Amber Ensminger holds a Masters Degree in Education from the University of Central Missouri, a B.S. in Broadcast Journalism from Missouri State, and is certified in Early Elementary Education, Secondary Language Arts, Speech, Debate, and Theatre. While pursuing her Masters in Education, Amber spent four years teaching speech, debate, and language arts in Kansas City. Currently she is teaching second grade in Blue Springs, Missouri where she also serves on several committees focusing on improving student education in math, reading, and writing. She is an avid reader of memoirs and fiction novels. Additional interests include traveling and gardening. She currently resides in Kansas City, Missouri. Amber is passionate about education and believes that everyone can learn.