinforcement, motivation, retention, etc.) for the purpose of providing excellent
classroom instruction.
Other Functions:
• Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and
effective functions of the work unit.
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to
periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based
competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying
assessment instructions; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software
applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read technical information,
compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to
define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to
satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: appropriate codes, policies, regulations
and/or laws; age appropriate activities, lesson plan requirements; stages of child development;
and behavioral management strategies.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or
classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide
variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate
equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of
individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related
equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem
solving with data frequently requires independent interpretations of guidelines; and problem
solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to
satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include establishing and maintaining
confidentiality; exhibiting tact and patience; and working flexible hours.

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Responsibility:
Responsibilities include working under limited supervision following standardized practice
and/or methods; learning, guiding, and/or coordinating others; utilization of resources from other
work units is often required to perform the job’s functions. There is some opportunity to
significantly impact the organization’s services.
Working Environment:
The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following
physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and
balancing, frequent stopping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger
dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 45% walking, and 45% standing. The job is
performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment.
Experience: Job-related experience is required.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in job-related area. Equivalency Required Testing.
Certificates: Appropriate Wyoming State Department of Education Certificate, endorsement,
and highly qualified status. Continuing Educ./Training.
Clearances: Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
FLSA Status: Exempt

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MORGAN SANDERS
174-RD-148 Carpenter, WY 82054 | (307) 631-5314 | morgan.sanders@laramie1.org
May 7, 2020
Fawn Bartlett, Gina Hughes, Carrie Wynn
Summer School Principals
Laramie County School District #1
2810 House Avenue
Cheyenne, WY 82001
Dear Mrs. Bartlett, Mrs. Hughes, and Ms. Wynn:
I am pleased to submit my application for the secondary summer school teacher position. I am
currently in my first year as a mathematics teacher at Cheyenne East high School. Experience
gained through student teaching has provided a unique opportunity for me to effectively teach a
variety of students with often highly diverse backgrounds and capabilities. The interaction with
the students and other instructors was invaluable. I feel quite confident through my training that I
will meet and exceed the duties described in the job description as well as the responsibilities and
expectations of being a summer school teacher.
Enclosed for your review is my resume and application which provide more details of my
qualifications and background. Thank you very much for your time and consideration and I am
looking forward to meeting with you soon. Should you need to contact me, feel free to call me
directly at (307) 631-5314 or by email at morgan.sanders@laramie1.org
Sincerely,
Morgan sanders

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Morgan S. Sanders
Carpenter, WY 82054 • (307) 631-5314 • morgan.sanders@laramie1.org
Education
B.A. Secondary Math Education/Mathematics, completed May 2019; GPA 3.25
University of Wyoming – Laramie, WY
• Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board (PTSB) Certified/Highly Qualified
• Assistant Volleyball and Basketball Coaching Endorsed
High School Diploma, graduated June 2015
Cheyenne East High School – Cheyenne, Wyoming
Professional Experience
Mathematics Teacher
Cheyenne East High School – Cheyenne, Wyoming August 2019 – Present
• Algebra Concepts 1, IB Math 1, and Algebra 2
• Creating and teaching lesson plans corresponding to Common Core Standards, assessing
student learning, maintaining proactive classroom management to meet all students’
needs, reflecting on and improving teaching effectiveness.
• Participating in Professional Learning Community, department, and district meetings.
Volunteer Work
• Cheyenne East High School Girls Basketball Program – October 2019-Present
• Cheyenne East Fellowship of Christian Athletes Adult Volunteer – August 2019-Present
• Summit Summer Camp Media/Production Team – Summers of 2017, 2018, and 2019
References
• Marc Kerschner – Cheyenne East High School Principal
o (307) 771-2663 ext. 21094
• Chad Goff – Cheyenne East High School Asst. Basketball Coach
o (307) 771-2663 ext. 21425
• Mary Jo Lucas- Cheyenne East High School Office Manager
o (307) 771-2663 ext. 21101

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Five Interview Questions:
1. How is being a summer school teacher similar and different to be a regular classroom
teacher?
2. Which subject will I be assigned to teach and how do I decide which concepts will be
covered over the course of the summer?
3. What are the attendance requirements and expectations for students and how are these
expectations enforced?
4. How often are teachers required to contact parents/guardians about the progress of their
students?
5. What will in-person instruction look like? What are the expectations and requirements for
online instruction?
Resources and References Used
• I asked more-experienced teachers for help on my resume because I needed to update it
from my college graduation.
• I asked teachers who have taught summer school before for help on my cover letter and
other application materials. I also asked them about what they thought of summer school
and other things they wish they would have known about the structure of summer school.
• I talked with the summer school principal about some of the requirements for teachers
during the summer school time and how demanding teaching summer school is.

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Reflection/Summary
Conducting a Job Search and Developing Resumes/Questions
It was an interesting process for me to redevelop my resume as a true professional. Throughout
my time in college, I used a general resume that listed the jobs I worked in high school and
college. Then, as I began applying for teaching jobs, I sought out the help of my older friends
who I knew applied for teaching jobs recently. I asked them for help in building a truly
professional resume that would stand-out as I applied to teaching jobs. From this experience, I
believe I was set-up well while applying for jobs. I was applying for my first teaching job, so it
was incredibly important for me to make sure everything looked as professional as possible.
Conducting a Job Search and Developing Resumes/Questions
I used the same method as I was preparing for my first teaching position when I applied to teach
summer school this last year. I always think it is important to ask advice from other people about
what materials they used and what suggestions they have. This gives some important insight into
the position and the application process. As I was thinking about applying to summer school, I
enjoyed hearing the perspectives of other people who have taught summer school and getting
their advice. This year was a little different for summer school because most of the instruction
was online. Typically, summer school is taught all in person. However, this year we had to teach
through zoom meetings because of the COVID-19 situation. This made teaching for summer
school different than in year’s past because many teachers are still new to teaching online. Being
a new teacher, I thought it was highly beneficial for me to teach summer school because I was
able to learn the recent technology equipment and how to teach online in an effective way.

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Providing and Receiving Feedback from a Partner
Rochelle and I worked together on this final assignment. We met together through a Zoom call
on Friday, November 20. I was excited to work with her because she has so much experience in
education and I am just getting started. She gave me some great feedback about how to lay my
information out in a more specific way. She told me it would be beneficial to highlight more of
my experience and be a little more specific with what I have done in education. She also told me
about what she has done with her resume since becoming a counselor and this was great advice
to hear from her. I told her that I thought she could be more specific on her resume in the key
skills section, but I thought she did a great job overall!