Stef Haas
New Brunswick,United States
Summary
Enthusiastic trombonist and brass instructor eager to contribute to the success of a school band program with particular emphasis on the marching arts. A hardworking, detail-oriented team player who is motivated to learn and grow while sharing a passion for music performance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Ridgewood Summer Music Academy
Ridgewood, NJ
06.2016 - Current
- Taught private and small group lessons for beginning and intermediate brass students
- Created and implemented individualized warm-up and practice routines and exercises
- Assisted the Brass Ensemble and Junior Jazz Ensemble directors by leading rehearsals, sectionals, and pull-out lessons
- Assisted teachers with lesson planning and the development and organization of materials
Private Music Instructor
In Person / Online
Bergen County, NJ
04.2019 - 08.2021
- Instructed beginning trombone students in the fundamentals of sound production, articulation, and playing technique
- Taught basic music reading skills
- Planned and prepared music lessons based on individual student needs
- Created encouraging, fun, and focused lesson atmosphere, which motivated students to practice between lessons
- Acquired teaching materials and resources to facilitate music instruction
- Communicated with parents to coordinate lesson times and to discuss student progress
Education
Bachelor of Music Education - Instrumental Music
Mason Gross School of The Arts, Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ05.2024
High School Diploma -
Ridgewood High School
Ridgewood, NJ06.2020
Skills
- Tutoring and Mentoring
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Timely and Frequent Feedback
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Motivating and Inspiring Students
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Creating an atmosphere of Acceptance and Inclusion
Relevant Experience
Rutgers University Ensembles
- Marching Scarlet Knights trombone section member (09/2021-12/2021)
- Symphonic Winds (09/2020-05/2022)
- Brass Band (09/2021-05/2022)
Ridgewood High School
- Marching Band Brass Captain (06/2018-12/2020)
- Marching Band trombone section member (08/2016-12/2019)
- Wind Ensemble (09/2017-06/2020)
- Jazz Ensemble (11/2016-06/2020)
Timeline
Private Music Instructor
In Person / Online
04.2019 - 08.2021
Teaching Assistant
Ridgewood Summer Music Academy
06.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Music Education - Instrumental Music
Mason Gross School of The Arts, Rutgers University
High School Diploma -
Ridgewood High School
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