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A must read for substitute teachers! This guide has helpful tips for people who are just starting to substitute teach, and is a great review for those who have been in the profession for many years. Randy Sprick writes excellent advice for all educators, not just substitute teachers. Many of Dr. Sprick's suggestions are also recommended by dozens of other educational theorists. The book is an easy read, with five well organized chapters. Important points that should be focused on are often set aside in a "take note" box. Any form that is referenced is located in the back of the book, for substitute teachers to copy and use on their own.
By starting out mentioning how difficult a substitute teacher's job is, Dr. Sprick quickly gains the attention and respect of the reader. It is refreshing to read a book that starts out sympathizing with the reader's profession. The book then jumps into telling the reader what information he or she should know. Dr. Sprick smartly points out that there is information that a "well-prepared school or teacher" might have, and that if the information is not available, this is the information a substitute teacher should find. The book then lists excellent Dos and Don'ts. While not all Dos and Don'ts for substitute teaching could possibly be listed, this book lists many important ones. One important Do that is listed is "Present a professional appearance". There are then several paragraphs explaining how to dress professionally. This chapter also comes with some handy, usable End-of-Day Report forms. Student behavior, one of the hardest issues about being a substitute teacher, is clearly addressed. Several ways of managing or dealing with student behavior are given. Of course, no book is complete without every substitute teacher's favorite phrase, "that's not how my teacher does it!" After giving the reader a plan of action for how prevent that phrase from being uttered, a few more important points are addressed.
From cover to cover, the book has only helpful information to substitute teachers. By keeping the information limited to realistic stituations and advice that is easily utilized, the reader is more apt to keep reading when the suggestions are ones that can actually be followed.
Every substitute teacher should have this book on their bookshelf.
"Stepping In provides practical applications to help substitutes achieve success in the classroom. Key insights into the dos and don'ts of substitute teaching--along with tools for motivation and lessons in classroom management--create immediate benefits that have a direct impact on student learning and behavior."
A must read for substitute teachers! This guide has helpful tips for people who are just starting to substitute teach, and is a great review for those who have been in the profession for many years. Randy Sprick writes excellent advice for all educators, not just substitute teachers. Many of Dr. Sprick's suggestions are also recommended by dozens of other educational theorists. The book is an easy read, with five well organized chapters. Important points that should be focused on are often set aside in a "take note" box. Any form that is referenced is located in the back of the book, for substitute teachers to copy and use on their own.