Library Media Specialist: Main Duties and Responsibilities (00:59)

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Ellen Zschunke is responsible for budgeting for and ordering media for her school.

Library Media Specialist: Career Beginnings (01:14)

Zschunke learned to appreciate libraries as a child. After working as a kindergarten teacher, she returned to school for a masters as a reading specialist.

Library Media Specialist: Keys for Success (01:27)

Zschunke explains how being flexible, patient, and passionate are all important for success as a media specialist.

Library Media Specialist: Education and Certification Requirements (00:51)

Zschunke is required to take ACT 48 courses to keep her certification current. In addition, she recommends professional conferences.

Library Media Specialist: Workplace Atmosphere (01:30)

In her elementary school library, there are many amenities including a TV studio space.

Library Media Specialist: Advice for Aspiring Pros (01:01)

Zschunke suggests shadowing someone in the field and building a profession community.

Library Media Specialist: A Day on the Job (02:20)

Students and teachers are in and out all day and there are classes throughout the day. In-between classes, Zschunke builds an order list and reviews resources that need renewing.

Library Media Specialist: Industry Goals and Services (01:06)

Zschunke's goal is to create independent, informed citizens who know how to access information and how to communicate effectively.

Library Media Specialist: Industry Challenges (01:06)

With limited time and financial resources, Zschunke does as much as possible to equip her students in digital navigation.

Library Media Specialist: Looking at the Future (00:56)

Zschunke believes rapidly changing technology makes the role of media specialist more important than ever.