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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...

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Lipscomb University

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction

Harvard University

Bachelor of Science

Test Scores
SAT
1540
ACT
34
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

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Mati

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

Mati's background spans counseling, special education, and published writing — which means she's lived the content that shows up across multiple PRAXIS exams rather than just studying it for a test. She breaks down each section's question patterns and teaches targeted strategies for the selected-res...

Education

New York University

Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing

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...

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Ohio State

Masters in Education, English Education

Syracuse University

Bachelor of Science, Journalism

Test Scores
SAT
1470

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

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Mona

Master of Science, Epidemiology
Mona's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math
Elementary Statistics

Mona's own academic path — a pharmacy degree followed by a master's in epidemiology — means she's deeply familiar with the content knowledge tested across Praxis subtests in math, science, and reading. She breaks down each section's question style so candidates know exactly what the scoring rubrics ...

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Alexandria university

Master of Science, Epidemiology

Alexandria university

Bachelor of Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences

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

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

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Gabriela

Master's in Math Education
Gabriela's other Tutor Subjects
1st-5th Grade Math (in Spanish)
4th-5th Grade Math
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra

Gabriela has run PRAXIS Core boot camps covering all three sections — Math, Reading, and Writing — so she knows exactly where aspiring teachers tend to lose points. Her Master's in Math Education and classroom teaching background mean she isn't just prepping someone for a test; she's coaching a futu...

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University of California Los Angeles

Master's in Math Education

University of California Los Angeles

Bachelor in Arts, Sociology

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Kate

Bachelors, Music Education
Kate's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Finite Mathematics
Middle School Math
Calculus

Having gone through the teacher certification process herself with a degree in Music Education, Kate knows the PRAXIS inside out — from the Core Academic Skills tests in reading, writing, and math to the subject-specific content exams. She breaks down the constructed-response questions and teaches t...

Education

Lebanon Valley College

Bachelors, Music Education

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Emma

Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching
Emma's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Science

Studying for the Praxis while juggling coursework or a classroom placement is overwhelming, and Emma knows the experience firsthand — she cleared her Praxis exams on the way to earning her M.Ed. in elementary teaching. She breaks prep into manageable chunks across reading, writing, and math, identif...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching

Carnegie Mellon University

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Directing and Theatrical Production

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

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Alfrenesia

Masters in Education, Special Education
Alfrenesia's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
English Grammar and Syntax

I am persuasive and capable of developing rapport and trust, as well as experienced in influencing the attitudes and ideas of others.

Education

Cambridge College

Masters in Education, Special Education

Paine College

Bachelor in Arts, English

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

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Ayesha

Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Ayesha's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

Studying for the Praxis while also completing her own teaching program gives Ayesha a sharp, current perspective on what the exam actually tests — from reading and language arts pedagogy to mathematics content knowledge. She walks through each section's question logic and pinpoints the content gaps ...

Education

University of Missouri-Kansas City

Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching

Test Scores
ACT
31

Frequently Asked Questions

The PRAXIS exams are standardized tests required by many states for teacher certification and licensure. In Ohio, educators must pass content-specific PRAXIS exams to qualify for teaching credentials. There are different PRAXIS tests depending on your subject area—such as PRAXIS Elementary Education, PRAXIS Mathematics, PRAXIS English Language Arts, and many others—so the exam you take depends on what grade level and subject you plan to teach.

Ohio's passing scores vary by exam and subject. For example, PRAXIS Elementary Education typically requires a score around 157-160 out of 200, while content-specific exams have different thresholds. The Ohio Department of Education publishes official passing scores for each test. Varsity Tutors can help you understand your target score and develop a study plan to reach it, regardless of which PRAXIS exam you're taking.

Many candidates struggle with time management on test day, content gaps in their subject area, and the breadth of material covered across multiple PRAXIS exams. Additionally, balancing exam prep with teaching responsibilities or coursework can feel overwhelming. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction helps you focus on your specific weak areas rather than reviewing material you already know, making study time more efficient and targeted.

A tutor can identify exactly which content areas and question types are holding you back, then create a focused study plan around those gaps. You'll get real-time feedback on practice problems, learn test-taking strategies specific to PRAXIS format, and have someone to clarify confusing concepts immediately. This targeted approach typically leads to faster improvement than self-study, especially when you're balancing other responsibilities.

Your first session is a diagnostic and planning meeting. A tutor will discuss your target exam, review your background in that subject, understand your timeline, and assess which content areas need the most attention. You might take a practice section or discuss specific topics you find challenging. From there, the tutor will outline a personalized study strategy tailored to your goals and schedule.

Most students benefit from 4-8 weeks of consistent tutoring before their test date, though this depends on your starting point and how much you study between sessions. If you're already strong in your subject but need help with test strategy and time management, you might need fewer sessions. Varsity Tutors can work with your timeline—whether you're preparing months in advance or have an upcoming test date.

Yes. Whether you're preparing for PRAXIS Elementary Education, Mathematics, English Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, or a specialized content exam, Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have expertise in your specific subject and test format. This matters because each PRAXIS exam has unique content, question styles, and passing requirements.

Tutoring rates vary based on the tutor's expertise, your location in Toledo, and how many sessions you book. Varsity Tutors works with you to find tutoring that fits your budget—you can start with a few sessions to see if it's helpful, then adjust as needed. Contact Varsity Tutors to discuss pricing and get matched with a tutor for your specific PRAXIS exam.

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