Helena

Czech Republic
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Hello! My name is Helena and I am from a village in the Czech Republic ( my family has a homestead ) and I love meeting new people, learning new skills, discovering other cultures and evolving this way.
My personality type is ENFP. - I am extroverted, enthusiastic, flexible, open-minded, intuitive and creative.
I've been active in ESN for two years and my position there is inclusion manager at the moment 😆

I have master's in special education and also a bachelor's degree in preschool education.
I have creative, artistic and didactic skills, I love dancing and movement in general, I can play the piano and plan activities / intervention according to children’s needs for their best development..
I also focus on equal opportunities for all minorities.

My first experience similar to workaway was WWOOFing in Japan in July 2018
In the past years, I was involved in different kinds of volunteering in Czechia.
For instance : in a retirement house, tutoring children, helping on a Children's Day, I also had the opportunity to volunteer in a psychiatric hospital....

I support the Czech ecological movement Brontosaurus and was a part of some of their projects. ( castle reconstructions, helping in an animal rescue station..)

Even though I am not perfect I try to live as ecologically as I can, making my own cosmetic producs, growing fruits and vegetables in our garden.. I have a holistic approach to life and health is a huge value to me.
Interests

Charity work

Gardening

DIY & crafts

Yoga / Wellness

Self development

Sustainability

Pets

Plant care

Music

Cooking & food

Art & design

Dancing

Drawing & painting

Languages

Culture

Farming

Nature

Animals
Languages

Languages spoken
Czech: Fluent
English: Fluent
Japanese: Intermediate
German: Beginner
Korean: Beginner
Russian: Beginner

More details about my language interests
I think that I have a rather good linguistic Intelligence - according to the Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences. I passed the CAE exam last year so I find myself capable of teaching English, especially to children as I am a student of preschool education. However, I know I am still on the path of learning myself.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:

Life at a Farmstay

Hospitality/Tourism

Charity Work

Some knowledge of:

Light gardening

Babysitting and creative play

Being an elderly companion

Light maintenance

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Eco Projects

Helping around the house

Animal Care

Teaching

Able to teach about:

Languages

Art Projects
More details about your skills

Artistic skills, playing the piano, cooking, acroyoga skills, working in the garden, hosting events, I can give presentations..

My positive traits: open-mindedness, flexibility, enthusiasm, patience, empathy, sensitivity, responsibility.
( I developed a lot of these qualities thanks to working with children)
Age

28
What else ...

I am trying to focus on health and eco-friendly sustainable lifestyle!
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- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements

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31 Oct 2025

Left by Workawayer () for host (Take care of my easy-going ...)

I had such an amazing time with Stefan and during my time housesitting!
He is a warm, funny, wise and kind person who makes you feel comfortable and at home. His house is so beautiful and truly feels like a dream place for anyone who loves spirituality. His pets are really adorable, and Stefan teaches you everything you need to know to take care … read more

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29 Oct 2025

Left by host for Workawayer ()

Helena was taking care of my house and my animals (which are 2 dogs, 1 cat, 2 parrots and 1 goose) while I was away.
I was already thinking of cancelling my holidays because my dogs caught a virus and were vomiting and I did not want to leave somebody else to clean up this mess,
After I met Helena and she agreed to take care of the situation I … read more

(Excellent )

18 Sep 2025

Left by host (Cat and land caretaking on ...) for Workawayer ()

Helena was a pleasure to have around: she's friendly, helpful, curious, and has a good attitude about life. It was interesting hearing her stories and having her calm presence on the team. I wish her well and hope she comes back someday!

(Excellent )

18 Sep 2025

Left by Workawayer () for host (Cat and land caretaking on ...)

Staying at Shiva's with my friend was one of those stays we think fondly of and still talk about even after time has passed. What I appreciated the most was that we connected, exchanged deep and interesting stories and sometimes cozy dinners we made together, but we never felt pressured to "entertain each other", we all had a right to our alone … read more

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19 Jul 2022

Left by Workawayer () for host (Castle restoration and ...)

I've stayed with Jaroslav for 8 days and I definitely want to come back in the future! The place is located in a beautiful remote picturesque environment. I could learn about environmentally friendly/saving ways of living, the castle and its history, goats and how to milk them and mostly a lot of lessons from Jaroslav himself. He was one of the … read more

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31 Oct 2025

Left by Workawayer for host (Take care of my easy-going ...)

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29 Oct 2025

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18 Sep 2025

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18 Sep 2025

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19 Jul 2022

Left by Workawayer for host (Castle restoration and ...)

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1 Aug 2019

Left by host (Staying in nature and joining ...) for Workawayer

Nice Helena stayed only 10 days with us. (unfortunatelly). But this time was really nice !!! Helena were one of 4 workys from all over the world, who did so much hard work !!! I could´nd believe, that is was possible to do.
Helena is always kind and friendly... and her way to talk is very amazing :D When she left, it became very quite the first … read more

(Excellent)

1 Aug 2019

Left by Workawayer for host (Staying in nature and joining ...)

Hello! Sorry for the late feedback! I spent 10 days here and it was really exciting.
At first, Krischa was kind to pick me up in a town near her village.
The best thing was that you could both escape the civilization enjoying time in the fields and at the same time visit the beach which was not too far ( you could walk there) and if you borrowed … read more

(Excellent)

25 Mar 2019

Left by host (Volunteer at a school and ...) for Workawayer

We really are very happy to have helena as our part of school for four weeks. She did her best with the kids. We felt the kids enjoying in the class where she has been. She taught then a lot of creative things which they still are doing and remembering her. She is a happy, enthusiastic, hard working girl. We wish her to have a bright future.

(Excellent)

23 Mar 2019

Left by Workawayer for host (Volunteer at a school and ...)

I had one great month in this school. I never taught in a class before so for me it was a little bit difficult at the beginning, but they are very kind and they would sometimes come to my class and help me so I never felt much pressure and soon I became more comfortable.
I loved the kids and especially doing art with them. They were so lovely and … read more

(Excellent)