S4 E9: Teach Like It’s Your Kid in the Front Row (with Jonathan Alsheimer)

In this episode, Dr. Jorge Valenzuela sits down with educator, coach, and consultant Jonathan Heimer—one of the most charismatic voices in education today. Jonathan breaks down what’s really holding teachers back from engaging students right now, and why engagement has to be both instructional and relational if we want kids to truly buy in.You’ll hear practical, next-day moves teachers can make to shift students from passive to active learning—starting with strong hooks, simple strategy, and the courage to make learning fun again. Jonathan also shares a powerful message on teacher legacy, burnout, and why authenticity is still one of the greatest leadership advantages in schools.If you’re a teacher, school leader, or anyone responsible for school culture, this conversation will give you both heart and strategy—the two things that consistently drive real engagement.Connect with Jonathan: https://www.jonathanalsheimer.com/Instagram/X: @mr_alsheimer