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Debate National Champion, Specializing in Writing, Test Prep, Speaking
Ainsley S.

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Hi there! My name is Ainsley. I'm a student of philosophy who is passionate about powerful communication. Whether you're giving a presentation, writing a paper, interviewing for a job, or speaking competitively, using compelling rhetoric and clear reasoning is always critical. That's the skillset that I've been working on developing over the last six years.

I've been speaking and debating competitively for over half a decade now. Hundreds of hours of work and practice paid off in several...

Hi there! My name is Ainsley. I'm a student of philosophy who is passionate about powerful communication. Whether you're giving a presentation, writing a paper, interviewing for a job, or speaking competitively, using compelling rhetoric and clear reasoning is always critical. That's the skillset that I've been working on developing over the last six years.

I've been speaking and debating competitively for over half a decade now. Hundreds of hours of work and practice paid off in several regional and national titles, culminating in two First Place National Champion awards in policy debate and Second Place National Champion in collegiate Moot Court. During this same period, I've gotten the chance to coach local speech and debate clubs and collegiate Mock Trial teams. I love working with people who aren't naturally drawn to speaking, helping them not only succeed but also enjoy it.

Writing is another critical tool in any communication toolbox. I earned a perfect 170 on the GRE's Verbal Reasoning section and a perfect 40 on the SAT's Writing and Language section, putting me in the 99th percentile. Through private tutoring, I've been able to help students significantly boost their SAT, ACT, and GRE scores and significantly improve their writing.

Finally, I love philosophy, political theory, and theology. These are my subject areas of expertise and I would be more than happy to work with anyone high school through grad school on comprehending and engaging with these big ideas.

In tutoring, I seek to emphasize long-term learning over short-term tricks, designing sessions tailored to each student's needs and skills. There isn't a one-size-fits-all cheat code for becoming a better speaker and writer; different students have different hurdles to jump. Through individualized teaching, examples, correction, feedback, tools, and practice, I hope to help each student meet their communication goals.

Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions or are interested in learning more!

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Education

Patrick Henry College
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  • Hourly Rate: $75
  • Rate details: No-Show Policy: If a student has not arrived by 15 minutes past the scheduled start of a session and has not given advance notice, the session will be cancelled and charged at full rate.
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  • Background check passed on 11/18/2023

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ACT English

ACT English

As a graduate philosophy student, technical reading and writing are a big part of my day-to-day life. I got a perfect score on the writing section of the SAT when I took it and a perfect 170 on the verbal reasoning portion of the GRE, so I know how to approach preparation for these kinds of exams. When working with new students, I focus on pinpointing the concepts that the student struggles with and then use practice exams and time management strategies to teach through those rough patches.
ACT Reading

ACT Reading

As a graduate philosophy student, technical reading and writing are a big part of my day-to-day life. I got a perfect score on the writing section of the SAT when I took it and a perfect 170 on the verbal reasoning portion of the GRE, so I know how to approach preparation for these kinds of exams. When working with new students, I focus on pinpointing the concepts that the student struggles with and then use practice exams and time management strategies to teach through those rough patches.
Bible Studies

Bible Studies

I am an Anglo-Catholic Christian passionate about theology, especially as it overlaps with philosophy and ethics. As a student of Moral Theology, I have spent extensive time studying the Church Fathers and contemporary theologians, with a particular focus on the Augustinian tradition. I have worked with several students on college- and graduate-level theology assignments and enjoy everything from introducing material to helping put finishing touches on thesis-level work.
Criminal Justice

Criminal Justice

I am immersed in the criminal justice world through my involvement in Mock Trial, oral advocacy competitions, and government studies. I know the Federal Rules of Evidence, the intricacies of trial procedure, and the constitutional law surrounding law enforcement and criminal justice practices. The criminal justice system is complex, and I would love to help you learn more about it!
Debate

Debate

I have experience with most forms of debate, including Team Policy, Lincoln Douglas, Parliamentary, Moot Court, and Mock Trial. I personally won First Place National Champion in Policy debate two years in a row, placed Second Nationally in Collegiate Moot Court (AMCA), was a team captain on my collegiate Mock Trial team (AMTA), and won several national Parliamentary tournaments. I love coaching students in debate, whether they are in middle school or the highest levels of law school Mock and Moot. If you're looking for a coach, I'd love to hear from you!
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

I am a graduate student who has spent the last six years honing my writing skills. Clear, powerful writing is a critical component to critical thinking and effective communication. My writing has been published by multiple academic and popular publications. I love working with students on clear, persuasive, and even beautiful writing, helping them present their own ideas well and critically engage the world around them.
Government & Politics

Government & Politics

As a Political Theory major, I have studied the works of seminal political thinkers such as Plato, Rousseau, Burke, and Nietzsche. I also study the intricacies of our American government and am pending publication for policy research in an award winning journal. I am passionate about the nature of man, the just use of power, and the role of the state, and I would love to work with you on learning this thinkers well too!
GRE

GRE

I earned a perfect 170 on the GRE Verbal Reasoning section, putting me in the 99th percentile. I have been writing, proofreading, speaking, and tutoring for 5+ years, giving me a strong command of the English language and familiarity with the test. I would love to help you achieve your GRE goals, please reach out!
Interview Prep

Interview Prep

I have spent the last six years speaking competitively and coaching others to achieve their public speaking goals. I have won several national titles for my public speaking accomplishments and have worked with clients on executive presentations and high-level interviews. In my sessions, I focus on both content and delivery, helping clients get the skills and confidence they need to stand out in a competitive job market.
Law

Law

As a pre-law student, I am immersed in the legal world. I know the intricacies of the criminal justice system from my involvement in Mock Trial and my time working in the Seattle City Attorney's Office. I have experience with technical legal writing through national brief-writing competitions. And I know constitutional law from a number of courses I've taken on the subject and oral advocacy competitions. The law is complex and fascinating, and I would love to help you learn more about it!
Philosophy

Philosophy

I am a graduate student studying philosophy in Washington DC. I love teaching students to think philosophically, introducing them to ethics, political philosophy, epistemology, and metaphysics. My studies have focused especially on ancient Platonic and Aristotelean philosophy and the Scientific Revolution. I especially love seeing philosophy play out in the modern world, tackling issues such as technology, industrialization, and even American legal theory. Whether you are new to the world of philosophy or doing high-level scholarship, I would love to talk!
Proofreading

Proofreading

I am a graduate philosophy student and I tutor academic writing. I compete in legal writing and oral advocacy competitions, so I have a lot of experience writing clearly and persuasively. I have also been published in multiple academic and popular journals, graduated top of my class, and have been tutoring peers in academic writing for the last three years.
PSAT

PSAT

As a graduate philosophy student, technical reading and writing are a big part of my day-to-day life. I got a perfect score on the writing section of the SAT and a perfect 170 on the verbal reasoning portion of the GRE, so I know how to approach preparation for these kinds of exams. When working with new students, I focus on pinpointing the concepts that the student struggles with and then use practice exams and time management strategies to teach through those rough patches.
Public Speaking

Public Speaking

I have been speaking competitively for five years. I've won my league's National Championship twice in policy debate events, as well as winning a number of regional titles. I've coached individuals, local speech and debate clubs, and a collegiate JV Mock Trial team, all because I love helping students step outside their comfort zone and become empowered to speak boldly.
Religion

Religion

I am an Anglo-Catholic Christian passionate about theology, especially as it overlaps with philosophy and ethics. As a student of Moral Theology, I have spent extensive time studying the Church Fathers and contemporary theologians, with a particular focus on the Augustinian tradition. I have worked with a number of students on college- and graduate-level theology assignments and enjoy everything from introducing material to helping put finishing touches on thesis-level work.
SAT Reading

SAT Reading

As a graduate philosophy student, technical reading and writing are a big part of my day-to-day life. I got a perfect score on the writing section of the SAT and a perfect 170 on the verbal reasoning portion of the GRE, so I know how to approach preparation for these kinds of exams. When working with new students, I focus on pinpointing the concepts that the student struggles with and then use practice exams and time management strategies to teach through those rough patches.
SAT Writing

SAT Writing

As a graduate philosophy student, technical reading and writing are a big part of my day-to-day life. I got a perfect score on the writing section of the SAT and a perfect 170 on the verbal reasoning portion of the GRE, so I know how to approach preparation for these kinds of exams. When working with new students, I focus on pinpointing the concepts that the student struggles with and then use practice exams and time management strategies to teach through those rough patches.
Writing

Writing

I am a graduate philosophy student and I tutor academic writing. I compete in legal writing and oral advocacy competitions, so I have a lot of experience writing clearly and persuasively. I have also been published in multiple academic and popular journals, graduated top of my class, and have been tutoring peers in academic writing for the last three years. I love working with students, whether at the earliest stages of elementary writing or at the dissertation level, so whatever your writing needs I would love to hear from you!
American History
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Grammar
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Ainsley is great!

I highly recommend Ainsley. She comes well prepared, is very knowledgable and explains concepts very well. She also responds well to questions. I have already recommended her to friends and hope to continue my lessons with her.

Dan, 11 lessons with Ainsley

Amazing tutor!

Ainsley is wonderful at explaining GRE essay tips and tips for the verbal section - really appreciated her help! Would recommend without hesitation

Zachary, 2 lessons with Ainsley

Excellent Moot Court Coaching for AMCA National Championship!!

Ainsley was an excellent coach for helping me at the AMCA Moot Court National Championship. Thanks to Ainsley, I was able to level up my performance and make the break to day two of the competition while earned the 5th Best Speaker award. Ainsley pressed me on hard questions in practice, was very flexible with scheduling, and gave top tier coaching on reworking my intro and themes. She was highly prepared and kind throughout, and I couldn't recommend her enough!

Daniel, 2 lessons with Ainsley

A superb teacher

Ainsley is extremely knowledgeable and understands how to break down information. I had very specific skills I was looking to work on and learn, yet Ainsley was able to work with me to create personalized lesson plans . I'd highly recommend her to anyone looking to improve their communication and critical thinking skills.

Adil, 2 lessons with Ainsley

Patient and open minded :)

Ainsley is a fantastic writing tutor who cares about her students’ success. She worked with me over multiple sessions to refine an essay and helped me prepare a presentation with her guidance. Ainsley knows how to help you communicate clearly and effectively. You won’t regret hiring her!

IBRAHIM, 11 lessons with Ainsley

SAT Reading

Ainsley went over SAT Reading and Writing in a thorough way going over specific SAT reading strategies for every type of passage and clarifying writing structure question types like order and transition of ideas. What was most helpful in the review sessions was the formulaic approach in the writing and reading that allowed for greater consistency and accuracy in the reading section. After 4 reviews I noticed my practice tests going from a 650 range to a 730-770 range. Not being an avid reader myself getting the insight to read in a more critical way and categorizing wrong answers choices gave me a more confident approach in the SAT reading overall. She has been a massive help! Ryan, California

Sunny, 9 lessons with Ainsley
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