Sean O’Brien
Graduate Teaching Associate
Columbus,Ohio
Summary
Articulate professional with substantial experience in assisting professors and supporting students. Skilled in curriculum development and assessment with understanding of different learning styles and abilities. Smart and committed to creating a safe and inclusive learning environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Graduate Teaching Associate
The Ohio State University
08.2022 - Current
- Assist in management of the tuba/euphonium studio
- Instruct lessons to tuba and euphonium students
- Keep accurate records of student performance to track student progress and provide feedback on performance
- Conduct and lead the studio ensemble in numerous public performances
- Create weekly schedules and send out weekly updates
- Coordinate all brass departments in monthly brass departmental performances
Private Studio
Sean O'Brien
08.2022 - Current
- Private lessons instructor to tuba, euphonium, and trombone students
- Maintain clear communication with the parents of all high school students
- Student success ranging from superior ratings in solo performance, winning principal positions within high school band programs, and successful placement into collegiate band programs
- Prepare students for collegiate auditions
- Develop weekly schedules for all private students
Adjunct Euphonium Instructor
Pickerington High School North
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Lead instructor of euphonium
- Weekly lectures aimed towards the development of all students
- Evaluate student assessments to identify areas of growth and improvement, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly
- Enhance classroom collaboration through the implementation of group projects and team-building activities
Marching Band Camp Counselor
Saint Vincent- Saint Mary High School
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Taught all low brass high school students in both playing and marching band fundamentals
- Assisted directing staff in leading full marching band rehearsals
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers
- Worked with students of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels
- Evaluated progress and provided feedback to students and directing staff
- Encouraged team performance to increase camaraderie, trust and rapport
Education
MM: Music Performance -
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH 08.2022 - Current
BM - Music Performance
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH 08.2018 - 05.2022
Skills
Organization and Time Management
Accomplishments
- The United States Army Field Band (Washington DC) Semi-Finalist, Euphonium Audition, 2023
- Graduate Award- Excellence in Brass Performance, The Ohio State University, 2023
- Principal Euphonium, The Ohio State University Wind Symphony, 2019-2023
- School of Music Ambassador, The Ohio State University, 2021-2022
Additional Information
- The Akron Symphonic Winds
- The Freedom Brass Band
- The Central Ohio Brass Band
- Trinity Lutheran Seminary Choir and Orchestra
- CBDNA Intercollegiate Marching Band
Primary Teachers
- James Akins, Professor (The Ohio State University), Principal Tuba of The Columbus Symphony Orchestra, 1980-2020
- Tucker Jolly, Professor Emeritus (The University of Akron), United States Coast Guard Band, 1970-1974
- Sterling Tanner, Professor (The University of Colorado Boulder)
Courses Taught
- Music 2262.05 Brass Techniques
- Music 2201.54- Applied Music- Principal - Euphonium
- Music 2216.54- Applied Music- Non Major - Euphonium
- Music 3401.54- Applied Music (Principal): Euphonium
- Music 3402.54- Applied Music (Principal): Euphonium
- Music 3403.54- Applied Music - Principal - Euphonium
- Music 4501.54- Applied Music - Principal - Euphonium
- Music 4502.54- Applied Music (Principal): Euphonium
- Music 4602.54- Applied Music - Principal - Euphonium
- Music 2201.55- Applied Music- Principal - Tuba
- Music 2216.55- Applied Music- Non Major - Tuba
- Music 3401.55- Applied Music (Principal): Tuba
- Music 3403.55- Applied Music - Principal - Tuba
- Music 4501.55- Applied Music - Principal - Tuba
Timeline
Adjunct Euphonium Instructor
Pickerington High School North
01.2024 - 05.2024
Graduate Teaching Associate
The Ohio State University
08.2022 - Current
Private Studio
Sean O'Brien
08.2022 - Current
MM: Music Performance -
The Ohio State University
08.2022 - Current
Marching Band Camp Counselor
Saint Vincent- Saint Mary High School
07.2020 - 07.2021
BM - Music Performance
The Ohio State University
08.2018 - 05.2022
Similar Profiles
Clifton ElderClifton Elder
Marketing Manager at Ohio State Online Programs | The Ohio State UniversityMarketing Manager at Ohio State Online Programs | The Ohio State University
Michael VaneckoMichael Vanecko
Assistant Facilities Coordinator at The Ohio State University - University LibrariesAssistant Facilities Coordinator at The Ohio State University - University Libraries
Madison BushloperMadison Bushloper
Medical Physics Assistant at Ohio State University - The James Outpatient CareMedical Physics Assistant at Ohio State University - The James Outpatient Care
Hunter KelloggHunter Kellogg
Lab Technician at Wexner Medical Center, The Ohio State UniversityLab Technician at Wexner Medical Center, The Ohio State University
Liam DuncanLiam Duncan
Senior Sourcing Consultant Contract) at Mars Veterinary HealthSenior Sourcing Consultant Contract) at Mars Veterinary Health