The math specialist is both a teacher and an instructional leader who uses a strong understanding of mathematics and mathematics instruction to support student learning, including through curriculum design and coaching to support the work and the learning of other teachers. Test takers typically have experience teaching elementary mathematics and have completed advanced preparation (i.e., a master’s degree or comparable course work) in mathematics education.

Test takers will find that at least 80% of questions call for application of knowledge of mathematics content. A full list of the mathematics topics covered is provided in Mathematics Content.

The assessment is designed and developed through work with practicing teachers and teacher educators to reflect state and national standards for the preparation of elementary math specialists. These include Standards for Elementary Mathematics Specialists: A Reference for Teacher Credentialing Programs (2013) by the Association of Mathematics Teacher Educators (AMTE) and NCTM CAEP Standards (2012) – Elementary Mathematics Specialist (Advanced Preparation) by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) and the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).

This test may contain some questions that will not count toward your score. During the test, test takers have access to an on-screen four-function calculator. Please consult the Praxis Calculator Use page for further information and review the directions for using the on-screen calculator.