Spring means the new school year has arrived in Japan, and for Assistant Language Teachers and non-Japanese English instructors it also signals a lot of changes. Some will find themselves in entirely new school assignments, while those staying put will welcome new classes of students.
In either situation, the first days of school are an important time for teachers to familiarize themselves and connect with fresh faces.
An introductory lesson that focuses on the teachers telling their students all about themselves is one of the most common ways for non-Japanese instructors to endear themselves to pupils. Creating a great "meet-the-teacher" lesson early in the year can go a long way in the classroom.