Kenney ByrdFeb 171 minJapan will openOverseas Candidates, it looks like Japan will open its borders soon. We will have positions not only in April but also in Late April and...
Kenney ByrdFeb 171 minHelp students understand English Part 2The following statement may cause debate, but ALTs are not teaching students English. We are here to understand English through English...
Kenney ByrdFeb 21 minHelp students understand English Part 1In this 3 part blog, I will talk about the importance of helping students understand English in Japanese schools. Many people describe...
Kenney ByrdJan 111 minMajority vs MinorityIn industrialized nations, the majority rules. For example, if you are voting. If the majority of the people vote for someone, they are...
Kenney ByrdJan 101 minHappy New YearWith all of the craziness around me, I forgot to wish everyone a Happy New Year!! Happy New Year, everyone. We look forward to finding...
Kenney ByrdDec 15, 20212 minThe Worst things you can do as an ALT.Late for School There is nothing more disappointing to schools than having an ALT that arrives late, especially on their very first day...
Kenney ByrdDec 13, 20211 minWhat can make you a Super ALT Part 2Here are the last four answers on how you can become a super ALT. Ready to Lead When Necessary It is not your job to lead 100% but when...
Kenney ByrdDec 11, 20211 minWhat can make you a Super ALT Part 1We have new premium ALT positions coming up. I thought it would be a good idea to show the qualification in details what makes ALTs to...
Kenney ByrdDec 10, 20211 minAlcohol Addiction in JapanI would like to talk about something serious. Alcoholism is really unpleasant in Japan. Sometimes people in the foreign population does...
Kenney ByrdDec 8, 20211 minWhat's new in 2022?Lot of new programs that ALTs can do on their off days. Don't worry, it is completely up to you if you want to join it or not. Annual...
Kenney ByrdDec 8, 20211 minAnxiety LevelsI know that the overseas candidate's anxiety level is high. Especially for candidates overseas who have been waiting to come to Japan for...
Kenney ByrdNov 30, 20211 minMedicine in JapanMost Japanese medication is in powdered form or tablets and is often considered to be weaker than in many western countries. The powder...
Kenney ByrdNov 30, 20211 minBloggingSomeone mentioned that I have not been blogging for a while. Sorry all, I have been busy with new projects and my brain has not shifted...
Kenney ByrdOct 30, 20211 minYour CommunityLet’s talk about becoming a regular at an establishment. This is a great way to get involved with your community. You can do it by...
Kenney ByrdOct 13, 20211 minJapanese Course OnlineI have a Japanese school in Japan willing to help future ALTs and ALTs in Japan with a special online course. They have two lesson time...
Kenney ByrdOct 10, 20211 minVaccinations in JapanThe number of COVID cases is dropping rapidly in Japan now. A lot ask why and there is a simple solution: more vaccinations ( 70% have...
Kenney ByrdOct 1, 20211 minThe State of Emergency has endedThe state of Emergency has ended in Japan. FINALLY!! But we are not out of the woods yet. By ending it, they will see how the numbers are...
Kenney ByrdSep 25, 20211 minIntroducing yourself to neighbors in JapanIt’s good manners to go around and introduce yourself to immediate neighbors shortly after moving in (even if you don't speak Japanese so...
Kenney ByrdSep 24, 20211 minGetting positions and Japanese LessonsWe are working hard to get positions ready. I have been a bit busy and not able to answer emails quickly enough. Please be patient with...
Kenney ByrdSep 11, 20211 minFire Situation in JapanIn Tokyo, roughly 4,000 fires break out annually and it is not due to climate change. Please prepare yourself by learning how to prevent...