Varsity Tutors offers students from a variety of backgrounds the opportunity to sign up for a quality Boston Praxis prep course. We can register aspiring teachers for classes led by well-trained instructors in the Boston area.
The Praxis tests assess whether candidates have the academic skills and subject-specific content knowledge needed in the field of education. The tests are often taken as part of the certification process that many states and professional licensing organizations require.
So, if you're a student at Tufts University eyeing a career in education, signing up for a Boston Praxis course could be a great way for you to reach for your goals. You can not only have access to the opportunities you need to practice your skills, but also learn time-tested approaches to taking the exam in a more efficient way.
Which topics are generally covered in a Boston Praxis course?
The Praxis tests cover a wide range of themes and require test-takers to demonstrate their ability to perform a number of skills. From specialized content knowledge used in elementary school teaching to general skills in reading, writing, and mathematics, mastering the material for the Praxis tests is no cakewalk.
Fortunately, in a Boston Praxis class, Varsity Tutors offers you access to a well-trained instructor who understands both the content and format of the test. Having a knowledgeable instructor can help you streamline your prep and give you access to that useful guidance you've been needing. So, signing up for a class can build your base of knowledge of topics covered in the Praxis tests. You can have that time, space, and attention you've been wanting to deepen your knowledge and strengthen your teaching muscles.
Students may find it useful to know that the Praxis is a computer-administered exam. So, building skills in speed and accuracy can help students take the test in a more efficient manner. With the help of your instructor, you can begin to manage your time, prioritize, and organize better. If you generally feel nervous while taking exams, in a Boston Praxis class your instructor may even be able to help you develop mechanisms to stay calm and focused during the test.
What are the advantages of taking this class?
The Praxis tests cover a staggering number of pedagogical concepts, so mastering the material requires a significant investment of time and energy. That's why a Boston Praxis class focuses on giving you opportunities to engage with the material and master it over time. Although you may think that studying for the exam independently is the way to go, signing up to take a class with a well-trained instructor could end up being extremely beneficial.
Furthermore, the class is actually convenient. With the class held completely online and offered at a range of different times, your learning ease comes first. So, you don't have to worry about an added responsibility or managing an extra commute.
A Boston Praxis course is also collaborative in nature. Thanks to a handy digital tool known as the Live Learning Platform, you can talk to your instructor and peers easily with a Boston Praxis class. As long as you have a device enabled with a steady Internet connection, you can access your coursework, talk to people in class, and pick the learning environment of your choosing. This way, you can learn from and alongside your fellow classmates, and become exposed to a variety of different perspectives that could help make you a more compassionate and culturally competent teacher in the future. In addition, being in a collaborative learning environment can help you retain material better, as well as keep you on track when you're feeling unmotivated.
Last but not least, a Boston Praxis course lets you request individualized, one-on-one time with your academic mentor as and when you need it. Students may opt to use this one-on-one time to review doubts, go over questions, or identify learning and test-taking strategies. So, whether you find yourself curious to dive into K-6 teaching strategies or need to review your algebraic expressions, you can refine your understanding in a stress-free setting and approach the exam with confidence.
How can I sign up for a class?
Whether you simply want to learn more or feel ready to register for a Boston Praxis course, contact the educational consultants at Varsity Tutors today.
The class is held completely online. New sections open each month. With many time slots available- including evenings and weekends- your already packed schedule doesn't have to suffer.
So, if you're pursuing a degree at the University of Massachusetts - Boston and want to enter a teaching preparation program in the future, contact Varsity Tutors and sign up for a Boston Praxis course today.

Allison: Boston PRAXIS course instructor
Hello! My name is Allie, and I am a certified Grades 5-12 Social Studies teacher in the states of Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Vermont. I hold a bachelor's degree in Secondary Education and American Studies, as well as a master's degree in History. I am a published Young Adult author, and I am eager to share my passions for teaching, writing, and history with you!
Education & Certification
- Saint Michael's College - Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies
- Southern New Hampshire University - Master of Arts, History
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- MTEL - Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure
- High School Geography
- Middle School Social Studies
- +24 subjects

Jessica: Boston PRAXIS course instructor
...I enjoy the challenge of stepping outside of my comfort zone in terms of teaching assignments, and I believe my passion for being in the classroom rubs off on my students. My teaching philosophy includes having a learner-centered growth mindset that takes into account students' social-emotional health and personalized learning needs. I enjoy both the in-person and virtual classroom, and am a passionate advocate of both standards-based learning and the STEAM curriculum. I believe I...
Education & Certification
- Eastern Washington University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
- University of Phoenix-Boston Campus - Master of Arts, Education
- Grand Canyon University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- IB Language A: Language and Literature
- +192 subjects

Emma: Boston PRAXIS course instructor
My name is Emma and I am a recent graduate of a MSN program and currently work as an ICU nurse. I am also a Family Nurse Practitioner hoping to specialize in pediatric palliative and hospice care. I enjoy working with a multitude of age groups from elementary school to students in undergraduate and graduate studies. I try to make my sessions as fun and interactive as possible while still ensuring student success
Education & Certification
- Salve Regina University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- NCLEX-PN Prep Course
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- Certified Medical Assistant Exam
- +142 subjects

Katherine: Boston PRAXIS course instructor
I believe that every child has their own unique skillset and that they can use to convey their sense of individuality through their art. I am also good with organisation and have a background and degree is developmental disabilities and special education , elementary education and education in applied behaviour analysis. I am also good at sciences and history as well.
Education & Certification
- Salem State University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- Elementary School English
- Special Education
- Elementary School Math
- +20 subjects
Katrina: Boston PRAXIS course instructor
...Peer Tutor in the Writing Center for three years at Cornell College, where I earned my Bachelor's in English Literature and Secondary Education while running on the Track and Field team. There's so much I love about writing and finding clarity in communication, and I love spreading the joy with which I view grammatical theory. I'd be happy to work with you on Reading Fundamentals, Writing Clarity, Essay-Writing Strategy, English Language Exams (and Standardized Tests),...
Education & Certification
- Cornell College - Bachelor in Arts, English
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- Comparative Literature
- Poetry
- AP English Literature and Composition
- +50 subjects

Erin: Boston PRAXIS course instructor
...Education from University of Delaware, and I have been a middle school General Music teacher for 3 years. I also have experience teaching private voice lessons, choir, and even toddler music classes! I am also passionate about working with young music education candidates working to pass the PRAXIS exam. This test is the last step on the way to becoming an educator, which is the BEST profession! I hope you will join me on this...
Education & Certification
- University of Delaware - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Music Teacher Education
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- Voice
- Songwriting
- Singing
- +9 subjects

Dianna: Boston PRAXIS course instructor
...ESL subjects: Conversation, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Listening, Idioms, Grammar, and Business topics. I possess several ESL teaching certificates: TESOL, TKT and SEI (public school) and I completed my U.S. certified, university education in Ecuador, South America, Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration degree. My hobbies include reading about history and biographies, cooking, and traveling. Creating a motivating learning atmosphere where students can excel is important to me. My classroom allows for learning where you feel interested,...
Education & Certification
- City College of San Francisco - Bachelor in Arts, Business Administration and Management
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
- TOEFL
- +24 subjects

Abby: Boston PRAXIS course instructor
...is my 11th year in education. I am reliable with effective communication and will always do what is best for the client! I am fun and energetic to keep our sessions engaging while still keeping learning at the forefront. My main focus with Varsity Tutors has been SAT prep for students across the country. I have had over 100+ student for both individual and group sessions. I have also proctored multiple the SAT in-person and...
Education & Certification
- University of Northern Iowa - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- CPCE - Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Examination
- Technology and Coding
- PRAXIS Elementary School
- +69 subjects

Brooke: Boston PRAXIS course instructor
...basic math and reading to more specialized areas like study skills and test preparation. My favorite subject to tutor is math, because I enjoy breaking down complex problems into manageable steps and seeing students gain confidence as they master new concepts. My teaching philosophy revolves around the idea that learning should be engaging, interactive, and tailored to the individual. I strive to create a positive, supportive environment where students feel safe to make mistakes, ask...
Education & Certification
- University of Hartford - Bachelor of Science, Education
- University of Florida - Master of Science, Special Education
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- MTEL - Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure
- Other
- Executive Functioning
- +34 subjects

Jeff: Boston PRAXIS course instructor
After graduating from the University of Rhode Island, I entered the teaching field through working at Segue Institute for Learning, a charter school in Central Falls, where I taught 8th grade English/Language Arts. From there, I moved to La Salle Academy, where I currently teach 9th grade and 11th grade English. Based on my vast teaching experiences, I am confident in many areas of the broad subject of English.
Education & Certification
- University of Rhode Island - Bachelors, English and Secondary Education
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- Writing
- English Grammar and Syntax
- Study Skills
- +14 subjects
Education & Certification
- Brown University - Bachelor of Science, Environmental Science
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Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- College Biology
- PSAT Critical Reading
- Study Skills and Organization
- +81 subjects

Lianna: Boston PRAXIS course instructor
...three degrees; yes, three! I love to learn new things! I have a CAGs (Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study) in Educational Leadership, a Master's in Teaching Secondary Education - History, and a Bachelor's degree in History/Art History. When I'm not being a professional student, I am being a professional teacher. I have been teaching for the last 12 years in an urban school district north of Boston, MA. In my first few years of teaching,...
Education & Certification
- Assumption University - Bachelor's, History/Art History
- Salem State University - Master's/Graduate, Secondary Education/History
- Salem State University - Master's/Graduate, Educational Leadership
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- AAI - Accredited Adviser in Insurance
- MTEL - Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure
- AACN - American Association of Colleges of Nursing
- +85 subjects

Quinn: Boston PRAXIS course instructor
...This belief is a major component of my teaching philosophy, especially as it pertains to tutoring. The other part of my philosophy is that teaching should be a collaborative process. Instead of the instructor providing answers to the student, guided exploration should drive study. When learning or reviewing content, the tutor and student should work through the information together, as opposed to the tutor just verbally transferring knowledge. I enjoy several other hobbies aside from...
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
- University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point - Current Grad Student, Broadfield Social Science (Postbacc teacher cert.)
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- Study Skills
- PSAT
- European History
- +40 subjects

Julian: Boston PRAXIS course instructor
I believe that every student is capable of learning any subject as long as they have the right teacher. I was fortunate enough to grow up in an environment that constantly challenged me and helped me achieve a better education. I hope to be able to pass my knowledge to any child who has the fervor to learn more.
Education & Certification
- Northeastern University - Current Undergrad Student, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- Series 7
- PSAT
- ACT Writing
- +80 subjects

Melody : Boston PRAXIS course instructor
I love helping you and will strive to work to help you be successful with your learning! Each of us have our own style of learning and I will work with you to best find this and YOU will learn and feel successful. I have a diverse background as a RN with a trauma, NICU, NP and specialty nursing. In addition to my law degree I also have a Masters in Science with emphasis in...
Education & Certification
- Southern Oregon University - Bachelor of Science, Criminology
- Southern Oregon University - Master of Science, Social Sciences
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- PNCB - Pediatric Nursing Certification Board
- IBHRE - International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners
- NCLEX-RN Prep Course
- +267 subjects

John: Boston PRAXIS course instructor
...a math/computer science major at Dartmouth College and I have a master's degree in computer science from Purdue University. I worked on many math-intensive applications as a software engineer. I have over 5000 hours experience in online tutoring on different platforms. My computer science tutoring experience includes computer programming (C++/C/Java/Python) as well as data structures, algorithms, operating systems, and theory of computation. My tutoring approach is that I look for gaps in a student's understanding....
Education & Certification
- Dartmouth College - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics and Computer Science
- Purdue University-Main Campus - Master of Science, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- Calculus 3
- Datamining
- C++
- +84 subjects
Education & Certification
- University of Maryland Eastern Shore - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
- Delaware State University - Doctor of Philosophy, Applied Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- R Programming
- Music
- RStudio
- +53 subjects

Mykalin: Boston PRAXIS course instructor
I have been working with students at all levels on several topics for over a decade. I have a B.S. in physics, and a master's in Nuclear Science and Engineering from WPI. I completed my second master's in particle astrophysics at the university of Strasbourg in France. I love getting students excited about learning and helping them through difficult topics. One of my favorite challenges is working with students to figure out their specific learning...
Education & Certification
- Worcester Polytechnic Institute - Bachelor of Science, Astrophysics
- Worcester Polytechnic Institute - Master of Science, Nuclear Physics
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- C
- Physics
- Calculus 2
- +158 subjects

Emily: Boston PRAXIS course instructor
A recent graduate of Haverford College and a current student at Harvard Divinity School and Harvard Law School, I am extremely excited to work with students on topics ranging from elementary school English to college-level World Religion! Whether it's grammar, paper-editing, or exam studying, I'm here to help. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out--I am overjoyed to be a part of the Varsity Tutors team and look forward to working...
Education & Certification
- Haverford College - Bachelor in Arts, English
- Harvard University Law School Divinity School - Doctor of Laws, Legal Studies
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- High School English
- GRE
- English
- +72 subjects

Daniel: Boston PRAXIS course instructor
...or computer science. As evidenced by my repeated positions in the math department, I love tutoring and take great pleasure in getting to know students and seeing their progression over time. I like to treat tutoring as a type of puzzle -- I need to find the most effective method to get the information from my head into student's head, and sometimes doing so requires various different techniques. In my spare time, I am a...
Education & Certification
- Colby College - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- PRAXIS
- Advanced Functions
- IB Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation
- PRAXIS Core Math
- +64 subjects