If you are applying to academic jobs, you need an academic resume (a CV) and an academic cover letter!

Your cover letter is your first impression — and in higher education, that first impression matters. It’s where your voice, experience, and teaching philosophy come together to show hiring committees why you belong on their faculty.

At Faculty Job Tools, your cover letter is personally written by Dr. Dani Babb, a recognized leader in higher education hiring and author of Make Money Teaching Online. This is the only company where Dr. Babb personally writes every cover letter, applying two decades of experience helping faculty secure teaching roles across colleges and universities.

Each letter is customized to highlight your strengths, align with your discipline, and speak directly to what hiring deans and department chairs are looking for. Our process is continuously refined through direct conversations with academic hiring leaders, ensuring your application reflects the latest expectations in higher ed.

You’ll receive a polished, persuasive cover letter that captures who you are as an educator — helping you stand out, get noticed, and get hired.