The provided text is comprised of excerpts from Roxanna Elden's book, "See Me After Class: Advice for Teachers by Teachers," which offers candid, practical guidance for educators, especially those who find the profession challenging, rather than those who are "naturals." The book explicitly states it is not professional development or sentimental encouragement, but rather a straightforward look at the realities of teaching, like managing paperwork, setting up a classroom, and surviving the monthly phases of the school year. Topics covered include classroom management, dealing with different types of students and challenging parents, navigating school administration and difficult coworkers, and strategies for grading and lesson planning. Throughout the text, the author uses humor and shared anecdotes from experienced teachers to address the difficulties new teachers face and encourages them to stay sane and committed to their careers.

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