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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 Core Writing exam trips up many test-takers on the argumentative essay and the source-based essay, where scoring depends on structure and evidence use — not just clean prose. Megan's English degree from Sewanee and her years teaching writing across grade levels mean she can break down exa...

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

Miakia

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Miakia

Masters in Education, Education
Miakia's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

The PRAXIS Core Writing exam tests two distinct skills: spotting grammatical and structural errors in other people's writing, and producing a clear argumentative essay under time pressure. Miakia drills both by walking through real question types — sentence correction, revision-in-context, and sourc...

Education

Cambridge College

Masters in Education, Education

Christian Brothers University

Bachelor of Education, Education

Gabriela

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

The PRAXIS Core Writing section tests two distinct skills: spotting grammatical errors in existing text and producing a coherent argumentative essay under a tight deadline. Gabriela's boot camp experience with this exam means she can pinpoint whether a student's weak spot is subject-verb agreement, ...

Education

University of California Los Angeles

Master's in Math Education

University of California Los Angeles

Bachelor in Arts, Sociology

Emma

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Emma

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

Between the selected-response grammar questions and the argumentative essay, the Praxis Core Writing exam tests two very different skill sets — and Emma covers both. She drills the grammar and usage rules that show up most frequently, from subject-verb agreement to parallel structure, while also tea...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching

Carnegie Mellon University

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Directing and Theatrical Production

Andrew

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Andrew

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

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

I am passionate about helping students of all ages learn challenging content. I am a National Board Certified teacher with more than 20 years of state certified classroom teaching experience. I have expertise working with elementary students as well as supporting the professional growth of aspirin...

Education

Harvard University

EDU

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

EDU

Pepperdine University

EDU

University of California-Riverside

EDU

Sabrina

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Sabrina

AM
Sabrina's other Tutor Subjects
ACCUPLACER Sentence Skills
ACCUPLACER
English Grammar and Syntax
Literature

I have over 9 years of experience tutoring students preparing for teacher certification exams and hold degrees in English and Education, as well as a technical writing certification. I enjoy helping students strengthen their reading comprehension so they can break down test questions and avoid commo...

Education

The University of Alabama

AM

Alicia

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Alicia

Master's/Graduate
Alicia's other Tutor Subjects
10th Grade AP Microeconomics
Pre-Algebra
Statistics
Middle School Math

Strong argumentative writing is the backbone of the PRAXIS Core Writing exam, and Alicia has spent years teaching essay structure, source-based reasoning, and grammar conventions across multiple levels — from middle school writing through graduate-level dissertations. She walks through each question...

Education

Columbia University

Master's/Graduate

University of Saint Joseph

Bachelor's

Joanne

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Joanne

Master's/Graduate
Joanne's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Math
Middle School Science
Elementary School Science
AP English Language and Composition

Earned a Ph.D. in K12 Education, a Master's in Curriculum and Instruction, and a Bachelor's in Elementary Education. National Board Certified with over 20 years of experience teaching students from PreK through 12th grade, as well as adult learners. Experienced in both virtual and in-person instruct...

Education

Lesley University

Master's/Graduate

Geneva College

Bachelor's

Jessica

Certified Tutor

Jessica

PHD, Medicine
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Honors Chemistry

I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...

Education

Nova Southeastern University

PHD, Medicine

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, History

University of Pennsylvania

undergraduate

Test Scores
SAT
1540

Frequently Asked Questions

The PRAXIS Core Writing exam is a standardized test required for teacher certification in South Carolina and many other states. It assesses your ability to write clearly and effectively, including grammar, organization, and essay composition. Passing this exam is a critical step toward becoming a certified educator in Columbia's school districts.

The PRAXIS Core Writing exam includes two main sections: a multiple-choice section testing grammar, usage, and rhetorical skills, and a written essay section where you'll compose a response to a prompt. You'll have approximately 90 minutes total to complete both sections. The essay portion requires you to develop a clear thesis, support it with evidence, and demonstrate strong organizational and writing skills.

Many students struggle with time management during the essay portion, organization of ideas under pressure, and distinguishing between grammar rules and stylistic choices. Others find it difficult to develop a strong thesis quickly or to revise their writing effectively within the time constraints. Personalized tutoring can help you build strategies for each of these challenges through targeted practice and feedback.

A tutor can work with you one-on-one to break down essay organization, teach you frameworks for developing a compelling thesis, and provide detailed feedback on your practice essays. Through personalized instruction, you'll learn how to structure arguments logically, support claims with evidence, and revise your work for clarity and impact—skills that directly transfer to the PRAXIS Core Writing exam.

Grammar mistakes violate established rules (subject-verb agreement, comma splices, misplaced modifiers), while stylistic choices involve how you express ideas effectively (word choice, sentence variety, tone). The PRAXIS Core Writing exam tests both, but understanding this distinction helps you prioritize corrections. Tutors can help you identify which issues are rule-based errors versus opportunities to strengthen your voice and clarity.

Your first session typically includes an assessment of your current writing skills, often through a practice essay or diagnostic test. The tutor will identify your strengths and areas for improvement—whether that's grammar, organization, time management, or thesis development—and create a personalized study plan tailored to your needs. This foundation ensures your tutoring focuses on the skills that will have the biggest impact on your exam performance.

Most students benefit from 4-12 weeks of consistent preparation, depending on their starting level and target score. With personalized tutoring, you can accelerate progress by focusing specifically on your weak areas rather than generic test prep. Regular practice combined with expert feedback on your writing helps you build confidence and refine your skills efficiently before test day.

Look for tutors with strong writing backgrounds, teaching experience or certification knowledge, and familiarity with the PRAXIS Core exam format. Ideally, they should have experience helping students improve essay organization, grammar, and time management under test conditions. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors in Columbia who understand both the exam requirements and effective writing instruction strategies.

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