She earned a bachelor’s degree in human development and family studies, with an emphasis in child development and education, along with a certificate in multicultural studies and a minor in sociology, from the University of Missouri, Columbia. While in school, Kaylee worked for the university's Child Development Lab, and that is where she fell in love with working with young learners and helping them explore the world around them. She earned a Master of Education degree in curriculum and instruction from William Woods University. She is certified to teach in both Missouri and Illinois.