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Certified Tutor
4+ years
Megan
I am a graduate of Sewanee: University of the South. I received my Bachelor of Arts in English. I also have two master's degrees in education - a Master's of Education from Vanderbilt University in Special Education and a Master's of Arts in Educational Leadership from Lipscomb University. I have ov...
Vanderbilt University
Masters in Education, Special Education
Lipscomb University
Master of Arts, Educational Administration
Sewanee: The University of the South
Bachelor in Arts, English
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Ann
I am passionate about helping students of all ages learn challenging content. I am a National Board Certified teacher with more than 20 years of state certified classroom teaching experience. I have expertise working with elementary students as well as supporting the professional growth of aspiring ...
University of California Los Angeles
Masters in Education, Education
University of California-Riverside
Bachelor in Arts, Human Development and Family Studies
Harvard University
Doctor of Education, Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Karen
I'm Karen, I'm from New York and recently graduated from Vanderbilt University, double majoring in Secondary Education and English Literature. I am a licensed English (6-12) teacher and I have lots of experience tutoring kids of all ages and all subjects, so reach out and say hi, and let's work toge...
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor of Science (Secondary Education; English Literature)
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Ariana
I am a former middle-school English teacher (and former high-school French teacher). I am certified to teach English (grades 6-12), History/Government/Social Studies (grades 6-12), Psychology (grades 6-12), Health (grades PreK-12), General Music (grades PreK-12), and French (grades PreK-12). I have ...
Kansas State University
Master of Arts, Teaching French as a Second or Foreign Language
Kansas State University
Bachelor in Arts, French
Certified Tutor
4+ years
Lekhini
I am a certified high school English teacher with five years of tutoring experience. My students range from ages 7-19, from elementary school to college level. I am highly qualified to tutor for any English class, such as ELA classes, Literature classes, and more. I am also available to help with te...
Rowan University
Masters in Education, Education
Rowan University
Bachelor in Arts, English
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Mati
I am currently a high school counselor and the combination of all of my experience gives me a unique window into the world of education and college entrance. My experience, combined with my doctoral degree with a focus on learning disabilities, allows me a varied perspective while working with child...
New York University
Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
Certified Tutor
3+ years
Grace
I am currently a high school English teacher. Before I started teaching, I was a test prep tutor, and clocked hundreds of hours working with high school students on SAT reading and writing and ACT English and reading. I truly enjoy working with students and watching them learn and grow both in my cl...
Bowling Green State University-Main Campus
Master of Arts, Art History, Criticism, and Conservation
Valparaiso University
Bachelor in Arts, English
Certified Tutor
Victoria
I am Victoria. I just recevied my associate degree at College of DuPage and was one of the finalists of this year's outstanding graduates.I am good at math and my native language is Mandarin. I have two-year university degree of economics in Shanghai, China. I took Calculus 1 before and I got A for ...
Illinois Institute of Technology
Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science
College of DuPage
Current Undergrad Student, Finance
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Alexa
Every student should have the opportunity to feel successful. As a tutor and teacher, I work to help students be active, rather than passive, learners. I believe that my job isn't only to teach students academic content, but also to help them develop skills to set goals and gain autonomy over their ...
Ithaca College
Bachelor in Arts, Journalism
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Born and raised in Houston, Texas, although all of my family lives in Brazil. I play soccer in college and I am an amateur pianist as well. I enjoy reading, running, listening to music, and Game of Thrones.I have tutored various subjects, focusing on math and physics, for nearly 4 years. I am curren...
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts, Physics
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Frequently Asked Questions
The PRAXIS English exam tests reading comprehension, language and linguistics, composition, literature, and pedagogy—the core knowledge needed for English teaching. The test evaluates your ability to analyze texts, understand grammar and language structures, and demonstrate instructional strategies. Most test-takers in Springfield and across Massachusetts take this exam as part of teacher certification requirements.
Many test-takers struggle with the literary analysis section, which requires quick interpretation of complex texts under time pressure, and the pedagogy questions, which demand understanding of teaching methodologies alongside content knowledge. The reading comprehension passages can be dense, and distinguishing between similar answer choices requires careful attention to detail. Personalized tutoring helps you identify your specific weak areas and develop targeted strategies to address them.
Most candidates benefit from 8-12 weeks of focused preparation, though this varies based on your starting point and teaching background. If you're balancing preparation with work or coursework, a structured study plan with consistent practice is essential. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who can create a customized timeline based on your goals and current knowledge level.
Group test prep courses follow a standard curriculum, but personalized 1-on-1 instruction focuses entirely on your strengths and gaps. A tutor can spend extra time on literary analysis if that's your weakness, skip content you've mastered, and adapt teaching methods to how you learn best. This targeted approach typically leads to faster improvement and higher confidence on test day.
Yes—the PRAXIS English exam assumes solid foundational knowledge of grammar, literary devices, and text analysis. Many test-takers find they need to refresh their understanding of sentence structure, parts of speech, and how to identify themes and rhetorical strategies in unfamiliar texts. Tutors can help you quickly review and strengthen these fundamentals while building exam-specific skills.
Passing scores vary by state and institution, but Massachusetts typically requires a score of 160-170 on the PRAXIS English exam for teacher certification. Checking your specific state requirements and your teacher preparation program's expectations is important, as some programs set higher benchmarks. A tutor can help you understand the score you're targeting and create a study plan to reach it.
Your first session focuses on assessment and planning. A tutor will discuss your teaching background, review your goals, and likely administer a practice test or diagnostic to identify your strongest and weakest areas. From there, you'll work together to create a personalized study schedule and begin addressing priority topics.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in PRAXIS English preparation and understand the certification requirements for Massachusetts teachers. You can specify your availability, learning style, and goals, and we'll match you with a tutor who fits your needs. Whether you're preparing for your first attempt or retaking the exam, personalized instruction can make a meaningful difference in your results.
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