If you're looking for assistance before taking your Praxis tests, a Virginia Beach Praxis course can be a big help toward helping you maximize your chances at earning a top score, and Varsity Tutors offers excellent live, online Praxis courses. While passing the Praxis is just one of the options to earn your teaching certification in Virginia, taking the exam can make it easier for you to go from Old Dominion University to landing a teaching job in nearby Maryland or North Carolina, both of which use the Praxis as an accepted test for their teachers to earn certification.
Even if your goal is to go from Norfolk State University to become a teacher at a Virginia Beach city school, such as Bayside or Ocean Lakes High Schools, taking the Praxis can be a great way to earn your certification and not have to worry about taking another testing option. When you take the Praxis test, you'll be evaluated on certain academic skills and subject-specific knowledge that you'll need in order to effectively teach a class. If you're worried about your test-taking skills, a Virginia Beach Praxis class can make a big difference in helping you shake off those jitters and show that you know your subject well enough to pass on your knowledge to students.
Why should I consider taking a Virginia Beach Praxis prep course?
Taking a course on the Praxis is all about preparation for the day of the test when you get to show that you understand the material and can effectively teach it. With so much that could possibly come up on the reading, writing, and mathematics assessments, it can seem overwhelming to think about studying all of it and remembering what you need to know for the test.
That's where preparation comes in handy. In the classroom, most teachers will go over important points multiple times with their students to emphasize that what they're discussing is something that they'll need to know in order to have success when it matters most. By taking the time to practice those skills in the classroom as they're being taught, a student is more likely to recall the information when it's time for the test and he or she needs to show mastery of the material.
Taking a Virginia Beach Praxis course is based on the same idea. During your course, you'll be able to develop your test-taking skills and maybe try a few practice tests to see what topics are your strongest and where you need to improve. By working on your weaknesses in a situation that allows you to make a few mistakes with no penalty, you could maximize your chances of being as prepared as possible when it's time to take your test.
What skills can I improve in a Virginia Beach Praxis class?
Whether you're taking a Principles of Learning and Teaching exam or a subject-specific test, a class can go a long way toward helping you become comfortable with the test. Depending on your test, you'll be sitting for somewhere between one and four hours, and it's important for you to be able to process information quickly and craft it into an argument for your exam's constructed response questions.
Fortunately, during your class, you'll be working in a collaborative setting with other students who can provide multiple perspectives on the content you're covering during your class discussions. When you get several different perspectives on the same information, everyone may be able to benefit and put what they've learned from each other to good use, and the best part is that you'll be able to attain that information from the comfort of your home because every course is conducted online. Plus, each course is led by a qualified instructor who understands the test and how to get a good score on it, giving you multiple avenues to improve your chances of getting the score that you desire.
How can I get started with a Virginia Beach Praxis course?
If you're ready to start focusing on what you need to do to earn your best possible score on the Praxis, Varsity Tutors can help. Our team of educational consultants can help you find a course that works with your schedule and allows you to dedicate the necessary time to studying and getting yourself ready to take the exam. All you have to do is find a place where you're comfortable studying and log in to your course.
If you're hoping to get that extra edge on the Praxis, don't try to do it on your own. Contact us to get started with a Virginia Beach Praxis class and start pushing yourself toward realizing your potential on the test!

Amy: Virginia Beach PRAXIS course instructor
I am a recent graduate of Radford University. I majored in Interdisciplinary Studies with a license to teach Pre-K to 6th grade. I have experience tutoring and teaching many different ages. I concentrated in math and Spanish during my time at Radford. I love to work with all ages and help those that need help learning a concept or many.
Education & Certification
- Radford University - Bachelor of Science, Education
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- Elementary School Reading
- Other
- Test Prep
- +25 subjects

Rebekah: Virginia Beach PRAXIS course instructor
...Human Services. I Spent three years in a Graduate Counseling program during which I maintained a 3.89 gpa. I am currently working on my Masters in Fine Arts and will graduate in May 2019. I currently have a 4.0 gpa. I have three short stories published. I currently work as an editor for a small editing company called Rothwell Affordable Editing Services. I am a fiction editor at the Marathon Literary Magazine at Arcadia University.
Education & Certification
- Old Dominion University - Bachelor of Science, Human Services
- Arcadia University - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- Middle School
- ACT Reading
- Other
- +136 subjects

Theran: Virginia Beach PRAXIS course instructor
I am a former public school teacher who holds passion for learning and service. I believe my natural disposition for motivating others combined with my extensive experience in education will make me a valuable tutor for your student.
Education & Certification
- Old Dominion University - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
- Old Dominion University - Master of Science, Education
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- Social Studies
- TOEFL
- Middle School Reading
- +74 subjects

Joela: Virginia Beach PRAXIS course instructor
...the other in Instruction & Curriculum. As part of my Instruction and Curriculum Degree, I have designed and implemented lesson plans in courses for secondary and collegiate levels, modifying them as needed. Overall, my almost 250 classroom hours in three districts between Windham and Hartford County have primed me to effectively present new and dense information to a variety of audiences. I also have experience educating students who have learning disabilities and require accommodations as...
Education & Certification
- University of Connecticut - Bachelor of Education, Curriculum and Instruction
- University of Connecticut - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- Ecology
- Learning Differences
- Social Sciences
- +96 subjects

Matthew: Virginia Beach PRAXIS course instructor
Hello! I'm a prospective grad student looking to earn a little extra cash. I love animals and the arts. I am one of the best electric guitar players in the world right now. I am qualified to teach a variety of subjects and I look forward to working with you towards achieving your goals!
Education & Certification
- Virginia Commonwealth University - Masters, Education
- Virginia Commonwealth University - Bachelors, Economics
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- AP Statistics
- High School Level American History
- Calculus 2
- +107 subjects
Education & Certification
- Durham University UK - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
- University of East Anglia - Doctor of Philosophy, Organic Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- GMAT Quantitative
- GRE Subject Tests
- ACCUPLACER Elementary Algebra
- +86 subjects

Heather: Virginia Beach PRAXIS course instructor
...of Education at Regent University. I am a graduate of Liberty University with a Master's in Human Service Counseling, Adult and Child Development. An undergraduate in Early Childhood Education. I am also trained in Orton Gillingham's approach, the Wilson Reading program for dyslexic and reading deficiencies. I am trained to administer informed assessments to gather data for initial and ending growth for students. The data is helpful for planning and IEP support. Methods: The most...
Education & Certification
- Liberty University - Bachelor of Science, Early Childhood Education
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- Pre-Reading Super Skills Class
- English
- Reading Comprehension Class
- +31 subjects

Sarah: Virginia Beach PRAXIS course instructor
...earn a M.S. in Education with a focus on teaching children with special needs. I have worked for over 20 years in education as a public school teacher, homeschool educator, and private tutor. I have a current teaching license in Virginia. While I tutor in various subjects, my favorite subjects to tutor are reading, history, and math. Reading and math are foundational subjects to academic success. It has been my experience that as students improve...
Education & Certification
- Old Dominion University - Masters in Education, Education
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- Test Prep
- ACT
- Special Education
- +27 subjects

Shania: Virginia Beach PRAXIS course instructor
Passionate tutor with a knack for simplifying complex concepts! Master of Science (M.S.) in Computational and Applied Mathematics Specializing in Math Education, General Math, Mathematics of Data Science! Expertise in R, Python, and C++ Skilled in math modeling, data visualization, and machine learning Dedicated to helping students excel in STEM subjects Common subjects I tutor: -Algebra (HS &College) -Calculus (AB,1&2) -Geometry -Ask me about other topics in math :) -Some Computer Science -Some Data Science Let's unlock your academic potential together!
Education & Certification
- Old Dominion University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
- Old Dominion University - Master of Science, Computational Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- Geometry
- Pre-Calculus
- College Math
- +29 subjects

Tyler: Virginia Beach PRAXIS course instructor
...working to help children of all ages and abilities to achieve their full potential and some of my best experiences have come from in-home counseling clients and residential behavioral health counseling. I hold a Master's degree in sociology, am a qualified mental health counselor (child), and will be certified for Middle School English in Sept. 2017. I look forward to working with Varsity Tutors and helping my clients achieve their educational and personal goals.
Education & Certification
- Lynchburg College - Bachelors, Sociology
- Illinois State University - Masters, Sociology
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- IB Global Politics
- ISEE-Lower Level Reading Comprehension
- SAT Reading
- +78 subjects

Lisa: Virginia Beach PRAXIS course instructor
...degrees are in music. A passionate learner myself, I strive to share that with my students. Whether leading a classroom, instructing my own children, or teaching private music lessons, personalizing and customizing the learning experience is and always has been the ultimate goal. I hold bachelor's and master's degrees in music performance which I eventually used to get my teaching certification. I am certified to teach middle school math (including algebra), ELA, and science; math...
Education & Certification
- St. Mary's University - Bachelor in Arts, Music Performance
- Virginia Commonwealth University - Masters in Education, Music Teacher Education
- Virginia Wesleyan College - Bachelor in Arts, Education
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- ISEE-Middle Level Reading Comprehension
- Social Studies
- Middle School Science
- +68 subjects

Linda: Virginia Beach PRAXIS course instructor
As an English teacher, creating a sense of excitement in reading and writing is what I wanted students to always strive for in their academic lives. Literature and composition played an essential role in my life, and I hope students will feel the same as they explore their imagination and curiosity. When a student tells me they just read ".........." and loved it, I feel inspired by them and encourage them to continue learning forever.
Education & Certification
- University of Massachusetts Amherst - Bachelor in Arts, English
- Old Dominion University - Master of Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- Business Writing
- ACCUPLACER Sentence Skills
- Expository Writing
- +145 subjects

H. Abigail: Virginia Beach PRAXIS course instructor
...in Education/Special Education (birth-grade 2), both from Touro College. I am licensed in Early Childhood Special Education in Virginia and recently completed certification in TEFL/TESOL. I have experience working in both general and special education in private and public school settings. I like to tutor with a student-centered approach using meta-cognition, or constant reflection on one's learning. In addition to tutoring/teaching, I am also a freelance writer for various publications and have published some poetry...
Education & Certification
- Touro College - Bachelor in Arts, English
- Touro College - Masters in Education, Early Childhood Special Education
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- Elementary School Reading
- Elementary School Writing
- Susan Barton Reading
- +60 subjects

Sydni: Virginia Beach PRAXIS course instructor
...have been tutoring math for years and I have such a passion for it. I started tutoring by working with friends when I was a senior in high school. I also have tutored with a math center at college where I tutored 5 college level math courses. Math is a wonderful subject, and I believe in helping students overcome their challenges in order to understand and enjoy math. I have a teaching degree, and I...
Education & Certification
- Liberty University - Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- Algebra
- CLEP College Mathematics
- Calculus 2
- +51 subjects
Education & Certification
- Western Governors University - Bachelor in Arts, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
- Concordia University-Portland - Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- Middle School Math
- Elementary School Math
- Phonics
- +19 subjects

Kitana: Virginia Beach PRAXIS course instructor
Received AA and BS degree in Business Administration with concentration in I/O Psychology. Always had a passion for the education field and helping students succeed. I have previous experience working with Kindergarten students in the public school system. Currently I am serving college students as I take on my role in higher education. I strongly believe education is power and want to help students reach their full potential.
Education & Certification
- Thomas Nelson Community College - Associate in Arts, Business Administration and Management
- Southern New Hampshire University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- Essay Editing
- Economics
- Psychology
- +30 subjects

Nicholas: Virginia Beach PRAXIS course instructor
...secondary settings, bringing a broad skill set to meet diverse learning needs. My areas of expertise include computer science, information technology, business, marketing, personal finance, Spanish, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL/ESL), and mathematics. I have a Master of Arts in Teaching (World Language Focus) and a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from the University of Virginia, and a Certificate of School Administration and Leadership from Longwood University. I am passionate about helping students...
Education & Certification
- University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
- University of Virginia-Main Campus - Master of Arts Teaching, Spanish Teacher Education
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- CPA
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- AP Psychology
- +95 subjects

Erik: Virginia Beach PRAXIS course instructor
I'm Erik. Been working with students for over 10 years! & in the Schools for 5. I specialize in Middle School and High School Mathematics. That's: Middle School Math, Pre Algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Trigonometry, Precalculus, Calculus. I can also tutor General Chemistry I and II, SAT Math, and Guitar(my favorite). I also work with teachers to prepare for Praxis Exams because I was a middle school math teacher myself.
Education & Certification
- James Madison University - Bachelor of Science, Anthropology
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- Algebra 2
- High School Chemistry
- High School Physics
- +27 subjects

Laura: Virginia Beach PRAXIS course instructor
...math abilities. I obtained my undergraduate teaching degree from Towson State and my masters degree from the University of Phoenix. I have been teaching math and science for 17 years and love working with students. I care deeply about my students and enjoy supporting them through their learning journey. If you are a struggling math student or need additional support to study for an exam or test, I can work with you to develop confidence...
Education & Certification
- Towson University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
- University of Phoenix-Online Campus - Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- CSET - California Subject Examinations for Teachers
- FTCE - Florida Teacher Certification Examinations
- OAE - Ohio Assessments for Educators
- +90 subjects

Sarah: Virginia Beach PRAXIS course instructor
...to pursue a graduate degree in Reading, Literacy, and Learning prior to working full-time in the classroom so I can better support students as they learn to read. In my time learning how to be an educator, I've had opportunities to work with students in second, third, fourth, and fifth grade. I also taught at a summer camp both online and in-person, working with students from 2nd-8th grade. Each of these different experiences has allowed...
Education & Certification
- Longwood University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
- Longwood University - Masters in Education, Reading Teacher Education
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- Elementary School Math
- Math
- PRAXIS Elementary School
- +13 subjects