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INTRODUCING YOURSELF The first contact a student teacher has with her/his students often makes a lasting impression and sets the tone for the entire experience. Here are some ideas on how to make that first impression a positive one. * Be sure to smile. * Write your name on the board. This helps the students remember your name and gives them a chance to write it down. * Pronounce your name slowly and clearly. If your name is unusual or difficult to pronounce, you may want to talk about the origin of your name. * Talk about your teaching experience or your motivation for becoming a teacher. Be creative. * Communicate your expectations. You are there to teach, but you also are there to learn. * Let your students know what you expect of them. This can help motivate them to do good work. * Take a deep breath and go for it! You are about to embark on a wonderful adventure. --------------------------------------------------------Here is one example of how to introduce yourself as a student teacher: Hello, my name is Xxxxx Xxxxxxxxx. I am a student teacher. This means that I have finished all of my college classes and I am almost ready to become a full-time teacher. I am here so that I can practice what I've learned in my classes. I also want to learn from you about what works and what doesn't. I am a senior at the university and I've been a counselor at camp Whatta blast for the past three summers. Last year, I was a peer tutor in Social Studies and I occasionally give swimming lessons. Because I will be trying some new approaches, I will rely on your feedback to let me how they are working. I want you to feel comfortable letting me know that "today's class was really fun," or " that group project was a waste of time. "Preferably, you would let me know these things by writing a note or talking to me before or after class.

Your comments can help guide our classroom activities. Finally, I know that I will be spending a lot of time creating lesson plans, grading papers, and generally preparing for each day. I promise to put forth my best effort so that we can all get something out of this. In return, I expect that you will all show me an honest effort and that you will each try to do your best work. Also, I want to thank Ms/Mr. Xxxxxxx for allowing me to teach in her/his classroom. Does anyone have a question? THIS IS JUST A SAMPLE, BUT IT MIGHTGIVE YOU SOME IDEAS -GOOD LUCK ---------------------------------------------------------