Dr Amber Block

Conscious Discipline Certified Instructor

Kansas City, Kansas

Dr. Amber Block serves as the Principal of Bethel Early Childhood Center in Kansas City, Kansas, where she is committed to creating a culture of safety, connection, and belonging for children, families, and educators. Throughout her career, she has served as a teacher, instructional coach, assistant principal, and principal, giving her a unique perspective on […]

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Dr. Amber Block serves as the Principal of Bethel Early Childhood Center in Kansas City, Kansas, where she is committed to creating a culture of safety, connection, and belonging for children, families, and educators. Throughout her career, she has served as a teacher, instructional coach, assistant principal, and principal, giving her a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities educators face every day.
Amber’s journey with Conscious Discipline began as a search for practical strategies to support student behavior. What she discovered was much more than a behavior management framework — it was a transformational approach that changed the way she leads, teaches, and lives. Conscious Discipline has profoundly impacted both her professional practice and personal growth, helping her cultivate stronger relationships, increase emotional intelligence, and create environments where every person feels seen, safe, and valued.
As a Conscious Discipline Certified Instructor, Amber is passionate about equipping educators with the skills and mindset necessary to build connected school communities. Her presentations combine practical implementation strategies, authentic storytelling, and heartfelt encouragement, empowering participants to create meaningful change in their classrooms, schools, and lives.

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    Experience

    Dr. Block is an early childhood educator and school leader with experience as a teacher, instructional coach, assistant principal, and principal. She has dedicated her career to creating safe, connected learning environments that support the social, emotional, and academic success of children, educators, and families.

    Specialization

    Dr. Block specializes in Conscious Discipline implementation, early childhood education, school culture transformation, adult social-emotional learning, behavior support, and relationship-based leadership. She is passionate about helping educators shift from compliance-based practices to connection-based approaches that build resilience, emotional regulation, and lasting positive outcomes for students and staff.

    Certification

    • Conscious Discipline Certified Instructor
    • Licensed General Education Teacher (PreK–3rd Grade)
    • Licensed Building Administrator (PreK–12th Grade)

    Education

    • Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership
    • Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership
    • Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education