Meet Our Staff for the 23-24 School Year

Older 2's Partial Immersion 

Lead Teacher

Precare Lead Teacher

  Siria was born and raised in Hermosillo Mexico. She is married and mother to two children ages 7 and 15.  Most recently, Ms. Siria held a lead teacher position for 5 years at Strauss Early Child Center in Tucson. She has experience working with children ages 6 months through 17 years of age.   

 "I believe that children learn through play. I will provide opportunities for children to explore, discover, create and imagine throughout their school day."

Younger 2's Assistant Teacher &    Aftercare Teacher Assistant 

Tiffany recently relocated from Riverside, California, where she was raised on the family dairy farm. She holds a BS in Liberal Arts from California Baptist University and a Teacher Assistant Certificate from Riverside Community College. In addition, Tiffany holds an Associate Teacher Permit. She comes with extensive experience working in private preschools, public school programs, and Vacation Bible programs throughout Riverside County, California. Tiffany enjoys painting, latch work, and spending time with her 5-year-old niece. 

Aftercare Lead Teacher

Vivian Olvera is the aftercare teacher at ISP. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Education from the University of Arizona, 2 years of experience working as a special education paraprofessional, and 2 years of experience as a classroom teacher. She is a mother of one and has lived in Tucson since 2017. Her hobbies include writing, reading, making jewelry, and playing board games.

 Teacher Assistant

Lourdes Torres, or “Lulu” as she likes to be called, was born and raised in Magdalena de Kino, Sonora Mexico.  She moved to Tucson, Arizona in 2008 after graduating from high school. Lourdes has more than 5 years’ experience working with children, including private Spanish tutoring as well as working as a preschool teacher assistant. She really enjoys working with children of all ages. Lourdes loves to learn and explore new languages and cultures; she is very excited to be part of the ISP team this year.  When Lourdes is not working, she loves to spend time with her husband as well as her 2 schnauzer dogs Marcello and Nikita. She enjoys reading, singing, art, and movies. 

Hebrew Enrichment Teacher

Jodi is so excited to be returning to ISP. She was born and raised in Johnstown, PA and has a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh. She moved to Tucson in 1992 and doesn't miss snow one bit! Jodi has volunteered for many years in various preschools and elementary schools; she loves spending time with children and she enjoys watching them learn and grow. Jodi has two beautiful daughters and a wonderful husband who keep her very busy. She enjoys long walks, practicing yoga, and Zumba workouts. Jodi is forever grateful for all the beautiful things that life has to offer. 

Program Assistant

Ms. Jennifer has strong family values. She brings over 7 years of multicultural social work experience to ISP. She has spent many years helping unaccompanied minors express themselves in fun and artistic ways as a means of helping them adapt to their new living environment.  Ms. Valdes enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and the community. She has been developing her artistic skills and creating opportunities to commune with neighbors and provide exceptional care for others. Ms. Valdes is passionate about creative expression and diversity. She presents with an encouraging attitude and has a very outgoing personality which she uses to help educate young ones. Ms. Valdes is honored to be part of a team that is known for their unique immersion program and well-distinguished staff.