Kate Ellerby
Lincoln,Lincolnshire
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with 6 years of experience in EYFS and KS1 education. Passionate about creating positive learning experiences through child led and adult led activities. Committed to enhancing student outcomes through subject-specific expertise and a positive, encouraging approach. Recognised for phonics teaching and leadership abilities, and flexibility, and adaptability in addressing diverse educational and SEMH needs. Skilled in early reading and writing and employing positive reinforcement techniques to foster a supportive learning environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
EYFS Class Teacher / Phonics Lead
CIT Academies - Billingborough Primary School
Billingborough, Lincolnshire
09.2019 - 08.2025
- Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experiences.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with the EYFS Framework and Development Matters or the National Curriculum.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs, interests and abilities.
- Promoted inclusion within the classroom, ensuring equal opportunities for all learners.
- Offered emotional support for students dealing with personal challenges or difficulties.
- Made positive differences to pupil confidence and happiness through nurturing support and care.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding students' progress and behaviour issues.
- Coordinated with SEND professionals for developing individualised education plans.
- Participated actively in staff development training programmes and workshops.
- Collaborated closely with colleagues to plan school events and projects.
- Organised school trips, providing pupils with enriching experiences outside the classroom.
- Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress for my own class.
- Maintained up-to-date records of each student's academic progress.
- Prepared detailed reports on each pupil's performance at end of term meetings.
- Completed training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and developments in the field.
- Experienced and confident in teaching using both White Rose Maths scheme of Learning and NCETM Teaching for Mastery approach.
- Little Wandle Phonics scheme trained - teaching and leadership.
- Worked collaboratively with English Hub experts to rewrite practise maps for previous phonics scheme as an interim measure whilst applying for funding for a higher quality scheme.
- Secured funding for new phonics scheme alongside Headteacher.
- Implemented new phonics scheme which supported pupils from pre phonics up to Year 6, including SEND phonics program tailored to children's individual needs.
- Provided appropriate training to Teachers and Teaching Assistants ensuring delivery of high quality phonics lessons, encouraging expertise knowledge in areas regularly taught.
- Delivered yearly CPD to all staff.
- Delivered progress updates and next steps to Academy Leadership.
- Worked collaboratively with teaching staff to review phonics data and develop next steps for all students.
- Guided staff on intervention steps for children requiring additional support to keep them on track.
- Deployed staff based on children's needs, prioritising children with SEND and first 20 percent to ensure quality teaching is received.
- Supported a number of cohorts through Phonics Screening Check, both prior to and whilst using Little Wandle.
- Assessed, then implemented plan, do, review cycles for children in preparation for the Phonics Screening Check.
- Delivered Phonics and early reading information sessions to parents.
Trainee Teacher (Lincolnshire SCITT Course)
Lincolnshire SCITT Ellison Boulters C of E Academy
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
09.2018 - 07.2019
1:1 Teaching Assistant
Sturton By Stow Primary School
Lincoln, Lincoln
04.2017 - 08.2018
Business Support Assistant
Lincolnshire County Council
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
07.2008 - 04.2017
Education
PGCE - Primary Education
University Of Lincoln
Lincoln 09.2018 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Arts (hons) - Management
University of Lincoln
Lincoln, England 09.2004 - 07.2007
Skills
- Subject specific expertise - Phonics teaching and Leadership
- Experience in EYFS
- Experience in KS1
- Skilled in early reading and writing
- Positive reinforcement techniques
- Positive and encouraging
- Flexible and adaptive
- Dedicated and motivated
Timeline
EYFS Class Teacher / Phonics Lead
CIT Academies - Billingborough Primary School
09.2019 - 08.2025
Trainee Teacher (Lincolnshire SCITT Course)
Lincolnshire SCITT Ellison Boulters C of E Academy
09.2018 - 07.2019
PGCE - Primary Education
University Of Lincoln
09.2018 - 07.2019
1:1 Teaching Assistant
Sturton By Stow Primary School
04.2017 - 08.2018
Business Support Assistant
Lincolnshire County Council
07.2008 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Arts (hons) - Management
University of Lincoln
09.2004 - 07.2007
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