Teachers have a lot to worry about from classroom management to school violence to job security to national mandates. Lucky for them, this book helps relieve those fears and allows them to focus on what they re supposed to be doing teaching. With a friendly, accessible format, teacher-turned-author Frederick Wootan supplies solutions to his fellow educators fears, like:

• Are their students actually listening to them?
• Are they being fair about grading?
• What can they do about overly aggressive parents?
• How are budget cuts going to affect their classroom?
• What s to stop them from being laid off?

It's been a whole week made up of "one of those days." Your students are not listening. They are not doing their homework. And you can't even get them to sit still. Time to throw in the towel? No--it's time to batten down the hatches. Author Frederick C. Wootan is a teacher who brings business management into the classroom. His solutions to your problems help you get your class back under control. From seating strategies to disciplinary tactics, this user-friendly teaching guide covers it all, including tips on: -Building a support network -Communicating and enforcing rules -Issuing a mission statement -Identifying and dealing with problem students -Managing the paperwork -Modernizing your class By following the guidance provided in Not in My Classroom, you can train your students to treat your classroom less like a playground and more like a workplace. A fresh take on classroom management, this practical book helps you put students in their seats, pencils in their hands, and a smile on your face.