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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
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
AM

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
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
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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Frequently Asked Questions
PRAXIS Core Writing is a standardized test required for teacher certification in Florida and many other states. It assesses your ability to write clearly and effectively, including grammar, organization, and essay composition. For students in Orlando preparing for education careers, passing this exam is a critical step toward becoming a certified teacher.
The test has two main sections: a multiple-choice portion covering grammar, usage, and rhetoric (40 questions), and a written essay section where you compose two essays demonstrating your ability to organize ideas and support arguments. You'll need to demonstrate strong thesis development, logical organization, and clear writing mechanics under timed conditions.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who provide personalized feedback on your writing, helping you strengthen essay structure, thesis statements, and argumentation. Tutors work with you on both the grammar fundamentals tested in the multiple-choice section and the essay composition skills needed for the written portion, tailoring instruction to your specific weaknesses.
Many students struggle with organizing their thoughts quickly under timed conditions, developing strong thesis statements, or recognizing subtle grammar and usage errors. Others find it difficult to balance essay content with proper mechanics, or they second-guess their writing voice when trying to maintain formal academic tone. Personalized tutoring helps you identify and overcome your specific obstacles.
Your first session typically includes a diagnostic assessment where your tutor reviews your current writing skills, takes a practice test section, and identifies your strongest and weakest areas. From there, your tutor creates a personalized study plan focused on the skills that will have the biggest impact on your score, whether that's grammar mechanics, essay organization, or time management strategies.
The timeline depends on your starting point and target score, but most students benefit from 8-12 weeks of regular tutoring sessions. Some students need focused help on specific skills and see improvement in 4-6 weeks, while others benefit from longer-term support to build confidence and refine their writing voice. Your tutor will discuss a realistic timeline based on your goals.
Expert tutors who work with Varsity Tutors have strong backgrounds in writing instruction, English education, or teacher preparation. Many have passed PRAXIS Core Writing themselves or have extensive experience helping students master test content, essay composition, and grammar skills. Varsity Tutors matches you with a tutor whose expertise aligns with your specific needs.
Yes—personalized essay feedback is a core part of PRAXIS Core Writing tutoring. Your tutor reviews your practice essays, provides detailed comments on thesis clarity, organization, argumentation, and mechanics, and helps you revise and strengthen your writing. This targeted feedback accelerates your improvement much faster than studying alone.
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