Task 5
Read the job vacancy and the applicant’s resume. Use information in the applicant’s resume to
potential values the applicant has to meet the job requirements. Write your statements in the table
below.
Paragraphs Points of analysis What you write in your application
letter
Paragraph 1 Why are you writing? I’m writing to apply for a position of a part-
time business English instructor
How did you get the employer’s I’m writing to apply for a position of a part-
name? time business English instructor based on
the recommendation of.....
Where did you find their job listing? I have read from your advertisement at Jobs
DB that your company is looking for a part-
time business English instructor
Who referred you? My mutual friend, …............... refered me
What position are you applying for? I’m writing to apply for a position of a part-
time business English instructor
Paragraph 2 Why are you qualified for the position My experiences as ESL teacher at
you are applying for? Languages incorporated and Daley City
College make me an ideal candidate for the
position I’m applying.
What have you done that applies to I have been teaching English as Second
this job/position? Language since 2004
what sort of fit is there between your My responsibilities between my current job
experience and the job/position you and the position I’m applying are similar.
applied for
What is special about you that should My additional work experience as counselor
be considered for this job/position? at Oregon AIDS hotline has fostered an ease
in communicating with people.
Paragraph 3 What do you expect to happen after I hope you will afford me the opportunity to
you send the application letter? fulfill the position.
How can the employer contact you? Should you have any questions,
you may reach me using the contact
information listed in my resume.
