3rd Grade
Brittany Nelson | Traditional Teacher
My Email: brittany.nelson@washk12.orgHi! My name is Brittany Nelson, and I’m a 2nd grade teacher here at Diamond Valley. I’m originally from Arizona and graduated from Arizona State University. I’ve been teaching for 9 years, and I absolutely love working with young learners and helping them grow.
Outside of school, I enjoy reading, watching my favorite comfort shows, and playing volleyball. My husband is currently in his 3rd year of medical school at Rocky Vista, and we share our home with our two sweet dogs.
I I feel so lucky to be part of such a supportive school community and can’t wait to see what this year brings!
JOANNA SNOW | Traditional Third Grade Teacher
My Email: Joanna.snow@washk12.orgHi my name is Joanna Snow and I am excited to teach 4th grade at Diamond Valley! I have worked at Diamond Valley for the past 4 years as a reading paraprofessional and already love all the students and being a Diamondback! I grew up for part of my life in Germany and have lived in many places in the U.S. My husband and I settled in St. George 15 years ago and we love it here. I love doing anything outdoors, running, traveling, food, and being with my family. I am excited about fulfilling my lifelong dream of being an educator!
Michelle Stauffer | Third Grade English Dual Immersion/ALP Teacher
My Email: michelle.stauffer@washk12.orgI love teaching third grade. It is the best! I am a St. George native. I attended Dixie High, Dixie State and then went to BYU for my Bachelor's Degree. My husband and I have three kids who have all gone through, or are currently in, the dual immersion program at Diamond Valley. I love to read and I hope to share my love of reading with my students. Some of my favorites are Harry Potter and anything by Jane Austen. I also love to travel and watch movies with my family.
Tamara Orts PÉREZ | Third Grade Spanish Dual Immersion Teacher
My Email: tamara.ortsperez@washk12.orgMy name is Tamara Orts Pérez, and I am from “La millor terreta del món” (“The best place in the world”), the motto of my hometown, Alicante, Spain. I grew up there, attended college, and completed my Master’s degree. Alicante is a beautiful city on the southeast coast of Spain, surrounded by beaches, mountains, forests, and charming little towns. It is also known for its incredible local food and sunshine throughout the year, which allows people to enjoy the outdoors in every season.
I am so excited to be part of the Diamond Valley Elementary and Saint George communities. After discovering the Dual Immersion program, I immediately fell in love with its mission and the opportunities it provides for students to learn a second language and appreciate another culture. Now in my fifth year at DVES, I feel incredibly lucky to be a Diamondback and to have the opportunity to share my language, culture, and love of learning with my students every day.
DVES FACULTY
Our teachers at Diamond Valley Elementary are highly experienced, educated, and dedicated. We have a combined total of over 100 years of teaching. Most of our faculty have taken Gifted and Talented post-graduate classes with many receiving the full endorsement. Many have also received their Master’s Degree, Reading Endorsement, Math Endorsement, or ESL Endorsement. Each faculty member works their hardest to provide a high quality education for every student. The teachers have fun and professional personalities that make Diamond Valley a place that children love to be.
“LEARNING FROM THE PAST, PREPARING FOR THE FUTURE, SUCCEEDING IN THE PRESENT.”