Kimberly DeCaire-Mays
Saginaw,MI
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Carrollton Public Schools, excelling in classroom management and lesson planning. Proven ability to enhance student engagement through tailored support and behavioral interventions. Strong relationship-building skills foster a positive learning environment, while a commitment to professional development ensures continuous improvement in instructional techniques.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Saginaw Township Community Schools
09.2025 - Current
- Supported students with special needs in daily routines and academic tasks.
- Monitored student behavior to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve educational practices.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
Assoicate Teacher /Paraprofessional
Carrollton Public Schools
01.2015 - 09.2025
- Assisted in developing lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Supported classroom management by fostering positive student behavior and engagement.
- Collaborated with lead teacher to implement instructional strategies effectively.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
- Organized educational materials and resources for daily lessons and activities.
- Facilitated small group discussions to promote critical thinking and collaboration among students.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance instructional skills and techniques.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering respectful, open communication between students and staff.
- Encouraged creativity and self-expression among students through various art projects and writing assignments, inspiring confidence in their abilities.
- Helped lead teacher set up and manage classroom and outdoor activities.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating problem-solving activities in the curriculum.
- Built and maintained productive relationships between students, teachers and parents.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Watched and documented behaviors for use in identifying areas in need of support.
Lead Childcare Teacher
Carrollton Public Schools
01.2015 - 03.2020
- Designed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to enhance child development and learning outcomes.
- Supervised classroom activities, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for all students.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, adjusting teaching strategies to maximize learning effectiveness.
- Enhanced children''s communication skills by incorporating sign language and visual aids in daily activities.
- Established strong relationships with parents through open lines of communication, regular updates, and informative parent-teacher conferences.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between activities by using songs, visual cues, and verbal reminders to keep children engaged while minimizing disruptions.
- Supported student growth in developing self-help skills to promote independence and selfconfidence.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and collaborative planning sessions.
- Boosted children''s literacy and numeracy skills through engaging hands-on activities and materials.
- Maintained a safe learning environment by adhering to established health and safety protocols and promptly addressing any concerns or issues.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans that integrated play-based learning opportunities for cognitive, social-emotional, physical, and creative development.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
Education
No Degree - Accounting
Saginaw Business College
Saginaw, MIHigh School Diploma -
Arthur Hill High School
Saginaw, MI06-1979
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Student support
- Behavioral interventions
- Special needs assistance
- Professional development
- Safety protocols adherence
- Progress monitoring
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Child development knowledge
- Small group and individual assistance
- Data collection
- CPR and first aid
- Relationship building
- Child development
Certification
Infant and Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA)
Preschool Child Development Associate (CDA)
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Saginaw Township Community Schools
09.2025 - Current
Assoicate Teacher /Paraprofessional
Carrollton Public Schools
01.2015 - 09.2025
Lead Childcare Teacher
Carrollton Public Schools
01.2015 - 03.2020
No Degree - Accounting
Saginaw Business College
High School Diploma -
Arthur Hill High School