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Certified Tutor
6+ years
Ariana
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 ...
Kansas State University
Master of Arts, Teaching French as a Second or Foreign Language
Kansas State University
Bachelor in Arts, French
Certified Tutor
Joshua
My name is Joshua and I'm a senior at New Mexico Tech graduating in May with a Bachelor's degree in Biology with a minor in Materials Engineering. I've always had a strong love of learning, especially in the fields of science and literature. Since childhood, I've been a voracious reader. These habit...
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
Current Undergrad, Biology, General
Certified Tutor
6+ years
I'm a native Korean speaker from Busan, South Korea. I came to the U.S. when I was 17 as a high school student. After high school, I studied Economics and Business Management at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. I spent a couple years in the corporate world as a business consultant in Minnea...
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelor in Arts, Applied Economics
Certified Tutor
Karen
I have been working with kids from ages 6-20 since I was in high school. I have worked as a tutor and mentor for college athletes, dance instructor, reading tutor, camp counselor, high school teacher (English and History), and now, curriculum director. I enjoy helping kids who struggle so that they ...
Central Michigan University - Bachelors, English
Secondary Education
Walden University - Masters, MS in Education
Curriculum and Instructional Technology
Certified Tutor
4+ years
Samantha
I received my Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from The Ohio State University. Additionally, I am licensed to teach PreK through third grade.I have had the wonderful opportunity of teaching in a wide variety of classroom settings. No matter where I am teaching, I am passionate about ...
Ohio State University-Main Campus
Bachelor of Education, Early Childhood Education
Certified Tutor
4+ years
Michelle
Hi,My name is Michelle and I am a private math, french and test prep instructor based out of South Jersey. I tutor students throughout Philadelphia, South Jersey and Wilmington DE. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania summa cum laude in May of 2014 with a BA in Cultural Anthropology and a...
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, Anthropology
Certified Tutor
I am currently a fourth year student at St. John's University working on my Doctorate in Pharmacy. I specialize in test prep such as SAT, ACT, SHSAT, etc. but am more than capable of teaching a variety of subjects. I have been tutoring students since middle school and have found that "practice makes...
St. John's University
PHD, Pharmacy
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Elizabeth
Howdy! I am an aggie graduate of the class of 2022 whoop! I graduated with a Bachelor's Degree of Science in Environmental Science and a minor in Rangeland Management. I obtained quite the experience over the years from studying abroad in China to interning in my professor's lab. Tutoring is my next...
Texas A & M University-College Station
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Science
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Justin
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy. Currently, I am in the master's program at the University of New Mexico where I am continuing my education in philosophy. Ultimately, I hope to go on to earn a PhD in Philosophy so that I can continue en...
University of Chicago
Bachelors, Philosophy
University of New Mexico-Main Campus
Current Grad Student, Philosophy
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Luisa
I am a professional actor, singer, vocal coach, and teacher. I am a bilingual native German speaker and am happy and excited to help you with your German and/or public speaking. I have a lot of experience in teaching people of any age and level, so everyone is welcome to contact me.
Concordia University (Montreal, Canada)
Bachelors, Theater Performance
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Frequently Asked Questions
The PRAXIS Health/Physical Education exam (5857) assesses your knowledge of human anatomy, exercise physiology, nutrition, disease prevention, and teaching strategies for K-12 physical education. It covers content across health education, fitness concepts, movement skills, and classroom management—essentially everything you need to teach health and PE effectively in Sacramento schools.
The passing score for the PRAXIS Health/Physical Education exam is 220 out of 300, though California may have specific requirements for teacher licensure. Since Sacramento has 27 school districts with varying standards, it's worth confirming your target score with your certification program or the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
Test-takers often struggle with exercise physiology concepts (VO2 max, metabolic rates, energy systems), detailed anatomy of major muscle groups, and distinguishing between different teaching methodologies. Additionally, questions about health behavior change models and epidemiology can be tricky without targeted review. Personalized tutoring helps you identify your specific weak spots and build confidence in these high-difficulty areas.
Most candidates benefit from 6-12 weeks of focused preparation, depending on your background in health sciences and teaching experience. If you have a strong foundation in exercise science or health education, you might need less time; if these topics are newer to you, a longer timeline helps. Working with a tutor can accelerate your progress by targeting your specific knowledge gaps rather than reviewing everything equally.
A tutor creates a customized study plan based on your strengths and weaknesses, rather than having you work through generic prep materials. They can explain complex concepts like cardiorespiratory physiology or motor learning theory in ways that stick, provide targeted practice questions on your weak areas, and give you real-time feedback on practice exams. This focused approach typically leads to faster improvement than self-study alone.
Your first session typically includes a diagnostic assessment to identify your current knowledge level, an overview of the exam format and content domains, and a discussion of your teaching background and goals. The tutor will then outline a personalized study plan with realistic timelines and strategies tailored to your needs. This foundation helps ensure every subsequent session builds on your progress efficiently.
Look for tutors with a background in exercise science, kinesiology, health education, or a related field—ideally with teaching experience in Sacramento schools. They should be familiar with California's health and PE standards, have passed the PRAXIS exam themselves, and understand both the content and the test format. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who meet these criteria and can explain both the science and the teaching strategies the exam assesses.
Many students see measurable improvement in practice test scores within 3-4 weeks of consistent tutoring, especially when addressing specific weak areas. However, the timeline depends on your starting point and how much time you dedicate to studying between sessions. With a structured plan and regular practice, most candidates are test-ready within 8-12 weeks of focused preparation.
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