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Certified Tutor
5+ years
Oluwatimilein
As an individual, I am passionate about assisting students in being their best selves in different avenues of life, especially academics. Seeing young people become confident in a subject that they previously had difficulty in is inspiring and motivates me to help children master academics. I gradua...
Montclair State University
Master of Arts, Mental Health Counseling
Howard University
Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Certified Tutor
3+ years
Daniel
As a seasoned educator and dual- masters degree holder in Sports-Exercise Psychology and Clinical Mental Health Counseling, I bring a unique blend of expertise to the world of tutoring. With a background in teaching Physical Education and Health to K-12 students, coupled with my experience as a subs...
University of Kentucky
Master of Arts, Counselor Education
Warner University
Master of Arts, Sports and Fitness Administration

Certified Tutor
Kalee
I have been a high school science teacher for the past 10 years. I have extensive knowledge of all science subjects and I am licensed to teach any science subject for 7-12th grade in the state of Ohio. I have a Bachelor's in Science Education and a Masters in Education with a concentration in School...
Westminster College
Masters in Education, Educational Psychology
University of Toledo
Bachelor of Education, Science Teacher Education

Certified Tutor
Michelle
For nearly 10 years, I have gained experience as a school counselor, adjunct professor, and mental health counselor - all of which involve my love and passion for both psychology/counseling and helping others. I have learned a great deal from these professional experiences and continue to learn from...
Caldwell College now University
Master of Arts, Mental Health Counseling
The College of New Jersey
Bachelor of Science, Education

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Sanford
I have been a classroom teacher for many years working with grades 6-12 in the areas of Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Additionally, I have worked as a tutor and have found that work to be the most rewarding as it allows me to interact more closely with individual students as we w...
Westminster College
Bachelor of Science, Social Studies Teacher Education

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Daniel
I use my education and life experiences as a guide to living in general and in my personal interactions with others.In teaching, I combine my extensive educational background with related professional experience. I am willing to go an extra mile for all students who are willing to make a serious com...
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Master of Arts, Educational Psychology
University of Wisconsin-Parkside
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Certified Tutor
Patrice
I am passionate about helping students because I love to inspire them, engage them, and see them transform. I have over 20 years of experience working with middle and high school students a classroom and online teacher and a school counselor.As a teacher, I taught and tutored students in various CTA...
Albany State University
Masters in Education, Counselor Education
Morris College
Bachelor of Science, Business Teacher Education

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Ayesha
Ms. Edwards earned both her B.A. in Journalism and M.A. in Educational Psychology from New York University. She began her career in Education as a tutor with the City University of New York and later became a Teaching Assistant and Instructor there. Her strong desire to be a part of influencing chan...
New York University
Master of Arts, Educational Psychology
New York University
Bachelor in Arts, Journalism

Certified Tutor
Simone
I have over 25 years of experience in education. I graduated from Howard University with a Bachelors Degree in Psychology, before getting my teachers certification. I received my Masters of Education in School Leadership from Cambridge College and a Masters of Education in School Counseling from the...
University of West Alabama
Masters in Education, Counseling Psychology
Cambridge College
Masters in Education, Counselor Education
Howard University
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Christy
I have been a special education teacher for 9 years. I hold a Bachelor's and a Master's Degree in Elementary Education, Learning Disabilities, Cross-Categorical Education, and Special Education. I love making connections with my students and helping them grow not only academically, but also socially...
Marian University
Master of Arts Teaching, Special Education
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
Bachelor in Arts, Special Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
The PRAXIS Counseling exam (test code 0045) is a standardized assessment required for school counselor licensure in Illinois and many other states. It evaluates your knowledge of counseling theories, ethical practices, student development, and intervention strategies. If you're pursuing a career as a school counselor in Chicago or elsewhere in Illinois, passing this exam is a critical step toward state certification and employment.
Test-takers often struggle with distinguishing between different counseling theories and their applications, understanding ethical decision-making frameworks, and mastering the nuances of student development across age groups. The exam also requires strong knowledge of assessment instruments, crisis intervention protocols, and multicultural counseling competencies—all areas where personalized instruction helps clarify complex concepts that classroom lectures may not fully address.
One-on-one instruction allows tutors to identify your specific knowledge gaps—whether that's counseling theories, legal/ethical issues, or assessment interpretation—and target those areas directly. Rather than reviewing material you already know, personalized tutoring focuses your study time on what will actually move your score forward, which is especially valuable given the breadth of content covered on this comprehensive exam.
Your first session typically includes an assessment of your current knowledge, review of your study goals and timeline, and identification of your strongest and weakest content areas. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who will create a customized study plan tailored to your needs, whether you're starting from scratch or fine-tuning knowledge before test day.
While the PRAXIS Counseling exam is standardized nationwide, Chicago's 12 school districts have varying counselor role expectations and student populations you should understand. Tutors can help you connect exam content to real-world counseling scenarios you'll encounter in Chicago schools, including working with diverse student populations and navigating Illinois-specific licensure requirements and ethical guidelines.
Most candidates benefit from 8-12 weeks of focused preparation, though this varies based on your counseling background and familiarity with the content. With personalized tutoring, you can compress your timeline by eliminating inefficient study habits and focusing intensively on high-impact topics, allowing you to test confidently when you're ready rather than following a generic study schedule.
Illinois requires a minimum score of 157 on the PRAXIS Counseling exam (test code 0045), with scores ranging from 100-200. If you're retaking the exam after a previous attempt, personalized tutoring can help you analyze what went wrong the first time and build stronger mastery of the specific content areas that cost you points.
Seek tutors with advanced degrees in counseling or related fields, active experience in school counseling settings, and a track record of helping candidates pass the PRAXIS. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who understand both the exam's content and the real-world counseling skills you'll need once you're licensed and working in Chicago schools.
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