If you visit this blog somewhat frequently, you know that I have a propensity to mix current entries with bits of my past. I know I'll never write an autobiography, at least in a traditional form. Over the long term, if I keep this up, all the things I could possibly say will probably spill out here.I placed my archive CD was in a drive. I usually gravitate to the older sub-folders. This time, however, I chose something from Vancouver. I noticed a MS Write document written in August of the year of our arrival. I had used an internal fax modem to get it to its destination.
The original was typed a whole decade ago so very few of the details are still accurate.
#903 838 Agnes Street
New Westminster, BC V3M 6R3
Telephone: (604) 524-6197
Internet Email: dhurd@intergate.bc.ca
August 11, 1996
Director, Human Resources
Pitman Business College
Fax: 685-9879
Dear sir/madam,
I have recently arrived in the Vancouver area. For the previous fifteen years, I have been involved in extensive ESL teaching in the Persian Gulf. My most recent five years have been spent with the Higher Colleges of Technology in the United Arab Emirates. This is a trend-setting, post educational institution and it was very professionally rewarding to work there.
Now, I would like to be considered for employment with Pitman. I feel that my experiences will integrate well with your objectives. I am an excellent teacher in a classroom environment. My prior involvement with computer instruction, as well as, experience in creating and implementing teaching materials will be an asset for your institution.
Please feel free to take a look at the web version of my resume. It utilises browser frames and is available at http://intergate.bc.ca/personal/dhurd/. Additionally, I would like to forward letters of reference or other materials that will give you a better idea of my qualifications. I look forward to setting up an appointment so we may discuss how I can best contribute to the goals of Pitman Business College.
Respectfully,
Dennis S. Hurd
PS. By the way, I did get a job after faxing this document and worked at Pitman for a year. I devised and taught a program for non-immigrant ESL students on visitor visas. The school no longer exists.