Charlotte Elsdon
Ipswich,Suffolk
Summary
Highly experienced and passionate Early Years Specialist Teacher with over 10 years of leadership in curriculum development and implementation. Inspirational class teacher who consistently provides engaging lessons and innovative teaching strategies to all groups of pupils and across phases. Adept at improved engagement, pupil outcomes and results through supportive and inclusive environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
EYFS Teaching Assistant
Suffolk County Council
Bramford, Suffolk
09.2014 - 08.2015
- Worked collaboratively with Speech and Language specialist to ensure high outcomes for all pupils
- Encouraged pupil autonomy through guided independent study initiatives
- Managed administrative tasks, aiding smooth running of the class
Nursery Practitioner
Ipswich Preparatory School
Ipswich, Suffolk
09.2010 - 08.2015
- Cultivated positive relationships with parents and carers; kept them informed about their child's achievements and areas for improvement
- Assessed individual learning needs of each child; tailored teaching methods accordingly
- Planned and implemented educational activities to stimulate cognitive growth in young children
Class Teacher/EYFS and Key Stage 1 Leader
St Margaret's CEVA Primary School
Ipswich, Suffolk
09.2022 - Current
- Led EYFS, creating an exceptional learning environment with a 'highly stimulating curriculum' (OFSTED, May 24)
- Improved literacy skills across the school by designing and sequencing a bespoke reading curriculum to meet the increasingly diverse needs of vulnerable groups
- Designed and led CPD sessions on phonics, reading and writing, upskilling the teaching staff, resulting in higher pupil outcomes
Class Teacher/EYFS Leader
Reach2 Academy Trust
Martlesham, Suffolk
09.2016 - 08.2022
- Supported colleagues across the Trust to moderate and assess EYFS pupils and to develop language and literacy rich learning environments
- Taught mixed EYFS/ Year 1 class for 3 years, enabling smooth and high quality transition from Reception to Key Stage 1
- Delivered Forest Schools for pupils from EYFS to Year 6 resulting in innovative ways of learning
Education
NPQSL - Senior Leadership
National Society for Education
Suffolk 03.2024 - 09.2025
NPQLT - Leading Teaching
National Society for Education
Suffolk 03.2023 - 03.2024
Forest School Leader - Forest Schools
Forest School Association
UK 09.2018 - 07.2019
PGCE - Early Years
SCITT
Suffolk and Norfolk 09.2015 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Early Learning
University of Suffolk
Ipswich 09.2014 - 07.2016
Foundation Degree in Arts - Children's Care, Learning and Development
University of Suffolk
Ipswich 09.2010 - 07.2012
Skills
- Curriculum development and leadership
- Early years pedagogy and knowledge
- Proven track record with high pupil outcomes
- Highly experienced
- Empowering and leading change
- Mentor for Trainee Teachers and Coach/Peer Mentor for colleagues
- Continual Professional Development through NPQ's
Timeline
NPQSL - Senior Leadership
National Society for Education
03.2024 - 09.2025
NPQLT - Leading Teaching
National Society for Education
03.2023 - 03.2024
Class Teacher/EYFS and Key Stage 1 Leader
St Margaret's CEVA Primary School
09.2022 - Current
Forest School Leader - Forest Schools
Forest School Association
09.2018 - 07.2019
Class Teacher/EYFS Leader
Reach2 Academy Trust
09.2016 - 08.2022
PGCE - Early Years
SCITT
09.2015 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Early Learning
University of Suffolk
09.2014 - 07.2016
EYFS Teaching Assistant
Suffolk County Council
09.2014 - 08.2015
Foundation Degree in Arts - Children's Care, Learning and Development
University of Suffolk
09.2010 - 07.2012
Nursery Practitioner
Ipswich Preparatory School
09.2010 - 08.2015