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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

Megan

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Megan

Masters in Education, Special Education
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

Vanderbilt University

Masters in Education, Special Education

Lipscomb University

Master of Arts, Educational Administration

Sewanee: The University of the South

Bachelor in Arts, English

Peter

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...

Education

Ohio State

Masters in Education, English Education

Syracuse University

Bachelor of Science, Journalism

Test Scores
SAT
1470
Ann

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Ann

Masters in Education, Education
Ann's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Science
SSAT- Elementary Level

The Praxis exams cover a wide swath of content and pedagogical knowledge, which can feel overwhelming for test-takers who haven't been in a classroom yet. Ann earned National Board Certification and a doctorate in educational supervision, so she knows both the teaching standards being tested and the...

Education

University of California Los Angeles

Masters in Education, Education

University of California-Riverside

Bachelor in Arts, Human Development and Family Studies

Harvard University

Doctor of Education, Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision

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...

Education

Lipscomb University

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction

Harvard University

Bachelor of Science

Test Scores
SAT
1540
ACT
34
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

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
Robin

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

Ryan

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Ryan

Bachelor in Arts, History Teacher Education
Ryan's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Subject Test in World History
College Essays

Ryan passed the Praxis II and the EdTPA proficiency exam on his first attempts while completing his history education degree, so he knows exactly how the test is structured and where candidates lose points. He breaks down the content knowledge and constructed-response sections into manageable prep b...

Education

The College of New Jersey

Bachelor in Arts, History Teacher Education

Test Scores
SAT
1380
Blair

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

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The PRAXIS is a standardized teacher certification exam required by most states, including Texas, before you can earn your teaching license. Depending on your certification area, you'll take one or more PRAXIS tests covering content knowledge and pedagogical skills. Passing these exams demonstrates you're prepared to teach your subject effectively in Texas classrooms.

Personalized tutoring identifies your specific weak areas—whether that's content gaps, test-taking strategy, or time management—rather than having you study everything equally. A tutor can create a targeted study plan, explain difficult concepts in ways that click for you, and provide practice with immediate feedback, which research shows significantly accelerates learning compared to solo study.

Your first session focuses on assessment and planning. A tutor will review your background, discuss your target PRAXIS exam(s), identify content areas where you need the most support, and learn your learning style. Together, you'll establish clear goals and create a personalized study roadmap tailored to your timeline and certification area.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors across all major PRAXIS certification areas, including elementary education, secondary content subjects (math, science, English language arts, social studies), special education, and more. Whether you need help with content knowledge, pedagogical practice, or both, tutors can support your specific certification path.

Most candidates benefit from 8-12 weeks of preparation, though this varies based on your baseline knowledge, the specific exam(s), and how frequently you meet with a tutor. Some students need 4-6 weeks of intensive work if they have strong foundational knowledge, while others benefit from a longer timeline to build confidence and mastery in weaker areas.

Yes, Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors for PRAXIS preparation in El Paso. With 13 school districts and hundreds of schools across the area, many aspiring teachers in El Paso are preparing for certification—and personalized instruction can help you stand out and pass on your first attempt.

Passing scores vary by exam and state—Texas typically requires scores between 156-220 depending on your certification area. Tutoring helps by strengthening your content knowledge, teaching test-specific strategies, and building your confidence, which together lead to measurable score improvements. Many students see gains of 20-40 points or more with focused, personalized preparation.

Simply tell Varsity Tutors your certification area, target exam, and availability, and you'll be matched with a tutor who has expertise in that specific PRAXIS test. You can then discuss your goals, schedule, and learning needs to ensure a great fit before you begin.

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