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Teacher Pains: Lessons for New Teachers from a Painfully Average Educator Paperback – August 6, 2024

by Brandon G. Oliger (Author)
5.0 out of 5 stars 14 ratings
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The early years of teaching can be painful. While your teaching program may have trained you well, there’s a lot that you can only learn on the job. Brandon Oliger learned many of these lessons the hard way, and he's here to help you navigate the challenges of those first few years.

Teacher Pains covers the “Big Four” of teaching, as well as all the little things teachers wish they would have known about sooner, giving new educators a leg up as they bravely traverse their first years in a complicated, challenging field.

Teacher Pains is formatted in short, digestible sections that are perfect for those living that new teacher life. Read it in one sitting, or take it a section at a time to help you survive those first years!
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    August 6, 2024
  4. Dimensions
    5 x 0.15 x 8 inches
  5. ISBN-13
    979-8334271234
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0DCM51YPM
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (August 6, 2024)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 64 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8334271234
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.57 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5 x 0.15 x 8 inches
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Brandon G. Oliger

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Brandon G. Oliger is a teacher, author, and musician who has worked in education for over a decade in the Peoria, Illinois area. He earned his Bachelor's in Language Arts Education from Cedarville University and his Master's in Academic Administration from Illinois State University. Brandon cares a whole lot about his faith, family, and school community. When he's not teaching and spending time with family, you can find him playing guitar or obsessing over sci-fi and things with engines.

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I could have definitely benefitted from this book my first few years of teaching! Even after having 12 years of teaching 3rd grade under my belt, I had something to learn and hope to put into practice in my own teaching. Thanks for being down to earth and vulnerable and helping us “painfully average teachers” find encouragement and direction!
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  • Steve Clason
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Insight
    Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2024
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    Really appreciated the insights and honesty given in this book. Short, topical, and relevant. Hard to beat that combination. Brandon Oliger was super honest and not the hero of his story, adding necessary humor. Refreshing for an author today!
    Great gift idea for any new teacher specifically, and for any teacher in general! Highly recommend...
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  • Emily Coon
    5.0 out of 5 stars Relatable
    Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2024
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    I could have definitely benefitted from this book my first few years of teaching! Even after having 12 years of teaching 3rd grade under my belt, I had something to learn and hope to put into practice in my own teaching.

    Thanks for being down to earth and vulnerable and helping us “painfully average teachers” find encouragement and direction!
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    Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2024
    I could have definitely benefitted from this book my first few years of teaching! Even after having 12 years of teaching 3rd grade under my belt, I had something to learn and hope to put into practice in my own teaching.

    Thanks for being down to earth and vulnerable and helping us “painfully average teachers” find encouragement and direction!
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  • denise h.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Must have!
    Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2024
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    This is such a great,insightful book for anyone starting their teaching career. Brandon is very humble about his experiences and is not afraid to admit the struggles he faced,and how he overcame them. A short read packed with a lot of helpful information!!
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  • C Nofsinger
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing resource for any type of teaching.
    Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2024
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    I recommend Brandon's "Teacher Pains" as a resource when teaching youth at any level. I would have benefited greatly as I taught high schoolers in the workplace and in church settings.
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  • Arianna Ohio
    5.0 out of 5 stars Easy short read, great advice!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2024
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    I like the easy short read, with great advice!
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  • Jason E Herrick
    5.0 out of 5 stars Guy knows his stuff!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2024
    Brandon's approach to education is full of grace and humility—like considering himself "painfully average"—and his passion for his students is always on display. His guide would be an insightful mentor for any young teacher or someone interested in getting started in teaching.
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  • Josiepie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great guide for all teachers!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2024
    What a great little book! Full of honest, humble, super helpful and practical info for new teachers or teachers who’ve been in the trenches for a while. Teaching isn’t easy, but Teacher Pains helps to ease the pain!
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome resource for teachers
    Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2024
    Brandon is a great educator and this is such a helpful book for teachers of all ages and experience. This is a must-buy, a perfect gift for a teacher in your life!
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