Victoria Schmidt
Pleasanton,CA
Summary
Accomplished music educator and Kodaly specialist with a strong background in curriculum development and ensemble coordination. Successfully mentored novice and experienced music teachers, fostering educational growth and enhancing student engagement in music programs.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Retired Music Educator
Hayward Unified School District
Hayward, California
07.1987 - 06.2021
- Kodaly music specialist and Choral Director for students in grades K-8
- Lead Music teacher
- Provided staff development for music teachers.
- Mentor teacher for beginning and experienced music teachers.
- Kodaly curriculum demonstration teacher for university students and colleagues
- CMEA (California Music Educators Association) board member and clinician.
Current Music Activities
St. Paul Lutheran Church, Oakland
- Chancel Choir Accompanist and Assistant Director, bell choir member, ensemble musician
- Guest Worship Leader and pianist
Danville Girls Chorus, Danville
- Guest choral director and accompanistPreparatory, Intermediate, Concert Choir, and Honor Choir
- Guest Worship Leader and pianist
Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Trinity Lutheran Church, Messian Lutheran Church, Peace Lutheran Church
- Guest Worship Leader and pianist
Education
General Music Teaching Credential - Music Education - Preschool To Adult
Holy Names University
Oakland, CA05-1997
Master of Music - Music Education, emphasis in Kodaly Music
Holy Names University
Oakland, CA05-1987
Bachelor of Music - Piano Pedagogy
Holy Names University
Oakland05-1986
Skills
- Music pedagogy
- Kodaly methodology
- Choral conducting
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Ensemble coordination
- Performance group accompanist
Accomplishments
Concert and Show Choirs consistently received top honors for CMEA (California Music Educators Association) and Music In The Parks festivals and competitions
Timeline
Retired Music Educator
Hayward Unified School District
07.1987 - 06.2021
General Music Teaching Credential - Music Education - Preschool To Adult
Holy Names University
Master of Music - Music Education, emphasis in Kodaly Music
Holy Names University
Bachelor of Music - Piano Pedagogy
Holy Names University