Introduction and invitation to apply

APPENDIX C.4a
Letter of Introduction and Invitation to Apply to Program for Eligible Teacher Candidates

Draft Letter of Introduction and Invitation to Apply to the MTRP for Eligible Teacher Candidates
[First Name] [Last Name]
[School]
[School Address]
[City], [State] [Zip]
Dear [Name]:
Congratulations! On behalf of [District Name], we are pleased to inform you that you are one of a select few
outstanding teachers being invited to submit an application for our new Master Teacher Residency Program (MTRP)
initiative.
The Master Teacher Residency Program is a highly selective, initiative that recognizes current teachers who have a
track record of contributing to student achievement gains by offering them the opportunity to use their skills in lowperforming schools – where they are needed most and can have the most profound impact.
You have been invited to apply to the program because of your extraordinary achievements with students, your
demonstrated teaching expertise and your commitment to the children of [District Name]. As a Master Teacher
Residency Program teacher, you will join a network of other high-performing [District Name] teachers who share
your dedication and commitment to increasing student achievement. This network will first convene for a half day
before the start of the next school year to discuss strategies to facilitate a smooth transition to your new school.
For more information and to apply to the program, please visit our Web site at [Website address] to submit a brief
online application, which should take no more than 15 – 20 minutes, and will be shared with the principals at
participating schools. You should receive your Master Teacher Residency Program application username and
password via your [District name] email account by [Date]. The application will require you to:
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Provide basic information about your background and experiences
Upload a current resume
Respond to two short questions pertaining to your interest in and qualifications for teaching at a lowperforming school.

The application deadline for the program is [Date]; however, we encourage you to apply as early as possible, as space
in the program is extremely limited.
Once again, we congratulate you on being identified among the most effective teachers in our district at generating
academic gains for your students and encourage you to submit your application to the Master Teacher Residency
Program. As an Master Teacher Residency Program teacher, you will assume a critical role in the lives of students at
one of our lowest-performing schools and will have the opportunity to apply your skills where they can have the
greatest impact. Please feel free to contact [Name and title of district program manager] with any questions at [email
address] or [telephone]. [District name] is looking forward to working with you to help our students succeed.
Sincerely,
[Name]
Superintendent, [District Name]

[Name]
Program Manager, Master Teacher Residency Program