Need tips for writing introduction letter. I am a new lead teacher in 3yr-old class.?

Question

I will be starting in a week and from what I understand the class I am going into has been going through difficult times and some parents have been upset about the previous teacher. How can I write a good intro that will please the parents and get them excited about all the great things their children will be learning?

Answer 1

Start out by introducing yourself: name, education, qualifications and experience, hobbies, why you choose this field, etc.

Then, talk about your goals and expectations for the class. What do you hope to accomplish?

Then talk about the class structure. What is the schedule like, what are some of the activities you have planned, etc.

Finally, end your letter by encouraging the parents to keep the lines of communication open. Give them your detailed contact info. Let them know that you are open to any comments, criticism, questions, etc. You could also encourage them to visit the classroom and volunteer for special events or activities. Ask for their ideas as well. Maybe have them fill out a paper about their child and what they expect.

I think it would also be a good idea to send out weekly letters updating the parents on their children's progress. Let them know what activities you did, what the children did well, what to expect in the next week, and fun suggestions of what parents can work on at home.

Answer 2

Just make sure you give the letter to your director to approve before sending them out with the parents.

I would start out by telling them a little about yourself, experience, hobbies, what you have planned for their children for this year, how much you enjoy teaching, etc.

You could end with a cute little childrens poem or poem about Teaching children.

Answer 3

I am a parent of a 4 year old who just moved into a new room at his daycare.  What I wanted to hear on the introduction letter from his new teacher was what her name and age was, what kind of schooling and training she has had (especially experiences with children),  what they will be focusing on in the class, and what their daily schedule will consist of hour by hour.  Parents want their kids to be in a structured classroom setting by age 3 to help prepare them for kindergarten.  I have had some of the disappointing teachers, and it is because I do not feel they are keeping my sons day in a structured learning routine, I feel they are not listening to my concerns, and they seem like they just let the kids run around like wild monkeys.  Parents are paying good money for their daycare, and they expect a lot from the teachers in return.  But you must understand that you are setting our kids up for how they will enjoy learning and how they will behave by the time they are in school.  It sounds like a lot of pressure to live up to, but just think of what you would expect for your kid.  Also, always make sure you are talking to and communicating with parents on a daily basis, and if you won't get to see them leave them a note on what their kid learned for the day and how they behaved.  Best of luck!

Answer 4

When I started at my current centre the parents were quite leery of new staff. They had had a horrible experience with the previous supervisor and wanted to know their kids were in good hands. I agonized over my intro letter and as it turned out it was worth my extra time and effort. It really helped break the ice.

Make sure to show your enthusiasm for the job and mention why you choose to work in the child care field. Mention any interesting tidbits about yourself. They are great conversation starters. For example I added a line about my hedgehog. It was a rare pet and parents and kids alike came to ask me about him.

I don't think it's any of the parents business who old you are. That does not effect your ability to do the job. Make sure to mention all your training and experience including extra courses you may have taken since graduating and any training you hope to pursue in the future.  

Discuss your goals for the room and mention you welcome their input. This was huge for me. The previous supervisor did everything on her own and parents were thrilled to hear I was going to be open to suggestions.

Best of luck, it's especially hard to start somewhere new when people are already a little leery of you before you even begin.