Joseph A.

Strittmatter
1002 Lemon Drop Road JoeyStrittmatter@yahoo.com
Ebensburg, PA 15931 814.243.1249

Objective: To work in the social studies department of a school district that is focused on
providing its students with a first rate education and is complete with a staff of
individuals willing to strive in order to fulfill that task. I am also looking for a
department where the common goal is to create effective citizens.

Education: University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown, Johnstown, PA (May 2007)

Major: Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education-Citizenship
Major: Bachelor of Arts in History
Overall GPA: 3.6/4.00

Awards: Two-time NCAA Academic All-American

Deans List 8 semesters at Pitt-Johnstown
Phi-Alpha Theta (National Honor Society for History Majors)
Graduated Magna Cum Laude
Two-time National Qualifier
Captain of 2007 UPJ wrestling team, which placed 7th in the nation

Work Experience:
Bedford Middle School (2007-2009) 6th Grade Social Studies / Technology
• Developed and implemented a curriculum that integrated technology into a
course in World Geography through the use of a computer lab
• Selected as one of the pilot teachers for implementation of Skills for Life, a
program that emphasizes resistance to drugs and alcohol while also
stressing the importance of self-image and decision-making
• Participated in the following committees: Health and Fitness, Enhancing
Education Through Technology, and Skills for Life
Everett Area School District (2007-2008)- Asst. Varsity Wrestling Coach
• Developed daily plans for practice and modeled a healthy, disciplined
lifestyle for the athletes
Bedford Area School District (2007-2008)- Vol. Varsity Wrestling Coach
• Worked out daily with members of varsity wrestling team
• Helped Bedford to make their first ever appearance in the PA State Dual
Meet Championships, advancing to the semi-final round
University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown- Athletic Dep. (2002-2007)
• Taught wrestling to athletes of all ages at various high schools,
academies, and universities located in PA, IA, MI, OH, and WV.
• Tutored and monitored athletes at UPJ during Athlete Study Hall
Young Guns Wrestling Club- Counselor and technician (2002-Present)
• Club wrestling coach and counselor for athletes ranging from K-12.
Strittmatter Dairy-Laborer and heavy machine operator (1999-Present)

Technology: MicroSoft Office applications, Imac applications, Classroll, webpage, video

Editing, remote desktop software, computer networking, and google apps.
Interests: Wrestling, Running, Golf, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and Traveling