Adolescent programme of Montessori Schools Andílek · Grades 7-9
Adolescent programme of Montessori Schools Andílek · Grades 7-9
Our team
Campus Terra is run by a team of experienced teachers, guides and specialists who understand the particular needs of adolescents.
We share respect for the individuality of every young person, belief in their potential and the conviction that education should be meaningfully connected to real life.
Meet our leadership
CEO & Head of School
„Working with children has inspired me all my life, working with adults motivates me, Montessori gives me deep understanding and direction, and Andílek gives me the space to make it all happen, bring it together and do work that matters.“
Hanka studied lower-secondary teaching at a faculty of education, then educational counselling and school management. She holds the international AMI 6-12 Diploma under Kay Baker, completed the AMI Administrators' course and the international Whole School Leadership training, and also studied special education with a focus on speech therapy. She has worked in education since 2002, as a primary and secondary teacher, then at the Ministry of Education in special education. She has led schools for children and adolescents, from 2012 was head of a state kindergarten and primary school, and since 2013 she has been Head of the Montessori Schools Andílek.
Team Leader & Montessori Methodologist
„Since adolescence I have known that real power lies not in dominance but in cooperation and the ability to achieve great things. Children are the ones who can change the world, and their everyday deeds are enormous.“
Hanka Slabá is an experienced Montessori educator, methodologist and lecturer with more than twenty years of practice. She has completed international AMI courses and trainings in leadership and for the 0-3, 3-6, 6-12 and 12-18 age groups. She co-founded the Montessori Schools Andílek and the Montessori Institute Prague, and is the author of the book Montessori školka and the podcast Montessori jiskření.
Hana Slabá profile →
Finance & HR Administrator
„I am very glad to have the chance to work in a team of people who create the background for children and their development.“
Lucie completed secondary school in care and education, then a higher vocational school in Social Work, a teaching-assistant course and a speech-therapy assistant course. She first worked as a personal assistant to children with Down syndrome and from 2012 at a primary school for children with speech difficulties, as a teaching assistant, after-school educator and class teacher. She has worked at Andílek since August 2018 and completed the AMI 3-6 Assistants course with trainer Elina Rautasalo.
Meet our adolescent team
In Montessori education we speak of guides rather than teachers. A guide prepares the environment, observes and supports students on their journey rather than dictating it.
Lead Guide & Science Guide
„I have loved science and discovering the living and non-living world around us since childhood. Motivating children to be independent and to look for solutions, that is what makes sense to me.“
Eva studied Vertebrate Zoology at the Faculty of Science, Charles University in Prague. For many years she led activities at the Prague House of Children and Youth, and recently worked on a research project at the Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague. In her free time she enjoys riding, cycling and hiking.
Programme Coordinator & Humanities Guide
„When I discovered Montessori education, I was struck by how deeply thought-through it is: it takes into account both the psyche and physiology and truly prepares children for life. I love how children think and ask questions.“
Lída studied Czech language and special education at the Faculty of Education, Charles University. While still at secondary school she started working at Montessori Slaný as an assistant, after-school educator and teacher in both primary and kindergarten. She completed Montessori courses for ages 0-3 and 3-6. She teaches Czech to foreigners, prepares students for entrance exams, proofreads texts and runs a dance club.
Maths and Art Guide
„At Andílek I found exactly that combination of a warm, supportive environment and the chance to explore maths from a different angle.“
Klára studied Secondary Mathematics Teaching and English Philology in Olomouc, with semesters at universities in Norway and England. She spent two summers as a counsellor at camps in the USA and has volunteered with various organisations since secondary school. She enjoys time in nature and creating with pencil and thread.
Czech & English Language Guide
„My aim in language teaching is for students to use the language straight away, not be afraid of mistakes and speak from the very first lessons.“
Sylvia studied French and Social Sciences at the Faculty of Education, Charles University, later adding English to her qualifications. She spent two semesters at the Université de Perpignan and holds the DALF C1 in French. She is currently taking the AMI course in Montessori education for adolescents. She has worked at Andílek since October 2020.
German Language Guide
„Working with children and adults has been part of my whole career, in international settings, sports education and schools.“
Kateřina graduated from the Prague University of Economics and Business and the Faculty of Law, Charles University, and studied Austrian culture and language at the University of Salzburg. She is also an accredited professional development coach.
Computing Guide
Music & Practical Work Guide
„Being with children, working with them and learning from them makes sense. The world of children offers a true view of the future.“
Vítězslav studied composition and conducting at the conservatory and has devoted his life to music in many forms. After the Velvet Revolution he founded the record label Arta Music. He co-founded Andílek's Atelier, where he leads choirs, individual lessons and woodwork. In 2018 he completed the Montessori Adolescent Orientation course in Sweden and has since worked as a guide in the adolescent programme.
Practical Life and Movement Guide
„Teaching soon became my life's calling, and nothing brings me greater joy than working with young people.“
I was first inspired to work with children by a conversation with the American folk singer Pete Seeger, which had a profound influence on my life. Teaching soon became my life's calling, and nothing brings me greater joy than working with young people. Because I struggled in a traditional school as a child, the Montessori approach encouraged me to create lessons and programmes that my younger self would have enjoyed. I am an American with Czech roots and I am proud to have been able to return to the land of my ancestors. I truly value the friendly and open atmosphere at Andílek and look forward to improving my Czech within the Andílek community.
Barry holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin and a master's degree in education from Loyola University. He earned his AMI diploma for ages 6-12 at the Montessori Center of Minnesota. He is currently completing the AMI Adolescent Orientation at the Montessori Institute Prague and has two decades of experience in Montessori environments. He also studied at the Dell’Arte International School of Physical Theatre and has taught acting and performance to children and adults for many years. Barry is also a published playwright, and his plays for young audiences have been staged across the United States and in other countries.
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