Emma Sims
Weston-super-Mare,North Somerset
Summary
Dynamic and innovative educator with a strong foundation in educational creativity and contemporary pedagogy. Expertise in the EYFS framework, subject specialisation, and learning style adaptation ensures effective curriculum delivery for Key Stage 1. Proven ability to design collaborative curricula and deliver distance learning, supported by excellent communication, problem-solving, and team-building skills. Committed to evidence-based best practices and in-depth EEF research to enhance educational outcomes. Career goal: to leverage expertise in early years education to foster engaging and inclusive learning environments.
Knowledgeable about EYFS and KS1 with 24 years experience.
Proficient Lead Teacher focused on integrating technology alongside traditional teaching methods.
Driven and adaptable with natural ability to inspire and guide students. Demonstrates strong leadership and communication skills, with proven experience in curriculum planning and classroom management. Committed to fostering positive learning environment and achieving impactful educational outcomes in current EYFs / Key stage 1 SLT member role.
Offering strong foundation in teaching and classroom management. Knowledgeable about curriculum development, student engagement, and fostering positive learning environments. Ready to use and develop communication, leadership, and organisational skills in new role.
Committed manager with exceptional leadership, organisational skills and communication abilities leads high-performing cross-functional teams. Leads projects, company operations based on children's needs and outcomes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
EYFS / Key stage 1 lead teacher
CLF
Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset
11.2001 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans that catered to diverse learning needs of pupils.
- Implemented effective behaviour management strategies to foster a positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum delivery across Early Years and Key Stage 1.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on best practices and classroom management techniques.
- Organised and led professional development workshops to improve instructional skills of staff.
- Assessed student progress regularly, adapting teaching methods to ensure all learners were supported.
- Established strong relationships with parents and caregivers to promote active involvement in children's education.
- Evaluated and refined educational resources to align with current teaching standards and practices.
- Facilitated parent-teacher meetings to discuss children's academic progress and behavioural issues.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies, ensuring a conducive learning atmosphere.
- Participated in continuing professional development courses for up-to-date educational practices and policies.
- Contributed towards the creation of school policies that promoted safe and respectful learning environments.
- Provided individualised support, resulting in improved student performance.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practice strategies within educational settings.
- Served as mentor for new teachers, aiding their transition into the role smoothly.
- Established supportive, stimulating learning environments to maximise staff and student success.
- Identified knowledge, skills and development gaps and implemented teacher training to bridge them.
- Supported teachers, learning assistants and volunteers with understanding and delivering subject curriculum.
- Reflected varied abilities when organising and delivering lessons and additional learning support.
- Led individual and department performance reviews, highlighting successes and recognising extra support needs.
- Engaged parents with student learning pathways to build additional support and encouragement.
- Encouraged teaching staff to continually improve strategies and maximise student learning.
- Performed assessments on each child and documented results.
- Updated files for individual children and teachers for record-keeping.
- Led and motivated teaching and support staff to continuously improve knowledge and abilities for optimum student education and support.
- Analysed programme trends to identify areas of improvement and recommended corrective actions.
- Recruited and hired qualified staff to build successful education team.
- Hired and mentored well-qualified job applicants for teaching and support staff roles, boosting programme success.
Education
BED - Primary education R.E.
Newman college Universtiy
Birmingham 09.1998 - 07.2001
GNVQ - Health and social care
Kingdown Secondary school
Warminster, Wiltshire 09.1996 - 07.1998
NPQEYL - Early years leadership
Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne 11.2024 - 04.2025
Skills
- Educational creativity and contemporary pedagogy
- Subject specialization
- Learning style adaptation
- EYFS framework expertise
- Distance learning delivery
- Collaborative curriculum design
- Problem-solving skills
- Communication skills
- Team building and leadership
- EYFS observation and assessment analysis
- Key Stage 1 teaching and curriculum delivery
- 1-to-1 tutoring and trainee mentoring
- Paediatric first aid certification
- Professional presentation
- Evidence based best practice
- Team collaboration skills
- Building effective relationships
- In-depth EEF research
Affiliations
- Gym
- Reading
Accomplishments
NPQEYL Pass April 2025
24 years experience in EYFS / Key stage 1.
Curriculum development for play based teaching approach for EYFs and year 1 pupils.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
NPQEYL - Early years leadership
Newcastle University
11.2024 - 04.2025
EYFS / Key stage 1 lead teacher
CLF
11.2001 - Current
BED - Primary education R.E.
Newman college Universtiy
09.1998 - 07.2001
GNVQ - Health and social care
Kingdown Secondary school
09.1996 - 07.1998