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Award-Winning PRAXIS Early Childhood Tutors serving San Diego, CA

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

Mati

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Mati

Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
Mati's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Reading
PSAT Critical Reading

I am currently a high school counselor and the combination of all of my experience gives me a unique window into the world of education and college entrance. My experience, combined with my doctoral degree with a focus on learning disabilities, allows me a varied perspective while working with child...

Education

New York University

Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing

Maurice

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Maurice

Masters, Communication
Maurice's other Tutor Subjects
AP German Language and Culture
Conversational German
German
German 1

I am a native of Germany, and I lived there for over 10 years. I speak, read, and write the language fluently, and I completed my bachelor's degree in German with a minor in French and Linguistics in 2010. I have previous experience in tutoring fellow students during my degree, and I have experience...

Education

Angelo State University

Masters, Communication

Angelo State University

Bachelors, German

Shana

Certified Tutor

Shana

Masters, Bilingual Elementary Education (1-6)
Shana's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
College Algebra
College English

Greetings! My name is Shana Cloud and I am looking forward to working with students eager to achieve.I graduated cum laude from the Horace Mann School in Bronx, NY in 2002, Harvard University in 2006 with a B.A. in Sociology, and from Pace University in 2008 with an MS Ed in bilingual elementary edu...

Education

Pace University-New York

Masters, Bilingual Elementary Education (1-6)

Harvard University

Bachelors, Sociology

Edwin

Certified Tutor

Edwin

Bachelors, chemistry education
Edwin's other Tutor Subjects
7th-8th Grade Science
Astronomy
Ecology
High School Chemistry

Tutoring is a great opportunity for me to continue to pursue a mission of education and providing a venue for anyone to receive help in understanding science. I believe science literacy is incredibly important in our modern society. I have ten years of experience teaching middle school science and a...

Education

University of Delaware

Bachelors, chemistry education

Laura

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Laura

Bachelor in Arts, Biology and Anthropology
Laura's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I am currently a first year graduate student at Columbia's Mailman School of Public Health working towards my Masters in Public Health in environmental health sciences. For my undergraduate, I attended Fordham University and received a Bachelors degree in both biology and anthropology. I know how di...

Education

Fordham University

Bachelor in Arts, Biology and Anthropology

Test Scores
SAT
1530
Justin

Certified Tutor

Justin

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Justin's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
Algebra
Algebra 2
American Literature

I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Com...

Education

Washington University in St Louis

Bachelor in Arts, Physics

University of Chicago

Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1560
ACT
33
Marina

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Marina

Bachelor in Arts, Education
Marina's other Tutor Subjects
Conversational Spanish
Elementary School
Elementary School English
Elementary School Math

I am a college grad from National Louis University with a bachelor's in Applied Educational Studies with a minor in science and concentration in education. I am pursuing my certification for Early Childhood and Elementary Education in a post-baccalaureate program at National Louis University, which ...

Education

National Louis University

Bachelor in Arts, Education

Christine

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Christine

Master of Science, Behavior Disorders and Director Special Education
Christine's other Tutor Subjects
5th-9th Grade Reading
5th-9th Grade Writing
Adult Literacy
Business

I am aware of students' emotional, social, psychological and physical development as well as their cognitive growth. I have degrees in Regular and Special Education and have worked as a Teacher and Special Education Administrator in suburban and inner city school systems, for more than 30 years. I w...

Education

Clark Atlanta University

Master of Science, Behavior Disorders and Director Special Education

Morris Brown

Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education

Ndidi-Amaka

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Ndidi-Amaka

Bachelors, Psychology
Ndidi-Amaka's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Biology
College Algebra

I am a recent medical school graduate currently taking a research year. I used to tutor with Varsity Tutors before matriculating into medical school, and coming back to assist my fellow medical professionals with USMLE tutoring feels like somewhat of a homecoming. During my time with students, I fee...

Education

University of Georgia

Bachelors, Psychology

Frequently Asked Questions

The PRAXIS Early Childhood (5025) exam assesses knowledge of child development, learning theories, classroom management, and instructional practices for students from birth through age 8. The test covers content areas including cognitive, social-emotional, and physical development; curriculum and instruction; family and community engagement; and assessment and data use. Understanding these domains is essential for early childhood educators in San Diego's 366 schools and childcare settings.

Many test-takers struggle with distinguishing between developmental theories (Piaget, Vygotsky, Erikson) and applying them to real classroom scenarios, as well as understanding child assessment methods and interpreting data. Additionally, questions about family engagement strategies and culturally responsive practices require both theoretical knowledge and practical application. Personalized tutoring helps you move beyond memorization to truly understand how these concepts connect to your work with young learners.

Your first session typically includes an assessment of your current knowledge, review of your exam goals and timeline, and identification of your strongest and weakest content areas. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who will create a personalized study plan tailored to your needs, whether you're focusing on specific domains or preparing comprehensively for test day. This foundation ensures every subsequent session builds on your actual strengths and addresses real gaps.

Most candidates benefit from 4-12 weeks of focused preparation, depending on their baseline knowledge and how frequently they study. If you're already working in early childhood education in San Diego, you may need less time on foundational content but more on test-specific strategies. A tutor can help you create a realistic timeline and adjust your study plan as needed to ensure you're ready by your exam date.

Personalized 1-on-1 instruction focuses entirely on your learning needs rather than a one-size-fits-all curriculum, allowing tutors to spend extra time on areas where you struggle and move quickly through content you've mastered. You can ask questions freely, get immediate feedback on practice problems, and discuss how exam concepts apply to your specific work with young learners. This targeted approach typically leads to faster progress and greater confidence on test day.

Yes, practice tests are a core component of effective PRAXIS preparation. Tutors use full-length practice exams to identify content gaps, help you build test-taking stamina, and teach you strategies for managing time and analyzing questions. Regular practice testing also helps you track your progress and adjust your study focus before your official exam date.

Tutoring rates vary based on tutor expertise, your location in San Diego, and how frequently you meet. Varsity Tutors offers flexible options to fit different budgets and schedules—whether you need intensive weekly sessions or occasional targeted help. Contact us to discuss your specific needs and get matched with a tutor whose rates align with your budget.

Varsity Tutors connects you with experienced tutors who specialize in PRAXIS Early Childhood and understand the certification requirements for educators in California. You can specify your preferred meeting schedule, learning style, and any particular content areas you want to emphasize. Once matched, you'll work with your tutor to build a personalized study plan that gets you ready to pass on your first attempt.

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