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Brian D.

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If you’re struggling with a Praxis or similar test in social studies or history, I can help you pass it! My expertise lies in multiple-choice and essay strategies. Since 2019, I’ve guided over 100 teachers to pass their Praxis exams. I specialize in the Elementary Education Social Studies Subtest 5004 and 7004, Praxis II Social Studies 5581, Praxis World & U.S. History 5941, Middle School Social Studies 5089, and the Social Studies: Content and Interpretation 5086 test, plus others like...

If you’re struggling with a Praxis or similar test in social studies or history, I can help you pass it! My expertise lies in multiple-choice and essay strategies. Since 2019, I’ve guided over 100 teachers to pass their Praxis exams. I specialize in the Elementary Education Social Studies Subtest 5004 and 7004, Praxis II Social Studies 5581, Praxis World & U.S. History 5941, Middle School Social Studies 5089, and the Social Studies: Content and Interpretation 5086 test, plus others like Praxis 7815, 5157, and 7805.

My strategies not only improve your accuracy and confidence on Praxis tests but also on similar state exams like the CSET Social Science (all 3 subsets), Florida FTCE Social Science 6–12 (037), GACE History Test I (034) & Test II (035), TExES History 7–12 (233), and others. I’ve also helped students pass the Praxis Core writing exam, specifically the Praxis 5723 Core Academic Skills for Educators: Writing test. If you're not sure if I can help you with a certain test, please ask me!

Parents of high schoolers...I can certainly help with APUSH and CLEP -- American Government, U.S. History I: Early Colonization to 1877, U.S. History II: 1865 to the Present -- as well! Please contact me if you need help with Praxis 7002 or Praxis reading and writing, aka Praxis 5713 and 5723.

Outside tutoring, I enjoy music, PC sports sims, nonfiction, hiking, ping pong with my wife, and being the human to a Siberian Forest Cat named Alasdair.


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The College of Mount St. Joseph
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American History

American History

I have experience helping students pass US History and Social Studies Praxis and Praxis II exams. I specialize in these Praxis exams: 5004, 5581, 5941, 5086, 5089, 5157, and/or 7805. I can also help with similar tests from other states, including the OAE, CSET, ILTS, TEA, GACE, or FTCE, among others. I was a test grader in the past. I work on content and strategy, especially regarding multiple-choice tests. Please check my reviews for satisfied Praxis customers. For parents of AP students: I can help your sons and daughters compete for a "5" score on the APUSH test in May. My APUSH students have gotten college credit each of the last six years with all students who completed my homework! I can also assist students with CLEP prep in US History and American Government!
English

English

I can help students pass the Core Reading 5713 and Writing 5723 exams. I work on not only content but also strategy, especially regarding multiple choice strategies. AP Lang available upon request. I specialize in "Grammar for Dummies", essay template formation, and cutting the clutter from your prose. I have also helped a student pass the GAMSAT, so please contact me and, if it involves writing, I can probably help you!
Government & Politics

Government & Politics

I have helped approximately 100 Praxis students pass tests including civics, political science or American government, including 5004, 5081 and 5941. This includes other states' Praxis-like exams. If you or your son/daughter are stuck, please contact me for help!
Praxis

Praxis

I have experience helping students pass Social Studies, History, Core or English Praxis and Praxis II exams. I specialize in History/Social Studies Praxis exams, namely the 5004, 7004, 5581, 5941, 5086, 5089, 5157, or 7805 Praxis tests. I can also help with similar tests from other states, including the CSET, GACE, or FTCE, among others. I was also test grader in the past, which helps me help you prepare for any essay or constructive response tests. I work on content and strategy, especially regarding multiple-choice tests. I also assist with the Praxis, or equivalent, writing exam, 5723.
Reading

Reading

I have been a successful tutor for Reading exam prep for over a dozen years. The Praxis core and new digital SAT both place a high emphasis on tactics to improve reading comprehension. I excel at providing a personalized approach for tutoring that includes a baseline assessment and suggestions based on your unique skills and needs. I specialize in multiple choice strategy, which is the typical way reading tests are given. I also emphasize a comprehensive look at Praxis 7002 for students who struggle with phonics and Foundation-style constructed responses. Please check my review for more details of things I have done for students in the past!
Regents

Regents

I have helped Regents students in the past on both the U.S. History & Government test, the Global History & Geography exam, and the High School Language Arts test. I specialize in helping students improve test-taking skills, for both multiple choice and essay questions. I have experience as a test grader at Data Recognition Corporation, which allows me to help students write standardized essays that will stand out to scorers. Please look at my reviews for or contact me for more information!
Social Studies

Social Studies

I have a dozen years' experience helping students pass Social Studies and History exams, especially the 5004, 5581, 5941, 5086, 5089, 5157, 7004, or 7805 Praxis tests. I can also help with similar tests from other states, including the CSET, GACE, ILTS, TEA, OAE or FTCE, among others. I was a test grader in the past. I work on content and strategy, especially regarding multiple-choice tests. I can also help high school students with APUSH. If you or your child need help with social studies, please contact me to see if I can assist you! I am not doing AP Euro or WHAP tutoring this year!
United States History

United States History

I have over 13 years of experience helping students excel in U.S. History courses and exams, including APUSH, Praxis (5004, 5081, 5941, 5086, 5089, 5157, 7805), and state-specific tests like the OAE, CSET, GACE, TExES, ILTS and FTCE. My APUSH students have earned college credit five years in a row, with all who completed my homework scoring a "5" or a high passing score. I focus on both content mastery and smart multiple-choice strategies, drawing on my experience as a former official test grader.
World History

World History

I have experience helping students Social Studies Praxis and Praxis II exams that have varying degrees of world history in them. I specialize in History/Social Studies Praxis exams, namely the 5004, 5581, 5941, 5086, 5089, 5157, or 7805 Praxis tests. I can also help with similar tests from other states, including the CSET, OAE, TExES, ILTS, GACE, or FTCE, among others. I was a test grader in the past. I work on content and strategy, especially regarding multiple-choice tests. Please check my reviews for satisfied Praxis customers. I'm sorry...no WHAP or AP Euro tutoring this year... :(
Writing

Writing

I have experience as a freelance writer, music reviewer and tutor over the past 23 years. I have helped many students pass the Praxis Core writing exam, which is the Praxis 5723 Core Academic Skills For Educators: Writing test. If you have problems writing argumentative essays or your grammar is rusty, please send me a message! If you are unsure or do not see your test name or number listed, please ask me! I can also help students of all ages improve their overall writing skills. If you help simplify your prose, please contact me!
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THE BEST!!!

When I first began preparing for the Praxis 5081 exam, I felt completely overwhelmed. I didn’t know where to start, what to focus on, or how to structure my study plan. That’s when I came across Brian’s profile on Wyzant. The glowing reviews immediately stood out, and now, after working with him, I can confidently say they were absolutely accurate. From the very beginning, Brian was patient, knowledgeable, and most importantly, genuinely invested in my success. After I took the Praxis for the first time and didn’t achieve the score I hoped for, I reached out to Brian for support. He didn’t just offer encouragement; he created a targeted plan to help me improve. Over the course of a month, through focused tutoring sessions and countless back-and-forth emails, Brian guided me every step of the way. His ability to simplify complex concepts, recommend the right resources, and keep me motivated made all the difference. What stood out the most was how much he truly cared, not just about the content, but about me as a student and my goal of passing the test. I recently retook the Praxis this past Sunday, and I was blown away by the results. My score increased by 22 points, and I passed. I truly couldn’t have done it without Brian’s support. I am beyond grateful for all that he has done and would recommend his services without hesitation. If you're struggling, unsure where to begin, or simply want expert guidance from someone who cares, Brian is the tutor you want. I would work with him again 100 times over.

Lucas, 3 lessons with Brian
Tutor responded:

Hi Lucas! This is such a kind and superbly written review: thank you so much! I enjoyed your hard work and humor, Lucas, and I'm so glad you passed your exam. Thank you again for the kind words and endorsement. Good luck and take care, Lucas! Sincerely, Brian

Excellent review of strategies

Brian has done amazing work with me and this time was no different. My strategies have improved greatly and it is lining me up to pass my praxis tomorrow! Thank you again!

Cam, 2 lessons with Brian

wonderful tutor

Brian did an excellent job of tutoring my daughter. She was excited to learn she is going to be tutored two times a week now!!

Sharon, 4 lessons with Brian

Knowledgable, Adaptable, and Helpful!

I started sessions with Brian in the summer with the intent of taking the Praxis 5081 for Social Studies, until my state standards changed right before my test date, and I had to cancel and reschedule for the 5581. This test is new but has many similarities to the 5081, and Brian was more than ready to help me prepare for this new version of the test! One of the first things he did when I told him the news was find the new Test Specs document and share it with me, as well as expose me to other resources that may suit the new style of test better. When studying for the 5081, he provided many opportunities for practice and retention in the form of questions, helpful documents, and visual demonstrations. He also took the time out of his day to go over any graded practice problems I sent to him outside of our scheduled lessons, replying with either literal or verbal explanations of the context of the period, as well as why certain answers were right/wrong. He is qualified to help anyone who needs some history review for their Praxis or in a general context, and his enthusiasm made the entire process enjoyable and as close to stress-free as it could be. Thank you, Brian, for all your help! :)

Mikayla, 7 lessons with Brian
Tutor responded:

Hi Mikayla, Wow, thanks very much for the excellent and thoughtful feedback -- I appreciate it! I also appreciated your hard work and dedication to practice questions! You're very welcome, and thank you for contacting me. I wish you well in your career! Take care, Brian

Very good tutor

Brian helped my child with her AP US History. The coarse material has a very overwhelming work load. So Brian helped her going through section by section. This process made her more confident.

Anisa, 10 lessons with Brian

Knowledgeable and helpful!

Brian helped me pass the Praxis 5081 exam. He helped boost my score by 18 points, which was more than what I needed to pass. Brian was patient and came up with a quick plan of where I needed to focus my studies to ensure I passed. Leading up to the exam, he sent me materials to help me practice. I definitely recommend Brian, he was GREAT!!!!

Evalyn, 2 lessons with Brian
Tutor responded:

Hi Evalyn, Thank you so much for your kind words! I am so glad you passed 5081 and can now move on in your career. Take care! - Brian

Help with the Praxis Writing 5723

Brian was very helpful and answered all of my questions. He is very supportive and knowledgeable. He helped me better my essays for the praxis, along with the multiple choice grammar questions. This is my 4th time taking the praxis test and I went into it very confident because Brain helpled me so much!

Summer, 2 lessons with Brian
Tutor responded:

Thank you for your kind words, Summer! I am elated that you passed your test by 12 points when you took it! Take care and good luck with your teaching career!! - Brian

Great AP Euro Tutor

Brian has been such a great tutor for my daughter in AP European History. She says his explanations are so much clearer than her school teacher's, and she’s finally understanding the material. Since she started lessons with him, I’ve noticed she’s more confident in the subject and doesn’t feel as stressed about it. We’re really happy with how much he’s helped her, and I’d definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a tutor!

Desi, 26 lessons with Brian
Tutor responded:

Thank you, Desi! I am pleased that I've been helpful to Anabelle in AP Euro. I appreciate you sharing these kind words. Thanks! - Brian

Knowledgeable and Patient Tutor

First, I just want to thank Brian he's amazing, patient, and knowledgeable. Also, he's very positive and he adds some humor where we shared some laughs. Brian worked with me on the Praxis 5004 Social Studies exam. This exam is harder than the other exams I took because Social Studies has so much history and facts way from the 1700's to now. Brian showed me great strategies & tips with the questions. The resources he sent was very helpful which was documents and videos. Whatever questions I had for Brian, he would answer it with no problem during and after the session. My score was a 148 at first, I need a 155 to pass. I gained 20 points by passing it with a 168. Also, Brian will check on you just to see how things are going because he cares. If you need help, I will definitely recommend Brian.

Evelyn, 1 lesson with Brian

Knowledgeable and Patient Tutor

First, I just want to thank Brian he's amazing, patient, and knowledgeable. Also, he's very positive and he adds some humor where we shared some laughs. Brian worked with me on the Praxis 5004 Social Studies exam. This exam is harder than the other exams I took because Social Studies has so much history and facts way from the 1700's to now. Brian showed me great strategies & tips with the questions. The resources he sent was very helpful which was documents and videos. Whatever questions I had for Brian, he would answer it with no problem during and after the session. My score was a 148 at first, I need a 155 to pass. I gained 20 points by passing it with a 168. Also, Brian will check on you just to see how things are going because he cares. If you need help, I will definitely recommend Brian.

Evelyn, 1 lesson with Brian
Tutor responded:

Thank you so much for the kind words, Evelyn! I am glad you were able to pass 5004! Thank you, Brian

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