Kamila Beránková - School Principal, Education Methodologist
I studied primary school teaching and special schools at the Jan Evangelista Purkyně University, where I then taught for several years and cooperated with the non-profit organization, People in Need. I expanded my education to study speech therapy. Author and editor for many educational books for younger and elementary students. I have never regretted my decision to become a teacher since graduating. Work has become more of a beloved hobby. Children have always been an endless inspiration for me, whether I taught in excluded localities in Ústí n / L or got to know various pedagogical concepts and ways of working with children. Childish curiosity and a sparkling spirit give me strength and energy to further discover their infinite potential. It’s worth it, because they are the most important people in the world!
I follow a partnership approach to children using Montessori aids and I emphasize reading comprehension. From the first days of school, I lead children to an active interest in reading books and respect for every page. I teach children respect not only for others, but also for themselves and the world around them. A calm, friendly and considerate atmosphere in the classroom is essential for me. In such an atmosphere, children and work better, discover, and absorb.
In my free time I like to return to my native northern Bohemia, where I always recharge myself by looking at the beautiful Bohemian Central Mountains. The alpha and omega for me has always been books – psychology, pedagogy and self-development. The hunger for knowledge has never left me, and I am diligently expanding my library, unless I am struggling with some insidious pest invading my home oasis of greenery.
E-mail: berankovak@skolatroja.cz
Phone: +420 775 799 999
Steve Clements - Head of English Studies, Grade 5A & 5B English teacher
I am native English, born and raised in London. Since 2012 I have lived, worked, and raised a family in lovely Prague. For 30 years I was a Senior Finance Manager working for a global corporation. Being a People Manager, getting the best out of people became one of my strengths, so naturally, it led me to teaching. After qualifying, my teaching career started when I worked for Akcent International in Prague. This included teaching in several schools from ages 6 to 15 and Business English to all levels in companies, as well as private lessons.
Do you wake up every morning and enjoy going to work? I do! In my experience, there is nothing more rewarding than being part of a team that have the same passion, vision, and goals as each other. On top of that, there is nothing more satisfying than when a student knows more leaving my lessons than they did at the start. Through creative, interactive, lively, and fun lessons, my aim is to help students learn and improve their English and to acquire the widest possible knowledge about the world we live in. Altogether, to give them the best foundation possible for their future.
I proudly joined the Royal Primary School during its first year and I am excited to be a part of its continuing growth and development.
Contact: clementss@skolatroja.cz
Tomáš Novák - Director`s Assistant
During my childhood, I never thought that I would be a teacher when I grow up. Soon after I started professionally training a football team, I realized that working with children is the thing that I most excelled at. I believe that children are our future, and that assisting with their development and providing them with a quality education should be everyone’s top priority.
Contact: novakt@skolatroja.cz
Šárka Slavičínská - GR 1A teacher
Contact: slavicinskas@skolatroja.cz
Nela Skřivánková - GR 1B teacher
Contact: skrivankovan@skolatroja.cz
Jana Thurnwaldová - GR 2A teacher
Contact: thurnwaldovaj@skolatroja.cz
Kateřina Kliková - GR 2A assistant
Contact: klikovak@skolatroja.cz
Tereza Fialová - GR 2B teacher
Contact: fialovat@skolatroja.cz
Sofia Rodriguez - GR 2A & 2B English teacher
Contact: rodriguezs@skolatroja.cz
Hana Jelínková - GR 3A Class teacher
Being a first level teacher, especially for first grades, is not a profession, but a mission! This statement began to make sense to me, especially after studying primary school teaching at the Technical University in Liberec.
I devoted myself to children as a student of the Faculty of Science, Charles University, in the field of biology – geology, where I worked with TEREZA, an organization for ecological education of children and youth, as a leader of hobby groups for children. I continue to lead the circles, especially the research circle, in which children get to know the laws of nature in an entertaining way. To do this, I use acquaintances from the Botanical Garden of Charles University, where I worked part-time for five years while studying, and also from the Czech Environmental Inspectorate, Department of Environmental Protection, where I worked before I entered education environment.
I am glad that I got among a great team that is working together to pass on to the children the best that will suit their lives. Children are prepared here not ordinary, but royally …
Contact: jelinkovah@skolatroja.cz
Dylan Andrews - GR 3A English Teacher
Born and raised in South Africa, my journey into teaching English began with my passion for rugby, which initially brought me to Prague as a player. Over time, I transitioned into coaching and discovered my talent for teaching and mentoring youth.
I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Sports Science, which I attained at the University of Pretoria in South Africa. My academic background has provided me with a solid foundation in understanding physical education, health, and the importance of teamwork, all of which complement my teaching philosophy.
My love for teaching stems from the joy of inspiring young minds and fostering a deep understanding of the English language. Beyond language skills, I aim to instill confidence and critical thinking in my students, preparing them for future challenges.
Outside the classroom, I am drawn to exploring Africa’s diverse wildlife and landscapes, which has fueled my interest in geography and biology. These passions often influence my lessons, enriching students’ learning experiences with real-world connections.
The second I walked into Kralovska School, I felt welcomed with open arms by the amazing work environment and facilities. I am excited to bring my energy and dedication to this community, where I hope to create a supportive learning environment that encourages curiosity and growth.
Contact: andrewsd@skolatroja.cz
Karolína Lichterová - GR 3B Class teacher
I always knew that I wanted to work with people but after my first teaching experience as a kindergarten teacher, I convinced myself that I wanted to work with children because of their immediate, playful and open approach, which gives me energy and inspiration in personal life as well. It is important for me to build a relationship with children which should be based on mutual trust, a sense of security and friendship, so that school is and remains a place where they like to return and experience success, thanks to which they retain the joy of learning for years to come . I prefer smaller groups where I can focus on the children individually and support them in what they enjoy. The ideal class for me is where the child can be active and creative, when I can see that everyone is engaged and on the same page. I like to spend my free time with friends and family, with a good book or on a walk, and I always find a moment to solve Sudoku.
Contact: lichterovak@skolatroja.cz
Aditi Paul - GR 3B English teacher
I come from a family-of-five-generations-of-teachers and hold a wide experience of teaching students in India and the Czech Republic. My own parameter of professional satisfaction is to see my students grow as sensible and responsible individuals.
Currently, in addition to writing my doctoral thesis, I am also pursuing a degree in pedagogy. I also hold a Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy (Hons.) and Master’s degree in English Language and Literature.
I moved to Prague in 2015, and live with my husband and two children. In my free time, I love to cook and travel.
Contact: paula@skolatroja.cz
Alena Knotková - GR 4A Class Teacher
Contact: knotkovaa@skolatroja.cz
Omar Helmy - GR 4A English Teacher
Contact: helmyo@skolatroja.cz
Vojtěch Černý - GR 4B Class teacher
Although I come from a teaching family, it has been a long journey to work in education. I tried several professions, but the desire to work with children never deserted me. The big challenge for me was working as an Au-pair in Wales. I gained more experience at summer camps, leading a floorball club and at an American summer camp. I’m now ready for the next challenge, at the front of a class. I like it when I can teach children in a fun way and I aim to make the children look forward to school, every day.
In my free time I like to play sports, I also travel, and I play board and computer games.
Contact: cernyv@skolatroja.cz
Oleksandra Oleksyk - GR 4B English Teacher
As an English teacher from Ukraine, I bring a rich and diverse background to my profession, having lived and studied in New York City, USA. With over five years of teaching experience, I am passionate about helping students discover the joy and connection that language can offer. My teaching journey began at a summer camp in NYC, where a deeply rewarding experience inspired me to pursue a career in education.
I obtained my TEFL qualification in Prague, where I currently live. I appreciate Prague’s vibrant atmosphere, which is one of the many reasons I enjoy living here. Since the age of nine, I have been a volleyball player, a hobby that has instilled in me the values of teamwork and mutual respect—qualities I aim to teach my students.
One of my primary goals is to create an environment where everyone feels safe and respected, while also being actively engaged and motivated in their learning. I am thrilled to join the Royal Elementary team and look forward to helping students find themselves.
Contact: oleksyka@skolatroja.cz
Kamila Svobodová - GR 5A Class Teacher
Contact: svobodovak@skolatroja.cz
Klára Synková - GR 5B English Subjects & Arts
Teaching was not an easy choice for me: I travelled on my own when I was a student and I still love to travel. It was a few years in London that I absolutely loved, and my literature and creative writing professor there actually inspired me for life. From a young age I thought I would be a pianist and a painter at the same time, but this was later completely reversed: I studied mathematics, English and later Spanish, but continued my training in music and dance throughout my life. London’s West End fascinated me with musicals, I began to study musical dance and later discovered Argentine tango, which captivated me for the rest of my life. After returning from several stays in England and the USA, I began teaching English and drama in English, directing student musicals and am amazed to discover that it will be almost a quarter of a century since I started working with students. I am fascinated by human potential, creativity and the endless possibilities of where we can go, what doors we can open, where we can move and enrich ourselves and others.
Contact: synkovak@skolatroja.cz
Kevin Jenkins - English Science & Experiments Teacher
I have been teaching Physics, Mathematics, and Science for over 25 years in a variety of countries and settings. During my worldwide adventure I met my now Czech wife. We have two sons, 12 and 15 years old, who are happy to complete their studies here in the Czech Republic.
With myself speaking English and my wife speaking Czech for the last 15 years, it’s natural and familiar for me to be in a bilingual environment. My sons smoothly transitioned from living and studying in America to here in Czech Republic, so I’ve experienced such situations first hand. As much as possible, I aim to live a healthy family lifestyle which includes being on sports teams and integrating exercise into our family routine. I am an avid reader of science fiction and own an enormous collection of table games. I am excited to work with the students here at the Royal Primary School and bring the worlds of Science, Geography and Math to them through as many engaging, hands-on activities and experiments as possible.
Contact: jenkinsk@skolatroja.cz
Kateřina Vološčuková - art teacher
Contact: voloscukovak@skolatroja.cz
Colleen Zahradnicek - soft / life skills coordinator
I am a native English speaker, from Denver, Colorado, USA. I have been teaching English off and on over the past decade and I enjoy seeing people find joy and connection in language. I gained my Teaching qualification and first teaching experience in a school environment here in Prague which is now where I live with my husband, our daughter and our two cats. Being a teacher and a parent, I am familiar with both sides of the school environment. Additionally, as a dual language and dual nations family I know the benefits and challenges parents and children may face in school. My aim is to make sure each child feels cared for and safe, whilst being engaged and motivated during their education. I am excited to join the Royal Elementary team and to help the students find their voices.
Contact: zahradnicekc@skolatroja.cz
Zuzana Zajdáková - Event Coordinator, MENSA Club
I studied secondary school teaching at the Palacky University in Olomouc and immediately after my studies I started working at an elementary school. As a qualified teacher of mathematics and civics I was able to teach a lot of different subjects and I worked with children aged 6-15. In my work, I have always tried to strengthen children’s self-confidence and respect for other people.
Over time, the teaching system at standard primary school no longer suited me. Therefore, I left the school and gained experience in banking and financial services for a few years. I worked in several positions, but I always valued a position related to education.
Because education and raising children always made a lot of sense to me, I started looking for a school that, in addition to knowledge, would also teach children to think critically, respect the opinions of others, and emphasized an individual approach to students. I am very happy to have found such a school and to be part of such a great team.
In my free time, I practice yoga, play the piano or go on hiking trips in South Moravia, where I come from and where I always like to return.
Contact: zajdakovaz@skolatroja.cz
Hana Topinka - PE teacher, Sports Event Coordinator
I was accepated into the team at The Royal Elementary School after a situation where I worked at a state primary school for 3 years and I was looking for more meaning in education that will take into account individuality, offer the best possible quality of teaching in an environment that will be motivating for children. I am therefore excited and honored to join a school and team of people who create such an environment.
I also train children, which I enjoy for two reasons: teaching children new things and discovering and shifting their potential. My goal for children is to have fun while discovering new things and who want to improve further, because like any living organism; ‘ when it doesn’t grow, it weakens‘.
Contact: topinkah@skolatroja.cz
Alejandro Valladares Ruiz - Afterschool Club teacher, PE and Spanish teacher
I became a primary school teacher in Spain. My specialization during my studies was physical education, because I consider movement and health to be very important values in life. I have always enjoyed working with children, which is why I decided to go in the direction of education. At the same time, I love fun and games, so we are great partners with the kids.
As a Spanish teacher, I worked in England and then settled in the Czech Republic and, apart from my wife, Prague won my heart. Then I had the opportunity to work as an English teacher in a kindergarten and I enjoyed working with the young ones a lot. I feel very grateful because right now here at Royal Elementary with an amazing team around me, new opportunities are opening for me.
In my spare time I like to play football and have a siesta, after all I am Spanish, if you understand me. 🙂
Contact: valladaresa@skolatroja.cz
Ivan Ramos Rodriguez - PE and Spanish teacher, Afterschool Club teacher
My name is Ivan Ramos and I am thrilled to be a part of the teaching team here at our school. Originally from Spain, I have always been passionate about both education and sports. I completed my academic training in Spain as a primary school teacher specializing in physical education and I am also a professional football coach.
My journey in education started as a monitor of extracurricular activities in schools, and I quickly realized that teaching through sports was my calling. I truly believe in the importance of maintaining an active lifestyle and the benefits it brings not only in the present but also in the future.
Having worked in Spain, Italy, and Kuwait, I am excited to bring my experience and enthusiasm to our school here in the Czech Republic. I am dedicated to creating a supportive and engaging learning environment for my students, both in scheduled activities and individually. My goal is to inspire and motivate each student to reach their full potential, not only academically but also in their personal growth and development.
Outside of school, you can find me coaching football and playing various sports like volleyball and badminton. I also cherish spending quality time with my family and friends, exploring new places, and immersing myself in different cultures.
I am confident that my passion for both education and sports, along with my diverse experiences, will be a valuable contribution to our school community. I look forward to getting to know each and every one of my students and supporting them in their educational journey. Let’s make this school year a memorable and successful one together!
Contact: ramosi@skolatroja.cz
Pavlína Berková - Special Educator
Contact: berkovap@skolatroja.cz
Barbora Hrkalová - Teaching Assistant & Afterschool Club
Contact: hrkalovab@skolatroja.cz
Klára Sebroňová - Teaching Assistant, Afterschool Club Teacher
I have devoted my entire professional life to working with children. I‘ve had the opportunity to gain experience volunteering in a hospital, in a community center for handicapped children and in a kindergarten for children with combined disabilities.
After finishing a Bachelor’s program in special pedagogy and education, I started work as an assistant teacher and educator at a primary school.
At work, I enjoy being able to help children get to know the world around us through games, reading books, art activities and other hobby type activities. I teach children to solve problems independently, to work in a team, to obtain information and meaningfully connect them.
In my free time I like to visit cafes, practice yoga and I also tap dance in a dance group plus I volunteer activities in a community association.
Contact: sebronovak@skolatroja.cz
Andrea Ryšavá - Teaching Assistant, Afterschool Club Teacher
In my opinion, going to work should be meaningful and joyful to be rewarding. That is why I decided to work with kids. Experiences with studies in foreign countries has taught me to appreciate differences and embrace my own individuality. This is something that I try value in my class as well. I believe everybody should feel safe, especially the kids, and that is why I focus on creating a friendly environment as a means to generate mutual growth.
Contact: rysavaa@skolatroja.cz
Anděla Jozová - Teaching Assistant
Contact: jozovaa@skolatroja.cz
Klára Hlůžová - school psychologist
Contact: hluzovak@skolatroja.cz
Karolína Jílečková - Office manager, Troja building
„I enthusiastically joined the young team and I am happy to participate in the successful start-up and running of the school in the eyes of parents, children and pupils. My advantages are diligence, diligence and reliability. I am communicative and I enjoy working with people very much. Thanks to my studies at a foreign school, I have no problems communicating in English.“
Contact: office@skolatroja.cz
Eva Jarošová - Office support, Troja building
My name is Eva Jarošová. I like to participate in projects that make sense and that I believe in. That’s why I´m happy to be a part of the Královská primary school. I like to work with children which I did for years as a professional or through free time activities. Also I worked in administrative-operating positions for several years. I believe this combination will help me to be good support for the team in Královská primery school. I consider myself hardworking, consistent, systematic, reliable and empathetic.
I was born in Prague, but 25 years ago I moved to a village outside of Prague. I have a wonderful family and lots of hobbies. I love traveling, especially discovering new places. I enjoy being in nature and I like gardening. I also play different musical instruments. To relax, I read inspiring books.
Contact: officesupport@skolatroja.cz
Monika Windsor - Guarantor of education for the Upper Primary, teacher of civic education
Monika has years of experience in leading an international private education team. In the past, she participated in the creation and implementation of projects in the field of education. Her task is to co-create a school that children, teachers and other employees will enjoy. Her philosophy is “open door” for everyone. She is looking forward to leading the team as well as to the teaching itself. She will support any meaningful idea, she will be happy to participate in the preparation of projects for children and parents, she is looking forward to frequent contact with parents.
During her professional practice, she attended a variety of courses and training programs in the areas of communication, negotiation, leadership and team motivation and personnel management. She likes to create something new, and there is the best opportunity among children. They strive to promote children’s natural curiosity and independence because they think that the best life teacher is their own experience. Within her long-term practice she organized charity events, camps, project schools in nature, workshops.
In her free time, she enjoys family (her 3 children), sports such as skiing, snowboarding, MTB cycling and hiking. She likes to read a good book, play a guitar or go to the theater. She enjoys working with a team of motivated employees and professionals.
Contact: windsorm@skolabohnice.cz
Michaela Koktová - GR 8 Class Teacher, Teacher of civic education and social and personal development
I have been working as a teacher in bilingual schools for many years. At the Faculty of Education, I studied etopedics, i.e. the upbringing and education of pupils with specific needs. That is why my work with children is different from an ordinary teacher who is primarily interested in knowledge. I deal with children with respect for their individual needs and talents and above all I try to develop their strengths. I support them in their efforts not to give up when things don’t go their way and I help them find their own way to solve the task. I realize that learning does not only take place in the classroom, but throughout the time I spend with the children, which is why I organize many educational activities outside the school building. Learning is a process that prepares children for work and life. Therefore, I pay attention to the development of their skills, such as group work, problem solving, but also computer work. I’m glad there are schools like this that make it possible to educate the children of the twenty-first century.
Contact: koktovam@skolabohnice.cz
Andrew Buring - English teacher for grades 6., 7. and 8., Coordinator od DofE program, Senior English teacher
I joined the school in its second year and am thrilled to help build upon the already solid foundation. I hope to help the school grow in new and exciting ways and pleased to be part of such a unique and wonderful team. During my lessons, my goal is to engage with the students and help them broaden their horizons in fun and inventive ways. Everyone learns in different ways and I strive to ensure that my classroom reflects that. I am hard-working, creative and friendly and I make sure that everyone is welcome in my class.
Contact: buringa@skolabohnice.cz
Kristýna Dlouhá - GR 7 Class teacher, Czech Teacher
I’ve been moving within the education system almost my whole life, ever since I have entered kindergarten. Through this time, I switched between several roles, either as a pupil or employee. Now the teacher’s role is coming, and I am excited to share my love of the Czech language and my love of reading with my students.
Contact: dlouhak@skolabohnice.cz
Ivana Hurytová - Czech teacher
I graduated from the Faculty of Arts of Charles University, majoring in Czech and English language and pedagogy. For more than fifteen years I worked at the Jan Hus Educational Foundation, which focused on innovating the humanities after years of devastation. During this work, I became acquainted with several innovative projects and programs such as Start Together, Critical Thinking, Waldorf School, etc. Later I gained a lot of experience directly teaching of Czech language in primary, secondary and tertiary education. For example, I taught Czech for foreigners at the Czech International School of Slavic Studies, at the English International School of Prague, I also taught for seven years at the Higher Professional School of Journalism and four years at the Czech-English school. I am constantly looking for new ways to improve the teaching of the Czech language, which is why I have also embarked on a PhD in Czech language didactics, and in 2023 I received my doctorate from the Faculty of Education at Charles University. I see the Czech language not only as a set of grammatical rules, but above all as a tool for cultivated, meaningful and beautiful expression. Therefore, my teaching is communication-oriented, both in terms of understanding the system of the language, but also in terms of its adequate use in various communicative situations. At the same time, I strive in my teaching for a deeper connection between language and literature. In my spare time, I am interested in philosophy, history and travel.
Contact: hurytovai@skolabohnice.cz
Jakub Skuhrovec - GR 6 Class Teacher, geography teacher
I am an optimistic, energetic and creative person. I strive to be a fair teacher who listens and advises, and hopefully engages students during class. I was born in Prague, graduated from grammar school and university and worked as a teacher, coach, animator but also as a waiter and barista. I lived for a while in Portugal, Fuerteventura and Denmark. I like sports, friends, exploring and creating.
Contact: skuhrovecj@skolabohnice.cz
Jan Špíšek - History Teacher
I am a trained historian, and history is not only my subject but also my lifelong journey and hobby. Having been in managerial positions for a long time, I realized with a smile that a lot of the experience I gained from running children’s camps can be successfully applied to adult workers in companies. However, I was missing my specialty, which was working with children, to whom I like to pass on history in a fun way. History is full of entertaining events and engaging stories that can not only educate but also entertain pupils, and it doesn’t have to be all about boring realities and dates. I am adventurous and curious by nature, but I also love to sit down with a good book. I always look forward to my work as a teacher and hopefully it will become my new lifelong path.
Contact: spisekj@skolabohnice.cz
Martin Suntych - Administrator of Edupage and Dipsy
The beauty of mathematics is that it is essentially a universal language that the whole world can speak. People may say that they are not good at math and that they don’t understand it, but that’s why I’m here, to show everyone that anyone can do math. I have been doing mathematics basically all my life and I would like to pass on my knowledge to anyone who wants it.
You can’t avoid computer science these days if you wanted to. The world of information technology is developing rapidly, and it is necessary to be active in it, because all one has to do is blink and one does not even know one’s own phone. That is why I try in my computer science classes to focus not only on the basics, which are an absolute necessity in personal and professional life, but also on new technologies, so that we don’t need our grandchildren to switch on our new phone in our old age.
Contact: suntychm@skolabohnice.cz
Veronika Bártová - PE Teacher, coordinator of events and project days
Sport, especially Track and Field, has been my passion and hobby since I was young. When I was in high school, and I was deciding what I wanted to do in the future, I knew that passing on my love for exercise was the right choice for me. At the Faculty of Education at Charles University, I discovered and tried different sports. And that is my goal: to show my students a wide variety of sports, so that they can try them out and maybe even fall in love with some of them.
Contact: bartovav@skolabohnice.cz
Anežka Bendová - Math Teacher, tandem mathematics and physics
I studied mathematics and physics at the Faculty of Mathematics and Physics of Charles University. Apart from teaching, I have also been involved in scientific material research. Since I spent a year in the USA in high school, I am fluent in English. Since then, I have always wanted to work in an environment that combines teaching and English, so The King’s School is a perfect fit.
I enjoy working with children where I can develop their creativity and talents. Since 2016 I have worked in the team of tutors at the Talented Youth Centre. CTM focuses on working with gifted children, including by organizing Discovery Saturdays.
I have been through exploratory physics teaching myself and also teach it that way. I stand by the idea that teaching maths and physics should not be a boring memorization of formulas, but an exploration of the workings of the world around us. I emphasize understanding. I strive for students to discover physics for themselves, as it was discovered by great thinkers – through experiments.
I love to travel, learning about new cultures and customs in foreign countries. In my free time I like to sing, dance, cook, play volleyball and watch movies with my loved ones.
Contact: bendovaa@skolabohnice.cz
María Paz Velazquez - Spanish Teacher
I am originally from Paraguay and have lived in the Czech Republic for 12 years. I have been teaching Spanish for 7 years, mainly in secondary schools. During my career I have attended many didactic courses and had the opportunity to participate in exchange projects for teachers and students in countries such as Denmark, Spain and Ireland. I have also accompanied students on study stays focusing on Spanish courses in Valencia and Salamanca.
One of my hobbies is the creation of didactic materials. I try to make my lessons interactive and often use games and cards as tools to make learning more fun.
I am very interested in traveling, learning new cultures, languages and discovering innovative teaching methods. History and literature are other areas that fascinate me. I see my work as a continuous learning process, which is why I regularly attend training seminars aimed at Spanish teachers.
Contact: dykovaj@skolabohnice.cz
Nikolina Dvořák Vukovićová - Spanish Teacher
I have taught Spanish to children and adults for the past 15 years. For the last 6 years I have taught at an international primary school and before that I taught at a multi-year high school for 5 years, where I prepared students for the Spanish state exam. Languages are my passion. In addition to Spanish, I am fluent in English and Serbian and can also communicate in Polish and a little French.
I have a Bachelor’s degree in Spanish Language in Business and a Master’s degree in Spanish Language and Literature from the Faculty of Philology, University of Ostrava. I completed my pedagogical education at the Faculty of Education, Charles University in Prague. During my studies I also travelled to Spain for work and gained further language experience. I see my role as a teacher as a lifelong process, which is why I regularly attend training seminars for Spanish teachers.
Passing on my language experience to my students is very enriching. In my classes, I emphasize speaking, but I do not forget the importance of grammar and I leave space to the students’ creativity while working on projects. I like to look for new approaches in teaching and I am not afraid to implement them in my classes. I try to approach each student individually and respect their unique personality. Every year I organize language trips to Spain for my students.
I like to spend my free time in nature, travel a lot, learn new things and admire the diversity of different cultures. I also enjoy sports and reading foreign language literature.
Contact: vukovicovan@skolabohnice.cz
Kateřina Skryjová - Teacher of AV production
I am an art teacher and lover of all things creative. I love to incorporate modern technology, including artificial intelligence, into my teaching and explore its possibilities and limits.
Contact: skryjovak@skolabohnice.cz
Matúš Hodoš - Teacher of tandem chemistry
I graduated in physics, which provided me with a solid foundation for analytical thinking and a deeper understanding of the world around us. However, when I’m not solving equations or exploring how things work, I enjoy spending time in nature. Hiking and being out in the fresh air help me relax and take a break. I also love good music and savor moments spent enjoying great food, which offer a pleasant escape from daily routines. When I need some rest, I often get lost in the pages of fantasy literature, where I can escape into worlds full of magic and adventure. These hobbies help me maintain a balance between scientific precision and the desire for creative relaxation.
Contact: hodosm@skolabohnice.cz
Jitka Dyková - Biology Teacher
Nature and the natural sciences are a constant source of new experiences and motivation for me to learn more. I am a trained biologist, and I like to pass on my experience, especially in the field of nature conservation, as I believe that the future of nature is in the hands of the younger generation!
Contact: dykovaj@skolabohnice.cz
Breanna Emerson - Teacher of tandem math, tandem chemistry, teacher of civic education and social and personal development, English science teacher
Originally from California in the U.S., I have had the incredible experience of living in the Czech Republic for the past four years. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Master of Science in Environmental Science, both of which reflect my deep fascination with understanding the natural processes and phenomena that shape our world. With about five years of teaching experience, I bring a deep passion for math and science to my classroom every day. I’ve always been captivated by the intricacies of nature, and I take great pride in instilling that same curiosity in my students. For me, education is about much more than just imparting knowledge—it’s about inspiring a genuine desire to explore, question, and understand the world around us. I believe that young minds are the key to a sustainable future, and I’m committed to molding future generations by encouraging them to think critically, act sustainably, and approach the world with curiosity and wonder.
Contact: emersonb@skolabohnice.cz
Emily Katherine Centa - Teacher of tandem history and AV production
I am a native English speaker from the United States and grew up in Ohio. I studied Integrated Social Studies at Kent State University and taught for a few years in the U.S. but chose to move back to Prague after completing a TEFL certification, here, in 2022.
I will be teaching History and Art, along with English. While I primarily studied History, Art has always been a passion of mine and something that I continue to pursue— I have even illustrated a children’s book!
I aim to inspire creativity and expression in all of my classes, so that students can engage with the material in new and meaningful ways!
Denisse Castanos Bautista - Teacher of tandem civic education
Born in Acapulco, Mexico. Denisse graduated from the College of Scientific and Technological Studies of the State of Guerrero. Studies at the Prague Conservatory of Music (violin). A creative person, passionate about inspiring new generations through languages, music and dance. Her greatest interest as a teacher is the development of her students and sharing about her culture.
Ema Oravcová - School psychologist
As a school psychologist, I provide students with individual sessions, group sessions, and workshops focused on a variety of mental health topics. For parents, I offer counseling sessions and workshops focusing on educational counseling topics. I also focus on working through classroom dynamics and spreading awareness about the importance of mental health and methods to take care of it.My goal is to create an environment for students where they feel heard and safe, while providing them with the necessary resources and tools to cope with the challenging times and situations they are going through.
Contact: oravcovae@skolabohnice.cz
Svitlana Purska – catering
Martin Procházka – house keeper, Troja building
Michal Bílý – Groundskeeper, Bohnice building
Tomáš Beran - School Photographer, Social Networks
Contact: berant@skolatroja.cz
