Writing a Follow-Up Email After a Teacher Interview

A follow-up email after an interview is a way to show your appreciation, interest, and professionalism as a teacher. It can also help you address any questions or concerns that you reflect on and feel were not fully answered during the interview. It is a last chance to highlight your strengths and qualifications for the position. It requires you to consciously remember the names of the panel and what you were asked. We have written more interview tips and ideas in our longer teacher recruitment article. Find out more about writing a teacher interview thank you email below.

What Should I Include in a Follow-Up Email?

Some of the things that should be included in a follow-up thank you email after a teacher interview are:

• A clear and catchy subject line that mentions the position and your name
• A polite and personalised greeting that addresses a member or members of the interview panel by name
• A brief thank you note that expresses your gratitude for the opportunity and the interview
• A summary of why you are interested in the position and why you are a good fit for the school and the students
• A reference to any specific points or topics that were discussed during the interview, and how they relate to your teaching philosophy and goals
• A request for any additional information or clarification that you may need, or an offer to provide any additional documents or references that may be helpful
• A closing statement that reiterates your enthusiasm and availability, and invites the interviewer to contact you with any questions or feedback
• A professional sign-off that includes your full name and contact details.

What’s the Point of a follow-up Email?

• Show your appreciation and respect for the interviewer and the school
• Remind the interviewer of your qualifications and skills, and how they match the position and the school’s needs
• Demonstrate your interest and enthusiasm for the position and the school
• Reinforce your communication and writing skills and your attention to detail
• Stand out from other candidates who may not send a follow-up email
• Increase your chances of getting a positive response or a second interview

Example Follow-Up Thank You Email For a Teacher Job

Here is an example of a follow-up email for a teacher position:

Subject Line: Thank you for the interview – Jane Smith, Maths Teacher

Dear Mr. Jones,

I am writing to thank you for the opportunity to interview for the maths teacher position at your School yesterday. I enjoyed meeting you and learning more about your school’s vision, curriculum, and student body.

I am very interested in joining your team of dedicated and innovative educators. I believe that my experience in teaching maths to diverse learners, my passion for integrating technology and project-based learning, and my commitment to fostering a positive and collaborative classroom culture would make me a valuable asset to your school and your students.

I was particularly impressed by the way you described the school’s approach to maths instruction, and how you use data-driven and differentiated strategies to meet the needs and interests of each student. This aligns with my teaching philosophy and goals, and I would love to contribute to your efforts to improve student achievement and engagement in maths.

If you need any additional information from me, such as references, transcripts, or sample lesson plans, please let me know. I would be happy to provide them.

Thank you again for your time and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely,

Jane Smith

When Should I send a Follow-Up Email?

You should send a follow-up email within 24 hours after an interview, some schools will make a decision that day, and the more candidates who attended the interview the longer you may have to send it. If it was less than 4 I would try and send the follow-up email that day. This shows your appreciation, interest, and professionalism as a potential employee. You can also use the follow-up email to summarize your qualifications, address any concerns, and provide additional information or documents if needed.

If you don’t hear back from the interviewer after a reasonable amount of time (usually about two weeks), you can send another follow-up email to politely inquire about the status of the position. This can help you demonstrate your continued interest and enthusiasm, as well as remind the interviewer of your candidacy. Good luck!