Episode Summary In this episode, I focus on teacher self care strategies to recharge and avoid burnout, because self care looks different for every teacher and there isn’t one right way to do it. As Mr. Funky Teacher, Nicholas Kleve, I want teachers to feel permission to find what truly fills their battery, whether that’s
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Episode Summary I share what it means to lead as a teacher leader without losing your personality, joy, and authenticity. In this episode, I break down teacher leader do’s and don’ts across how you carry yourself, how you work with others, how you make decisions, how you sustain yourself, and how you keep your funk.
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Episode Summary In this episode, I, Mr. Funky Teacher, Nicholas Kleve, focus on redefining teacher leadership and why it is so much more than being in charge. I share that real leadership is not about titles or control, but about how teachers show up, take ownership, and influence the culture around them. I begin by
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Episode Summary In this episode, I, Mr. Funky Teacher, Nicholas Kleve, focus on what it means to be the storm—finding strength when teaching gets tough. I talk about how storms in teaching are normal, and how strong teachers aren’t the ones who prevent storms, but the ones who stay steady through them. I start by
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Episode Summary In this episode, I, Mr. Funky Teacher, Nicholas Kleve, focus on advocating for kids when adults belittle, humiliate, or make fun of students. I talk about why this matters so deeply, because students may not remember every lesson, but they do remember how adults made them feel. I start by sharing three things
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Episode Summary In this episode, I, Mr. Funky Teacher, Nicholas Kleve, talk about how to regain control of your classroom without losing relationships. I share what it feels like when the class energy shifts, things get loud, and you realize you’ve lost the room, and I walk through how to bring students back without damaging
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Episode Summary As Mr. Funky Teacher, Nicholas Kleve, I walk through how to structure a group behavior meeting with parents and staff in a way that lowers tension and builds teamwork. I share why these meetings can feel intimidating, but also how they can become a powerful turning point when handled with care and clarity.
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Episode Summary In this episode, I share why what truly inspires students goes far beyond lesson plans and pacing guides, as Mr. Funky Teacher, Nicholas Kleve. I reflect on how presence, consistency, and authenticity matter more than polished perfection. I open by sharing gratitude for meaningful time with my sons at a Nebraska Cornhusker football
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Episode Summary In this episode, I reflect as Mr. Funky Teacher, Nicholas Kleve on a question from an educator at a conference session: how do we provide rigor while still keeping it fun and exciting for students? I start by sharing gratitude for my cousin Mike as a steady listener, for professional development days as
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Episode Summary In this episode, I reflect as Mr. Funky Teacher, Nicholas Kleve on a question that was asked after my presentation at the National Teacher Leadership Conference about how we keep learning fun and why joy still belongs in the classroom. I share personal gratitude from my life right now, including grief therapy, meaningful
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