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Megan

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Megan

Masters in Education, Special Education
Megan's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

Most Praxis Core Reading questions aren't really about comprehension — they test whether you can identify an author's argument structure, distinguish main ideas from supporting details, and evaluate the strength of evidence in a passage. Megan earned her B.A. in English at Sewanee and holds a specia...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Masters in Education, Special Education

Lipscomb University

Master of Arts, Educational Administration

Sewanee: The University of the South

Bachelor in Arts, English

Miakia

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Miakia

Masters in Education, Education
Miakia's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

After earning both a Bachelor's and Master's in Education, Miakia sat for the Praxis exams herself — so she knows firsthand which reading question types trip up future teachers, from paired-passage synthesis to those tricky "author's purpose versus tone" distinctions. She teaches a deliberate annota...

Education

Cambridge College

Masters in Education, Education

Christian Brothers University

Bachelor of Education, Education

Gabriela

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Gabriela

Master's in Math Education
Gabriela's other Tutor Subjects
1st-5th Grade Math (in Spanish)
4th-5th Grade math
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra

Gabriela ran Praxis Core boot camps for aspiring teachers, so she's seen exactly where candidates lose points on the Reading section — usually on inference questions and paired-passage synthesis where the wrong answers are designed to look almost right. Her Master's in Math Education means she passe...

Education

University of California Los Angeles

Master's in Math Education

University of California Los Angeles

Bachelor in Arts, Sociology

Emma

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Emma

Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching
Emma's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Science

Having earned a Masters in Education with an elementary teaching focus, Emma knows exactly what the Praxis Core Reading section demands — distinguishing main ideas from supporting details, evaluating arguments, and synthesizing information across paired passages. She breaks down each question type s...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching

Carnegie Mellon University

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Directing and Theatrical Production

Alicia

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Alicia

Master's/Graduate
Alicia's other Tutor Subjects
10th Grade AP Microeconomics
Pre-Algebra
Statistics
Middle School Math

The PRAXIS Core Reading exam tests the same close-reading and inference skills Alicia has been teaching across grade levels for years. She tackles the trickiest question types — author's purpose, logical reasoning within a passage, and evaluating arguments — by showing test-takers how to identify wh...

Education

Columbia University

Master's/Graduate

University of Saint Joseph

Bachelor's

Jai

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jai

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Jai's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Electrical Engineering
ACT Writing

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'...

Education

Stanford University

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1590
ACT
35
Jessica

Certified Tutor

Jessica

PHD, Medicine
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Honors Chemistry

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...

Education

Nova Southeastern University

PHD, Medicine

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, History

University of Pennsylvania

undergraduate

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Kate

Certified Tutor

Kate

Masters, Environmental Engineering
Kate's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus

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 ...

Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Masters, Environmental Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Jeffrey

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Jeffrey

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Jeffrey's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Calculus
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

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...

Education

University of Notre Dame

Bachelor of Science

Rice University

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
34
Erika

Certified Tutor

Erika

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Erika's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

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...

Education

Harvard University

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy

Test Scores
ACT
32

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Frequently Asked Questions

The PRAXIS Core Reading exam is a standardized test required for teacher certification in Michigan and many other states. It assesses your ability to understand written passages, analyze arguments, and interpret complex texts—skills essential for effective teaching. Passing this exam is a mandatory step before you can earn your teaching credential and enter the classroom.

Many test-takers struggle with time management, as the exam requires quick comprehension of dense academic passages. Others find it difficult to distinguish between main ideas and supporting details, or to make inferences based on implicit information in the text. Additionally, some students underestimate the importance of understanding author's tone, purpose, and rhetorical strategies—all critical components of the exam.

Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to identify your specific reading comprehension gaps and create a targeted study plan. Tutors can teach you strategic approaches to tackle different question types, provide practice with authentic exam passages, and give you detailed feedback on your reasoning. This individualized approach helps you build confidence and develop the analytical skills needed to perform well on test day.

Your first session typically involves an assessment of your current reading comprehension level and test-taking skills. The tutor will discuss your goals, identify areas where you need the most support, and explain how you'll work together to prepare. You'll likely take a practice test or work through sample passages so the tutor can understand your strengths and weaknesses before creating your personalized study plan.

Preparation timelines vary based on your starting point and test date, but most students benefit from 4-12 weeks of focused study with a tutor. Some students need intensive preparation if they're taking the exam soon, while others prefer a longer, more gradual approach. Your tutor will help you develop a realistic timeline based on your current skills and target test date.

Effective strategies include active reading (annotating key points and author's purpose), previewing questions before reading passages, and using context clues to understand unfamiliar vocabulary. Tutors teach you how to identify main ideas quickly, distinguish between fact and opinion, and analyze argumentative structure. Practicing these strategies repeatedly with expert feedback helps you apply them automatically during the actual exam.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have deep knowledge of the PRAXIS Core Reading exam and proven success helping students pass. Tutors understand the specific requirements for Michigan teacher certification and can provide personalized instruction tailored to your learning style. You'll work with someone experienced in test preparation who can guide you through every step of your exam journey.

Practice tests help you become familiar with the exam format, question types, and time constraints, reducing test-day anxiety. They also reveal which reading comprehension skills need more work and allow you to track your progress over time. Your tutor will use practice tests strategically throughout your preparation to build stamina, refine your strategies, and ensure you're ready to perform your best on the actual exam.

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