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Justin Cesar Paredes

Summary

Motivated high school graduate and incoming biology major at UCLA seeking to continue developing professional and interpersonal skills. Quickly adapts to dynamic working environments and passionate about service and leadership.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer Caregiver

Camp ReCreation
06.2024 - 07.2024
  • Provided 24/7 care for a man with severe autism during weeklong summer camp
  • Assisted in daily routines such as hygiene, medication, and emotional regulation
  • Selected as Student Ambassador for patience, empathy, and initiative

Member

Echelon Catapult
01.2023 - 07.2024
  • Tutored two students in Math and English weekly over Zoom
  • Taught two classes in Rocketry and Neuroscience to classes of 25 middle school students
  • Created lesson plans and slideshows, and managed labs and classroom behavior.

Team Member

Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
02.2024 - 04.2024
  • Helped raise over $15,000 as part of a student-led fundraising team
  • Collaborated with local businesses and served as a liaison with clubs to organize community events

Student Advocate

Ignatian Solidarity Network
02.2023 - 10.2023
  • Participated in state and national advocacy events on social justice issues
  • Lobbied local and national representatives on immigration and environmental policies

Education

High School Diploma -

Jesuit High School
Carmichael
05-2025

Accomplishments

    • Student Body Vice President - Spearheaded campus-wide events and initiatives

    • Co-Founder & President, Gardening Club - Designed and maintained school garden

    • Choir Council President & Tenor Section Leader - Led rehearsals and mass performances

    • Senior Retreat Team Leader - Mentored underclassmen during spiritual retreats

    • Cross Country & Track Runner - Varsity athlete with leadership roles

    • Tutor, California Scholarship Federation & NHS - Peer tutoring in multiple subjects

Awards

  • General Excellence Award (3 years)
  • First Honor Roll (4 Years)
  • Scholar-Artist Award
  • Outstanding Service Award
  • AP Scholar with Distinction

Timeline

Volunteer Caregiver

Camp ReCreation
06.2024 - 07.2024

Team Member

Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
02.2024 - 04.2024

Student Advocate

Ignatian Solidarity Network
02.2023 - 10.2023

Member

Echelon Catapult
01.2023 - 07.2024

High School Diploma -

Jesuit High School
Justin Cesar Paredes