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Megan

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Megan

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

The Praxis English Content Knowledge exam digs into literary analysis, rhetorical strategies, and the history of the English language in ways that go well beyond a standard literature course. Megan's B.A. in English from Sewanee gave her deep exposure to close reading across genres and periods, and ...

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

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

The PRAXIS English exam covers everything from rhetorical analysis to language acquisition theory to poetry interpretation, and Karen earned her teaching license by mastering exactly that range. Her dual background in Secondary Education and English Literature at Vanderbilt means she can unpack both...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Bachelor of Science (Secondary Education; English Literature)

Test Scores
SAT
1420
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

Few PRAXIS English tutors bring Ariana's combination of a certified English 6–12 teaching background and a master's-level understanding of language acquisition. She digs into the areas that trip up test-takers most — the linguistics and grammar terminology questions, the literature survey breadth, 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
Patrick

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Patrick

AM
Patrick's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Geometry
Algebra
Elementary School Math

I am a retired teacher who tutors and writes and who has had decades of success motivating and preparing people for a range of tests and tasks. I also walk/jog 50-plus miles a week, do yoga, and exercise my critical thinking skills regularly. My students since 1979 have ranged from middle school ur...

Education

Yale University

AM

Mati

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Mati

Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
Mati's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Reading
PSAT Critical Reading

A published author with a creative writing degree and decades of professional writing experience, Mati tackles the PRAXIS English exam from the inside out — she's spent her career doing what this test measures. She digs into the literary analysis and rhetorical strategy questions, teaching candidate...

Education

New York University

Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing

Grace

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Grace

Master of Arts, Art History, Criticism, and Conservation
Grace's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Reading
ACT Writing

The Praxis English exams test a specific kind of literary and pedagogical knowledge — not just whether you've read the canon, but whether you can analyze rhetoric, identify grammatical structures, and interpret poetry under timed conditions. Grace's MA in Art History and BA in English give her deep ...

Education

Bowling Green State University-Main Campus

Master of Arts, Art History, Criticism, and Conservation

Valparaiso University

Bachelor in Arts, English

William

Certified Tutor

2+ years

William

PhD
William's other Tutor Subjects
SAT Subject Test in World History
TOEFL
SAT Subject Test in German with Listening
SAT Mathematics

I have a lot of teaching experience in both high-school and college settings, in the United States and abroad. I cover subjects ranging from ESOL, German, literature, and essay writing to most of the humanities topics that arise in AP and IB courses.

Education

Yale University

PhD

Georgetown University

PhD

Andrew

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Andrew

AM
Andrew's other Tutor Subjects
PSAT Writing Skills
COMPASS Writing Skills
ACCUPLACER Sentence Skills
ACT English

I hold a B.A. from Yale University and an M.A. from the University of Connecticut. In addition to teaching at both the high school and college levels, I also spent many years working in advertising (where I was a Vice President at two New York City agencies), health insurance administration, and as...

Education

Yale University

AM

Ann

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Ann

EDU
Ann's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Science
SSAT- Elementary Level
ISEE- Lower Level

Earning a Doctorate in Educational Supervision while holding National Board Certification means Ann knows both the content the Praxis English exam tests and how ETS frames its questions — from rhetorical analysis and literary interpretation to language use and research skills. She breaks down each c...

Education

Harvard University

EDU

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

EDU

Pepperdine University

EDU

University of California-Riverside

EDU

Molly

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Molly

Bachelor's
Molly's other Tutor Subjects
TOEFL
ACT English
ACT Reading
CLEP Western Civilization I: Ancient Near East to 1648

Hello! I enjoy working with students because it delights me to see them realize their true potential, and all that they are capable of! I have over 15 years of experience working with students at the middle school, high school, college, and graduate levels. I hold teaching certification in English, ...

Education

University

Bachelor's

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Frequently Asked Questions

The PRAXIS English exam tests your knowledge of English language arts content and pedagogy, including literature, composition, grammar, and language acquisition principles. The exam typically includes multiple-choice questions and constructed-response items that assess both your subject matter expertise and your ability to teach English effectively to diverse learners.

North Carolina requires PRAXIS English certification for teachers seeking licensure to teach secondary English language arts. With 31 school districts across the Charlotte area serving over 118,000 students, passing the PRAXIS English exam is essential for anyone pursuing a teaching career in our region's schools.

Many test-takers struggle with the constructed-response items, which require you to synthesize content knowledge with pedagogical strategies under timed conditions. Additionally, the literary analysis and composition sections demand both deep subject knowledge and the ability to articulate why certain teaching approaches work—skills that benefit greatly from targeted practice and feedback.

Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows a tutor to identify your specific weak areas—whether that's grammar rules, literary analysis, or constructed-response writing—and create a focused study plan. Rather than generic test prep, you get targeted practice on the exact content and question types holding you back, plus detailed feedback on your responses to build confidence before test day.

Most candidates benefit from 4-8 weeks of focused preparation, depending on their baseline knowledge and how much time they can dedicate weekly. Working with a tutor can compress this timeline by eliminating inefficient study habits and zeroing in on high-impact content, so you're studying smarter rather than just longer.

Look for tutors who have passed the PRAXIS English exam themselves and ideally have experience teaching secondary English or preparing other candidates. They should be able to explain not just the content but also the pedagogy behind it—how to teach grammar, literature, and composition effectively—since that's what the exam tests.

Your first session typically includes a diagnostic assessment to identify your strengths and gaps across the exam's content areas. The tutor will review your background, discuss your goals, and create a personalized study plan that prioritizes the topics where you need the most help.

North Carolina requires a minimum score of 160 on the PRAXIS English exam for teacher licensure. Personalized tutoring helps you not just reach that threshold but build the deeper understanding needed to teach English confidently and effectively in Charlotte's diverse classrooms.

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