MEET OUR STAFF

 I'm Ms. Alexandria (or Ms. Alex), and I’m thrilled to be your child’s music teacher this year. With 11 years of experience working with children in various settings—homes, daycare centers, and after-school programs—I am passionate about nurturing young minds through music. My life revolves around three core things: my faith, my son (who just turned three), and my wonderful husband. When I’m not teaching, you can find me spending the day away with my husband and son, shopping, dining out, napping or reading. 

FUN FACT:  My passion for supporting children and families runs deep. My husband and I are planning to adopt a child in the coming years, and I’m incredibly excited for that! 

Teaches: Early Childhood Music Classes at Safe Hands and Apple Tree

Bio to come.

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Teaches: Piano Lessons at the Barn

HI! My name is Ms. Katie and I am SO excited to be your teacher! Music has been a huge part of my life since I was a baby. I grew up learning to play the piano, guitar, and viola and singing in my church’s choir. I majored in Music at The University of Virginia, got my teaching certification through Montclair University, and did Orff training at Boston College. Today, I have two children, Holden (11) and Jovie (8), an Aussiedoodle named Chloe, and am married to Logan Kraft. Logan is also a musician and we love playing music together and performing at weddings and local venues. 

FUN FACT:  I love to bake and decorate cakes! I usually stay up really late making a HUGE mess in my kitchen the night before my kiddos’ birthdays. To me, it’s fun and relaxing and I love being creative! 

Teaches: Early Childhood Music Classes at the Barn

Hi! I’m Ms. Marina and I’m so excited to be your teacher! Music and the arts are a huge part of my life. Growing up, I sang, danced, played ukulele, and competed in rhythmic gymnastics. I graduated from Indiana University, where my passion for the arts and teaching flourished. When I’m not teaching, you can find me performing and choreographing dance throughout the DMV! 

FUN FACT:  I’ve met Simone Biles, Gabby Douglas, and Aly Raisman!  

Teaches: Early Childhood Music Classes at Safe Hands and Apple Tree 

What’s up pals?! My name is Mr. Michael or Mr. Mic if you’d like. I’m super excited to be a part of the Tots with Tempo team! I am a singer with a musical theater background. I have studied music and voice at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. I have always had a passion for singing and performing and I am super proud to share all that I have learned with you and your children. I have taught theater at YMCA amongst children and youth and also enjoyed mentoring children at the Boys and Girls Club. Singing and teaching with children combines the two things I am most passionate about- music and community! We are sure to have a blast! 

FUN FACT:  I love to cook. Since I was “tot”, I have been no stranger to the kitchen. My cooking experiences began at the age of 8 and have continued to develop over the years. I wouldn’t consider myself a chef but I am able to bring joy to my family and loved ones.  

Teaches: Early Childhood Music Classes at Apple Tree and Perfect Harmony

Hi, friends! My name is Miss Stephanie and I am very grateful to join the Tots with Tempo team! I grew up singing, playing piano and violin, and writing songs, and I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Music and Spanish at Western Michigan University. I now perform as an electric violin soloist for weddings and events and it is so much fun! I am married and have 2 awesome kiddos ages 10 and 2, worked as a childcare provider for many years, and volunteered as a teacher for the children’s ministry at my church. So I am really looking forward to sharing my combined love of music and child development with your little ones!  

FUN FACT:  I love Mexico! I am not Mexican myself but I studied and worked there for 2 years, and I met my husband there! Mexican culture is a wonderful part of our family traditions and we speak Spanish with our kids. 

Teaches: Arlington and Kingstown Family Music Classes, leads our curriculum at the preschool by the barn, and leads our Spanish Music Groups on Thursdays at the Barn