Books by Marjan Glavac

The Complete Guide to Getting a Teaching Job By Marjan Glavac and Adam WaxlerGlavac and Waxler reveal the secrets of landing the teaching job of your dreams."The Complete Guide to Getting A Teaching Job" is an absolute must read for any teacher searching for a teaching position in today's competitive world.This outstanding manual holds all the necessary information for finding jobs in the teaching profession and acing interviews to secure them. As everyone knows, teaching jobs are extremely difficult to obtain these days, so it is imperative to learn insider techniques in order to master the application process, and later perform brilliantly in exacting and stressful interviews.

Tips for Success: Strategies to Regain Elementary Classroom ControlIs there a knot in your stomach before you step into class?Are disruptive, defiant students part of your nightmares?Is the lack of control of your classroom affecting your lesson plans, your self-confidence, and ultimately your life?Five time Teacher Award Winner Marjan Glavac shares his 29 years of teaching experience in troubled schools for empowerment of elementary teachers inside the classroom.This book guides you through tested techniques designed to build rapport with disruptive students, inspire unmotivated kids, overcome the challenges of teaching, together with effective tools and strategies to regain classroom control in the toughest teaching environments from the first to the last day of school.How To Succeed As An Elementary Teacher contains a bonus online workbook containing blackline masters, additional resources and websites.You will learn:Effective and easy techniques to remain calm, stay in control, and teach stress free… even when students are pressing your buttons!A teaching strategy that will win back your disruptive students.Anticipating and preventing inappropriate behaviors.Successful tools to put an end to fights and arguments.Simple-to-follow procedures that establish discipline on day 1 and ensure you will have a stress-free first day of school followed by a stress-free year!19 engaging activities to make hectic days less trying and more enjoyable for you and your students.50 strategies and activities to get a class that has run off the rails back on track.60 ways to reignite a teacher's passion in the aftermath of burnout.For additional resources and information for becoming an effective teacher and making teaching fun, visit: www.TheBusyEducator.com TESTIMONIALS"Marjan, you are making a difference in the lives of students and in the world."Harry WongHarry and his wife Rosemary are the authors of The First Days of School, which has sold over 5 million copies. "If you want success in your teaching and be remembered as making a difference in your students, read and follow the strategies in Marjan's book. It's a great resource for all teachers. I highly recommend it."Jack CanfieldMultiple New York Times bestselling author, founder and former CEO of Chicken Soup for the Soul Enterprises. "How to Succeed as an Elementary Teacher" saved my mind. I was at the point in my teaching career where I was having self-doubt whether I was making a difference in my students. Reading the book and using some of the useful suggestions reinforced my decision to become a teacher. Thank you."Marian Wood Co-op TeacherBatchewana First Nation, Sault Ste Marie, Ontario Canada This is my first year teaching in a public school (fourth grade), and I was ready and willing to accept help wherever I could find it.I have not been disappointed.Liz Luebke, Fourth Grade Teacher, El Paso, Texas USA

What if you could succeed with a disruptive student, connect with an angry parent or impress a skeptical principal with a new idea, a new procedure, or a new way of looking at something?And what if you could do all these things...Save countless hours during the school year Teach students to believe in themselves Create a positive environment based on mutual respect Maintain high academic expectations for all studentsGet 100% participation in your class with one simple techniqueMotivate unmotivated students Spend less time on classroom management and more time teachingLearn how to stay calm amid the chaosHelp your students feel safe making mistakesHave fun with your studentsand more...That's what this book is all about.It's a collection of teacher time tested ideas, resources and strategies that will make you an effective teacher in minutes.The book also comes with bonus downloadable content. For more information go to:www.TheBusyEducator.com"Marjan, you are making a difference in the lives of students and in the world."Harry WongHarry and his wife Rosemary are the authors of The First Days of School, which has sold over 5 million copies."Adam is a shining star. He is one of those truly gifted teachers that students love. Adam's passion for teaching and for the content of his subject are inspiring. Recently, I observed a 90-minute social studies lesson in his classroom. The lesson was flawless from beginning to end. Adam's lesson reflected his knowledge of best teaching practices. He captured students' interest, used a variety of instructional strategies, and checked for understanding throughout the lesson. Adam is a gift to the teaching profession. He is a 'teacher leader' who is respected by his colleagues, parents, and administration."Nancy Carney, Principal, Springs Middle School, East Hampton, NY USA