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Heidi Knuth has a diverse work experience in libraries. Heidi started their career at Antioch Public Library District in 2001 as a Page and later worked as a Circulation Clerk and in Public Relations. Heidi then became a Reference/Interlibrary Loan Paraprofessional before joining Deerfield Public Library as a Youth Services Associate in 2007. In 2014, they joined The Glenside Public Library District as a part-time Youth Services Librarian. In 2011, they joined Bloomingdale Public Library as a Youth Services Librarian/Preschool Outreach Coordinator/VolunTeen Coordinator and later became the Youth Services Assistant Department Head. Heidi currently holds this position along with their role as a Youth Services Assistant Department Head at Bloomingdale Public Library.

Heidi Knuth has a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Elementary Education/English, which they obtained from Marquette University. This degree also earned their dual state teaching certificates/licenses. Heidi completed a College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program through the Our Lady of Victory Homeschool Program. Heidi also holds a Master of Library & Information Science (M.L.I.S.) degree from Dominican University. Heidi'sfocus areas during their Master's program included Reference, Cataloging, and Youth Services. However, specific years for the start and end of their education at each institution were not provided.