Matthew Cueva Vera

• Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and participation.
• Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects that foster student creativity.
• Served as a mentor for students to look up to.
• Managed children in dormitories 5 days a week for 4 weeks over the summer.

• I've assisted my father in many of his projects ranging but not limited to: woodworking, electricity, plumbing, tiling, painting, etc.
• Operated heavy machinery, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
• Collaborated with team members to complete construction projects on schedule and within specifications.
• Assisted in training new workers on proper tool usage and safety practices.

• Helped organize, clean, and tidy up the facility.
• Created data logs and poster for upcoming events that I helped coordinate.
• Assisted with English classes given.
• Josephine's Place is a non-profit organization.

• Awarded AP Scholar with Distinction

- AP Calc AB/BC (5 x2) - AP US History (4)

- AP Macroeconomics (4)

- AP Spanish Language and Composition (4)

• Awarded Math Scholarship (1 of 1) upon graduation
• Top 5% (Class size about 300)
• 4.6 GPA
• Math Honors Society Member
• Did indoor percussion with Elizabeth securing 2 undefeated seasons (2023 & 2025)
• NJMBDA Class AAA Champions 2021
• Part of a renowned Jazz Band in NJ (Elizabeth High School Jazz Band)