But don't use more than a couple of typefaces, a couple of type sizes, and boldface and italic. You should tailor your resume to each vacancy for which you are applying. Generic resumes are not likely to grab employers' attention. Ask yourself what particular skills you have that are especially appropriate for the job you are considering. Remember that you must be able to document accomplishments for each of the skills you list on your resume.
Employers assume that past performance predicts future performance.
Use strong action verbs to describe your achievements. Coordinated visits by ten storytellers, musicians, and makers of traditional crafts to fifteen schools, reaching 4,500 students. Be sure your descriptions are clear and precise. Employers like to see a fairly straightforward list of a candidate's employment and educational history. But a chronological resume encourages employers to focus on job titles.