Welcome to my teaching portfolio

Hello! I'm  Kylie Stires, I am passionate about creating inclusive and engaging learning environments where every child feels valued and empowered to succeed. Currently pursuing an Associate’s degree in Elementary Education, I bring hands-on classroom experience and a strong commitment to supporting diverse learners, including those who are neurodivergent.

About Me

I was born in Texas and grew up in Florida, and today I am married with two wonderful children, ages 7 and 4. My personal life has given me meaningful experience in understanding and supporting ADHD, autistic, and neurodivergent children, which has deepened my commitment to inclusive education. Through parenting and classroom experiences, I’ve discovered a true passion for teaching, one that drives me to create welcoming, supportive environments where every child can thrive. Outside of teaching, I enjoy spending time with my family and caring for my cats, which keeps me grounded and balanced as I pursue this calling.

Portfolio Highlights

This portfolio showcases my commitment to creating inclusive and supportive classrooms where every child feels valued. It highlights my skills in classroom support, instructional differentiation, relationship building, and fostering positive learning environments, as well as my personal and professional commitment to meeting the needs of diverse learners.

Resume

I am a dedicated future educator pursuing an associate’s degree in Elementary Education with hands‑on classroom support experience. My resume highlights inclusive practices, relationship building, and a passion for helping every child thrive.

Reference

I am proud to provide a professional reference who can speak to my dedication, character, and teaching potential. This outstanding reference highlights my strengths in classroom support, inclusive practices, and the passion I bring to education.

Teaching evaluation

This evaluation reflects my strengths as a practicum student, emphasizing my passion for education, strong rapport with students, and ability to work independently with initiative. It highlights my professionalism, problem‑solving skills, and commitment to building positive classroom relationships, affirming that teaching is an appropriate and promising career path for me.

Contact Me

You can view my full information here. I’d be glad to share more about my journey and how I plan to teach the learners who shape our future.

Classroom Management

My classroom management plan builds a structured, inclusive environment through clear routines, positive reinforcement, and student-led systems that promote responsibility and respect.

My Teaching Philosophy

I believe in providing both consequences for misbehavior and addressing the root of the problem through meaningful connection with students. I strive to involve students in creating solutions to prevent future misbehavior, fostering responsibility and collaboration in the classroom. By guiding students to reflect on their choices and encouraging them to take ownership of their actions, I help build a sense of accountability and respect. My goal is to create a positive classroom culture where mistakes become opportunities for growth, and every child feels supported in learning how to make better decisions moving forward.

This portfolio reflects my journey as an educator, highlighting the skills, experiences, and values that shape my teaching. My commitment is to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students while fostering growth and inclusivity in education.