Teaching has been with me throughout my entire professional life, and what I still love about it is that you never stop learning. Over the course of my practice, I've worked with a range of pedagogical approaches — from Montessori education, through critical reading and writing and constructivist mathematics, to insights from personality typology. I'm always looking for new ways to help children discover their strengths, develop their potential, and find joy in learning. I consider the climate of both the school and the classroom to be extremely important. I believe children learn best where they feel safe, where they are accepted and respected, where they can be themselves, ask questions, seek their own solutions, and also make mistakes. My goal is for children to feel happy and motivated at school, with the space to fully use their abilities as they gradually discover everything they're capable of.

After graduating from the Faculty of Law at Charles University, I devoted myself fully to being a mum to two wonderful boys. It was the best thing in my life and a real school of life – it was fascinating to watch every bit of progress, the first smile, the first word, the first little step.

The question of what to do next so that the meaningfulness of my work would come close to the time spent with my children pursued me more and more often. The answer came soon (and was perhaps easier thanks to the "pedagogical genes" from my mum ;-)) – I would study at the Faculty of Education. I chose Primary School Teaching, because what better suits my dislike of routine than teaching all subjects in a class collective that's mixed differently every time? I'm embracing this new chapter with great responsibility – it is the primary school teacher who shapes children's lifelong relationship with education. It is an honour for me to work with first-graders at GENIUS Primary School, and my goal is to inspire them to learn and not be afraid to ask questions or make mistakes – all in a respectful and friendly environment.

I am a recent graduate of Charles University and I am very much looking forward to working with children. I dreamed of becoming a teacher since childhood due to my love for children and I am happy that this dream is now coming true. I like to spend my free time playing sports, especially basketball, which I have been playing since the age of six. I also like meeting friends, for example at cultural and social events. I come to school with respect, enthusiasm and a desire to create a safe and stimulating environment for children for learning and personal development.

Even as a little girl, I loved playing teacher, so I knew early on what my future profession would be. I studied at a secondary pedagogical school and then continued at university, where I studied German and History. During my studies, I had the opportunity to spend a year at a university in Germany. This experience advanced me significantly — not only in terms of language, but also by allowing me to get to know a different environment, culture, and way of educating. I have experience teaching at the lower secondary level, but I gradually discovered that working with children at the primary level suits me best. I also completed a Montessori course, and in my teaching I like to combine different methods with movement so that children understand the material better and actively internalize it. It is important for me to create an environment where children feel safe, can be themselves, aren't afraid to make mistakes, and have the desire to discover new things.

​I graduated from Charles University in teaching and social pedagogy. During my master's studies, I traveled to Estonia as part of the Erasmus program. I have ten years of experience in a primary school in Prague, where I led a class from the third to the ninth grade. I have gained insight into the work of an assistant teacher and a tutor. I have been teaching Czech as a foreign language, coordinating the school parliament, and I am a representative for prevention. I have experience with tandem teaching. I completed the first year of the Principal Live program and a whole range of courses (from ski instructor to crisis intervention and mentoring). I have been gaining almost eighteen years of formative experience in the Jules and Jim organization, which deals with prevention and challenging situations at school. I gained a solid foundation primarily at the Our Children children's camp, where I have been going since the third grade and without which nothing else would be possible.

I graduated from the Faculty of Education at Charles University and later worked as an English language teacher at a language school. I also worked in marketing in the sales department and thanks to a year of study abroad I was able to practice my English and German. Throughout my teaching career, I have realized that the most knowledge can be passed on through enthusiasm, passion for a cause, motivation and an experiential method. And it is children who perceive these qualities the most. I would like every child to have the opportunity to look back and remember fondly everything they have learned and experienced during their studies.

For me, teaching science is not about memorizing theorems and counting examples. A science teacher is primarily a guide for children through the world of knowledge. He does not bring children answers, but only directs them and helps them in finding answers. I graduated from Chemistry Teaching for Secondary Schools at the Faculty of Physics, Charles University, and am now a doctoral student in Chemistry Didactics. I have been working with children for more than 15 years and have experience in education from elementary school to university and adult education. I have the most experience with leisure education and popularization of science, mainly thanks to my work within the Association of Little Debrujárs. The popularity of science is most determined by the first years of education. Finding the lost taste for knowledge is not easy. My goal is not only to teach your children to learn about the world around them, but above all to maintain their interest in learning.

My name is Zuzana Nepraš, and I have been teaching English to both children and adults since 2019 with great passion and enthusiasm. My journey with English began during my life, work, and studies in the USA, which gave me a more practical and personal approach to teaching. I believe that learning should be engaging, enjoyable, and inspiring, so I strive to create a positive and supportive environment where students feel comfortable and confident expressing themselves. I see every student as unique, and I enjoy finding the best way to help each one succeed and grow. I hold internationally recognized certificates, including CELTA and Cambridge English: Proficiency, which enable me to adapt my teaching to different needs, levels, and learning goals. For me, teaching is not just about grammar and vocabulary — it’s about helping students unlock new opportunities, build confidence, and enjoy the journey of learning.

There have always been two things which fulfilled me - learning English and spending time with children. That is why I decided to study at a Faculty of Education – Teaching of English Language and Literature, which I finished with master’s degree. 

During my studies I had various experiences with teaching and spending time with children, either through practice at various schools or tutoring. Thanks to these I realised what working with children has to offer and also how important it is to get to know each child, so that we are able to work with them in a way that is best for every single one of them.

Dan is from the US where he has worked as an English teacher for international students as well as a history teacher. He has been working as a teacher in the Czech Republic since last year, teaching among other things at CTU, however, he has experience teaching children of different ages and levels.

At the GENIUS school this year, he teaches English and he has conversation with a native speaker in all grades, and the children will also see him at clubs.

I have been involved in sports all my life, especially ice hockey, which I started playing in my early childhood. Active participation in team sports taught me to cooperate, respect others, be purposeful and persistent in achieving set goals. I graduated from a secondary medical school and a higher vocational school with a sports focus. In my free time, I continue to be actively involved in hockey and work as a coach for young players, where I can pass on my experience, support their sporting growth and develop team spirit. I consider the joy of movement to be an important part of a healthy lifestyle and I try to pass it on to children in the school environment.

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I have been working with children since I was fifteen years old, when I became the head of a youth tourism club. I completed my bachelor's degree at Charles University, where I am now also completing my master's degree. In my free time, I enjoy music, which is an important source of inspiration and relaxation for me. I am very much looking forward to my work as a mathematics teacher. My goal is to support each student in their individual development and to create a safe environment in which children will not be afraid of mathematics, but will be able to discover their abilities and experience success.

I am currently finishing my follow-up master's degree in Teaching at the Faculty of Education of Charles University. I enjoy reading, following sports, and creating meaningful things. I have also long been involved in working with children during summer holidays, helping to organize and lead residential camps. In the social sciences and humanities, I would like to show children that these subjects can help them find answers not only to questions about how today's society functions, but also to situations and problems they encounter in their own lives. I also care about creating an atmosphere where everyone feels safe, can be themselves, and has space for their own personal development.

I have a more than twenty-year career as a journalist, during which I worked in domestic and foreign editorial offices and worked as a correspondent in Brussels for several years. I graduated in media studies from Charles University and, thanks to work trips all over the world — from Central and South America to Asia — I speak fluent English, Spanish and French. Although I come to education from a different sphere, I have a wealth of pedagogical and organizational experience that I have acquired in the daily practice of educating my children. I come to school with a great desire to pass on experience, support curiosity and guide children not to be afraid to ask questions and discover the world.