1. Information Specialist:
Help user identify what information they need
Locate the best sources for this information
Help the user access that information
2. Instructional Partner:
Help the classroom teacher plan for instruction
Help locate that information in a variety of formats
Collaborate with classroom teacher for instruction
3. Teacher:
Teach lessons and help co-teach units pre-planned with classroom teacher
Give book talks, instruct students on various research skills
Suggest additional books of interest (reader's guidance)
4. Program Administrator:
Run the day-to-day operations of the Media Center according to professional standards
Set and implement Media Center Goals according to school system and school goals
Select the best materials to support the curriculum, Young Adult Literature and personal reading goals