Letter of Resignation Samples

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Resignation Letter Notice  - grietgriet at morgueFile
Resignation Letter Notice - grietgriet at morgueFile
The best resignation letters are professional but should also include a sincere goodbye and reason for leaving.

The best resignation letters are written in a positive manner, which will benefit individuals when moving on in a different career path. Following professional letter of resignation samples can help guide individuals to writing good quality resigning letters.

Leaving a job is typically bitter sweet. When taking a new path in life, it can be scary, but also exciting all at the same time. For whatever reason an individual has decided to move on to a new job, the proper way to leave is to give notice with a resign letter.

Resignation Letter Samples – Resignation Letter Notice

When writing a resign letter, it’s best for individuals to give thanks for the opportunities given during employment and good reasons for why it’s necessary to move on. Below is a sample teacher resignation letter. The information should be altered as needed, depending on each individual situation.

Example Teacher Resignation Letter:

Mrs. Leanne Coins

Director of Kindergarten Team

555 Oak Street

Anywhere, AZ 85222

Dear Mrs. Leanne,

This is an official letter of resignation to resign from my teaching position at Sunny Side District effective November 15, 2010.

It has been a true honor to be on your Kindergarten team. Although I am sad to leave such a wonderful school, I feel blessed to have experienced such growth while working by your side at Sunny Side District. I have been offered an opportunity to oversee my own Kindergarten team and I cannot refuse this chance to move up.

Once again, I cannot thank you enough for all you have offered during my time here as a Kindergarten teacher. I have learned many things from your leadership and interpersonal skills. I now feel as though I can confidently move on, due to all you have taught me. Thank you for everything. I hope to stay in touch.

Sincerely,

Signed

Amy Smith

Best Resignation Letter Examples – Resignation Letter Layout

The resignation letter layout should include the individual's (person resigning) name and address at the top center of the letter. Additionally, the employment name and address (recipient information) should be at the left side of the letter. Lastly, it's important that the individual personally sign the letter, when finished.

In order to write the best resignation letter, individuals must stick to respectfully saying goodbye and giving a good reason for moving on. It’s important to leave a job on good terms, as an individual’s past employment will affect their future career opportunities. A professional letter of resignation can help individuals get a good reference.

Sources:

Jobs.co.za “Writing a Resignation Letter

Quint Careers “Free Sample Job Resignation Letter

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Dec 19, 2010 12:19 PM
Guest :
Do you write a resignation letter if you are leaving as a result of opportunities for growth not being present in the job you are leaving? The sample suggests that the person was happy for the opportunity to work with the team and now has made the decision to leave. What if the decision to leave is a result of a lack of support by the management channel and no opportunities for growth as "part of the team?"
Dec 19, 2010 1:47 PM
Bambi Hokanson :

Thank you for commenting on my post.

Yes, you should always write a letter of resignation, but it should not include negative about the company, supervisors, co-workers or subordinates. Remember, it will be included in your employment file and could be shared with potential future employers.
Jan 22, 2011 2:30 AM
Guest :
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