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Certified Tutor
6+ years
Ariana
Earning her General Music PreK–12 certification required Ariana to pass the PRAXIS Music content exam, so she knows exactly what the test emphasizes — from music theory and aural skills to questions on pedagogy and music history across Western and world traditions. She unpacks the areas candidates t...
Kansas State University
Master of Arts, Teaching French as a Second or Foreign Language
Kansas State University
Bachelor in Arts, French
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
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
6+ years
Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
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
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
10+ years
Samantha
I'm a first-year medical student and recent graduate from Duke University, where I studied Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions. From running a piano program at a nonprofit children's theatre to private tutoring in math, science, and standardized test prep, I enjoy helping my stu...
Duke University
Bachelors in Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions
Harvard Medical School
Current Grad Student, MD
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Samuel
I am a freshman at Caltech majoring in Applied and Computational Mathematics. My favorite subject to tutor is math because I find it very rewarding to simplify complex topics to aid in understanding. I have lots of tutoring experience. In high school, I ran and taught an SAT prep class and was vice ...
California Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
Certified Tutor
6+ years
I am willing to address any issue with an open mind and I try to develop strategies that play to a student's strengths. I would like to think I am very approachable and personable, and I have had very positive experiences with many students in the past using this philosophy. Outside of academics, I ...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor in Arts
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Frequently Asked Questions
The PRAXIS Music exam is a standardized test required for music teacher certification in Florida and many other states. It assesses knowledge of music theory, history, pedagogy, and performance practices. If you're pursuing a music education degree or teaching credential in the Orlando area, passing this exam is typically a requirement before you can teach music in public or private schools.
The exam covers music theory and composition, music history and culture, music pedagogy and performance, and aural skills. You'll encounter questions on everything from harmonic analysis and voice leading to historical periods, teaching methodologies, and listening comprehension. Each section requires both conceptual understanding and practical application of musical knowledge.
PRAXIS Music combines multiple skill areas—theory, history, pedagogy, and ear training—that require different types of preparation. Many students struggle to balance deep content knowledge with test-taking strategy, and the aural skills section demands consistent practice with listening exercises. Personalized tutoring helps you identify which areas need the most focus and develop targeted study plans rather than trying to review everything equally.
With personalized 1-on-1 instruction, a tutor can assess your specific strengths and weaknesses—whether that's theory gaps, historical knowledge, or ear training—and create a customized study plan. You get immediate feedback on practice problems, targeted explanations of difficult concepts, and strategic guidance on test format and pacing. This focused approach typically leads to faster improvement than generic study guides or group sessions where instruction can't adapt to your individual needs.
Aural skills—interval identification, chord recognition, melodic dictation, and harmonic analysis by ear—require consistent, deliberate practice. A tutor can guide you through progressive listening exercises, help you develop systematic strategies for identifying intervals and chords, and provide real-time feedback on your listening accuracy. Regular practice combined with expert guidance typically shows measurable improvement within weeks.
Your first session typically includes an assessment of your current knowledge across theory, history, pedagogy, and ear training, plus a discussion of your timeline and goals. The tutor will identify your strongest and weakest areas, answer your questions about the exam format, and create an initial study plan. This foundation helps ensure every subsequent session builds directly toward your certification goal.
Timeline varies based on your background and starting point, but most students benefit from 8-12 weeks of regular tutoring sessions. If you have strong music theory knowledge but weak ear training, you might focus intensively on aural skills for 4-6 weeks. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who can assess your needs and provide a realistic timeline during your first session.
Orlando's music education community includes university music programs, professional music organizations, and performance venues that can deepen your understanding of music history and pedagogy. Your tutor can recommend local resources and suggest how to leverage them alongside your study plan. Many students find that attending concerts or connecting with local musicians strengthens their grasp of music culture and teaching approaches.
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