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4+ years
Megan
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...
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
Miakia
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...
Cambridge College
Masters in Education, Education
Christian Brothers University
Bachelor of Education, Education

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Gabriela
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...
University of California Los Angeles
Master's in Math Education
University of California Los Angeles
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Emma
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...
Vanderbilt University
Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching
Carnegie Mellon University
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Directing and Theatrical Production

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Alicia
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...
Columbia University
Master's/Graduate
University of Saint Joseph
Bachelor's

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
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'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Certified Tutor
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...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate

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Kate
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 ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
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...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering

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Erika
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...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
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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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