The Faculty Parking Lot Is Not for Planning: Becoming an Effective First-Year Teacher [Paperback]

James L. Conro's study on best practices used by teachers featuresreal-life classroom examples, do's and don'ts of classroom management, critical components of teaching and learning, and observations of successful teachers in action.The Faculty Parking Lot Is Not for Planningis an important tool for every new teacher as well as for teacher mentors, department chairs, directors of instruction, and building administrators.James L. Conrohas worked in education for thirty-seven years. He has been particpated in effective teaching research since 1985.

A practical, clear synthesis of best practices,The Faculty Parking Lot Is Not for Planningis a tool for new teacher orientation as well as for experienced practitioners. Dianna Lindsay, Ed.D., former Ohio Principal of the Year and current principal, Ridgefield High School, Ridgefield, Connecticut

Under [James Conro's] expert guidance, our high school has steadily improved in every aspect of its operation...turning a school in need of improvement into a highly successful secondary school. [I] recommend this book as a practical guide to any educator serious about improving his or her teaching and making a positive impact on student learning. Linda E. Denault, Ed.D., superintendent, Palmer Public Schools, Palmer, Massachusetts

If I were a principal again, every new teacher would get a copy. Phil Flaherty, assistant director, Massachusetts Secondary School Administrators' Association

A definite must for every new teacher. Ursula St. Armand, teacher, Converse Middle School, Palmer, Massachusetts

Jim Conro has prepared a straightforward, concise summary of time-tested advice and techniques that will work for new teachers. Leo Corriveau, executive director for the Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies Program, Plymouth State University, Plymouth, New Hampshire

Chapter 1 Classroom Management
Chapter 2 Four Essential Components
Chapter 3 Teaching to thel"