Meet Our Teachers

  • Jana Shaw- Van Buren

    Jana is the director and owner of Shaw Dance and Preschool. She has a Bachelor of Science in Dance and English Education from Utah State University and has been teaching dance and preschool classes for over 40 years.

  • Shelly Nay

    Energy and enthusiasm for learning are just some of the qualities Shelly brings to Shaw Preschool. She has been teaching with us for over 18 years, and graduated from the University of Utah, with a degree in Communicative Disorders. She is also our Preschool Director.

  • Samantha Rampersad

    Miss Sam is so kind and patient, and she brings her love of children, creativity and learning to the staff of Shaw Preschool. She has over 14 years teaching experience, and she enjoys creating fancy art projects! Sam has a BFA in Dance from Weber State University.

  • Alyson Hotchkiss

    Creativity and artsy come easily, and she loves helping the kids grow and learn. She has been with Shaw Preschool for the last five years, and is as energetic and bubbly as the kids!

  • Sarah King

    Sarah loves to see the potential that little ones must possess to learn and grow. She enjoys seeing their creativity, and how much they develop week to week. She has been with Shaw Preschool for the last five years, and has been with the Shaw family for the past nine years.

  • Ashleigh Naylor

    Ashleigh has a passion for teaching, and loves seeing the children's smiles when they learn something new. She has a been a staff member for few years, but has been a part of the Shaw Dance family since the age of three. Ashleigh has certifications in nutrition, yoga and breathwork, as well.

  • Jamie Johnson

    Miss Jamie is excited to bring her love for teaching and learning to Shaw Preschool for another year! She has a special place in her heart for children and watching them grow. Jamie has been a frequent substitute for many years at Shaw Preschool, and has loved being a full-time preschool and dance teacher.

  • Amanda Stratton

    Shaw Preschool is so thrilled to have Miss Amanda back for her second year! She received her BS in psychology from WSU, and her Masters in Educational Counseling from USU. She is the mother of three beautiful children, and her quiet patience makes her a favorite of the kids!