Retiree needs a job. What type of resume do I need?

Bennie · 10-27-2008 , 09:31 AM

I have been retired for a number of years. I worked as a teacher of both young and high school students and finally was department head of the library services in a large high school.
I have some ideas for jobs but when asked for a resume the typical formats don't really apply. How should I set out a summary of experiences and accomplishments?

Bennie

NicoleMiller · 10-27-2008 , 10:41 AM

Hi Bennie,

I would recommend starting with a functional resume. We have an article titled Make Your Skills Stand Out with a Functional Resume. This article outlines the benefits of this type of resume and it would be perfect for you since you are going to re-enter the work force after a leave. A functional resume allows you to highlight your skills versus the jobs you have held.

Good luck with your job search!

Bennie · 10-27-2008 , 11:43 AM

Thank you Nicole. I was heading towards that format.
Bennie

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10-27-2008 , 09:31 AM
Bennie Offline OA Spectator Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 2	Retiree needs a job. What type of resume do I need? I have been retired for a number of years. I worked as a teacher of both young and high school students and finally was department head of the library services in a large high school. I have some ideas for jobs but when asked for a resume the typical formats don't really apply. How should I set out a summary of experiences and accomplishments? Bennie

10-27-2008 , 10:41 AM
NicoleMiller Offline Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 255	Re: Retiree needs a job. What type of resume do I need? Hi Bennie, I would recommend starting with a functional resume. We have an article titled Make Your Skills Stand Out with a Functional Resume. This article outlines the benefits of this type of resume and it would be perfect for you since you are going to re-enter the work force after a leave. A functional resume allows you to highlight your skills versus the jobs you have held. Good luck with your job search!

10-27-2008 , 11:43 AM
Bennie Offline OA Spectator Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 2	Re: Retiree needs a job. What type of resume do I need? Thank you Nicole. I was heading towards that format. Bennie


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