Nicole Bernier, MA
About Me
I currently teach elementary music methods and work as the course director for the University of Mary’s Orff-Schulwerk and Kodály courses. I also teach elementary music at Fort Lincoln Elementary in Mandan, ND. I finished my Kodály certification in 2012 and my Orff-Schulwerk certification in 2016. I hold bachelor's degrees in vocal music education and audio production from Minnesota State University, Moorhead. In addition, I received a Master of Arts in Music Education from the University of Iowa in 2011. My passion comes from the students. I want to give my students the best start to their careers in music education.
Why I’m At MaryMy family has a long history of service at the University of Mary. I am honored to be a small part of that legacy. I have a passion for quality music education in North Dakota and hope to provide an excellent elementary music experience for our undergraduates and the students in our summer Orff and Kodály program.
Expertise
My expertise is in elementary music education, specifically related to the Kodály method and the Orff-Schulwerk process.
Awards
ND Music Educator of the Year (NDMEA); 2025
Certifications
Orff-Schulwerk Certification: University of Saint Thomas, 2016
Graduate Certificate in Kodály Education: Minnesota State University Moorhead, 2012
Education
MA (Music Education): University of Iowa, 2011
BM (Music Industry): Minnesota State University, Moorhead, 2007
BS (Music Education): Minnesota State University, Moorhead, 2007