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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
8+ years
Arely
I am a undergraduate student who is willing to help other students in subjects that they may be experiencing difficulties in.
University of New Haven
Bachelor of Science, Biotechnology

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Bomeng
Highly experienced tutor, born and raised in a family of teaching professionals, speak English,Chinese, Cantonese as native, aced all tests in the world's most difficult schooling system,years of study in both China and US, has tutored massive students from both countries, knowsfirst hand what the d...
Missouri State University-Springfield
Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Peking University
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Statistics

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Kristin
I am a certified Biology Teacher from Fort Myers, FL. I have always loved teaching and getting to know my students. I enjoy everything there is to know about the wonders of science. My specialties are Biology, Ecology, Anatomy, and Genetics. I also work with younger children, helping them with their...
Florida Gulf Coast University
Bachelors, Secondary Biology Education

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Anders
I'm an experienced senior software engineer with special interest in teaching math, computer science, software engineering and machine learning.I have a Masters degree in Computer Engineering specializing in Artificial Intelligence and I am passionate about applying math, software engineering and ma...
University of Southern Denmark
Master of Science, Computer Engineering, General
University of Southern Denmark
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Michael
I am a junior at Cornell University where I am working toward a Bachelor of Arts in Physics. In the past, I have worked at Kumon as a math and reading tutor. I am most passionate about teaching Math, Physics, and Spanish. I try to bring that passion to each tutoring session so that the lessons are b...
Cornell University
Current Undergrad, Physics

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Caryn
I have over 15 years of teaching and professional experience. I work as a part time adjunct college instructor both in the classroom and online. My degrees include a MBA in Finance/Business and BBA. Courses that I teach are Accounting, Corporate Finance, Economics, Business, and Critical Thinking/St...
Pace University-New York
Masters in Business Administration, Financial Management
Pace University-New York
Bachelor in Business Administration, Marketing

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Anushree
In my years of tutoring students anywhere from elementary to high school, I've enjoyed getting to meet new faces, work with different learning styles, and make learning engaging! I currently find it exciting to assist students on the honors biology track at the University of Texas at Austin, and I e...
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

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Sarah
I'm a college student at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. I am in my junior year of a computer science degree. Outside of classes, I work as a college tour guide, IT technician, and camp counselor. I love working with young people to plan for and achieve success, especially as it pert...
Saint Vincent College
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Jennifer
I am a proud alumna of Stuyvesant High School and received my Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish from Binghamton University. In the past I have taught ESL to adults in Peru, conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions for students with special needs, and headed classrooms of up to 20 stu...
SUNY at Binghamton
Bachelor in Arts, English
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The PRAXIS Writing exam assesses your ability to demonstrate strong writing skills and knowledge of composition principles—essential for teaching English and language arts in New York schools. For educators in Rochester's 25 school districts, passing this exam is a key requirement for teacher certification. The exam evaluates your capacity to write clearly, organize ideas effectively, and understand grammar and rhetoric at a level that prepares you to teach these skills to students.
The PRAXIS Writing exam includes multiple-choice questions on grammar, usage, and rhetoric, along with a written essay component that tests your ability to compose a well-organized, persuasive response. You'll need to demonstrate strong thesis development, clear argumentation, and effective organization—skills that require both content knowledge and practical writing experience. Personalized tutoring helps you understand the specific rubric expectations and practice both the mechanics and the craft of effective writing.
Expert tutors work with you to develop a clear framework for organizing your thoughts: crafting a strong thesis, building supporting arguments, and structuring evidence logically. They provide personalized feedback on your drafts, helping you identify weak transitions, unclear topic sentences, or underdeveloped ideas before test day. This targeted approach to revision and refinement is far more effective than generic writing guides, especially under timed testing conditions.
Grammar covers the mechanics—correct verb tense, subject-verb agreement, punctuation—while style involves word choice, sentence variety, and voice. The PRAXIS tests both: you need to identify grammatical errors in multiple-choice questions and demonstrate stylistic sophistication in your essay. Tutors help you balance technical accuracy with engaging, persuasive writing so you can score well on both components without sacrificing clarity for complexity.
Many test-takers struggle with time management during the essay—organizing thoughts quickly while maintaining coherent structure. Others have difficulty distinguishing between grammatically correct but stylistically weak sentences, or they over-complicate their arguments instead of building clear, logical support. Writer's block under pressure is also common. Personalized tutoring addresses your specific weak spots through targeted practice, feedback on your actual writing, and strategies for managing the timed essay component effectively.
Your first session typically includes an assessment of your current writing level, a review of the PRAXIS exam format and scoring rubric, and an initial writing sample so your tutor can identify your strengths and areas for growth. You'll discuss your timeline, specific concerns (grammar, organization, time management), and create a personalized study plan. This foundation allows your tutor to tailor instruction to your needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.
Most test-takers see noticeable improvement within 4-8 weeks of consistent tutoring, depending on their starting point and how frequently they meet with their tutor. Regular practice combined with personalized feedback accelerates growth—you're not just learning concepts, you're applying them to your own writing and getting expert guidance on revision. The more you engage between sessions, the faster you'll build the skills and confidence needed to excel on test day.
Tutors who work with Varsity Tutors on PRAXIS Writing have strong backgrounds in composition, rhetoric, and English education—many have teaching experience or advanced degrees in English or related fields. They understand both the content expertise and the test-specific strategies needed to help you succeed. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors whose qualifications and teaching style match your learning needs and goals.
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