Amber Fields

Community Impact Manager - Education
United Way of the Capital Region

My mission is to empower families with the tools they need and deserve to have the opportunities they never imagined possible. I want to assist families in realizing their full potential, by using community resources and thinking outside the box.

Office of Child Development and Early Learning


MENTOR

Karen Grimm-Thomas

 Director of External Relations

  • Researched, developed, and created and advocacy one-pager "What to do When..."
  • Designed infographic on budget process and what advocates can do during budget season

+ Employment History

February 2017

Community Impact Manager-Education

United Way of the Capital Region
Harrisburg, PA

September 2014

Enrollment and Family Support Specialist

Capital Area Head Start
Harrisburg, PA

October 2012

Lead Teacher, 4-Year-Old Room

Naval Support Activity
Mechanicsburg, PA

Strength Based Family Worker

Temple University
Harrisburg PA

Child Development Associates, Home-Based and Center-Based

Capital Area Early Childhood Training Institute

Being in a room full of people with one mind, reminded me how easy it is for one person to truly make a difference.