Award-Winning PRAXIS Elementary School Tutors

America's #1 Tutoring Platform

Who needs tutoring?

FOXNBCCBSUS NewsTIMEUSA Today

TUTORS FROM

  • YaleUniversity
  • PrincetonUniversity
  • StanfordUniversity
  • CornellUniversity

Award-Winning PRAXIS Elementary School Tutors

Megan

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Megan

Masters in Education, Special Education
Megan's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

I am a graduate of Sewanee: University of the South. I received my Bachelor of Arts in English. I also have two master's degrees in education - a Master's of Education from Vanderbilt University in Special Education and a Master's of Arts in Educational Leadership from Lipscomb University. I have ov...

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

Ann

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Ann

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

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

Miakia

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Miakia

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

I am a Highly Motivated, Highly Accomplished Professional who is committed to the success of others. I excelled in the goals my family and I set for my self 17 years ago. Therefore, it is my desire to give back to others in the community/ to others in the world to assist them in accomplishing their ...

Education

Cambridge College

Masters in Education, Education

Christian Brothers University

Bachelor of Education, Education

Mona

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Mona

Master of Science, Epidemiology
Mona's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math
Elementary Statistics

I am a graduate of Faculty of Pharmacy. I received my Bachelor of Pharmaceutical sciences. Since graduation, I have traveled extensively, tutoring students for more than 13 years. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Science, Math and Arabic. I have reached bo...

Education

Alexandria university

Master of Science, Epidemiology

Alexandria university

Bachelor of Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences

Bryson

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Bryson

Master of Arts, Urban Education and Leadership
Bryson's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Competition Math
Middle School Math
Geometry

I am not tutoring, I enjoy running, listening to music, a game of tennis, or a good TV-binge session.

Education

Loyola Marymount University

Master of Arts, Urban Education and Leadership

New York University

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish

Test Scores
SAT
1490
Renae

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Renae

Master of Arts Teaching, Education
Renae's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ACT Writing
GED Reasoning Through Language Arts
Education

Temple University

Master of Arts Teaching, Education

Hampton University

Bachelor in Arts, Applied Psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1440
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

I am passionate about connecting with students as individuals to create a strong foundation for our learning experiences.

Education

Vanderbilt University

Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching

Carnegie Mellon University

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Directing and Theatrical Production

Mati

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Mati

Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
Mati's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Reading
PSAT Critical Reading

I am currently a high school counselor and the combination of all of my experience gives me a unique window into the world of education and college entrance. My experience, combined with my doctoral degree with a focus on learning disabilities, allows me a varied perspective while working with child...

Education

New York University

Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing

Erin

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Erin

Master of Science, Arts and Entertainment Management
Erin's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math
PSAT Writing Skills

I am ready to tackle whatever challenge is thrown my way, and I am willing to go the extra mile to achieve excellence.

Education

Shenandoah University

Master of Science, Arts and Entertainment Management

Shenandoah University

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama and Dance Teacher Education

Charles

Certified Tutor

Charles

Bachelors, Aerospace Engineering
Charles's other Tutor Subjects
Aerospace Engineering
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4

I'm a senior at the University of Oklahoma majoring in Aerospace Engineering. I have substantial experience in tutoring at the collage level and I am always glad to develop other students and learn in the process. A lot of students believe school is hard which is partly due to the over emphasis of g...

Education

University of Oklahoma Norman Campus

Bachelors, Aerospace Engineering

Meet Our Expert Tutors

Connect with highly-rated educators ready to help you succeed.

David

Art Tutor • +22 Subjects

I am an experienced English tutor with prior studies in Film and Acting.I have a Bachelors of Arts in Film and Acting. I love to help students in the subjects of English, Film, and Acting.I have a Substitute Teaching License in the state of Nevada in all subjects.I also have a TEFL certificate which I have been using for two years.My teaching methods involve many different kinds of activities such as games to keep you engaged and interested. This will help students remember and retain the information from the subjects we cover.

View Profile

Emily

Elementary School Math Tutor • +5 Subjects

I am a 1st Grade teacher in Brooklyn, NY and also have several years experience tutoring. I love helping my students build their confidence and find new strategies to tackle challenging academic material.I believe that students can greatly benefit from the addition of one-one tutoring both academically and personally.I am very familiar with K-2 Common Core State Standards for math and am able to teach to these standards in a variety of instructional ways.I have experience teaching reading from beginning phonics/pre-reading through 4th and 5th grade reading levels. I am experienced in all areas of reading instruction, including phonics, comprehension, and fluency.I teach a variety of phonics curriculum including Open Court and Reading Mastery. I am able to teach phonics to new readers to target any phonics-based reading difficulties.Please contact me with any questions or to schedule a lesson. I am available during select weeknights and on the weekends.

View Profile

Akshay

C++ Tutor • +11 Subjects

Maters student studying in University Of Arizona in the field of Electrical and Computer Engineering with a passion towards teaching!!!I have had the experience of teaching to high school students. I am pretty good with subjects like math and i would like to tutor students in the same.I like to play football and play mind games like chess .

View Profile

Dominique

AP English Language and Composition Tutor • +10 Subjects

I recently just received my Bachelor of Arts in English from Howard University. I have over 6 years of literacy tutoring experience, over 5 years of essay writing tutoring, and 2 years of teaching experience with middle and high school level Language Arts and English.In August, I will begin my career as a 7th and 8th grade English Teacher at Excellence Boys Middle Academy in Brooklyn, New York. I love one on one tutoring with English, as I believe it truly helps the child to critically think and grasp an understanding of English literature analysis.

View Profile

Jeremy

EIT - Engineer in Training Tutor • +3 Subjects

Jeremy is the Owner and CTO of Interactive Engineering, Inc. His firm practices in the areas of Forensic and Structural Engineering. Jeremy started his professional life in 2007 working as an enlisted member of the United States Air Force. In this role Jeremy had the opportunity to work as a member of Security Forces, a role in which he would gain the disciplines required to succeed in his future endeavors. After 8 years and 2 war time deployments, Jeremy left the USAF and began his pursuit to become an engineer.Jeremy attended Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University from January 2014 to December 2017, during which time he completed both his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Mechanical Engineering with a 4.0 GPA. After graduating, Jeremy worked as a design engineer for Northrop Grumman from January 2018 thru June 2021. During this time, Jeremy was promoted to Principal Engineer and received several recognitions for Mentorship and Leadership. In March of 2021 Jeremy obtained his license as a Professional Engineer and in June 2021 started the firm, where he works and practices engineering today.Jeremy is hardworking, dedicated, driven individual. He has a passion for continued learning and enjoys helping others in their learning journey. Jeremy has an insightful way of looking at complex topics, that allow one to grasp the practical uses of subjects like Statics, Dynamics, Mathematics, and engineering topics. It is Jeremy's goal to help the next generation of learns be so engaged and excited about these fundamental topics that they lead to the next generation of discoveries that will help us all move forward and become better people.

View Profile

Olivia

College English Tutor • +24 Subjects

I'm a young New York City-based professional, and am originally from the Tri-State area. I earned my master's degree this past September in London, and my undergraduate BFA degree in Boston. I work in the arts here in New York, and have always let my love of literature and history inform the work I do. I have experience both tutoring and directing children and young adults - not just in things like homework help and the like, but in learning how to play the violin and in performing as a part of a musical. As you can imagine, my work experience is just as varied as this tutoring experience!I'm excited to put my multi-discliplinary work and education experience to good use as a part of Varsity Tutors for this reason. My life as a student has brought me to the realization that finding out what sort of learner you are makes all the difference. A focus on building your learning toolkit makes you stronger than simply amassing answers to questions ever will. I'm here to help young adults find the personal and unique tools they can use to be lifelong learners, no matter what the circumstance.

View Profile

Stephanie

Elementary School Tutor • +14 Subjects

Since graduation from Brevard College with a BA in Music and being certified in elementary and special education, I have worked with students at a community theater, tutored, and been a teacher and substitute teacher in private and public school settings. I enjoy watching my students thrive using different strategies especially using art, games, and hands-on approaches. When I'm not teaching, I enjoy crafting, baking and going to the beach/exploring.

View Profile

Mary

College English Tutor • +7 Subjects

As a tutor, I desire to give students confidence in their effort and abilities. My goal is to provide tools, support and guidance while working toward independent learning and success. I emphasize speaking and conversing in Spanish so that students can learn to apply the language beyond the textbook. I have taught ELL one-on-one in community settings for 3 years to adolescents and adults. I also spent 7 weeks in Kojima, Japan teaching English to students ranging from Pre-K to Adults. I have an excellent record in Spanish, earning high marks in all Spanish courses taken. I have also traveled in Bolivia and Mexico, advancing my use of the language.

View Profile

Andrea

Algebra Tutor • +12 Subjects

As a certified teacher of mathematics (grades K-12) who is currently teaching grades 9-12, I am looking forward to work with individual students who are looking to improve in their mathematical ability. Tutoring was the spark that lit my passion for teaching, while tutoring at a community college I discovered my passion for education and mathematics. At the community college I was fortunate enough to have tutored students of all ages. I have tutored in topics ranging from basic math skills through calculus 2. In addition to my experience with high school and college aged students I have also have had the opportunity to work with elementary and middle school students while working at a summer camp. I enjoy tutoring students one on one and in small group sessions. I look forward to working with you as you strive to improve your ability in mathematics.

View Profile

Niraj

AP Chemistry Tutor • +19 Subjects

I firmly believe in the concept that students learn best about science by doing. For high school students, learning may be start through group discussion in class, assignments, or laboratory exercises. For graduate classes, the learning comes from doing experimental demonstration in classroom or lab. Research is core soul of science. During teaching, my aim to convey my message to undergraduates and all graduate students, choose science (research) for their future careers, science not only brings progress in life also significantly contribute in progress of nation and that possible by today's students and tomorrow's scientists.

View Profile

Frequently Asked Questions

The PRAXIS Elementary School exam (5018) assesses your knowledge of foundational subjects you'll teach, including reading and language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. The test is designed to verify you have the content knowledge needed to effectively instruct elementary-level students across these core areas.

Beyond content knowledge, the exam evaluates your understanding of pedagogical approaches, student development, and classroom management strategies. Success requires not just knowing the material, but understanding how to teach it to diverse learners in grades K-6.

Most test-takers find the mathematics and science sections particularly challenging, especially questions involving problem-solving strategies, data interpretation, and applied concepts rather than basic definitions. The reading and language arts section often trips up candidates unfamiliar with literacy instruction methods and assessment techniques.

Another common challenge is time management—the exam covers broad content across multiple subjects, so many candidates struggle to balance depth of preparation with breadth. Personalized tutoring helps you identify your specific weak areas and develop targeted strategies rather than spending equal time on every topic.

A tutor can diagnose exactly where your knowledge gaps are—whether that's fraction concepts in math, scientific reasoning, or grammar instruction methods—rather than having you study everything equally. They adapt explanations to your learning style and focus your study time on what will actually move your score forward.

Tutors also provide test-specific strategies, help you practice with authentic exam questions and timing, and give you immediate feedback on your reasoning. This targeted approach typically leads to faster improvement than generic study guides, since you're not wasting time on material you already know well.

PRAXIS Elementary School uses a scale of 100-200, with passing scores varying by state (typically 155-160, though some states require higher). Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who understand these state-specific requirements and can tailor preparation accordingly.

A tutor helps you identify realistic target scores based on your starting point, then builds a focused study plan around high-impact content areas. They'll help you understand not just what the right answers are, but why they're correct—the depth of understanding that translates to test success.

The best tutors have strong content knowledge across all tested subjects and, ideally, experience teaching elementary students or preparing others for teaching certification. They understand how to break down complex concepts into digestible pieces and can explain the same idea in multiple ways if your first understanding doesn't stick.

Equally important is their ability to teach like a teacher—not just answer questions, but model good explanations and help you develop strategies for tackling unfamiliar problems on test day. They should also be familiar with the specific PRAXIS format, common misconceptions test-takers have, and how to manage test anxiety during high-stakes preparation.

Preparation timelines vary based on your starting content knowledge and target score, but many candidates benefit from 8-12 weeks of focused study with regular tutoring sessions. If you're teaching in one subject area already, you may need less time; if you're starting from limited content background, more preparation may be beneficial.

Your tutor will help you create a realistic timeline based on a diagnostic assessment of your knowledge. Even intensive preparation requires time for material to stick, so planning ahead rather than cramming closer to your test date leads to stronger performance.

Rather than studying each subject equally, focus on the exam's weighting: reading and language arts comprises roughly 40% of the test, mathematics about 25%, science about 20%, and social studies about 15%. A tutor helps you allocate study time strategically to match this distribution while still maintaining baseline competency across all areas.

They'll also teach you efficient ways to connect concepts across subjects—for example, understanding how to teach comparison and contrast in reading connects to analyzing scientific data or historical sources. This integrated approach deepens your understanding while covering more ground efficiently.

Connect with PRAXIS Elementary School Tutors

Get matched with expert tutors in your subject