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Debate National Champion, Specializing in Writing and 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. While in high school, I earned a perfect score on the SAT's Writing and Language section, and 39/40 on its Reading section, putting me in the 99th percentile. Through private tutoring, I've been able to help students significantly boost their SAT scores and get higher grades on their high school and collegiate papers.

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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Patrick Henry College
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  • Hourly Rate: $50
  • 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.
  • Lesson cancellation: 3 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 11/18/2023

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ACT English

ACT English

As a Pre-Law student, I compete in legal writing and oral advocacy competitions, so writing and complex reading comprehension are big parts of my day-to-day life. I got a perfect score on the writing section and 39/40 on the reading section of the SAT when I took it, so I know what learning methods work when trying to prepare for these standardized exams. When working with new students, I focus on pinpointing the concepts that the student struggles with and use practice exams to teach through those rough patches.
ACT Reading

ACT Reading

As a Pre-Law student, I compete in legal writing and oral advocacy competitions, so writing and complex reading comprehension are big parts of my day-to-day life. I got a perfect score on the writing section and 39/40 on the reading section of the SAT when I took it, so I know what learning methods work when trying to prepare for these standardized exams. When working with new students, I focus on pinpointing the concepts that the student struggles with and use practice exams to teach through those rough patches.
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!
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!
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!
Logic

Logic

As a Pre-Law student, I have taken a number of courses in classical, formal, and informal logic. I am top in my class and love the structure revealed through logic. Whether you're working on formal proofs, identifying fallacies, or analyzing complex texts logically, I would love to help.
Proofreading

Proofreading

I am a pre-law student and compete in legal writing and oral advocacy competitions, so I have a lot of experience writing clearly and persuasively. I have taken a number of collegiate English, writing, and rhetoric courses, am top of my class, and I have been tutoring peers in academic writing for the last year. I also am a research editor for an academic journal.
PSAT

PSAT

I compete in legal writing and oral advocacy competitions, so writing and complex reading comprehension are big parts of my day-to-day life. I got a perfect score on the writing section and 39/40 on the reading section of the SAT when I took it, so I know what learning methods work when trying to prepare for the PSAT exam. When working with new students, I focus on pinpointing the concepts that the student struggles with and use practice exams 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.
SAT Reading

SAT Reading

I compete in legal writing and oral advocacy competitions, so writing is a big part of my day-to-day life. I got a perfect score on the writing section and 39/40 on the reading section of the SAT when I took it, so I know what learning methods work when trying to prepare for the exam. When working with new students, I focus on pinpointing the concepts that the student struggles with and use practice exams to teach through those rough patches.
SAT Writing

SAT Writing

I compete in legal writing and oral advocacy competitions, so writing is a big part of my day-to-day life. I got a perfect score on the writing section and 39/40 on the reading section of the SAT when I took it, so I know what learning methods work when trying to prepare for the exam. When working with new students, I focus on pinpointing the concepts that the student struggles with and use practice exams to teach through those rough patches.
Writing

Writing

I am a pre-law student and compete in legal writing and oral advocacy competitions, so I have a lot of experience writing clearly and persuasively. I have taken a number of collegiate English, writing, and rhetoric courses, am top of my class, and I have been tutoring peers in academic writing for the last year. I also am a research editor for an academic journal.
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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

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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