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Erica

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Erica

Master of Science, Communication Sciences and Disorders
Erica's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

I am passionate about helping students learn, reach their goals, and have some fun in the process. I am a speech-language pathologist by training with five years of prior research experience studying language recovery after stroke. I received my Bachelor's degree from Rice University and my Master's...

Education

Georgia State University

Master of Science, Communication Sciences and Disorders

Rice University

Bachelor's degree

Peter

Certified Tutor

Peter

Masters in Education, English Education
Peter's other Tutor Subjects
10th Grade Reading
Pre-Algebra
Arithmetic
Middle School Math

I'm looking forward to helping your student find personal success in their academic lives!

Education

Ohio State

Masters in Education, English Education

Syracuse University

Bachelor of Science, Journalism

Test Scores
SAT
1470
Megan

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Megan

Masters in Education, Special Education
Megan's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

I am a graduate of Sewanee: University of the South. I received my Bachelor of Arts in English. I also have two master's degrees in education - a Master's of Education from Vanderbilt University in Special Education and a Master's of Arts in Educational Leadership from Lipscomb University. I have ov...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Masters in Education, Special Education

Lipscomb University

Master of Arts, Educational Administration

Sewanee: The University of the South

Bachelor in Arts, English

Ann

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Ann

Masters in Education, Education
Ann's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Science
SSAT- Elementary Level

I am passionate about helping students of all ages learn challenging content. I am a National Board Certified teacher with more than 20 years of state certified classroom teaching experience. I have expertise working with elementary students as well as supporting the professional growth of aspiring ...

Education

University of California Los Angeles

Masters in Education, Education

University of California-Riverside

Bachelor in Arts, Human Development and Family Studies

Harvard University

Doctor of Education, Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision

Marion

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Marion

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Marion's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2
SAT Subject Test in Biology E/M

I'm excited to use my experiences as a Harvard grad, bio nerd, high school science teacher, and college prep administrator to help you reach your academic goals!

Education

Lipscomb University

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction

Harvard University

Bachelor of Science

Test Scores
SAT
1540
ACT
34
Karen

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Karen

Bachelor of Science (Secondary Education; English Literature)
Karen's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
AP English Language and Composition
College Essays

I'm Karen, I'm from New York and recently graduated from Vanderbilt University, double majoring in Secondary Education and English Literature. I am a licensed English (6-12) teacher and I have lots of experience tutoring kids of all ages and all subjects, so reach out and say hi, and let's work toge...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Bachelor of Science (Secondary Education; English Literature)

Test Scores
SAT
1420
Robin

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Robin

Masters, Medicine
Robin's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am an avid Lakers basketball fan. I also enjoy cooking and traveling.

Education

University of Queensland

Masters, Medicine

Brown University

Bachelors, Biology, General

Ryan

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Ryan

Bachelor in Arts, History Teacher Education
Ryan's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Subject Test in World History
College Essays

I am a history-secondary education major, with a minor in psychology, and have experience teaching in the classroom at the secondary level. Therefore, I can bring new and proven methods to tutoring young students, as well as expertise within the subjects of history, writing and psychology. I am also...

Education

The College of New Jersey

Bachelor in Arts, History Teacher Education

Test Scores
SAT
1380
Blair

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Blair

Master of Arts Teaching, Education
Blair's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Subject Test in United States History
PSAT Critical Reading

I am a highly qualified educator working out of Brooklyn NY. I graduated from Georgetown University with a major in Government in 2014 and earned a Masters degree in Education in 2016 from Johns Hopkin University. Teaching has been my life's love for the past 5 years where I have had the pleasure to...

Education

Johns Hopkins University

Master of Arts Teaching, Education

Gerogetown University

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Ariana

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Ariana

Master of Arts, Teaching French as a Second or Foreign Language
Ariana's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Human Development
SAT Subject Test in French with Listening

I am a former middle-school English teacher (and former high-school French teacher). I am certified to teach English (grades 6-12), History/Government/Social Studies (grades 6-12), Psychology (grades 6-12), Health (grades PreK-12), General Music (grades PreK-12), and French (grades PreK-12). I have ...

Education

Kansas State University

Master of Arts, Teaching French as a Second or Foreign Language

Kansas State University

Bachelor in Arts, French

Test Scores
SAT
1410
ACT
32

Frequently Asked Questions

The PRAXIS is a standardized test required for teacher certification in California and most other states. Depending on your certification path, you may take PRAXIS Core (assessing reading, writing, and math fundamentals), subject-specific PRAXIS exams (like PRAXIS Mathematics or PRAXIS English Language Arts), or the PRAXIS Principles of Learning and Teaching (PLT). Most aspiring teachers in Mission Viejo need to pass these exams before entering the classroom.

Personalized 1-on-1 instruction focuses on your specific weak areas rather than generic test prep—whether that's mastering fraction concepts for the math section, strengthening essay organization for writing, or understanding content-specific material. A tutor can identify gaps in your foundational knowledge, create a targeted study plan, and provide immediate feedback on practice questions, which research shows significantly accelerates learning compared to self-study alone.

Your first session focuses on assessment and planning. Varsity Tutors connects you with a tutor who will review your background, discuss your certification goals, and likely have you work through sample PRAXIS questions to identify your strengths and areas needing improvement. Together, you'll create a personalized study roadmap with realistic timelines and specific milestones before test day.

PRAXIS tutoring covers all tested domains: for PRAXIS Core, that includes reading comprehension, grammar and writing mechanics, and quantitative reasoning (algebra, geometry, and data interpretation). For subject-specific exams, tutors focus on the exact curriculum standards you'll be tested on—whether that's secondary mathematics, science, social studies, or English language arts. Your tutor tailors instruction to match your specific certification path.

Most students see measurable improvement within 4-6 weeks of consistent tutoring, though this depends on your starting point, how frequently you meet, and how much independent practice you complete between sessions. Many students work with a tutor for 8-12 weeks leading up to their test date. Personalized instruction accelerates progress because your tutor focuses only on the concepts holding you back, rather than reviewing material you've already mastered.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have deep knowledge of PRAXIS content and test strategy. Many have teaching credentials, education degrees, or extensive experience preparing students for certification exams. When you're matched with a tutor, you can review their background and experience to ensure they're the right fit for your goals.

Mission Viejo's schools serve over 21,000 students across 33 schools in two districts, meaning there's strong demand for certified teachers in the area. Passing the PRAXIS on your first attempt gets you into classrooms faster and positions you competitively for teaching positions. Personalized tutoring helps you master the content thoroughly so you can focus on what matters most—becoming an effective educator.

Pricing varies based on your tutor's expertise, how frequently you meet, and how long you work together. Varsity Tutors offers flexible options so you can find a tutoring plan that fits your budget and timeline. Most students find that investing in targeted preparation pays off through passing the exam on the first attempt and avoiding retake fees.

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