Teacher resume example
School leaders want to see your subject, age range, qualifications and the progress your students made. This teacher resume example works for local and international school applications.
Called a CV in the UK, Ireland, India, Africa, Australia and many other places, and a resume in North America. The layout below works for both.
Thandiwe Mokoena
Secondary Mathematics Teacher | Ages 11 to 18 | IGCSE and A Level
Johannesburg, South Africa thandiwe.mokoena@example.com
Summary
Qualified secondary maths teacher with eight years' experience in public and international schools. Skilled at making maths approachable, using data to target support, and raising exam results. Looking for a role in an international school.
Skills
- Mathematics (ages 11 to 18)
- Cambridge IGCSE and A Level
- Differentiated instruction
- Assessment and data tracking
- Classroom management
- Google Classroom
- Parent communication
- Mentoring new teachers
- Extracurricular clubs
- Inclusive education
Experience
Mathematics Teacher and Head of Year 10
Jan 2021 to Present
Kingsview International School, Johannesburg, South Africa
- Teach 5 classes of IGCSE and A Level maths, around 130 students in total.
- IGCSE pass rate (grades A* to C) rose from 78% to 91% over 3 years in my classes.
- Lead pastoral care for 110 Year 10 students and a team of 5 form tutors.
- Started a maths club that sent 12 students to a national olympiad in 2024.
Mathematics Teacher
Jan 2017 to Dec 2020
Ubuntu Community High School, Johannesburg, South Africa
- Taught classes of up to 42 learners in Grades 8 to 12.
- Ran Saturday revision sessions that helped raise the Grade 12 maths pass rate by 14 points.
- Mentored 4 student teachers through their school placements.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), Secondary MathematicsUniversity of the Highveld, Johannesburg, South Africa
2016
Bachelor of Science in MathematicsUniversity of the Highveld, Johannesburg, South Africa
2015
Certifications
- Registered with the national teaching council
- Cambridge Assessment marker training
- Child Safeguarding Level 2
Languages
English (fluent) · isiZulu (native) · Sesotho (conversational)
This example is fictional: the person, employers and figures are invented to show good structure. Use it as a guide and write your own, true details.
What makes this resume work
- 1Subject, age range and exam boards are in the headline, which is how schools filter applicants.
- 2Student results are shown as before-and-after numbers, the strongest evidence a teacher can give.
- 3Pastoral and leadership work is included, which helps for promotion or international roles.
- 4Safeguarding training is listed, which most schools must check.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Describing lessons in general terms without any student outcomes.
- Leaving out your teaching qualification and registration.
- Using a generic letter instead of mentioning the school's curriculum and values.
Applying for a teacher job?
Pair your resume with a short, specific cover letter. See the teacher cover letter example, or draft your own with the cover letter generator.
Questions people ask
Should a teacher resume include a teaching philosophy?
A short sentence in your summary or cover letter is enough. Most schools prefer concrete evidence such as results, clubs and responsibilities over a long philosophy statement.
What do international schools look for?
A recognised teaching qualification, experience with their curriculum (such as IGCSE, IB or a national system), safeguarding training and willingness to join extracurricular life.