PRAXIS Tutoring

The PRAXIS is a long exam that takes a lot of time and energy out of you, so go in prepared! When you’re looking to start your career as an educator, make sure you’re as prepared as you can be by sitting down with Make the Grade. We’ve got you covered when it comes to PRAXIS prep and we can put your mind at ease!

  • Familiarize Yourself

    Your anxiety can be alleviated when it comes to taking your PRAXIS simply by taking practice tests. And even the process of taking the exam can be confusing, since there’s so many options on how to take it. We’ll iron everything out for you and figure out what’s best for you!

  • Private Tutoring

    You’re smart enough to study on your own for the PRAXIS, but sometimes it’s nice to have others looking over your work to see how you can improve. That’s where we come in. We’ll sit down with you see where you’re going wrong and how you can fix it.

  • PRAXIS Series

    There are a series of tests that make up the PRAXIS test. These include the Core Academic Skills for Educators and the Subject Assessment Series. You’ll want to be prepped for both. And we can help!

At Home Testing

Knowing what to expect when you take your Praxis test at home will help ensure you’re ready to do your best on test day. Be sure that your computer and testing room meet the following requirements before you register for a Praxis test at home. If they don’t, you won’t be able to test and your test fee won’t be refunded!

Review The Praxis Tests Information Bulletin for more information

Equipment

  • Desktop or laptop computer; you can not use a tablet, Chromebook or mobile device.
  • Approved operating system, which must be licensed. Unlicensed or test-mode versions are not permitted.
    • PC: Windows operating system, version 10 or higher
    • MAC: Mac OS X 10.13 or higher
  • Chrome browser.
  • Multiple monitors, use of more than one mouse or keyboard and dual screens, are prohibited.
  • Download and install the ETS Secure Test Browser on the computer you’ll use to test. To fully install the browser, run the file after downloading it. Close the browser once you see the following message: “Success! You have installed the ETS secure test browser.”
  • Run the Equipment Check from the computer you’ll use to test. We strongly recommend checking your equipment before registering for a test. You will also be required to check your equipment after you register. If you fail the equipment check, you’ll need to fix any issues before test day.
  • Computer firewalls and security applications can interfere with the test delivery software. If you experience this issue, you may need to disable or reconfigure your applications prior to the test.
  • Use an internal or external speaker to hear the proctor.
  • Headsets or earphones are not allowed.
  • Use an internal or external microphone that is not part of a headset to talk to the proctor.
  • Can be a built-in camera or a separate webcam.
  • Camera must be movable to show the proctor a 360-degree view of the room, including your tabletop surface, before the test.

Testing Environment

  • You must be alone in a room with no one else entering during the test.
  • You can not take the test in a public space such as a park, internet café or restaurant.
  • Your computer and keyboard must be on a desk or other tabletop surface.
  • The tabletop and surrounding area must be clear of all items not approved for use during the test, including cell phones (except when used for check in), cameras, notes and study materials. The furniture and décor in the room do not need to be modified or removed.
  • You must sit in a standard chair; you can not sit or lie on a bed, couch or overstuffed chair.
  • Food and drink are not allowed during the test.
  • Your ears must remain visible throughout the test, not covered by hair, a hat or other items. Religious headwear is permitted if your ears remain visible during the test.
  • Face masks may not be worn during check in or any part of the at home testing session.
  • Dress appropriately for your test. You’ll be monitored via camera by the proctor.
  • Avoid wearing items such as jewelry, tie clips, cuff links, ornate clips, combs, barrettes, headbands and other hair accessories.
  • You may not take notes on regular paper, for security purposes.
  • You may use one of the following to take notes:
    • One small desktop whiteboard with erasable marker
    • One sheet of paper inside a transparent sheet protector with an erasable marker
  • You’ll be asked to erase all notes in view of the proctor at the end of the test.

Score Requirements

Passing scores vary by state or agency; they are not set by ETS. You can find the minimum/passing scores for each Praxis test below.

About the Praxis Core Test

These tests measure academic skills in Reading, Writing and Mathematics. They were designed to provide comprehensive assessments that measure the skills and content knowledge of candidates entering teacher preparation programs.

Praxis Core tests include objective response questions, including:

  • single-selection selected-response questions
  • multiple-selection selected-response questions
  • numeric-entry questions.

The Praxis Core Writing test also includes two essay sections.

The Praxis Core tests are computer delivered and may be taken either as

  • 3 separate tests on separate days or as 1 combined test.

Individual scores are reported for reading, mathematics and writing on both the individual and the combined tests.

WHAT OTHERS SAY ABOUT US

“Renee,

     I just wanted to personally thank you for helping me pass the writing part of the Praxis Case.  I have finally passed it!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH for all of your help!! Just from those two sessions my score went up from a 158 two times in a row to a 166.  I truly can not thank you enough!”