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Teacher Resignation Letter

Use this letter when you are a teacher leaving a school. Resignation deadlines are often tied to term or school-year dates, so read your contract and the school's policy for the date you must meet. Address the head teacher or principal, give your last day, and describe how you will hand over classes.

When to use it

You are a teacher leaving at the end of a term or school year.

The template

Replace everything in [square brackets] with your own details before you send it.

[Date] Dear [Head teacher or Principal's name], I am writing to resign from my position as [Subject or role] teacher at [School name]. My last working day will be [Last working day], at the end of [term or school year]. Thank you for the support and trust I have received. I have valued working with the students and with my colleagues, and I will remember my time here fondly. Before I leave, I will prepare lesson plans, schemes of work, assessment records and class notes so my successor has what they need. I will also support my classes through [exams or the end of term], and I am happy to help with the transition in any other way. Kind regards, [Your name]

Notice periods depend on your employment contract and local law. Check both before you choose your last working day.

Tips

Check the resignation deadline in your contract or the school's policy before you pick a date.
Speak to the head teacher or principal first, then send the letter.
Do not tell students or parents until the school has decided how and when to announce it.
Leave clear materials, marks and notes on students who need extra support.
Ask for a reference from your head or department lead.

Mistakes to avoid

Missing the resignation deadline for the term or school year.
Telling students or parents before the school has announced it.

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