Special Education Teacher Cover Letter Examples & Writing Guide

Dear Hiring Committee, I am writing to express my strong interest in the Special Education Teacher position for Mild/Moderate disabilities at Los Angeles Unified School District. With a clear Education Specialist credential and 6 years of experience serving students with learning disabilities, I am passionate about helping every student reach their potential. At a Title I middle school, I have successfully: • Provided specialized instruction in resource and co-teaching settings serving 30+ students with IEPs • Developed and implemented IEPs with measurable goals aligned to grade-level standards • Collaborated with general education teachers on differentiation and accommodations • Used evidence-based interventions including Orton-Gillingham and explicit instruction • Achieved significant student growth on IEP goals and state assessments LAUSD's commitment to inclusive education and serving diverse learners deeply resonates with me. I am particularly drawn to your investment in professional development and multi-tiered support systems. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to discussing how I can support LAUSD students with disabilities. Sincerely, Maria Rodriguez, MA, Education Specialist Credential

Dear Hiring Manager, I am excited to apply for the Special Education Teacher position specializing in Autism Spectrum Disorders at NYC DOE. With dual certification in special education and applied behavior analysis, and 5 years of experience working with students with autism, I am dedicated to supporting neurodivergent learners. At a specialized autism program, I have: • Taught self-contained classroom of 8 students with autism using structured teaching methods • Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans reducing challenging behaviors by 60% • Developed visual supports, social stories, and communication systems for nonverbal students • Collaborated with speech therapists, OTs, and BCBAs on comprehensive programming • Trained paraprofessionals on autism-specific strategies and data collection NYC DOE's commitment to autism services and continuum of placements deeply attract me. I am particularly interested in your ASD Nest and Horizon programs supporting students across the spectrum. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how my autism expertise can benefit NYC students. Best regards, David Chen, MSEd, BCBA

Dear Hiring Committee, I am writing to apply for the Special Education Teacher position in Early Childhood at Montgomery County Public Schools. With certification in early childhood special education and 4 years of experience with preschoolers with disabilities, I am passionate about early intervention. At a public preschool program, I have successfully: • Provided specialized instruction to children ages 3-5 with developmental delays and disabilities • Conducted assessments and developed IEPs addressing communication, motor, and social-emotional needs • Implemented play-based interventions in inclusive classroom settings • Collaborated with early intervention providers ensuring smooth transitions to school-age services • Coached families on strategies to support development at home MCPS's reputation for excellence in special education and early childhood programs deeply inspire me. I am particularly drawn to your inclusive preschool model and family partnership approach. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to discussing how I can support MCPS's youngest learners. Sincerely, Jennifer Park, MEd, ECSE Certified

Dear Hiring Committee, I am excited to apply for the Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments position at Perkins School for the Blind. With TVI certification and 7 years of experience teaching students who are blind or have low vision, I am dedicated to building independence and literacy skills. At a state school for the blind, I have: • Taught braille literacy and assistive technology to students across grade levels • Conducted functional vision assessments and developed individualized learning media plans • Instructed orientation and mobility skills supporting independent travel • Collaborated with teachers on materials adaptation and accessibility • Mentored new TVIs and contributed to statewide professional development Perkins' historic leadership in blind education and innovative programs deeply inspire me. I am particularly drawn to your deafblind program and international training initiatives. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how my TVI experience can serve Perkins students. Warmly, Robert Thompson, MA, TVI, COMS

Dear Hiring Manager, I am writing to express my interest in the Special Education Teacher position for Emotional/Behavioral Disorders at Chicago Public Schools. With LBS1 certification and 5 years of experience supporting students with emotional and behavioral needs, I am committed to creating safe, supportive learning environments. At a therapeutic day school, I have: • Taught academics and social-emotional skills to students with emotional disabilities • Implemented PBIS and trauma-informed practices reducing behavioral incidents by 50% • Developed behavior intervention plans using functional behavior assessment data • Collaborated with social workers, psychologists, and families on wraparound supports • Supported students' successful transitions back to less restrictive placements CPS's commitment to social-emotional learning and diverse support options deeply resonate with me. I am particularly interested in your therapeutic day schools and transition services. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to discussing how I can support CPS students with EBD. Sincerely, Amanda Williams, MEd, LBS1

Dear Hiring Committee, I am excited to apply for the Special Education Teacher position for Intellectual Disabilities at Fairfax County Public Schools. With certification in adapted curriculum and 6 years of experience teaching students with significant cognitive disabilities, I am passionate about functional skill development and community inclusion. At a comprehensive high school, I have successfully: • Taught life skills, vocational training, and functional academics in self-contained setting • Developed individualized transition plans preparing students for post-secondary success • Coordinated community-based instruction and job training experiences • Implemented AAC devices and assistive technology supporting communication and independence • Collaborated with families on transition planning and adult services navigation FCPS's commitment to transition services and inclusive opportunities deeply attract me. I am particularly interested in your Career and Transition Services and Project SEARCH partnerships. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how I can support FCPS students with intellectual disabilities. Best regards, Michael Park, MA, Adapted Curriculum Endorsed

Dear Hiring Manager, I am writing to apply for the Special Education Teacher position focusing on Learning Disabilities at Denver Public Schools. With special education certification and 4 years of experience providing reading intervention, I am dedicated to closing achievement gaps for students with dyslexia and other learning differences. At an elementary school, I have: • Provided intensive reading intervention using Orton-Gillingham and Wilson Reading System • Achieved 1.5+ years reading growth for 80% of students on caseload • Collaborated with classroom teachers on accommodations and Universal Design for Learning • Conducted progress monitoring and adjusted instruction based on data • Led professional development on structured literacy for general education colleagues DPS's commitment to literacy and Multi-Tiered System of Supports deeply resonate with me. I am particularly drawn to your investment in structured literacy training and intervention resources. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to discussing how I can support DPS readers. Sincerely, Emily Chen, MEd, Structured Literacy Certified

Dear Hiring Committee, I am excited to apply for the Teacher position at the Model Secondary School for the Deaf at Gallaudet University. With deaf education certification, ASL fluency, and 5 years of experience teaching deaf and hard-of-hearing students, I am passionate about bilingual education and deaf culture. At a state school for the deaf, I have: • Taught English language arts using ASL as the language of instruction • Developed curriculum bridging ASL and written English literacy • Created visually accessible learning materials and assessments • Supported students' deaf identity development and cultural pride • Collaborated with deaf colleagues modeling professional deaf adults Gallaudet's leadership in deaf education and bilingual philosophy deeply inspire me. I am particularly drawn to MSSD's college preparatory focus and connection to the university community. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how I can contribute to MSSD's mission. Warmly, Sarah Thompson, MA Deaf Education