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Certified Tutor
9+ years
Ashley
I am a seasoned educator with over 14 years of teaching experience. I currently am a middle school principal but have taught grades 3-college. I am no stranger to Common Core and can help students master material with tried and true strategies!
University of Pennsylvania
Masters in Education, Counselor Education
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
Bachelor of Education, Education

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Aaron
I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old e...
The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Duke University
Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Mimi
I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all su...
Harvard University
Masters in Education, Education
Dartmouth College
B.A.
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Nina
I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant ...
Columbia University
Masters in biostatistics
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences (focus in neurobiology)
Columbia University in the City of New York
Current Grad Student, Biostatistics
Certified Tutor
I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults...
Harvard University
PHD, Education
Wesleyan University
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Solange
I'm Solange - a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied Sociology & Women's Studies. I've been tutoring for eight years now, and have worked with a wide range of ages and in a wide range of subjects. Some of my specialties are college prep/test taking II worked in the admissions office on campu...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)
Certified Tutor
Charles
I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best descr...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
Christopher
I am a rising sophomore at Harvard College and am about to declare as a Mechanical Engineering concentrator, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tut...
Harvard College
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
Michelle
I am proud to be a part of Varsity Tutors! I am originally from San Antonio, TX; I completed my undergraduate education at Rice University in Houston where I received a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology. Currently, I am in my second year of medical school at Baylor College of Medici...
Baylor College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, M.D.
Rice University
Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Certified Tutor
Liz
I am a graduate of Washington University in St Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received ...
Simmons College
Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor of Arts in History (minors in Humanities and Anthropology)
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Justin
I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Com...
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics
University of Chicago
Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Isabella
I am a graduate of MIT. I received my Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with minors in Management Science and Ancient and Medieval Studies. Since graduation, I have started my PhD at Georgia Tech in Operations Research. Throughout my career I have TA'd several math and computer science courses at t...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics (minors in Management Science and Ancient and Medieval Studies)
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
Current Grad Student, Operations Research
Certified Tutor
Asta
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago where I received my undergraduate degree in political science. Right after graduation, I worked as an academic and test prep tutor as well as admissions consultant in Hong Kong. For the past two years, I worked with a number of students to help prepare th...
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts in Political Science
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Ingrid
I am exploring my creativity by pursuing a double major in Asian Languages and Cultures with a focus in Korean, studying abroad in South Korea as a Benjamin A. Gilman Scholar, leading workshops that teach 3D printing and CAD for undergraduate students as the president of 3D4E, advocating for the fir...
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Sabira
I am currently attending Johns Hopkins University, pursuing a dual degree in Computer Science and Applied Math and Statistics. I love helping students and I love the feeling I get knowing that I was able to use my knowledge to make someone else happier. My favorite subject to teach is math because t...
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
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Frequently Asked Questions
The PRAXIS is a standardized assessment required by Ohio for teacher certification across multiple subject areas. Depending on your certification path, you may need to take content knowledge exams (like PRAXIS Subject Assessments), the PRAXIS Core Academic Skills for Educators (CASE), or both. Check with your teacher preparation program or the Ohio Department of Education to confirm which specific PRAXIS tests you need.
Many test-takers struggle with the reading comprehension and written response sections, which require both strong content knowledge and the ability to articulate ideas clearly under time pressure. Subject-specific exams often challenge students on deeper conceptual understanding rather than surface-level facts. Personalized tutoring helps you identify your specific weak areas and develop targeted strategies to address them, rather than reviewing material generically.
Most candidates benefit from 2-3 months of focused preparation, though this varies based on your content knowledge and test anxiety level. If you're juggling student teaching or coursework, starting earlier gives you flexibility to study consistently without cramming. Personalized instruction helps you maximize study efficiency by focusing on concepts you haven't mastered rather than reviewing material you already know.
In a classroom setting with 20+ students and an 18.8:1 average student-teacher ratio across Cleveland schools, teachers must move at one pace for everyone. Personalized tutoring adapts to your learning style, paces based on your understanding, and targets your specific knowledge gaps. A tutor can also help you develop test-taking strategies tailored to how you think, not just generic tips.
PRAXIS coverage depends on your certification subject—whether that's elementary education, secondary math, English language arts, science, social studies, or specialized areas. Tutors work with the official PRAXIS exam blueprints and content specifications to ensure you're studying exactly what will be tested. They also help you connect exam content to your actual teaching practice, making learning more meaningful and retention stronger.
Yes. Personalized tutoring is specifically designed to identify gaps in content knowledge and test-taking skills, then build targeted practice around those areas. Research on 1-on-1 instruction shows significant advantages over group learning for standardized test preparation. Most students see measurable score improvements when working with an expert tutor who understands both the exam format and your subject area deeply.
Your first session focuses on assessment and planning. A tutor will review your background, discuss which PRAXIS exams you're taking, and understand your strengths and concerns. They may administer a practice test or diagnostic to pinpoint exactly where to focus your efforts. This foundation helps create a personalized study plan that makes the most of your preparation time.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in PRAXIS preparation and your specific subject area. You can share your certification goals and exam timeline, and we'll match you with a tutor experienced in helping Cleveland-area teachers succeed. Reach out to discuss your needs and find the right fit for your preparation journey.
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