EE: What inspired you to become a library paraprofessional?

Gabrielle McLarren: I love reading and helping students find books that interest them.

EE: How long have you been a library paraprofessional?

GB: Since 2014. [I was] a learning support para since 2007.

EE: Have you always taught at Tyrone? If not, where else?

GB: I have never worked at another school district.

EE: What is your favorite memory as a staff member?

GB: I can’t pick just one!

EE: If you weren’t teaching right now, what do you think you would have done with your life?

GB: I always wanted to be a zookeeper that worked with elephants.

EE: Where did you attend high school?

GB: Tyrone.

EE: Where did you attend college?

GB: Lock Haven University, I have a bachelor’s degree in Biology/Chemistry.

EE: What’s your favorite book?

GB: Edenbrooke by Julianne Donaldson.

EE: What is your favorite sport and sports team?

GB: I don’t watch sports so I don’t have a favorite team.

EE: What are some of your favorite hobbies?

GB: Reading, making jewelry, arts and crafts.