Sample Resignation Letters
Last updated on July 21, 2019
A resignation letter is the last impression an employee leaves behind. So, use these sample resignation letters as templates for your successful resignation letter.
NOTE: If the resignation letter is being sent via Email the subject line should have your full name followed by Resignation. The body may be shorter than a hard copy with just the facts, including the final date of work, the reason for the resignation and the offer of help if there is anything you can do to make the transition easier. End the email with Best regards, your first and last name and your phone number.
NOTE: If the resignation letter is being sent via Email the subject line should have your full name followed by Resignation. The body may be shorter than a hard copy with just the facts, including the final date of work, the reason for the resignation and the offer of help if there is anything you can do to make the transition easier. End the email with Best regards, your first and last name and your phone number.
Resignation Letter for Two Week Notice
Use this sample resignation letter with two week notice as a template for your resignation letter.
[Employee’s Name]
[Employee’s Address]
[City, State, Zip Code]
[Employee’s Position in the Business]
[DATE]
[Manager’s Name]
[Name of Company]
[Address of Company]
[City, State, Zip Code]
Dear [Manager’s Name],
I would like to inform you of my intention to resign from [Name of Position] at [Name of Company], effective two weeks from today, [Today's Date].
I now have an opportunity to develop my skills in areas that are more in line with my long term goals. I thank you for the training, and have enjoyed working under your leadership. It is largely due to the excellent experience I gained working on your team that I'm now able to peruse the growth opportunity in [Job Category].
During the next two weeks, I'm willing to help in every way to make the transition as smooth as possible. This includes assisting in recruiting and training my replacement. Again, it has been a true honor working as a part of your team.
Sincerely,
[Employee’s Signature]
[Employee’s Name Printed]
Use this sample resignation letter with two week notice as a template for your resignation letter.
[Employee’s Name]
[Employee’s Address]
[City, State, Zip Code]
[Employee’s Position in the Business]
[DATE]
[Manager’s Name]
[Name of Company]
[Address of Company]
[City, State, Zip Code]
Dear [Manager’s Name],
I would like to inform you of my intention to resign from [Name of Position] at [Name of Company], effective two weeks from today, [Today's Date].
I now have an opportunity to develop my skills in areas that are more in line with my long term goals. I thank you for the training, and have enjoyed working under your leadership. It is largely due to the excellent experience I gained working on your team that I'm now able to peruse the growth opportunity in [Job Category].
During the next two weeks, I'm willing to help in every way to make the transition as smooth as possible. This includes assisting in recruiting and training my replacement. Again, it has been a true honor working as a part of your team.
Sincerely,
[Employee’s Signature]
[Employee’s Name Printed]
Resignation Letter for Better Opportunity
Use this sample resignation letter for better opportunity as a template for your resignation letter.
Employee’s Name
Employee’s Address
City, State, Zip Code
Employee’s Position in the Business
DATE
Manager’s Name
Name of Company
Address of Company
City, State, Zip Code
Dear Manager’s Name,
This letter is to formally give notice that I am resigning from my job as POSITION in NAME OF COMPANY. I have accepted a new opportunity with a nonprofit organization. My last day of work will be DATE.
I have gained a lot of knowledge and experience by being part of your team and appreciate the time and attention you gave me during my training period. With the skills I have gained working with you, I am confident I could be a project head for an environmental awareness program, and in my future career, I will always remember the support you gave me.
I will do my best to complete on time all the pending work I have and would be happy to help train a new employee. I am fortunate to have been part of NAME OF COMPANY for the past three years and wish you success in the future. Kindly acknowledge this letter, and if you have any questions, I can be reached at 555-123-4567 or at [email protected]
Sincerely,
Employee’s Signature
Employee’s Name Printed
Use this sample resignation letter for better opportunity as a template for your resignation letter.
Employee’s Name
Employee’s Address
City, State, Zip Code
Employee’s Position in the Business
DATE
Manager’s Name
Name of Company
Address of Company
City, State, Zip Code
Dear Manager’s Name,
This letter is to formally give notice that I am resigning from my job as POSITION in NAME OF COMPANY. I have accepted a new opportunity with a nonprofit organization. My last day of work will be DATE.
I have gained a lot of knowledge and experience by being part of your team and appreciate the time and attention you gave me during my training period. With the skills I have gained working with you, I am confident I could be a project head for an environmental awareness program, and in my future career, I will always remember the support you gave me.
I will do my best to complete on time all the pending work I have and would be happy to help train a new employee. I am fortunate to have been part of NAME OF COMPANY for the past three years and wish you success in the future. Kindly acknowledge this letter, and if you have any questions, I can be reached at 555-123-4567 or at [email protected]
Sincerely,
Employee’s Signature
Employee’s Name Printed
Sample Resignation Letter for Family Reasons
Use this sample resignation letter for family reasons as a template for your resignation letter.
Sender’s Name
Sender’s Address
City, State, Zip Code
Email address
DATE
HR or Management Personnel’s Name
Position in the Company
Company’s Name
Company’s Address
City, State, Zip Code
Dear Name of Concerned Person:
This letter is a formal notification that I will be resigning from POSITION OR JOB DESCRIPTION in Name of Company on DATE. My reason for resigning at this time is to take care of serious family issues that only I can resolve. I will not be able to work during that time.
Since I am giving one month’s notice, I will be able to assist in finding and training a replacement. I will faithfully fulfil my responsibilities until DATE.
I have had great job satisfaction working at Name of Company and appreciate your understanding at this trying time. If there is anything I can do even after I leave to further any projects, please don’t hesitate to ask me. I can be reached at PHONE NUMBER or EMAIL ADDRESS.
Sincerely,
Signature of Sender
Printed Name of Sender
Use this sample resignation letter for family reasons as a template for your resignation letter.
Sender’s Name
Sender’s Address
City, State, Zip Code
Email address
DATE
HR or Management Personnel’s Name
Position in the Company
Company’s Name
Company’s Address
City, State, Zip Code
Dear Name of Concerned Person:
This letter is a formal notification that I will be resigning from POSITION OR JOB DESCRIPTION in Name of Company on DATE. My reason for resigning at this time is to take care of serious family issues that only I can resolve. I will not be able to work during that time.
Since I am giving one month’s notice, I will be able to assist in finding and training a replacement. I will faithfully fulfil my responsibilities until DATE.
I have had great job satisfaction working at Name of Company and appreciate your understanding at this trying time. If there is anything I can do even after I leave to further any projects, please don’t hesitate to ask me. I can be reached at PHONE NUMBER or EMAIL ADDRESS.
Sincerely,
Signature of Sender
Printed Name of Sender
Sample Resignation Letter Due to Health Issues
Use this sample resignation letter due to health issues as a template for your resignation letter.
[Your Name]
[Your Full Address]
[Your Phone Number]
[Your Email]
[Date]
[Company Name]
[Title of Addressee]
[Organization]
[Full Company Address]
It is with great regret that I must inform you that in two weeks’ time I am resigning from the position of Art Department Director. I understand that my departure will cause a disruption, and I will do everything in my power to facilitate the smooth transition of duties to my replacement.
My decision to resign is not due to any shortcomings from this company, but to a recent diagnosis of a severe health problem. I was advised by my physician to cease working as soon as possible. With much consideration, I must agree with my doctor’s recommendation, because I cannot function at the typical level that I have no doubt you have come to expect, and focus on my health at the same time.
While working here, the support and encouragement I have received and the connections I have made, both professional and personal, have been invaluable. I will miss the challenging nature of my work and the enjoyable atmosphere and coworkers. I will always be grateful.
Sincerely,
[Your Signature]
[Your Full Name]
[Your Job Title]
Use this sample resignation letter due to health issues as a template for your resignation letter.
[Your Name]
[Your Full Address]
[Your Phone Number]
[Your Email]
[Date]
[Company Name]
[Title of Addressee]
[Organization]
[Full Company Address]
It is with great regret that I must inform you that in two weeks’ time I am resigning from the position of Art Department Director. I understand that my departure will cause a disruption, and I will do everything in my power to facilitate the smooth transition of duties to my replacement.
My decision to resign is not due to any shortcomings from this company, but to a recent diagnosis of a severe health problem. I was advised by my physician to cease working as soon as possible. With much consideration, I must agree with my doctor’s recommendation, because I cannot function at the typical level that I have no doubt you have come to expect, and focus on my health at the same time.
While working here, the support and encouragement I have received and the connections I have made, both professional and personal, have been invaluable. I will miss the challenging nature of my work and the enjoyable atmosphere and coworkers. I will always be grateful.
Sincerely,
[Your Signature]
[Your Full Name]
[Your Job Title]
Sample Resignation Letter for Teacher
Use this sample resignation letter for teacher as a template for your resignation letter.
Teacher’s Name
Teacher’s Address
City, State, Zip Code
DATE
Principal’s Name
School’s Name
School’s Address
City, State, Zip Code
Dear Principal’s Name:
This letter is my formal notice that I am resigning from my job as high school Art Teacher in Name of School. My last day of attendance will be DATE, which is the last day of this school year. I have decided to accept the position of Curator of the City Fine Arts Museum.
I enjoy teaching, and would be happy to organize art workshops connected with the Museum for your students if it would be considered useful. I sincerely appreciate the freedom and support you have given me in the teaching of art and appreciate the seriousness with which you promote fine arts in the school. I hope I can continue to contribute to your curriculum.
Thank you for the wonderful experience of teaching art in your esteemed school.
Sincerely,
Signature of Teacher
Printed Name of Teacher
Sample Resignation Letter for Dental Hygienist
Use this sample resignation letter for dental hygienist as a template for your resignation letter.
Julia Weissburg
7303 Reinhardt St. Apt 212
Elmhurst, IL 60126
Dr. Brian Cody, DDS
2313 Stetson Ave.
Elmhurst, IL 60126
DATE
Dear Dr. Cody,
I regret to inform you that I must resign from my position as a dental hygienist at Cody Dental Clinic effective DATE.
While I have valued the time I have spent as an employee of Cody Dental Clinic, I have been offered another position with a higher salary. In the current economy, I cannot in good conscience turn down such an opportunity.
I greatly appreciate your professionalism and the knowledge I've gained while working with you in the past, and I hope someday we might be able to work together again.
Sincerely,
Julia Weissburg
Use this sample resignation letter for dental hygienist as a template for your resignation letter.
Julia Weissburg
7303 Reinhardt St. Apt 212
Elmhurst, IL 60126
Dr. Brian Cody, DDS
2313 Stetson Ave.
Elmhurst, IL 60126
DATE
Dear Dr. Cody,
I regret to inform you that I must resign from my position as a dental hygienist at Cody Dental Clinic effective DATE.
While I have valued the time I have spent as an employee of Cody Dental Clinic, I have been offered another position with a higher salary. In the current economy, I cannot in good conscience turn down such an opportunity.
I greatly appreciate your professionalism and the knowledge I've gained while working with you in the past, and I hope someday we might be able to work together again.
Sincerely,
Julia Weissburg
Sample Resignation Letter for Accountant
Use this sample resignation letter for accountant as a template for your resignation letter.
Your Boss's Name
Boss's Title
Company Name
Dear Boss’s Name:
This wasn’t an easy decision, because I am grateful for the rewarding employment I’ve had with [company name]. But after long hours of consideration, I realize an offer to serve as corporate accountant of a Fortune 500 company is too great of an opportunity to decline.
I would like to help with the transition of my accounting and finance responsibilities so that systems continue to function smoothly after my departure. I am available to help train my replacement, and I will make certain that all accounting and finance reports are updated before my departure.
Sincerely,
Your signature
Your typed name
Use this sample resignation letter for accountant as a template for your resignation letter.
Your Boss's Name
Boss's Title
Company Name
Dear Boss’s Name:
This wasn’t an easy decision, because I am grateful for the rewarding employment I’ve had with [company name]. But after long hours of consideration, I realize an offer to serve as corporate accountant of a Fortune 500 company is too great of an opportunity to decline.
I would like to help with the transition of my accounting and finance responsibilities so that systems continue to function smoothly after my departure. I am available to help train my replacement, and I will make certain that all accounting and finance reports are updated before my departure.
Sincerely,
Your signature
Your typed name
Sample Resignation Letter for Dental Assistant
Use this sample resignation letter for dental assistant as a template for your resignation letter.
Dental Office Name
Dental Office Address
Attn: Human Resources
Dear Administrator,
This letter is to notify you that I am resigning from [Office Name] as a [dental assistant]. [Date] will be my last day of employment.
I have accepted a position with another dental office that will further my growth and development in my career. Working at [Office Name] has been an enriching and rewarding experience. The growth and learning opportunities that have come my way at [Office Name] are invaluable and I am truly grateful.
During the next two weeks, I am willing to help you in any way to make the transition as smooth as possible. This includes assisting in recruiting and training my replacement. Please let me know if there is anything specific that you would like me to do.
Yours respectfully,
Your signature
Your typed name
Use this sample resignation letter for dental assistant as a template for your resignation letter.
Dental Office Name
Dental Office Address
Attn: Human Resources
Dear Administrator,
This letter is to notify you that I am resigning from [Office Name] as a [dental assistant]. [Date] will be my last day of employment.
I have accepted a position with another dental office that will further my growth and development in my career. Working at [Office Name] has been an enriching and rewarding experience. The growth and learning opportunities that have come my way at [Office Name] are invaluable and I am truly grateful.
During the next two weeks, I am willing to help you in any way to make the transition as smooth as possible. This includes assisting in recruiting and training my replacement. Please let me know if there is anything specific that you would like me to do.
Yours respectfully,
Your signature
Your typed name
Sample Resignation Letter for Call Center Representative
Use this sample resignation letter for call center representative as a template for your resignation letter.
Today’s Date
Your Manager's Name
Manager's Title
Call Center Name
Dear Mr./Ms. Manager:
This is to inform you that I have accepted a position in another call center. Therefore, I would like to offer my resignation dated [date].
I appreciate the professional development and growth from [Call Center Name], and in particular, from you. Your mentoring support has encouraged me, and I hope that we will continue our relationship as I move forward in my career.
I wish you continued growth and success in the future.
Sincerely,
Your signature
Your typed name
Use this sample resignation letter for call center representative as a template for your resignation letter.
Today’s Date
Your Manager's Name
Manager's Title
Call Center Name
Dear Mr./Ms. Manager:
This is to inform you that I have accepted a position in another call center. Therefore, I would like to offer my resignation dated [date].
I appreciate the professional development and growth from [Call Center Name], and in particular, from you. Your mentoring support has encouraged me, and I hope that we will continue our relationship as I move forward in my career.
I wish you continued growth and success in the future.
Sincerely,
Your signature
Your typed name
Sample Resignation Letter for Security Guard
Use this sample resignation letter for security guard as a template for your resignation letter.
Today’s Date
Manager's Name
Manager's Title
Company Name
Dear Mr./Ms. Manager:
Please accept this letter of resignation from the position of security guard, effective two weeks from today. My last day at [Company Name] will be [date].
I have accepted a position with another website that will further my growth and development in my career. I have enjoyed working at [company name] and will miss my colleagues. However, this new position will challenge my growth and further my career.
During the next two weeks, I am willing to help you in any way to make the transition as smooth as possible. This includes assisting in recruiting and training my replacement. Please let me know if there is anything specific that you would like me to do.
Again, it has been a pleasure working as a part of your website.
Best regards,
Your signature
Your typed name
Use this sample resignation letter for security guard as a template for your resignation letter.
Today’s Date
Manager's Name
Manager's Title
Company Name
Dear Mr./Ms. Manager:
Please accept this letter of resignation from the position of security guard, effective two weeks from today. My last day at [Company Name] will be [date].
I have accepted a position with another website that will further my growth and development in my career. I have enjoyed working at [company name] and will miss my colleagues. However, this new position will challenge my growth and further my career.
During the next two weeks, I am willing to help you in any way to make the transition as smooth as possible. This includes assisting in recruiting and training my replacement. Please let me know if there is anything specific that you would like me to do.
Again, it has been a pleasure working as a part of your website.
Best regards,
Your signature
Your typed name
Sample Resignation Letter for Nurse
Use this sample resignation letter for nurse as a template for your resignation letter.
Hospital Name
Hospital Address
Attn: Human Resources
Dear Hospital Administrator,
Please accept this as my formal resignation letter from my position as nurse to be effective from [date]. I have scheduled my resignation from your hospital a month from now, which will allow me sufficient time to prepare my successor to take over my position.
I wish to thank you and all my colleagues at [Hospital Name]l for all your help, professional courtesy, and support. I have immensely enjoyed working here as the head nurse for the past six years, and my experience with this hospital has been greatly rewarding.
You probably already know the reason I am leaving is due to our moving to another state. But I wanted to state officially that my resignation is in no way to be perceived as my being unhappy or dissatisfied with the job, its responsibilities, or leadership of [Hospital Name].
I wish you and the rest of the administrative team continued success, and I want to take this opportunity again to thank you for permitting me to be part of the team.
Sincerely,
Your signature
Your typed name
Use this sample resignation letter for nurse as a template for your resignation letter.
Hospital Name
Hospital Address
Attn: Human Resources
Dear Hospital Administrator,
Please accept this as my formal resignation letter from my position as nurse to be effective from [date]. I have scheduled my resignation from your hospital a month from now, which will allow me sufficient time to prepare my successor to take over my position.
I wish to thank you and all my colleagues at [Hospital Name]l for all your help, professional courtesy, and support. I have immensely enjoyed working here as the head nurse for the past six years, and my experience with this hospital has been greatly rewarding.
You probably already know the reason I am leaving is due to our moving to another state. But I wanted to state officially that my resignation is in no way to be perceived as my being unhappy or dissatisfied with the job, its responsibilities, or leadership of [Hospital Name].
I wish you and the rest of the administrative team continued success, and I want to take this opportunity again to thank you for permitting me to be part of the team.
Sincerely,
Your signature
Your typed name
Sample Resignation Letter for Teacher Assistant
Use this sample resignation letter for teacher assistant as a template for your resignation letter.
Today’s Date
School Name
Address
City, State, Zip Code
Dear Superintendent:
I am writing to inform the school that I will be leaving my position. Unfortunately, my health is deteriorating and I feel it would be in my best interests to resign from my position as teacher assistant.
I have enjoyed teaching at the school. It has been both a rewarding and memorable experience. I have always given students 100% of my knowledge and attention to help them to excel in their educations.
In this career, I have also learned much about myself. I realized that I made a great choice when I became a teacher assistant and an even better choice when I accepted the position at this school.
With great dismay, I must give my resignation letter and with much respect, I have appreciated the opportunity that was given to me. Hopefully, I will be replaced by someone with the same passion for knowledge and teaching that I had.
Best regards,
Your signature
Your typed name
by Andre Bradley
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Use this sample resignation letter for teacher assistant as a template for your resignation letter.
Today’s Date
School Name
Address
City, State, Zip Code
Dear Superintendent:
I am writing to inform the school that I will be leaving my position. Unfortunately, my health is deteriorating and I feel it would be in my best interests to resign from my position as teacher assistant.
I have enjoyed teaching at the school. It has been both a rewarding and memorable experience. I have always given students 100% of my knowledge and attention to help them to excel in their educations.
In this career, I have also learned much about myself. I realized that I made a great choice when I became a teacher assistant and an even better choice when I accepted the position at this school.
With great dismay, I must give my resignation letter and with much respect, I have appreciated the opportunity that was given to me. Hopefully, I will be replaced by someone with the same passion for knowledge and teaching that I had.
Best regards,
Your signature
Your typed name
by Andre Bradley
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