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4+ years
Megan
Most Praxis Core Reading questions aren't really about comprehension — they test whether you can identify an author's argument structure, distinguish main ideas from supporting details, and evaluate the strength of evidence in a passage. Megan earned her B.A. in English at Sewanee and holds a specia...
Vanderbilt University
Masters in Education, Special Education
Lipscomb University
Master of Arts, Educational Administration
Sewanee: The University of the South
Bachelor in Arts, English
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Miakia
After earning both a Bachelor's and Master's in Education, Miakia sat for the Praxis exams herself — so she knows firsthand which reading question types trip up future teachers, from paired-passage synthesis to those tricky "author's purpose versus tone" distinctions. She teaches a deliberate annota...
Cambridge College
Masters in Education, Education
Christian Brothers University
Bachelor of Education, Education
Certified Tutor
4+ years
Gabriela
Gabriela ran Praxis Core boot camps for aspiring teachers, so she's seen exactly where candidates lose points on the Reading section — usually on inference questions and paired-passage synthesis where the wrong answers are designed to look almost right. Her Master's in Math Education means she passe...
University of California Los Angeles
Master's in Math Education
University of California Los Angeles
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Certified Tutor
4+ years
Emma
Having earned a Masters in Education with an elementary teaching focus, Emma knows exactly what the Praxis Core Reading section demands — distinguishing main ideas from supporting details, evaluating arguments, and synthesizing information across paired passages. She breaks down each question type s...
Vanderbilt University
Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching
Carnegie Mellon University
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Directing and Theatrical Production
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Alicia
The PRAXIS Core Reading exam tests the same close-reading and inference skills Alicia has been teaching across grade levels for years. She tackles the trickiest question types — author's purpose, logical reasoning within a passage, and evaluating arguments — by showing test-takers how to identify wh...
Columbia University
Master's/Graduate
University of Saint Joseph
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
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...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
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Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
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Frequently Asked Questions
The PRAXIS Core Reading exam is one of three PRAXIS Core tests required for teacher certification in Texas. It assesses reading comprehension, vocabulary, and the ability to analyze written passages—skills essential for effective teaching. If you're pursuing teacher certification in Texas, you'll need to pass this exam as part of your pathway to the classroom.
Many test-takers struggle with time management, as the exam requires quick comprehension of dense academic passages. Others find it difficult to distinguish between main ideas and supporting details, or to make inferences from complex texts. Personalized tutoring helps you develop targeted strategies for each passage type and build confidence in your reading analysis skills.
The exam contains approximately 40 questions focused on reading comprehension, including passages from literature, social studies, science, and business topics. You'll need to answer questions about main ideas, supporting details, vocabulary in context, and author's purpose within a 85-minute timeframe. Understanding the question types and practicing with authentic test materials is key to performing well.
Expert tutors work with you to identify your specific reading comprehension gaps, whether that's vocabulary, inference skills, or time management. Through personalized 1-on-1 instruction, you'll practice with real exam passages, learn strategic reading techniques, and receive detailed feedback on your approach. This targeted preparation helps you build both skills and test-day confidence.
Most test-takers benefit from 4-8 weeks of focused preparation, depending on their starting reading level and test date. If you're balancing other PRAXIS Core exams or coursework, tutoring can help you study more efficiently by targeting your weak areas rather than reviewing material you've already mastered. Your tutor can create a personalized study plan based on your timeline and goals.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors in Austin who specialize in PRAXIS Core Reading preparation. During your first session, your tutor will assess your current reading skills, understand your test timeline, and develop a customized study plan. You'll work together on the specific strategies and practice that will help you reach your target score.
Your tutor will start by understanding your background, test date, and any specific reading challenges you're facing. You'll likely take a diagnostic assessment or work through a sample passage together to identify your strengths and areas for growth. This foundation helps your tutor create a focused plan for the weeks ahead.
Texas requires a minimum score of 156 on the PRAXIS Core Reading exam for teacher certification. The exam is scored on a scale of 100-200, so understanding what that target score means for your performance helps you and your tutor set realistic goals. Your tutor can help you develop strategies to reach or exceed that benchmark.
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