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Certified Tutor
6+ years
Ariana
Certified to teach History, Government, and Social Studies for grades 6–12, Ariana passed the PRAXIS Social Studies exam and knows where candidates tend to lose points — often on the economics and geography strands they studied least in college. She breaks the content into manageable review blocks c...
Kansas State University
Master of Arts, Teaching French as a Second or Foreign Language
Kansas State University
Bachelor in Arts, French
Certified Tutor
2+ years
William
I have a lot of teaching experience in both high-school and college settings, in the United States and abroad. I cover subjects ranging from ESOL, German, literature, and essay writing to most of the humanities topics that arise in AP and IB courses.
Yale University
PhD
Georgetown University
PhD
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Hello! I enjoy working with students because it delights me to see them realize their true potential, and all that they are capable of! I have over 15 years of experience working with students at the middle school, high school, college, and graduate levels. I hold teaching certification in English, ...
University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
2+ years
I am an educator of the sciences. I have taught Life Science, Biology, Physical and Earth Sciences for fourteen years in grades 7-12. I trained with the Keystone Science School of Denver, Colorado, the LSU Coastal Roots Program and have earned over six hundred hours in science literacy training in m...
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
MED
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Sabrina
I have over 9 years of experience tutoring students preparing for teacher certification exams and hold degrees in English and Education, as well as a technical writing certification. I enjoy helping students strengthen their reading comprehension so they can break down test questions and avoid commo...
The University of Alabama
AM
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
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
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
The PRAXIS Social Studies exam (5086) is a certification test for educators in New York and other states who want to teach social studies at the secondary level. It covers U.S. history, world history, civics, economics, and geography, testing both content knowledge and the ability to teach these concepts effectively. For students in Staten Island preparing for this exam, understanding the breadth of content across all five domains is essential to passing.
Many test-takers struggle with integrating knowledge across multiple social studies disciplines—especially connecting historical events to economic principles or geographic contexts. Others find the depth of world history coverage challenging, or struggle to distinguish between similar historical periods and events. Personalized tutoring helps you identify your specific weak areas and build targeted strategies rather than reviewing everything generically.
Expert tutors work with you to diagnose which content areas and question types trip you up most, then create a focused study plan that addresses your gaps. Rather than passive review, personalized instruction uses active recall and practice testing—proven techniques that improve retention and test performance. Tutors also teach you how to manage the exam's time constraints and recognize question patterns you'll see on test day.
Your first session is a diagnostic and planning meeting. A tutor will assess your current knowledge across the five PRAXIS domains, understand your timeline and goals, and identify which topics need the most attention. Together, you'll create a personalized study roadmap and discuss the tutoring approach that works best for your learning style.
Yes. Expert tutors are prepared to help you master U.S. history, world history, civics, economics, and geography—the five domains tested on the exam. Your tutor will prioritize based on your strengths and weaknesses, so if you're strong in U.S. history but need work on economics, your study plan reflects that reality.
In a classroom setting with a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio, it's difficult for instructors to address individual knowledge gaps or adjust pacing to your needs. Personalized tutoring is tailored entirely to you—your tutor focuses on the exact topics where you need help, uses your preferred learning methods, and adjusts in real time based on what's working. This targeted approach typically leads to faster progress and higher confidence on exam day.
Preparation timelines vary based on your starting knowledge and target test date, but most candidates benefit from 8–12 weeks of consistent tutoring. If you're starting with significant gaps in certain domains, you may need longer. Your tutor will give you a realistic timeline after your first session and help you stay on track with regular progress checks.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have deep knowledge of the PRAXIS exam and the social studies content you need to master. You can specify your timeline, learning preferences, and any particular domains where you need the most help, and we'll match you with a tutor who fits your needs. Once connected, you can start with a personalized first session to confirm it's a good fit.
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