Teacher Resume
Nikkol Wirta-Daniels, Independent Music Teacher & Musician
Member: GHMTA, WSMTA, & MTNA
During the weekday, you can find Nikkol working for the Aberdeen School District as a Para-educator. She lives in Aberdeen with her husband, kids, their dog (Cooper), and 2 cats (Poe & Fidget).
Nikkol had the love of music since she was born. Her mom, Judy (Lawson) Reynvaan, had played percussion and piano "forever" instilling the love of music in the family. Nikkol has been teaching since 1985, obtaining several wards throughout her high school & college careers.
Experience and Qualifications
- Studies in piano pedagogy and performance at Western Washington University & Grays Harbor College
- Piano teachers include: Darlene Nelson, Helena Smith, Judy Reynvaan, Laura Boyer & Dr. Ford Hill
- Extensive experience as a music teacher, using various methods including (but not limited to): Leschetizky Method & the Kodaly Concept
- Private music teacher for 30+ years
- Classical Pianist & Professional Musician for over 35 years
Community & Professional Involvement
- 2014 – 2017 Member, AHS Music Boosters, Aberdeen, WA
- 2012 – 2014 Member of Miller Jr. High PTO, Aberdeen, WA
- 2011 – 2012 Volunteer 5th & 6th Grade Volleyball Coach at Central Park Elementary, Aberdeen, WA
- 2008 – 2012 Member of NNA (National Notary Association)
- 2008 – 2010 Member of Aberdeen First Presbyterian Church Worship Committee, Aberdeen, WA
- 2008 – 2010 Deacon of Aberdeen First Presbyterian Church, Aberdeen, WA
- 2007 – Present Member of Central Park Elementary PTO, Aberdeen, WA· ·
- 2006 – Present Member of the Sons of Italy, Amerigo Vespucci, Lodge #1814, Aberdeen, WA
Past Treasurer; Past Chaplain; Past Mistress of Ceremonies - 2005 – Present Member of WSMTA (Washington State Music Teachers Association)
- 2005 – Present Member of MTNA (Music Teachers National Association), Aberdeen
- 2005 – Present Member of GHMTA (Grays Harbor Music Teachers Association) Current Secretary; Current PR chair; Past Secretary
- 2005 – 2007 Pacific Peaks Girl Scout Council, Daisy Girl Scout Leader for Troop #945, Aberdeen
- 1995 – 2011 Choir member of the Aberdeen First Presbyterian Church, Aberdeen
- 1980 – 1988 Girl Scouts – PPGSC, Aberdeen - Earned several awards and badges including the Silver Award
- 1980 – 1985 Volunteer at Salvation Army food bank, Aberdeen
Performances
· Dec 2013 Performed at “A Holiday for Everyone” fundraiser, Aberdeen First Presbyterian Church,
· Nov 2013 Solo performance at Music Teacher Showcase, 7th Street Theatre,
· Aug 2013 Performed at Westport Art Festival vendor dinner & awards, Maritime Museum,
· May 2012 Presentation of W.A. Mozart at GHMTA meeting, Presbyterian Church,
· Nov 2011 Performed duet with Glory Haga & solo piece at Music Teacher Showcase at 7th Street Theatre,
· Nov 2010 Black Velvet (IMU2) performance at the SCCC Fundraiser at Aberdeen Methodist Church, Aberdeen, WA
· 2005 – Present Perform solo pieces & duets with students at Daniels Music Studio Annual Spring Concert
· 2005 – Present Perform solo pieces & duets with students at Daniels Music Studio Annual Christmas Concert
· 1989 – 2015 Substitute Pianist for Aberdeen First Presbyterian Church
· 1986 – 1988 Accompanied AHS Choir under direction of Patricia Wilhelms
· 1982 – 1988 Adult Choir & Hand bell Member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church
· 1984 – 1988 Performed in music recitals, auditions/adjudications & competitions through Laura Boyer's Piano Studio
· 1977 – 1983 Performed in music recitals, auditions/adjudications & competitions through Helena Smith's Piano Studio
· 1976 – 1977 erformed in music recitals, auditions/adjudications & competitions through Darlene Nelson’s Piano Studio
· 1975 – 1982 Children’s Choir & Hand bell Member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church
Recognition, Certificates & Awards
· 2012 Daniels Music Studio featured in “Go Go Grays Harbor”
· 2/2005 Employee of the Month - Cascade Recovery, Inc.
· 6/2004 Employee of the Month - Cascade Recovery, Inc.
· 2/2004 Employee of the Month - Cascade Recovery, Inc.
· 2/2003 Employee of the Month - Cascade Recovery, Inc.
· 2000 Legal Secretary Certificate, rcv’d from GHC, Aberdeen, WA
· 2000 Training Certificate of Completion – Medical Terminology
· 1993 Best of the Best Recognition of Outstanding Customer Service Award - Sears
· 1990 Recipient of the Miss Grays Harbor Participant Scholarship
· 1988 Scholarships: Arthur J. Hicks Piano Scholarship, GHMTA Music Scholarship, WWU Music Scholarship, Kiwanis Bishop Fleet Foundation
Scholarship, Beta Tau of Delta Kappa Gamma Senior Recognition Certificate of Achievement in Music,
· 1988 Senior Piano Solo Competition in Timberline, WA – Excellent Rating
· 1988 WSMTA Auditions/Adjudications – Senior Level
· 1987 Masonic Jr. Achievement Award – Music
· 1987 Who’s Who Among American High School Students 2nd Year Award – Music
· 1987 Girl Scouts – PPGSC – Silver Award
· 1987 WSMTA Auditions/Adjudications – Senior Level
· 1987 Who’s Who Among American High School Students Award – Music
· 1986 Senior Piano Solo Competition in Kelso, WA – Superior Rating
· 1986 Certificate for WSMTA Auditions/Adjudications – Senior Level
· 1985 Certificate for WSMTA Auditions/Adjudications – Outstanding Performance Recognition – Junior Level
· 1984 Certificate for WSMTA Auditions/Adjudications – Upper Intermediate Level
· 1983 Certificate for WSMTA Auditions/Adjudications – Lower Intermediate Level
· 1982 Certificate for WSMTA Auditions/Adjudications – Elementary Level
