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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
5+ years
Tiffany
I am available to tutor a broad range of subjects, I am passionate about test preparation, Accountancy, and Algebra.
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
University of Chicago
Juris Doctor, Legal Studies
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Sami
I am a Duke University graduate in Economics and Computer Science. I am currently pursuing an MBA degree at the Yale School of Management. I have worked in the financial field, both at a management consulting firm and a fortune 500 company. My hobbies include playing and coaching soccer.
Duke University
Bachelor of Science (Economics and Computer Science)
Yale School of Management
Current Undergrad Student, Business Administration and Management
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Frequently Asked Questions
The PRAXIS Music exam is a certification test required for teachers who want to teach music in public schools. It assesses knowledge of music theory, history, pedagogy, and performance skills. If you're pursuing teacher certification in Florida or planning to teach music in Sarasota's 72 schools, passing this exam is a critical step in your career path.
The exam covers music theory and composition, music history and culture, music pedagogy, listening and analysis skills, and performance practices. You'll need to demonstrate understanding of everything from basic notation and intervals to complex harmonic analysis, orchestration, and teaching methodologies. The breadth of content makes targeted preparation essential for success.
Many test-takers struggle with the listening and aural analysis section, which requires identifying intervals, chords, and musical forms by ear—skills that are hard to develop without guided practice. Music history and non-Western music traditions also trip up candidates who haven't studied these areas systematically. Personalized tutoring helps you focus on your specific weak areas rather than reviewing everything equally.
A tutor can diagnose which content areas need the most work—whether that's ear training, theory, or pedagogy—and build a customized study plan around your gaps. Rather than working through generic practice materials, you get targeted feedback on your performance and strategies tailored to how you learn best. This focused approach typically leads to faster improvement and greater confidence on test day.
Most candidates benefit from 3-6 months of focused preparation, though this varies based on your music background and current knowledge level. If you're strong in theory but weak in history, or vice versa, a tutor can help you prioritize your study time efficiently. Starting early also allows time for consistent ear training practice, which requires regular repetition to build automaticity.
Ear training requires consistent, deliberate practice—listening to intervals and chords in isolation, then in musical context, and gradually increasing complexity. A tutor can provide structured listening exercises, give you immediate feedback on your identifications, and help you develop mental strategies for recognizing patterns. Regular practice with expert guidance typically shows measurable improvement within weeks.
Look for tutors with music education degrees, teaching experience, and ideally, PRAXIS Music certification themselves. They should have strong backgrounds in music theory, history, and pedagogy, plus experience with test preparation. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors in Sarasota who understand both the exam content and effective teaching strategies.
Your tutor will assess your current knowledge across all content areas—theory, history, aural skills, and pedagogy—to identify your strengths and gaps. You'll discuss your timeline, learning style, and specific concerns, then develop a personalized study plan. This diagnostic approach ensures your tutoring time is spent efficiently on the areas where you need the most support.
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