Prem-Raj Ruffin
Bowie,MD
Summary
Accomplished, detail oriented and results-driven student success specialist with exceptional performance and personal achievements record. Specialized in; performance coaching, student advising, teaching, molding and shaping the young minds of the future, analyzing internal reports, preparing course schedules, building relationships with teachers and curriculum administrators to apply best math practices for students. Dynamic, hard-working and dedicated; instrumental in promoting student success, high student retention rates and better graduation outcomes. Natural leadership abilities and exemplary problem solving skills compliment ability to streamline and improve operational processes and derive exceptional results.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Professor, Mathematics
Prince George's Community College
Largo , MD
01.2024 - Current
- Lectured on 5-point Box summary, Standard deviation of the mean, Probability, Statistical Methods
- Lectured on Trigonometry, matrix Algebra, Intermediate Algebraic Topics.
- Evaluated Exams and Quizzes for remediation and comprehension.
Lecture/Professor, Mathematics
Howard University
Washington , District Of Columbia
01.2017 - 05.2024
- Company Overview: District of Columbia
- Lectured on limits derivatives and integration.
- Provided feedback on differentiation/Integration procedures.
- Discussed application of calculus to Engineering and Business.
- Evaluated Exams and Quizzes for remediation and comprehension.
- District of Columbia
Lecture/Professor, Mathematics
HOWARD University
01.2017 - Current
- Company Overview: District of Columbia
- Lectured on limits derivatives and integration.
- Provided feedback on differentiation/Integration procedures.
- Discussed application of calculus to Engineering and Business.
- Evaluated Exams and Quizzes for remediation and comprehension.
- District of Columbia
Lecture/ Professor, Physics I and II
Prince George's Community College
01.2017 - Current
- Lecture on Kinematics, forces, energy and magnetism.
- Facilitated laboratory exercises for physics I and physics II.
- Lectured on Waves, electricity, and modern physics.
- Evaluated exams and quizzes for remediation and comprehension.
Adjunct Professor, Mathematics
HOWARD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
01.2016 - Current
- Company Overview: COLUMBIA, MD
- Creates a learning environment promoting positive social interaction, active engagement in learning and self motivation; creates an environment of respect and rapport through reinforcement and praise.
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as linear algebra, differential equations, and discrete mathematics.
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
- Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts. Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
- COLUMBIA, MD
Adjunct Professor, Mathematics
PRINCE GEORGE'S COMMUNITY COLLEGE
01.2016 - Current
- Company Overview: LARGO, MD
- Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as linear algebra, differential equations, and discrete mathematics.
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
- Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts. Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
- LARGO, MD
Upper Bound Professor, Mathematics
PRINCE GEORGE'S COMMUNITY COLLEGE
01.2016 - Current
- Company Overview: LARGO, MD
- Creates a learning environment promoting positive social interaction, active engagement in learning and self-motivation; creates an environment of respect and rapport through reinforcement and praise.
- Provide group and/or individual tutoring to student participants in the Student Support Services program to include, first generation, low-income, and students with documented disabilities.
- Develop individualized success plans for students to ensure student retention.
- LARGO, MD
Advanced Placement Calculus Teacher
FRIENDSHIP EDISON COLLEGIATE ACADEMY
01.1999 - 01.2016
- Company Overview: WASHINGTON, DC
- Creates a learning environment promoting positive social interaction, active engagement in learning and self motivation; creates an environment of respect and rapport through reinforcement and praise.
- Demonstrates knowledge of content and pedagogy (the art and science of teaching).
- Designs lessons with clear, focused and measurable instructional objectives.
- Objectives provide for deliberate skill development in the high order thinking processes.
- WASHINGTON, DC
Advanced Placement Physics Teacher
FRIENDSHIP EDISON COLLEGIATE ACADEMY
01.1999 - 01.2016
- Company Overview: WASHINGTON, DC
- Creates a learning environment promoting positive social interaction, active engagement in learning and self motivation; creates an environment of respect and rapport through reinforcement and praise.
- Demonstrates knowledge of content and pedagogy (the art and science of teaching).
- Designs lessons with clear, focused and measurable instructional objectives.
- Objectives provide for deliberate skill development in the high order thinking processes.
- Plans include integration of technology to enhance/accelerate learning and mastery of content.
- WASHINGTON, DC
Special Education Teacher & Tutor
FRIENDSHIP EDISON COLLEGIATE ACADEMY
01.1999 - 01.2016
- Company Overview: WASHINGTON, DC
- Developed learning tool for Algebra I /II to help remediate learning deficiencies.
- Created Test Prep material for standardized material.
- Created Brailed material for visually impaired student.
- Taught Literacy strategies for students performing below grade level.
- Taught Physics to visually impaired students.
- Created Graphic organizers to help visually impaired students interpret mathematical concepts.
- Developed tactile manipulative for students who are visually impaired.
- WASHINGTON, DC
Student Advisor & Tutor
FRIENDSHIP EDISON COLLEGIATE ACADEMY
01.1999 - 01.2016
- Company Overview: WASHINGTON, DC
- Differentiated instructional model providing individualized student programs.
- Ability to teach students in a range of grade levels and subject areas.
- Advise students on course recommendations.
- Provide SAT prep tutoring and courses.
- WASHINGTON, DC
Adjunct Professor, Mathematics
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Company Overview: COLLEGE PARK, MD
- Design undergraduate and graduate-level academic courses.
- Collaborate with a highly diverse staff, faculty, and student body to create student workshops and tutoring.
- Assists with recruitment of new students, advises and assists with the retention of current students; answers student inquiries (emails and voice mail messages) in a timely manner.
- COLLEGE PARK, MD
Education
Master of Science -
Bowie State University
Bowie, MD01.2012
Skills
- Classroom Management Skills
- Student Relationship Management
- Teaching & Tutoring Special Needs
- Instructional Design Expertise
- College level & Adult Teaching
- Writing individual Education Plans (IEPs)
- Pre-K to 12 teaching experience
- Transform how students view math
- Academic advisement
- Student assessments
- Academic counseling
- Conflict resolution
- Academic advisory
Certification
- Certified in Advanced Placement Calculus
- Certified in Advanced Placement Physics
Research Topic
Stability In Ordinary Differential Equations
Syllabus Development
Developed AP Calculus and Physics Syllabus for College Board
Publications
- Developed Pedagogical Techniques for Analysis on Curve Sketching
- Developed Critical Thinking Skills Text Book Compendium for Advanced Placement Calculus
- Developed Graphical Analysis Text Book Compendium for Advanced Placement Calculus
- Published laboratory experiments for Scientists and Engineers using computational software for data analysis
Honors And Awards
- Teacher of the Year, Friendship Public Charter Schools, 2006
- Department of Defense Honoree for Outstanding Leadership in S.T.E.M Education
Timeline
Associate Professor, Mathematics
Prince George's Community College
01.2024 - Current
Lecture/Professor, Mathematics
Howard University
01.2017 - 05.2024
Lecture/Professor, Mathematics
HOWARD University
01.2017 - Current
Lecture/ Professor, Physics I and II
Prince George's Community College
01.2017 - Current
Adjunct Professor, Mathematics
HOWARD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
01.2016 - Current
Adjunct Professor, Mathematics
PRINCE GEORGE'S COMMUNITY COLLEGE
01.2016 - Current
Upper Bound Professor, Mathematics
PRINCE GEORGE'S COMMUNITY COLLEGE
01.2016 - Current
Adjunct Professor, Mathematics
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND
01.2010 - 01.2011
Advanced Placement Calculus Teacher
FRIENDSHIP EDISON COLLEGIATE ACADEMY
01.1999 - 01.2016
Advanced Placement Physics Teacher
FRIENDSHIP EDISON COLLEGIATE ACADEMY
01.1999 - 01.2016
Special Education Teacher & Tutor
FRIENDSHIP EDISON COLLEGIATE ACADEMY
01.1999 - 01.2016
Student Advisor & Tutor
FRIENDSHIP EDISON COLLEGIATE ACADEMY
01.1999 - 01.2016
Master of Science -
Bowie State University
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