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6+ years
Ariana
Ariana holds a PreK–12 Health certification and cleared the PRAXIS Health/Physical Education exam herself, giving her direct insight into what the test prioritizes — personal health literacy, community health concepts, growth and development, and how to teach them effectively. She connects the conte...
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
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
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
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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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
13+ years
MaryAnn
I am a published author who has enjoyed “coaching” our daughter, as she navigated through high school, college and graduate school. I mentor college juniors who are seeking careers in financial services, and I serve as a peer resource to professionals who are transitioning from private industry to t...
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Science, English, Psychology
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
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Pinelopi
I am a Duke University graduate with a Bachelors degree in Psychology. I have experience tutoring all levels of Spanish language, all sections of the SAT, as well as algebra, pre algebra, geometry, and pre-calculus! I love kids & I have a very flexible schedule and a lot of patience! Let me help you...
Duke University
Bachelor in Arts in Psychology
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Frequently Asked Questions
The PRAXIS Health/Physical Education exam (5857) assesses knowledge across multiple domains including human movement, exercise physiology, nutrition, disease prevention, and pedagogy for teaching health and PE. The test covers both the scientific foundations of health and fitness as well as practical teaching strategies, making it essential for aspiring health and PE educators in Virginia to understand both content mastery and instructional methods.
Many test-takers struggle with exercise physiology concepts, biomechanics of human movement, and the integration of health behavior theory into teaching scenarios. Additionally, the exam's emphasis on curriculum design and assessment strategies—rather than just content knowledge—trips up candidates who haven't focused on pedagogical approaches. Personalized tutoring can target these specific weak areas with targeted practice and explanations tailored to your learning style.
One-on-one instruction allows tutors to identify your specific knowledge gaps—whether that's exercise science concepts, test-taking strategy, or content recall—and focus study time where it matters most. Rather than reviewing material you already know, personalized tutoring creates a customized study plan that adapts to your progress, helping you build confidence and improve scores more efficiently than self-study alone.
Most candidates benefit from 4-8 weeks of focused preparation, depending on their background in health sciences and teaching experience. If you have a strong foundation in exercise science or health education, you may need less time; if these concepts are newer to you, a longer timeline allows for deeper understanding. A tutor can help you create a realistic study schedule and keep you on track toward test day.
Your first session is an opportunity to discuss your background, identify your strengths and weaknesses, and understand what's holding you back from your target score. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who will assess your current knowledge of health and PE content, review your test-taking habits, and create a personalized study plan that fits your timeline and learning style.
Virginia's Standards of Learning (SOLs) for health and physical education emphasize student wellness, fitness assessment, disease prevention, and developmentally appropriate instruction. The PRAXIS exam reflects these priorities while also testing deeper pedagogical knowledge about how to teach these concepts effectively. Understanding this alignment helps you see why certain topics matter and how they connect to actual classroom instruction in Virginia Beach schools.
The PRAXIS Health/Physical Education exam balances both, so you need strength in both areas. Content knowledge alone isn't enough—you'll need to understand how to assess student learning, adapt instruction for different populations, and design effective health and PE curricula. A tutor can help you practice applying your content knowledge to real teaching scenarios, which is what the exam actually tests.
Virginia requires a minimum score of 220 on the PRAXIS Health/Physical Education exam (5857) for teacher certification. The exam is scored on a scale of 100-200, so understanding your target score and current baseline helps you measure progress. Working with a tutor allows you to track improvement on practice tests and adjust your study strategy to ensure you meet Virginia's certification requirements.
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