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Certified Tutor
6+ years
Ariana
I am a former middle-school English teacher (and former high-school French teacher). I am certified to teach English (grades 6-12), History/Government/Social Studies (grades 6-12), Psychology (grades 6-12), Health (grades PreK-12), General Music (grades PreK-12), and French (grades PreK-12). I have ...
Kansas State University
Master of Arts, Teaching French as a Second or Foreign Language
Kansas State University
Bachelor in Arts, French

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Shaan
I am a current undergraduate student at Duke University's Pratt School of Engineering. I am pursuing a bachelor of science in engineering in mechanical engineering, a minor in computer science, and a certificate in innovation and entrepreneurship. As an engineer, I believe one of my greatest strengt...
Duke University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Tiffany
I started tutoring because I've always had a knack for explaining things to people, and I've gotten good feedback from students I've tutored as well as friends that I've helped. I've been tutoring math and science for a couple of years off and on, and hope to continue helping people because these ar...
University of Miami
Bachelors, Architectural Engineering

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Shauna
I have a Master's degree in Public Health and Tropical Medicine from Tulane University and a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science from Texas A&M University. I am currently working on my teacher's certificate and am certified to teach life sciences for grades 7-12 in the state of Texas. I have t...
Tulane University of Louisiana
Masters, Public Health and Tropical Medicine
Texas A & M University-College Station
Bachelors, Biomedical Science

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Alexander
Hello! My name is Alex, and I am a 3rd year student attending the University of British Columbia majoring in Statistics and Computer Science. I am looking to tutor students in the subjects of Mathematics, Programming, and Statistics. I believe that the process of learning is delicate. From introduci...
University of British Columbia
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Austin
Anyone can learn mathematics, but it is easy for students to get overwhelmed. Far too often, I hear people say "I hate math", convinced that they are bad at it. But what I've often found is that students simply need another way of viewing the problems. Sometimes, the student needs help breaking down...
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelors, Applied Mathematics

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Sarah
I am multi-media artist and educator working at intersections of audio documentary, performance, and media literacy. I have worked with middle and high school students in a variety of settings and contexts, teaching visual and performing arts, journalism, politics, and art history in classrooms, mus...
Akademie der bildenden Künste Wien
Masters, Critical Studies (Fulbright Fellowship)
University of Chicago
Bachelors, Anthropology and Visual Art

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Nicole
I am a graduate of Teachers College, Columbia University with a Master of Arts and a Master of Education in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education. My undergraduate studies were completed at Northeastern University with a Bachelor of Science in History and a Bachelor of Science in American Sign Language...
Northeastern University
Bachelors, American Sign Language and English Interpreting, History
Teachers College at Columbia University - Masters in Education, Education
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education State Certified Teacher

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Teri
With a degree in Philosophy from the University of California, San Diego, I have worked as a writing tutor for six years at the college level. One of the greatest joys I have experienced is helping my students master the craft of writing. As a published author of poetry and short stories, as well as...
University of California-San Diego
Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy

Certified Tutor
Alexis
I began my tutoring career seven years ago while a Freshman at Georgetown University, where I majored in Spanish and Sociology. I initially tutored English (Grammar & Mechanics) assisted with drafting essays and lengthier papers for a variety of subjects, and helped my students to enhance their stud...
Georgetown University
Bachelors, Spanish
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Frequently Asked Questions
The PRAXIS Health/Physical Education exam (Test Code 5857) assesses knowledge across multiple domains including human anatomy, exercise physiology, nutrition, disease prevention, and teaching methods for physical education. The exam also covers health promotion, safety, and the ability to design age-appropriate fitness and wellness curricula. For students in Cincinnati preparing to teach in Ohio's 44 school districts, understanding these content areas is essential for certification.
Many test-takers struggle with the intersection of exercise physiology and biomechanics, particularly questions involving metabolic pathways and movement analysis. Additionally, the curriculum and instruction section requires deep knowledge of age-appropriate teaching strategies and assessment methods that many candidates haven't formally studied. Personalized tutoring helps identify your specific weak areas and builds targeted practice rather than reviewing content broadly.
Most candidates benefit from 4-8 weeks of focused preparation, though the timeline depends on your background in health sciences and teaching experience. If you're transitioning from a different subject area or haven't reviewed anatomy and physiology recently, you may need additional time. Working with a tutor helps you create an efficient study plan that targets your knowledge gaps rather than spending time on material you already know.
One-on-one instruction allows tutors to diagnose exactly which content areas and question types are causing you difficulty, rather than having you review everything equally. Tutors can explain complex concepts like cardiovascular adaptations to exercise or health behavior change models in ways that match your learning style. This targeted approach typically results in faster improvement and more confident test performance than self-study alone.
The PRAXIS exam is designed to verify you can teach according to Ohio's learning standards and the National Standards for K-12 Physical Education. For students in Cincinnati, this means understanding how to implement standards-based instruction across grade levels, assess student progress, and adapt lessons for diverse learners. A tutor familiar with Ohio's specific requirements can help you connect exam content to the actual classroom expectations you'll face.
Your first session typically includes a diagnostic assessment to identify which content domains (anatomy, physiology, curriculum design, etc.) need the most work, plus a review of your test-taking strengths and weaknesses. The tutor will also learn about your background—whether you have a degree in exercise science, health education, or another field—to tailor explanations and examples. From there, you'll develop a personalized study plan with specific topics, practice strategies, and a timeline to exam day.
Yes. Effective PRAXIS preparation includes regular practice with authentic exam questions, timed practice tests, and detailed review of why correct answers are right and incorrect options are wrong. Tutors use practice questions to identify patterns in your mistakes—whether you're misreading questions, lacking content knowledge, or rushing through sections. This feedback loop is much more valuable than taking practice tests alone.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have strong backgrounds in health sciences, physical education, and PRAXIS exam preparation. You can discuss your specific needs—whether you're studying for your first attempt or retaking the exam—and get matched with someone who fits your learning style and schedule. The process is straightforward and designed to get you started quickly so you can begin preparing right away.
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