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Amanda Austin

Tier 3 Trainer

Technical Assistance Professional

Madison, WI SOUTHERN Region Supporting Families Together Association

Agency Staff (888) 713-5437

Time of day
Daytime and Evening
Schedule Availability
Weekdays and Weekends
Primary Language
English
Training Language(s)
English

Trainer Credentials

Amanda has over 30 years of experience in the Early Care and Education Field. Early in her career, Amanda worked directly with children, infants through school-age, and families providing direct care. Amanda worked at 4-C, Madison as an Early Childhood Specialist. While in this role, she provided technical assistance as a YoungStar Coach and Training for Early Care Professionals.

In 2016, Amanda accepted a position with Supporting Families Together Association as an Environment Rating Scale (ERS) observer. Amanda was reliable and utilized ECERS-R, ITERS-R, FCCERS-R, and SACERS-U to complete observations and provide feedback to programs around quality practices. In her current role as the Professional Development Specialist, Amanda works closely with the nine Child Care Resource and Referral agencies to support and develop quality training for Early Care and Education Professionals. Amanda has a passion for life long learning and supporting the adults who care for child

Age Group Expertise

Infants (0-12 months) One Year Olds (13-24 months) Two to Two and half (25-30 months) Two and a Half to Three - (31-36 months) Three Year Olds - (37-48 months) Four Year Olds (49-60 months) Five Year Olds (61-72 months) Elementary (K-5th grade) Adults

Content Area

  • 1. Child Development
  • 2. Family Systems and Dynamics
  • 5. Learning Experiences, Strategies, and Curriculum
  • 6. Health, Safety, and Nutrition
  • 9. Family and Community Relationships
  • 10. Professionalism
  • 11. Planning, Reflection, and Evaluation
  • 12-C Administration and Management - Personnel

Approved to Teach

Fundamentals Infant and Toddler Care Fundamentals of Family Childcare Introduction to the Childcare Profession Skills and Strategies for the Childcare Teacher

Additional Endorsements

Abusive Head Trauma Prevention Active Early & Healthy Bites: Home Edition Active Early - WI Approved Trainer ASQ Trainer Darkness to Light Approved Trainer PDAS Technical Assistance Professional 2023 Course Instructor PDAS Trainer 2023 Course Instructor PDAS T-Tap Foundations 2023 Course Instructor Shaken Baby Strengthening Families Trainer

Technical Assistance Professional Credentials

Endorsements

Qualified Observer for Infant Toddler Credential Observation

Higher Education

Associate
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College
Early Childhood Education
Bachelor's
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Child Development

Additional Credentials

Child Abuse and Neglect
DCF - Abusive Head Trauma
DCF - Infant Toddler Requirement
DCF - Shaken Baby Syndrome
Registry Infant Toddler Credential
Madison Area Technical College