Amber C. Austin-Briggs M.s.ed

Amber C. Austin-Briggs, M.S.Ed has a diverse work history with experience in education, nonprofit organizations, and consultancy. Amber C. is the Founder and CEO of AC Briggs Consulting, LLC, a company aimed at revolutionizing professional development and shifting culture in workspaces for people of color. Amber C.'srole involves focusing on wellness and collaboration as well as aligning passion with career. Additionally, Amber serves as the Fundraising Chairperson for the Baltimore City Chamber of Commerce. In the past, they worked as the Director of Volunteerism and Partner Engagement at the Living Classrooms Foundation and as a Participant Engagement Fellow at Urban Teachers. Amber C. has also held positions such as Program Director at Branded Camp Services, Inc., Humanities Teacher at Digital Pioneers Academy, and Grade 5 and Sixth Grade Humanities Teacher at Baltimore City Public Schools.

Amber C. Austin-Briggs, M.S.Ed completed their education as follows:

Amber earned a Master of Science in Education (M.S.Ed) with a specialization in Educational Leadership and Administration, General from Coppin State University from the year 2020 to 2021. Before this, they pursued Urban Education at the Johns Hopkins University School of Education from 2017 to 2019, though it is not indicated if they obtained a degree.

Amber obtained their Bachelor of Arts (B.A) degree in Psychology from the University of California, Santa Cruz between 2012 and 2017.

In addition to their educational background, Amber has obtained several certifications. Amber C. is an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) through the International Coaching Federation, completed CPR/AED/First Aid training from the American Heart Association, and holds an Administration 1 certification from the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). Furthermore, they are certified as an Elementary Education K-6 Teacher and holds a Special Education, Grades 1-8 certification, both from the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE).