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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
10+ years
Craig
In the past,I have been the student who has felt lost and confused while trying to push myself to understand a new concept or struggling to learn a new subject. Because I know how this feels, I hope to create an enjoyable learning environment for those I tutor. Sometimes it is easy to forget that le...
Kent State Podiatry
Current Grad Student, Doctorate of Podiatry
University of Utah
Bachelors, Psychology
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Sonja
My name is Sonja Holcombe and I am a 31 year veteran high school teacher, having taught Special Education, Social Studies and English/ Language Arts in the public school setting. I am a life-long learner myself and have a passion for teaching and learning. Since my retirement in 2017, I have worked ...
Oglethorpe University
Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Shanice
I am currently a senior at CUNY Brooklyn College working towards a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Children and Youth Studies. I work in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis with children who have an Autism Spectrum Disorder. I have experience tutoring students in elementary and mid...
CUNY Brooklyn College
Bachelors, Psychology
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Frequently Asked Questions
The PRAXIS English exam is a standardized test required for teacher certification in New York State. It assesses your knowledge of English language arts content, pedagogy, and classroom application. If you're pursuing a teaching credential in English or Language Arts in New York, passing the PRAXIS English is a mandatory step in the certification process.
Test-takers often struggle with the literary analysis section, which requires deep textual interpretation and supporting evidence from complex texts. The pedagogy questions can also be tricky—they test not just content knowledge but how to teach it effectively. Time management is another common challenge, as the exam covers extensive content across literature, composition, and teaching methods in a limited timeframe.
Personalized tutoring identifies your specific weak areas—whether that's essay analysis, grammar concepts, or pedagogy—and targets them directly, rather than reviewing all content equally. A tutor can adapt pacing to your learning style, provide immediate feedback on practice essays, and explain concepts in multiple ways until they click. This focused approach typically leads to faster improvement than general test prep, especially for students balancing teaching responsibilities with exam preparation.
PRAXIS English covers four main domains: reading and analyzing literature, understanding composition and rhetoric, grammar and language conventions, and pedagogical content knowledge (how to teach English effectively). You'll encounter questions on literary devices, essay structure, sentence mechanics, and classroom strategies. A comprehensive prep plan addresses all four areas with practice on the types of questions you'll actually see on test day.
Your first session typically starts with a diagnostic assessment—either a practice test section or targeted questions—to identify your strengths and gaps. Your tutor will discuss your timeline, teaching background, and specific concerns (like essay writing or pedagogy questions). Together, you'll create a personalized study plan that prioritizes the areas where you need the most support before test day.
Most test-takers benefit from 8-12 weeks of focused preparation, though this varies based on your starting point and how frequently you meet with a tutor. If you're already strong in content but need help with test strategy and time management, you might need fewer sessions. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who can assess your needs and recommend a realistic timeline during your first meeting.
New York State requires a minimum score of 160 on the PRAXIS English exam for teacher certification. The exam is scored on a scale of 100-200, so understanding what content areas contribute most to that score is important for your study strategy. Your tutor can help you focus on high-impact topics and practice test-taking strategies that maximize your score.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in PRAXIS English preparation and understand New York's certification requirements. You'll be matched with someone whose expertise and teaching style fit your needs, whether you need deep content review or focused test strategy. Get started by telling us about your goals, and we'll handle finding the right fit for your preparation timeline.
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