Substitute Teaching: A Handbook for Hassle-Free Subbing [Paperback]

Barbara Pronin (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0312774842 | ISBN-13: 978-0312774844 | Publication Date: November 15, 1983

The book that tells everything you need to know for a successful and rewarding part-time career:

What a sub does
How to qualify (it's easier than you think)
What you'll earn
How to ensure you'll work as much as you want, and where and when you want
The four keys to good subbing

Plus: A sub's bag of tricks-a wealth of brainteasers, puzzles, games, instant arts and crafts, creative play, indoor sports for rainy days, and ways to use your own special talents to keep students productively-and happily-occupied.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"This excellent 'state-of-the-art' handbook is also a practical first-aid manual for prospective and practicing elementary school per diem subs...compact, realistic, and immensely readable. Highly recommended." --Library Journal

"I find Substitute Teaching an excellent reference for substitute teachers. A book like this has been needed for a long time." --J. Ronald West, President, National Council of State Consultants in Elementary Education

"Barbara Pronin has written a lively, interesting, and above all, useful guide that every substitute teacher (and principal, too!) would do well to read." --Samuel G. Sava, Executive Director, National Association of Elementary School Principals

"To be effective, substitutes must be prepared, flexible, and appreciate the importance of their responsibilities. This book by Barbara Pronin provides key information and ideas that could help in our quest to provide a quality education for each child." --Paul B. Salmon, Executive Director, American Association of School Administrators

"An enthusiastic substitute teacher, Pronin offers a guide to others interested in subbing as a part-time career...her guide should give substitute teachers a basis from which to begin." --Booklist

About the Author

Barbara Pronin, who has been an actress and a probation officer, now combines writing, motherhood, and substitute teaching. She lives in West Covina, California.

Product Details

• Paperback: 241 pages
• Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin (November 15, 1983)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0312774842
• ISBN-13: 978-0312774844
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #412,387 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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58 of 60 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Outdated, unrealistic info, a few good activity ideas, December 10, 1999

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Melissa Gaeta (Lancaster, PA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Substitute Teaching: A Handbook for Hassle-Free Subbing (Paperback)

I bought this book looking for more easy activity ideas for subbing. I was quite dissappointed. There were only a few pages at the end devoted to activities. The remainder of the book consisted of general sub info, maybe of some worth to someone who is looking to get into the field, with no experience. I've only been subbing a few months and none of this info was helpful. The author conveyed the false sense that all you need to have a good day is a cheery attitude and a "bag of tricks." That may work in some classrooms, but not in many I've experienced. In 1983, when the book was published, classrooms were significantly different. Also, the salaries she quotes, after admitting she only polled a few schools to get an "average," were extremely outdated. I make twice the pay she quoted to be on the "high" end, and I am being paid low for a sub in my area. I will be returning this book promptly.

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A helpful guide for grades K-6 subs, August 25, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Substitute Teaching: A Handbook for Hassle-Free Subbing (Paperback)

Most of the ideas are easy to implement with little or no preparation. Lots of good information in here, but be warned - it is definitely directed at K-6. There are about 8 pages of middle and high school related information.

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars A Book On Lion Training Would Have Helped Better, January 7, 2002

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Hillari Hunter "Westside Tomboy" (Chicago, IL United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Substitute Teaching: A Handbook for Hassle-Free Subbing (Paperback)

I read this book before I spent one horrible, frustrating year substitute teaching. Not helpful; I believe this book assumes that everyone will teach in a school where kids are well-behaved most of the time and school administrations will acknowledge the subs whom they need desperately.