About Ms. V

My favorite part about teaching music is the fun-factor. I truly believe that my job is the best available. Where else would someone pay you to play instruments, dance, play games, and have fun while working with the best team in town? And while there are many challenges, this position is truly the best in the world! 

Having not had music classes when I was a child, I know how much I missed. Aside from the occasional talent show, I did not have opportunity to sing, play instruments, dance, and move creatively to music within the school system and my family couldn't afford lessons outside of it. It is my goal to see that all my students receive a music education tailored to their needs that allows them to explore, create, and move in ways that I never had the chance.

I hold my Bachelor's Degree in Music Education from Grace College in Indiana. I am fully certified through the National Association for Orff Schulwerk (AOSA). I also hold my Master's of Science in Education through Walden University with a specialization in Integrating Technology into the Classroom. I completed my Certificate in Technological Innovations in Teaching and Learning through Southern Utah University in 2016. I am a fully certified Orff Schulwerk teacher and completed the First Steps in Music training for early childhood. I am a current and active member of the Nevada's Desert Valley Chapter of AOSA and the Las Vegas Urban Chapter of Kodaly Educators. 

I formerly sat on the board of the Nevada's Desert Valley Chapter of AOSA chapter which provides world-class professional development for Las Vegas area music teachers in addition to scholarships for further training. I was very active with the Darnell Elementary PTA. I even sat on the board for several years as Liaison, Secretary, Treasurer, and President. In my spare time I like to read and paper craft.