For three years, I have written three application letters to the same institution where I applied as a secondary school teacher. I guess, in these letters I have written, you will see the changes that happened to me.
Here is the second letter I wrote:
April 28, 2008
For a long time, I have nurtured the ream of serving my alma mater and sharing to my fellow %^&*#hons the treasure-chest of knowledge I have diligently collected over the years.
The very reason that I took a bachelor’s degree in education lies in the heart of the school where I graduated from. I had great teachers and a great training and I wish for the next generation of %^&*#hons to experience the same excellent education I had. Failing to serve where my love for education blossomed is almost synonymous to not heeding my mission and my calling.
I am (etcetera) and I graduated with a (whatever) from (wherever) last March 2006. I was awarded a Proficiency in English Award (Secondary) and Outstanding Student Teacher in English Award (Secondary) by the same institution.
In the same year, I took and passed the Licensure Examination for Teachers with a rating of 85.60%.
I have come to apply as a (whatever). I am very willing to come for an interview at any time you find convenient. I can be reached at this number: etc.
Thank you very much.
I was almost desperate at that point. In that letter, I was almost begging the school to take me in since I was so damn willing and eager to do anything for that dream. A dream which was nipped in its bud before it has even had time to flourish.
April 13, 2009
I would like apply for a post of Communication Arts Teacher (English) in your school.
I earned the degree Bachelor of Secondary Education (English) from (where I graduated)last March 2006. I graduated with a General Weighted Average of 1.49.
I took and passed the Philippine Licensure Examination for Teachers (PLET) on the same year with a General Average Rating of 85.60%.
I have served as a Secondary School Teacher in English I, this year, under the (blank,blank,blank)Local School Board.
Enclosed herewith is my resume which outlines my education, references and other pertinent information.
I know I have what it takes to help the school achieve its aims and ideals. I am also very much willing to learn and work hard if I am granted the opportunity to work in this school.
May God bless you.
To those who know me well, the letter sounds (or reads) so unlike me. It sounds bold, and brash and really confident. It also is direct to the point and seems very, very sure of himself (or herself).
Well, after three application letters sent to the same school (which happens to be my beloved Alma Mater), I guess you do get tired of trying to impress them with all your flowery words and credentials and your desire to truly serve it with all your heart and soul.
I have grown weary of waiting and the school has mad me feel very little, very tiny, very small and very insignificant.
Nanay and I also had a really weird argument over my lack of interest to prepare my application letter. She told me to have my certificates photocopied but I was not interested anymore and I don’t really know why.
I guess the two year experience has disappointed and disillusioned me. It will really take a miracle to bring back the faith I lost in the power and vision of teaching.
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