Peter M.

Ritsema
ritsemapeter@gmail.com | Cell: 724-506-6977 |136 Margaret Dr, Beaver Falls, PA, 15010
https://ritsemap.weebly.com/

Education:
Geneva College, Beaver Falls, PA
Bachelor of Science in Math with Secondary Education and Spanish Minor May 2023
GPA: 3.94; Dean’s List: 7 semesters; Awards: National Merit Scholar Commendation
Leadership: The Genevan’s Choir – Business Manager ‘21-‘22, Wardrobe Assistant Manager ‘22-’23
Notable Coursework: Survey of Disabilities, Academic Skills Interventions, College Physics I and II

Experience:
Field Experience Beaver Co. PA
Student teaching and classroom observations
Hopewell Area Junior High School Spring, 2023
- Prepared and taught lessons in Geometry and Pre-Algebra 7
- Long-term Substitute Teacher for half-days
- Created and implemented classroom behavior management system
Beaver Area Junior High School Fall, 2023
- Taught lessons in Geometry and Algebra I to advanced students
Hopewell Area Senior High School Spring, 2022
- Created support strategies for inclusion and resource room students

Tiger Pause Youth Ministry Beaver Falls, PA

Student Tutor Fall 2020 – Fall 2022
- Assisted 4-8th grade students in completing homework
- Supplemented classroom instruction as needed
- Served dinner to students

Summer Camp Counselor June – July 2022

- Supervised a group of 10 Middle School boys in camp activities including crafts, games, and lunch
- Assisted in teaching 5th and 6th grade math and reading skills
- Planned and taught card and board games to 2nd- 8th grade campers
- Chaperoned students on field trips to local parks, city pool, museums, and overnight camps

Language Department, Geneva College Beaver Falls, PA

Spanish Teaching Assistant Fall 2020 – Fall 2022
- Engage students in Spanish conversation
- Choose activities from curriculum for specific groups to improve Spanish skills
- Review and reteach Spanish skills as needed

Christ Presbyterian Church (PCA) South Beaver, PA

Sunday School Teacher Fall 2020 – Present
- Prepare and teach bible lessons for PreK and K students
- Create new activities to engage students in curriculum