Hamilton College
198 College Hill Road
Clinton, NY 13323
Date of Letter
Maria Reade
Dean of Students
Trinity-Pawling School
Pawling, NY 12564
Dear Ms. Reade:
Heather Wixson suggested I contact you in regard to my interest in teaching at independent schools. I
understand that you got involved in independent school teaching immediately following graduation, and
as I am looking to do the same, I was wondering whether you would be available to answer a few
questions I have about the process.
I am interested in teaching positions at independent schools in particular, because I am hoping to find an
environment that closely compares to the small, welcoming atmosphere I have grown to love as an
undergraduate at Hamilton College. Teaching has always been a passion of mine, and I have had the
opportunity to work with children of all ages in a range of classroom, camp and after-school settings.
Would it be possible to set up a phone interview or meet briefly sometime over the next few months as I
conduct my job search? Enclosed is a copy of my resume, which I hope will give you a better sense of
my teaching interests. I have several questions that I believe you can help clarify. I will call your office
the week of October 24th, to see if your schedule permits such a meeting. I will be attending Eastern
College Career Day in Boston, where I believe you will be representing Trinity-Pawling, and I look
forward to meeting you there as well. If you have any questions for me, you can reach me at
alaurits@hamilton.edu. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Alexandra Laurits
Enclosure: resume
198 College Hill Road
Clinton, NY 13323
Date of Letter
Maria Reade
Dean of Students
Trinity-Pawling School
Pawling, NY 12564
Dear Ms. Reade:
Heather Wixson suggested I contact you in regard to my interest in teaching at independent schools. I
understand that you got involved in independent school teaching immediately following graduation, and
as I am looking to do the same, I was wondering whether you would be available to answer a few
questions I have about the process.
I am interested in teaching positions at independent schools in particular, because I am hoping to find an
environment that closely compares to the small, welcoming atmosphere I have grown to love as an
undergraduate at Hamilton College. Teaching has always been a passion of mine, and I have had the
opportunity to work with children of all ages in a range of classroom, camp and after-school settings.
Would it be possible to set up a phone interview or meet briefly sometime over the next few months as I
conduct my job search? Enclosed is a copy of my resume, which I hope will give you a better sense of
my teaching interests. I have several questions that I believe you can help clarify. I will call your office
the week of October 24th, to see if your schedule permits such a meeting. I will be attending Eastern
College Career Day in Boston, where I believe you will be representing Trinity-Pawling, and I look
forward to meeting you there as well. If you have any questions for me, you can reach me at
alaurits@hamilton.edu. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Alexandra Laurits
Enclosure: resume