It does not matter whether you are an experienced teacher or a new one, the first day with a new group is not easy. You are probably worried thinking if your students will accept you if your English is good enough for this particular group if the group is too big or yet if you have the sufficient tools to manage the class. I have two good news for you. First, you are not alone, we all go through this feeling of insecurity and self-consciousness . The important thing here is to breath in deeply, relax and face your fears. Although it might seem scary at the beginning students everywhere are interested and eager in learning new things, and I'm sure you as a teacher has something to teach. Second, this blog was designed to help (especially new teachers) to give their first steps into this wonderful world of teaching a second language. So I am here to help you through this process. Two things of paramount importance on the first day: Firstly get to know your students. As i...