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4+ years
Megan
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...
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
5+ years
Miakia
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...
Cambridge College
Masters in Education, Education
Christian Brothers University
Bachelor of Education, Education
Certified Tutor
4+ years
Gabriela
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, ...
University of California Los Angeles
Master's in Math Education
University of California Los Angeles
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Certified Tutor
4+ years
Emma
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...
Vanderbilt University
Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching
Carnegie Mellon University
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Directing and Theatrical Production
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Andrew
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...
Yale University
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Certified Tutor
2+ years
Ann
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...
Harvard University
EDU
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
EDU
Pepperdine University
EDU
University of California-Riverside
EDU
Certified Tutor
2+ years
I have been tutoring for over 12 years. I have worked with many different students in many different subjects. I've worked as a classroom teacher and instructional content creator, as well. My favorite part of tutoring is knowing that I am making a real difference for my students. I am looking for...
George Mason University
MRE
University of Mary Washington
MRE
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Sabrina
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...
The University of Alabama
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Certified Tutor
2+ years
Alicia
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...
Columbia University
Master's/Graduate
University of Saint Joseph
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Joanne
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...
Lesley University
Master's/Graduate
Geneva College
Bachelor's
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Frequently Asked Questions
The PRAXIS Core Writing exam is a standardized test required for teacher certification in Wisconsin and many other states. It assesses your ability to write clearly and effectively, covering grammar, usage, mechanics, and essay composition. If you're pursuing a teaching degree or credential in Wisconsin, you'll need to pass this exam as part of your certification requirements.
The exam consists of two main sections: a 40-question multiple-choice section covering grammar, sentence structure, and writing mechanics, and an essay-writing portion where you'll compose a 30-minute response to a prompt. The multiple-choice questions test your understanding of standard English conventions, while the essay evaluates your ability to organize ideas, develop arguments, and write coherently.
Many test-takers struggle with time management during the essay section, organizing complex ideas under pressure, and identifying subtle grammar errors in the multiple-choice portion. Additionally, developing a clear thesis and supporting it with relevant evidence—skills essential for the essay—often requires targeted practice and personalized feedback to improve.
Expert tutors can provide detailed feedback on your essay drafts, identify specific grammar patterns you struggle with, and teach you strategies for organizing arguments quickly under test conditions. Personalized instruction focuses on your unique weak areas rather than generic test prep, helping you build confidence in both the multiple-choice and essay sections.
A strong essay starts with a clear thesis statement that directly addresses the prompt, followed by well-organized body paragraphs with specific examples and logical reasoning. Tutors can help you develop a writing process that includes planning (even briefly), drafting, and revision strategies you can execute within the 30-minute time limit, plus techniques for proofreading under pressure.
Both are equally important—the exam weighs the multiple-choice grammar section and the essay portion equally. Rather than treating them separately, personalized tutoring helps you understand how grammar serves effective writing, so you're not just memorizing rules but applying them to strengthen your arguments and clarity. This integrated approach typically leads to stronger overall performance.
Your first session will typically include a diagnostic assessment—either a practice essay or sample multiple-choice questions—to identify your strengths and specific areas for improvement. This helps your tutor create a personalized study plan focused on your needs, whether that's strengthening thesis development, mastering particular grammar concepts, or building test-day confidence.
Most students benefit from 4-8 weeks of consistent tutoring sessions, depending on their starting level and target timeline. With personalized instruction focusing on your specific weaknesses, you'll likely see measurable improvement in both essay quality and multiple-choice accuracy within this timeframe, though the exact timeline depends on how frequently you meet and practice between sessions.
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