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
2014.09 - 2015.08
- 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
2010.09 - 2015.08
- 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
2022.09 - 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
2016.09 - 2022.08
- 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 2024.03 - 2025.09
NPQLT - Leading Teaching
National Society for Education
Suffolk 2023.03 - 2024.03
Forest School Leader - Forest Schools
Forest School Association
UK 2018.09 - 2019.07
PGCE - Early Years
SCITT
Suffolk and Norfolk 2015.09 - 2016.08
Bachelor of Arts - Early Learning
University of Suffolk
Ipswich 2014.09 - 2016.07
Foundation Degree in Arts - Children's Care, Learning and Development
University of Suffolk
Ipswich 2010.09 - 2012.07
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
2024.03 - 2025.09
NPQLT - Leading Teaching
National Society for Education
2023.03 - 2024.03
Class Teacher/EYFS and Key Stage 1 Leader
St Margaret's CEVA Primary School
2022.09 - Current
Forest School Leader - Forest Schools
Forest School Association
2018.09 - 2019.07
Class Teacher/EYFS Leader
Reach2 Academy Trust
2016.09 - 2022.08
PGCE - Early Years
SCITT
2015.09 - 2016.08
Bachelor of Arts - Early Learning
University of Suffolk
2014.09 - 2016.07
EYFS Teaching Assistant
Suffolk County Council
2014.09 - 2015.08
Foundation Degree in Arts - Children's Care, Learning and Development
University of Suffolk
2010.09 - 2012.07
Nursery Practitioner
Ipswich Preparatory School
2010.09 - 2015.08