Supporting the Professional Adaptation of Novice Teachers
in Special Primary Schools: An Analysis of Mentoring Processes

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Autori/ Authors: Jiří Škoda       Pavel Doulík       Natálie Semotánová            

In: Studia Scientifica Facultatis Paedagogicae Universitas Catholica Ružomberok

ISSN: 1336-2232

Ročník/ Volume: XXV.

Číslo/ Issue: 3

Strany/ Page Range: 11-28

Rok vydania/ Publication Year: 2026

Jazyk/ Language: Czech

Vydavateľ/ Publisher: VERBUM – vydavateľstvo Katolíckej univerzity v Ružomberku

Abstrakt/ Abstract: The present study addresses the issue of the professional adaptation of novice teachers in the specific context of special primary schools. The aim of the research was to analyze mentoring processes during the induction period and to identify factors influencing the professional stabilization of teachers working with pupils with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities and multiple disabilities. The theoretical framework situates the topic within the context of current Czech legislation and competency profiles of teaching staff. The empirical part is based on qualitative research designed in accordance with the principles of grounded theory. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with twelve participants (six novice teachers and six of their mentors). The findings indicate the existence of a continuum of mentoring quality, ranging from systematic, partnership-based support to formal, administrative supervision. The study identifies key intervening factors, such as time allocation, conceptualizations of the mentor’s role, and the quality of the school climate. The conclusions offer recommendations for improving induction systems, with an emphasis on strengthening reflective mechanisms and preventing professional burnout.

Kľúčové slová/ Keywords: Novice teacher. Mentor teacher. Special primary school. Induction period. Mentoring. Professional adaptation. Grounded theory.

Citácia/ How to cite:

ŠKODA, Jiří; DOULÍK, Pavel a SEMOTÁNOVÁ, Natálie, 2026. Podpora profesní adaptace začínajících učitelů v prostředí základní školy speciální: Analýza mentoringových procesů. Studia Scientifica Facultatis Paedagogicae Universitas Catholica Ružomberok. Online. Roč. XXV., č. 3, s. 11-28. ISSN 1336-2232. Dostupné na: https/doi.org.

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