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Erica

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Erica

Master of Science, Communication Sciences and Disorders
Erica's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

Erica has been through the PRAXIS process herself on the way to becoming a licensed speech-language pathologist, so she knows firsthand how the exam's structure and question style can trip up well-prepared candidates. She teaches targeted strategies for the reading, writing, and mathematics core sec...

Education

Georgia State University

Master of Science, Communication Sciences and Disorders

Rice University

Bachelor's degree

Megan

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Megan

Master of Arts, Educational Administration
Megan's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

Having earned credentials in special education, ESL, and educational leadership herself, Megan knows the Praxis exams from the test-taker's side — not just as an abstract prep exercise. She covers Core Reading, Core Writing, Special Education, Early Childhood, Elementary, and English Praxis tests, b...

Education

Lipscomb University

Master of Arts, Educational Administration

Vanderbilt University

Masters in Education, Special Education

Sewanee: The University of the South

Bachelor in Arts, English

Peter

Certified Tutor

Peter

Masters in Education, English Education
Peter's other Tutor Subjects
10th Grade Reading
Pre-Algebra
Arithmetic
Middle School Math

The PRAXIS tests future teachers on both content mastery and pedagogical reasoning, and Peter has lived both sides — he holds a master's in English Education and a journalism degree that sharpens his reading and writing instruction. He digs into the constructed-response sections especially, teaching...

Education

Ohio State

Masters in Education, English Education

Syracuse University

Bachelor of Science, Journalism

Test Scores
SAT
1470
Marion

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Marion

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Marion's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2
SAT Subject Test in Biology E/M

Preparing for the Praxis means juggling content review with test strategy, and the balance shifts depending on which exam you're taking. As a high school teacher with a Master's in Curriculum and Instruction, Marion has been on both sides of the certification process and knows which content areas th...

Education

Lipscomb University

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction

Harvard University

Bachelor of Science

Test Scores
SAT
1540
ACT
34
Karen

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Karen

Bachelor of Science (Secondary Education; English Literature)
Karen's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
AP English Language and Composition
College Essays

Having gone through teacher licensure at Vanderbilt herself, Karen knows the PRAXIS inside and out — not just the content, but the particular way questions are framed to test pedagogical reasoning. She breaks down each section's expectations so candidates spend their prep time on what the exam actua...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Bachelor of Science (Secondary Education; English Literature)

Test Scores
SAT
1420
Robin

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Robin

Masters, Medicine
Robin's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

Robin's biology and medical background covers a significant chunk of the Praxis content knowledge sections, especially for candidates sitting for science-related subtests where cell biology, anatomy, and physiology questions dominate. She also teaches across reading, writing, and math — useful for t...

Education

University of Queensland

Masters, Medicine

Brown University

Bachelors, Biology, General

Ryan

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Ryan

Bachelor in Arts, History Teacher Education
Ryan's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Subject Test in World History
College Essays

Ryan passed the Praxis II and the EdTPA proficiency exam on his first attempts while completing his history education degree, so he knows exactly how the test is structured and where candidates lose points. He breaks down the content knowledge and constructed-response sections into manageable prep b...

Education

The College of New Jersey

Bachelor in Arts, History Teacher Education

Test Scores
SAT
1380
Blair

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Blair

Master of Arts Teaching, Education
Blair's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Subject Test in United States History
PSAT Critical Reading

Blair earned her Master of Arts in Teaching from Johns Hopkins and has spent years in the classroom teaching high school ELA and AP US History — exactly the kind of real-world experience that makes Praxis content and pedagogy questions feel familiar rather than abstract. She walks test-takers throug...

Education

Johns Hopkins University

Master of Arts Teaching, Education

Gerogetown University

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Ariana

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Ariana

Master of Arts, Teaching French as a Second or Foreign Language
Ariana's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Human Development
SAT Subject Test in French with Listening

Holding teaching certifications in six different content areas, Ariana has personally navigated the PRAXIS testing process more than most educators ever will. She understands how each exam is structured — from the constructed-response scoring rubrics to the way questions test pedagogical knowledge a...

Education

Kansas State University

Master of Arts, Teaching French as a Second or Foreign Language

Kansas State University

Bachelor in Arts, French

Test Scores
SAT
1410
ACT
32
Meaghan

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Meaghan

Current Undergrad Student, Music Teacher Education
Meaghan's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ACT Writing
ACT English

Preparing for the Praxis means knowing not just content but how ETS frames its questions — the difference between a correct answer and the best answer. Meaghan is completing her own teacher licensure in Missouri and Kansas and understands the exam's structure from the inside, particularly the Core A...

Education

University of Missouri-Kansas City

Current Undergrad Student, Music Teacher Education

Frequently Asked Questions

The PRAXIS is a series of standardized tests administered by the Educational Testing Service (ETS) that assess subject matter knowledge and teaching skills for educators. In New York State, prospective teachers must pass PRAXIS exams in their subject area and the Principles of Learning and Teaching (PLT) exam as part of teacher certification requirements. The specific PRAXIS tests you'll need depend on your intended grade level and subject area.

Buffalo's 24 school districts and 98 schools serve over 45,000 students, creating strong demand for certified teachers across diverse subject areas. Passing the PRAXIS on your first attempt is essential to meet New York's certification timeline and begin your teaching career without delays. Personalized tutoring helps you focus on the specific content and test-taking strategies most relevant to your subject, increasing your chances of success.

Many test-takers struggle with managing the breadth of content covered—PRAXIS exams test deep subject knowledge across multiple topics that may not have been fresh in your mind since college. Time management during the exam is another frequent challenge, as is translating subject expertise into test-taking strategy. Personalized instruction allows you to identify your specific weak areas and develop targeted strategies rather than reviewing material you already know well.

One-on-one tutoring focuses entirely on your individual needs—whether that's filling content gaps, building test-taking confidence, or refining time management. A tutor can adapt pacing and teaching style to match how you learn best, rather than following a fixed curriculum. This targeted approach typically leads to faster progress and higher confidence going into test day compared to generic study materials.

Your first session will focus on assessment and planning. A tutor will discuss your subject area, review your background knowledge, understand your timeline, and identify your specific strengths and gaps. You may take a diagnostic practice test or review sample questions to pinpoint areas needing the most attention, allowing your tutor to create a personalized study plan tailored to your goals.

Yes. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have expertise in your particular PRAXIS exam—whether that's Mathematics, Science, English Language Arts, Social Studies, or other subject areas. Subject-specific expertise is crucial because PRAXIS exams test both content mastery and the pedagogical knowledge needed to teach that content effectively to students.

Results depend on your starting point and exam date, but most students benefit from 4-8 weeks of consistent preparation with personalized tutoring. If you're starting further in advance, you have more flexibility to build knowledge systematically. Your tutor will help you set realistic milestones and adjust the pace based on practice test scores and your progress toward your target score.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who match your subject area and availability. Simply let us know your PRAXIS exam focus, timeline, and preferred schedule, and we'll match you with a qualified tutor. You can start with an initial consultation to ensure the fit is right before committing to a full tutoring plan.

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