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6+ years
Erica
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...
Georgia State University
Master of Science, Communication Sciences and Disorders
Rice University
Bachelor's degree

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Megan
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...
Lipscomb University
Master of Arts, Educational Administration
Vanderbilt University
Masters in Education, Special Education
Sewanee: The University of the South
Bachelor in Arts, English

Certified Tutor
Peter
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...
Ohio State
Masters in Education, English Education
Syracuse University
Bachelor of Science, Journalism

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Marion
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...
Lipscomb University
Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Harvard University
Bachelor of Science

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Karen
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...
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor of Science (Secondary Education; English Literature)

Certified Tutor
9+ years
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...
University of Queensland
Masters, Medicine
Brown University
Bachelors, Biology, General

Certified Tutor
7+ years
Ryan
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...
The College of New Jersey
Bachelor in Arts, History Teacher Education

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Blair
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...
Johns Hopkins University
Master of Arts Teaching, Education
Gerogetown University
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Ariana
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...
Kansas State University
Master of Arts, Teaching French as a Second or Foreign Language
Kansas State University
Bachelor in Arts, French

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Meaghan
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...
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Current Undergrad Student, Music Teacher Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
PRAXIS is a standardized test required for teacher certification in North Carolina and most other states. Depending on your teaching subject and grade level, you may need to pass one or more PRAXIS exams—typically content knowledge tests (like PRAXIS II) and the Principles of Learning and Teaching (PLT) exam. Charlotte's 31 school districts all require PRAXIS passage as part of their teacher hiring process, so passing is essential for your teaching career.
PRAXIS exams require deep subject matter knowledge combined with understanding of effective teaching practices—it's not just about knowing content, but knowing how to teach it. Many test-takers struggle with the breadth of material covered, time management during the exam, and distinguishing between similar answer choices that all seem plausible. Personalized tutoring helps you identify your specific weak areas and build targeted strategies rather than reviewing everything generically.
A tutor creates a customized study plan based on diagnostic assessments of your actual strengths and gaps—rather than spending equal time on every topic, you focus intensively on what you need most. Tutors also provide real-time feedback on practice questions, teach test-specific strategies, and help you manage test anxiety. This targeted approach typically leads to faster improvement than self-study alone.
Your first session focuses on assessment and planning. A tutor will discuss your teaching subject, review any practice test scores you have, identify your strongest and weakest content areas, and understand your timeline for taking the exam. Together, you'll create a realistic study schedule and agree on specific goals. This foundation ensures every future session builds directly toward your PRAXIS success.
Yes. Whether you're preparing for PRAXIS in Mathematics, Science, English Language Arts, Social Studies, or another subject, Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in your content area and understand the PRAXIS format for that subject. Subject-specific tutors know which concepts are tested most heavily and which misconceptions commonly trip up test-takers in your field.
Most students benefit from 4-12 weeks of tutoring, depending on their starting point and target score. If you're already scoring near passing, a few weeks of focused work on weak areas may be enough. If you need more foundational review, a longer timeline allows for deeper learning and more practice. Your tutor will help you set a realistic timeline based on your diagnostic results and exam date.
Passing scores vary by exam. Most PRAXIS II subject tests require a score in the 150-160 range (on a scale of roughly 100-200), while the PLT exam typically requires around 160. North Carolina's Department of Public Instruction sets the official passing thresholds for teacher certification. Your tutor can clarify the specific passing score for your subject and help you develop strategies to reach it confidently.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors based on your specific PRAXIS subject, availability, and learning preferences. After you share details about what you're preparing for and when you need to test, you'll be matched with an expert tutor who has helped other Charlotte-area teachers pass. You can start with a single session to see if the fit works, then schedule ongoing support as needed.
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