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Erica

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Erica

Master of Science, Communication Sciences and Disorders
Erica's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

Erica has been through the PRAXIS process herself on the way to becoming a licensed speech-language pathologist, so she knows firsthand how the exam's structure and question style can trip up well-prepared candidates. She teaches targeted strategies for the reading, writing, and mathematics core sec...

Education

Georgia State University

Master of Science, Communication Sciences and Disorders

Rice University

Bachelor's degree

Peter

Certified Tutor

Peter

Masters in Education, English Education
Peter's other Tutor Subjects
10th Grade Reading
Pre-Algebra
Arithmetic
Middle School Math

The PRAXIS tests future teachers on both content mastery and pedagogical reasoning, and Peter has lived both sides — he holds a master's in English Education and a journalism degree that sharpens his reading and writing instruction. He digs into the constructed-response sections especially, teaching...

Education

Ohio State

Masters in Education, English Education

Syracuse University

Bachelor of Science, Journalism

Test Scores
SAT
1470
Megan

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Megan

Master of Arts, Educational Administration
Megan's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

Having earned credentials in special education, ESL, and educational leadership herself, Megan knows the Praxis exams from the test-taker's side — not just as an abstract prep exercise. She covers Core Reading, Core Writing, Special Education, Early Childhood, Elementary, and English Praxis tests, b...

Education

Lipscomb University

Master of Arts, Educational Administration

Vanderbilt University

Masters in Education, Special Education

Sewanee: The University of the South

Bachelor in Arts, English

Marion

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Marion

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Marion's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2
SAT Subject Test in Biology E/M

Preparing for the Praxis means juggling content review with test strategy, and the balance shifts depending on which exam you're taking. As a high school teacher with a Master's in Curriculum and Instruction, Marion has been on both sides of the certification process and knows which content areas th...

Education

Lipscomb University

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction

Harvard University

Bachelor of Science

Test Scores
SAT
1540
ACT
34
Karen

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Karen

Bachelor of Science (Secondary Education; English Literature)
Karen's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
AP English Language and Composition
College Essays

Having gone through teacher licensure at Vanderbilt herself, Karen knows the PRAXIS inside and out — not just the content, but the particular way questions are framed to test pedagogical reasoning. She breaks down each section's expectations so candidates spend their prep time on what the exam actua...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Bachelor of Science (Secondary Education; English Literature)

Test Scores
SAT
1420
Robin

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Robin

Masters, Medicine
Robin's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

Robin's biology and medical background covers a significant chunk of the Praxis content knowledge sections, especially for candidates sitting for science-related subtests where cell biology, anatomy, and physiology questions dominate. She also teaches across reading, writing, and math — useful for t...

Education

University of Queensland

Masters, Medicine

Brown University

Bachelors, Biology, General

Ryan

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Ryan

Bachelor in Arts, History Teacher Education
Ryan's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Subject Test in World History
College Essays

Ryan passed the Praxis II and the EdTPA proficiency exam on his first attempts while completing his history education degree, so he knows exactly how the test is structured and where candidates lose points. He breaks down the content knowledge and constructed-response sections into manageable prep b...

Education

The College of New Jersey

Bachelor in Arts, History Teacher Education

Test Scores
SAT
1380
Blair

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Blair

Master of Arts Teaching, Education
Blair's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Subject Test in United States History
PSAT Critical Reading

Blair earned her Master of Arts in Teaching from Johns Hopkins and has spent years in the classroom teaching high school ELA and AP US History — exactly the kind of real-world experience that makes Praxis content and pedagogy questions feel familiar rather than abstract. She walks test-takers throug...

Education

Johns Hopkins University

Master of Arts Teaching, Education

Gerogetown University

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Ariana

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Ariana

Master of Arts, Teaching French as a Second or Foreign Language
Ariana's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Human Development
SAT Subject Test in French with Listening

Holding teaching certifications in six different content areas, Ariana has personally navigated the PRAXIS testing process more than most educators ever will. She understands how each exam is structured — from the constructed-response scoring rubrics to the way questions test pedagogical knowledge a...

Education

Kansas State University

Master of Arts, Teaching French as a Second or Foreign Language

Kansas State University

Bachelor in Arts, French

Test Scores
SAT
1410
ACT
32
Prahith

Certified Tutor

Prahith

Bachelors, Economics
Prahith's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Quantitative Reasoning
PSAT Mathematics

The Praxis covers a broad sweep — reading, writing, and math on the Core, plus content-specific depth depending on your certification area. Prahith is a practicing classroom teacher who passed these exams himself and now pinpoints which content strands a candidate needs to shore up rather than grind...

Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Bachelors, Economics

Test Scores
ACT
34

Frequently Asked Questions

The PRAXIS is a standardized teacher certification exam administered by the Educational Testing Service (ETS) that assesses the knowledge and skills needed to become an educator. In Arizona, teacher candidates must pass PRAXIS exams in their subject area and pedagogy before earning their teaching license. Most aspiring teachers in the Phoenix area take these exams as part of their path to certification.

Many teacher candidates struggle with the breadth of content covered—PRAXIS exams test both deep subject knowledge and pedagogical understanding across multiple domains. The time pressure during the exam, combined with balancing coursework and field experience, makes focused preparation difficult. Personalized tutoring helps identify your specific weak areas and builds targeted strategies, rather than generic test prep that covers everything equally.

In a classroom of 20+ students, instruction moves at an average pace that may not match your learning speed. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to diagnose your specific knowledge gaps, adapt explanations to your learning style, and focus intensively on the content areas where you need the most help. This targeted approach typically leads to faster improvement and higher confidence going into the exam.

Your first session focuses on assessment and goal-setting. A tutor will review your background, discuss your target PRAXIS exam and score goals, and likely administer a diagnostic assessment or practice test to identify your strengths and areas for improvement. This information shapes your personalized study plan so every session builds toward your certification goals.

Yes, Varsity Tutors connects students with expert tutors across all major PRAXIS subject exams, including elementary education, secondary subject areas like English, math, science, and social studies, as well as specialty certifications. For students in Phoenix preparing for any PRAXIS exam, we can match you with a tutor who has deep expertise in your specific subject and test format.

Preparation timeline varies based on your starting knowledge, target score, and how frequently you meet with a tutor. Most candidates benefit from 8-12 weeks of consistent preparation, meeting 1-2 times per week. Some students need less time if they're already strong in the content; others benefit from longer, more intensive preparation. Your tutor will help create a realistic timeline based on your baseline performance and exam date.

Tutoring rates vary based on the tutor's experience level and expertise. Varsity Tutors offers flexible options to fit different budgets, and you can discuss pricing when you connect with a tutor. Many students find that focused, personalized preparation saves money compared to taking the exam multiple times or enrolling in expensive test prep courses.

Start by telling us about your PRAXIS exam, target score, and availability. Varsity Tutors will connect you with an expert tutor whose background and teaching style match your needs. You can discuss your goals, ask questions, and begin working together on a schedule that fits your life—all without long-term contracts or commitments.

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