Amy Merda

Amy Merda has a strong background in education and library services. Amy currently holds the position of Head of Programming & Outreach at Indian Prairie Public Library since October 2022. Prior to this, they were the Mid-Kids Librarian at the same library from June 2021 to November 2022.

Amy also gained valuable experience as a Youth Services Assistant at Mt. Prospect Public Library from July 2013 to June 2021. Before that, they worked as a Children's Services Associate at Naperville Public Library from July 2010 to June 2013.

In addition, Amy has experience in the education sector. Amy worked as a Substitute Teacher and Summer School Teacher at Valley View School District 365U from August 2009 to June 2013. Amy also served as a Kindergarten Teacher at the same district from August 2008 to June 2009.

Furthermore, Amy worked as a Tutor/Teacher at Huntington Learning Center in 2010 and as a Supportive Ed. Aide at Valley View School District 365U from August 2007 to June 2008.

Amy Merda completed their Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Elementary Education at Benedictine University from 2003 to 2007. Amy later pursued a Master of Library & Information Science (MLIS) degree at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign from 2018 to 2021.