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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 required by most states before you can teach in public schools. Depending on your subject and grade level, you may need to take a content-specific PRAXIS exam (like PRAXIS Subject Assessments) or the PRAXIS Core Academic Skills for Educators test. For students in Long Beach preparing to enter the teaching profession, understanding which PRAXIS exam applies to your certification path is the first step toward passing.

California requires PRAXIS certification for many teaching positions, and Long Beach's 8 school districts employ thousands of teachers across 118 schools. Passing the PRAXIS on your first attempt strengthens your job prospects and demonstrates content mastery to employers. With personalized 1-on-1 instruction, you can focus on the specific content areas and question types that appear on your exam, rather than spending time on material you already know.

Many test-takers struggle with time management during the exam, content gaps in their subject area, and understanding how to apply knowledge to classroom scenarios. The PRAXIS also tests pedagogical reasoning—not just subject knowledge—which requires a different study approach than traditional coursework. Personalized tutoring helps you identify your specific weak spots and develop targeted strategies to address them before test day.

Studying alone often means repeating the same mistakes or spending hours on topics you've already mastered. With 1-on-1 instruction, tutors create a customized study plan based on your diagnostic assessment results, focusing your effort where it matters most. This targeted approach typically results in faster improvement and higher confidence going into the exam, compared to generic test prep materials.

Your first session focuses on understanding your background, identifying your target PRAXIS exam, and assessing your current knowledge level. Tutors will review your strengths and gaps, discuss your timeline and goals, and create a personalized study plan tailored to your needs. This foundation ensures every session after that is focused and productive toward your certification goal.

Improvement depends on your starting point and how consistently you engage with your tutoring plan, but most students see measurable gains within 4-8 weeks of regular sessions. Tutors focus on high-impact areas—content mastery, test-taking strategies, and time management—that directly influence your score. The key is identifying exactly what's holding you back and addressing it with expert guidance rather than guessing at what to study.

Yes. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have expertise in your specific PRAXIS exam, whether that's Elementary Education, Secondary Subject Assessments, or specialized content areas. Having a tutor who knows the exact content, format, and expectations of your particular exam means you're learning from someone who understands what you'll face on test day.

Contact Varsity Tutors to discuss your PRAXIS exam, timeline, and goals. You'll be matched with a qualified tutor who specializes in your subject area and can begin with a personalized assessment and study plan. From there, you'll work together on a flexible schedule that fits your life while keeping you on track toward passing your exam.

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