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4+ years
Megan
Megan doesn't just prep candidates for the Praxis Special Education exam — she's lived the content. She holds a Master's of Education in Special Education from Vanderbilt and is a licensed special educator in Tennessee, so she can unpack IEP development, IDEA compliance, least restrictive environmen...
Lipscomb University
Master of Arts, Educational Administration
Vanderbilt University
Masters in Education, Special Education
Sewanee: The University of the South
Bachelor in Arts, English
Certified Tutor
Brianna
Few tutors bring both testing expertise and real special education experience to PRAXIS Special Ed prep. Brianna has worked extensively with special needs children across settings — from special education classrooms to one-on-one in-home mentoring — so the exam's questions on IEP development, behavi...
University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Anna
Update: I completed a two-month full-time guest teacher assignment teaching World Languages Spanish to high school students (9th-12th) Spanish 1/2/3. By utilizing a student-centered learning approach, cultural competence, and equitable teaching, I support students with pedagogy rooted in inquiry, ...
Brown University
BFA
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Surya
As a Neuroscience major at Johns Hopkins University, I've had the opportunity to develop a deep understanding of complex scientific and mathematical conceptsknowledge I'm passionate about sharing with students through tutoring. I've worked extensively with students in both academic and mentorship ro...
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor's (in progress)
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Morgan
I am a graduate of the University of British Columbia. I received a Bachelor of Arts in History where I focused on colonial economic history in Africa and then decided to obtain a Bachelor of Education in Secondary Social Studies Education. I was very privileged to be able to travel extensively and ...
University of British Columbia
Bachelor
Certified Tutor
Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Certified Tutor
Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
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Frequently Asked Questions
The PRAXIS Special Education exam assesses knowledge across multiple areas including understanding disabilities, instructional strategies, assessment practices, and legal/ethical foundations like IDEA and IEPs. The exam typically covers core special education competencies that educators need to support students with diverse learning needs in San Francisco schools and beyond.
Many test-takers struggle with the breadth of content—balancing foundational disability knowledge with practical classroom applications, legal frameworks, and assessment interpretation. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to identify your specific weak areas and focus study time where you need it most, rather than reviewing material you've already mastered.
Most candidates benefit from 2-3 months of focused preparation, though this varies based on your background and familiarity with special education content. Working with a tutor for students in San Francisco can help you create an efficient study plan that targets high-yield topics and maximizes your preparation time.
Self-study relies on you identifying knowledge gaps, while personalized 1-on-1 instruction provides expert guidance on test strategy, clarification of complex topics like disability classifications and IEP development, and targeted practice on areas where you're struggling. Tutors can also help you connect theoretical knowledge to real classroom scenarios, deepening your understanding beyond memorization.
Your first session typically includes an assessment of your current knowledge, discussion of your target score and timeline, and identification of your strongest and weakest content areas. From there, your tutor will develop a customized study plan that aligns with your goals and learning style.
Score improvement depends on your starting point and commitment to studying, but students working with personalized tutors often see meaningful gains by focusing on high-impact topics and test-taking strategies. Many candidates report feeling significantly more confident about the exam's content and better prepared to succeed on test day.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have strong expertise in special education content, often including certification, teaching experience, or advanced study in the field. Each tutor is vetted to ensure they can effectively explain complex topics and help you master the exam's breadth of material.
California requires special education teachers to pass PRAXIS Special Education as part of certification requirements. With 229 schools and 17 school districts across San Francisco serving diverse student populations, strong special education expertise is essential for educators supporting students with disabilities in our community.
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