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Ariana
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Ariana
MS Kansas State University • BA Kansas State University
6+ Years Tutoring

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 covering U.S. history, world history, government, and behavioral sciences, then targets the analytical and document-based questions that carry the most weight on the exam.

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Ashley
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Ashley
MED Northwestern State University of Louisiana
2+ Years Tutoring

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 many areas. Science has a very strong mathematical component and that is why I also specialize in Math tutoring.

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Mimi
MS Harvard University • BA Dartmouth College
6+ Years Tutoring

I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all subjects, I take a creative, inquiry-based and learner-centered approach, designing opportunities for each unique individual to meet their learning goals.

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Aaron
BA The University of Texas at Dallas • Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering Duke University
10+ Years Tutoring

I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old electronics, playing Pokemon, or picking at my guitar.

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Nina
MS Columbia University • BA Northwestern University
10+ Years Tutoring

I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant at Columbia University in my department and also have tutored graduate students and undergraduates privately as well. My primary areas of tutoring are math and statistics coursework in addition to math sections on standardized tests such as the GRE and GMAT. I am very passionate about helping students feel more confident and excited about math. In my spare time, I enjoy running, playing piano, and spending time with friends and family.

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Reid
PhD Harvard University • BA Wesleyan University
1+ Years Tutoring

I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults towards passing the US Citizenship Exam and taught English in India, where I lived for six months. Whenever I work with a student I personalize the lessons to fit their particular learning style, since I know every student is unique and having the right fit can make all the difference in making learning fun and effective. My strengths are tutoring the social sciences and humanities, as well as making math and standardized tests approachable to students that normally don't like those subjects. In my spare time I like traveling, spending time in the outdoors (climbing & backpacking), meditation, and playing soccer. Next fall I will be beginning my PhD in Education at Harvard University.

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Charles
BA Yale University
1+ Years Tutoring

I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best describe my tutoring style as one that adapts to each students' needs. For example, I have always tried to frame questions in a different way so that the student can better understand the question. Some students need visual representations of numbers and systems to understand them, and others benefit more by understanding the concepts behind each formula. I prefer to tutor in math and physics, and especially with real world application problems. I hope to help students improve their standardized test scores and their understanding of the math and sciences so that they can achieve their academic goals!

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Solange
BA Harvard University
8+ Years Tutoring

I'm Solange - a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied Sociology & Women's Studies. I've been tutoring for eight years now, and have worked with a wide range of ages and in a wide range of subjects. Some of my specialties are college prep/test taking II worked in the admissions office on campus); social sciences; and literature/writing.

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Christopher
BA Harvard College
1+ Years Tutoring

I am a rising sophomore at Harvard College and am about to declare as a Mechanical Engineering concentrator, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tutor for both Math and Spanish programs in high school and enjoyed the strides I made with students. I am willing to tutor any subject I have a background in, but am strong in mathematics, the sciences, Spanish, history, writing, and ACT prep. I enjoy teaching mathematics most due to the joy I can see in children once they master a topic and can answer even pointed questions meant to stump them, and maybe even put their knowledge to real world use. As a tutor, I like to give a strong foundation to orient my student, and then gradually grant them more freedom and independence until they can feel themselves grasp the concept, pointing out pitfalls or common errors along the way; teachers who used these methods on me always left the most lasting impressions. Outside of my studies, I really enjoy listening to music, both old favorites and new interests, reading classics, and gaming/playing basketball with my friends.

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Liz
MS Simmons College • BA Washington University in St. Louis
1+ Years Tutoring

I am a graduate of Washington University in St Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received my Masters in Mild to Moderate Disabilities from Simmons College. I have worked extensively with students with a range of abilities, including students with specific learning disabilities, emotional impairments, dyslexia, and ADHD. My teaching experience has given me a deep understanding of the knowledge and habits essential to academic success and has given me the opportunity to hone a variety of strategies that ensure students at each level can achieve their academic goals. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, my favorite ones are Reading, Elementary/Middle School Math, History, and Test Prep. In my experience, tutoring is the most rewarding when a student has that "aha!" moment and achieves a new level of understanding and confidence in his/her abilities. I am a firm believer in the transformative power of education, and I see my role to be that of a facilitator and coach who is there to help the student reach his/her goals through individualized support and rigorous practice. In my free time, I enjoy reading, running, practicing my Spanish, and discovering new music. I am also an avid traveler and just got back from a 3 month trip to South America. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you!

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Michelle
MD Baylor College of Medicine • BA Rice University
1+ Years Tutoring

I am proud to be a part of Varsity Tutors! I am originally from San Antonio, TX; I completed my undergraduate education at Rice University in Houston where I received a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology. Currently, I am in my second year of medical school at Baylor College of Medicine.

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Justin
BA Washington University in St. Louis • Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics University of Chicago
9+ Years Tutoring

I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Computational and Applied Mathematics. I've tutored introductory physics students for three years and enjoyed it thoroughly, as a chance to help other students while revisiting fundamental concepts to enhance my own knowledge. I'm eager to continue reaching out and helping students of math and physics to succeed and, furthermore, to appreciate the beauty and power of these subjects.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The PRAXIS Social Studies exam (5086) tests broad knowledge across history, geography, civics, and economics, but many test-takers struggle with the breadth of content combined with limited study time. The exam requires not just memorization of facts, but the ability to analyze primary sources, understand cause-and-effect relationships across different time periods, and apply social studies concepts to real-world scenarios. Additionally, time management is critical—balancing detailed essay responses with multiple-choice questions often trips up unprepared test-takers. Personalized instruction helps identify your specific weak areas and builds targeted study strategies rather than trying to review everything equally.

When studying independently, it's easy to spend hours reviewing content you already understand while missing critical gaps in your knowledge. A tutor assesses your current understanding, identifies which historical periods, geographic concepts, or civics topics need the most focus, and creates a customized study plan. Tutors also provide expert feedback on practice essays and document analysis—skills that are difficult to self-evaluate. With personalized 1-on-1 instruction, you get immediate clarification of confusing concepts, strategies for approaching different question types, and accountability that keeps your preparation on track.

The best PRAXIS Social Studies tutors combine strong content knowledge across multiple domains (U.S. history, world history, geography, civics, and economics) with experience helping test-takers succeed. Look for tutors who understand the exam's specific format and scoring rubric, can teach document analysis and primary source evaluation, and have a track record of helping students reach their target scores. Expert tutors also adapt their teaching style to how you learn best—whether that's through timelines, concept maps, case studies, or other methods. When you connect with Varsity Tutors, we match you with tutors who have demonstrated expertise in PRAXIS preparation.

Most test-takers benefit from 4-8 weeks of focused preparation, though this depends on your starting point and target score. If you're strong in history but weaker in economics and geography, you might focus more intensively on those areas. Those balancing exam prep with work or other commitments often spread preparation over 8-12 weeks with 5-7 hours of study per week. A tutor helps you work efficiently—rather than spending weeks on familiar material, personalized instruction zeros in on what will most improve your score. Starting with a diagnostic assessment helps set realistic timelines and goals.

While the PRAXIS covers a wide range of content, U.S. history tends to have the heaviest weight, particularly the colonial period through modern times, key historical figures and events, and how major movements shaped American society. Geography questions focus on map skills, cultural regions, and human-environment interactions. Civics content includes the Constitution, branches of government, and civic rights and responsibilities. Economics covers fundamental concepts like supply and demand, economic systems, and consumer practices. A skilled tutor helps you understand the connections between these topics—how geography influenced settlement patterns, how economic policies shaped political movements—rather than treating them as isolated facts to memorize.

The constructed-response (essay) section requires you to analyze a historical scenario or social studies question and provide a well-organized, evidence-based answer. Many test-takers lose points by not directly addressing the prompt, failing to provide specific examples, or organizing their thoughts poorly under time pressure. A tutor teaches you a framework for tackling these prompts—how to quickly identify what the question is asking, brainstorm relevant examples and evidence, and structure your response for clarity. With guided practice on multiple prompts and detailed feedback on your drafts, you'll build confidence and speed. Personalized instruction also helps you avoid common mistakes like focusing on tangential details or providing unsupported generalizations.

The passing score for the PRAXIS Social Studies exam (5086) is 160 out of a possible 200 points. However, different states and school districts may have their own score requirements, and some may prefer higher scores for competitive job markets. The exam uses a scale where the national average typically falls around 155-160, so aiming for 165+ gives you a strong margin above the minimum passing score. A tutor helps you set a personalized target score based on your specific state's requirements and your teaching goals, then creates a study plan to reach that benchmark rather than just aiming to pass.

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