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An Experienced Writing Tutor with a Passion for Debate
Isaiah S.

18 hours tutoring

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Hey there! I'm Isaiah. :)

I've worked for over a year as a writing tutor at Everett Community College, where I helped people at both the high school and college levels. I've excelled in school, as I skipped 5th grade and graduated a year early at the top of my class. My first attempt at the SAT granted me a score of 1460, which puts me in the top 1% of students overall. My reading/writing score was 790 (99th percentile), and my writing score was 670 (92nd percentile). 

Although that...

Hey there! I'm Isaiah. :)

I've worked for over a year as a writing tutor at Everett Community College, where I helped people at both the high school and college levels. I've excelled in school, as I skipped 5th grade and graduated a year early at the top of my class. My first attempt at the SAT granted me a score of 1460, which puts me in the top 1% of students overall. My reading/writing score was 790 (99th percentile), and my writing score was 670 (92nd percentile). 

Although that makes me seem like an avid writer, I actually excel most in debate. I placed among the top teams at the national competition last year and intend to take it to the top this year. In the past, I've researched and debated US federal military commitments, AI policy, dark web policy, antikleptocracy efforts, relations with Europe, and (this year) energy/environmental policy. Next year, I'll be on the Patrick Henry College Debate Team (a top-1% forensics/debate program). This experience makes me uniquely qualified to teach public speaking, topic research, logic, and critical thinking. 

I choose to tutor because I love to see the spark of recognition in the eyes of a student, and I want to help others with things that challenge me. Also, one of the best ways to learn a subject is to teach it. I believe everyone has the capability within themselves to accomplish their learning goals. My job as a tutor isn't to show someone how to get the answer, but to strengthen their own ability to find the answer. This has its limits, of course, but I'm here to be Socrates' midwife of ideas.


Education

Patrick Henry College
Government

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  • Hourly Rate: $40
  • Rate details: Since I'm just getting started on this platform, my rates are negotiable. I currently have them set to the lower end of the suggested range.
  • Lesson cancellation: 4 hours notice required
  • Background check passed on 2/27/2024

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Bible Studies

Bible Studies

I've been in church all my life, particularly in protestant circles. I'm in scripture daily with a partner because I take my walk with the Lord very seriously, but I'm able to work with people at any stage of spiritual growth. I teach Kids' church (3rd-6th grade) at Christ the Rock Fellowship monthly.
Debate

Debate

I've competed in multiple forms of debate at the national level since high-school, winning numerous regional tournaments and taking a gold medal at Stoa's National Invitational Tournament of Champions. Now, I coach debate for middle and high school students. I travel to competitions with my college, and I recently won Tournament Champion at an IPDA debate in Chicago.
English

English

I spent a year tutoring at the Everett Community College Writing Center. I mainly helped students with essays, but I also worked on poetry, discussion board posts, grammar assignments, lab reports, and speechwriting. I've also done asynchronous tutoring via email and zoom.
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

I've worked as a writing tutor for Everett Community College, where I helped college and high school students with their essays. I did both asynchronous work and one-on-one work for students that submitted their papers. I also trained other tutors. On Wyzant, I've helped students on honing their writing skills.
Public Speaking

Public Speaking

I've a seasoned speaker and debater. In my league, Stoa, I've won several regional tournaments and placed very well at nationals. I help lead in my club and can give sage advice on improving through exercises and demonstrations.
SAT Reading

SAT Reading

My reading score on the SAT was 39/40, which puts me in the 99th percentile of students. I'm additionally very knowledgeable in reading techniques/aids from my time at the EvCC Writing Center.
SAT Writing

SAT Writing

My SAT writing score was 40/40, which puts me in the 99th percentile of students. Of course, my skills from the EvCC Writing Center transfer over very well here too.
Elementary Math
Elementary Science
ESL/ESOL
Government & Politics
Grammar
Literature
Proofreading
Reading
Spelling
Vocabulary
Writing
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Great tutor

My son really enjoys working with Isaiah. He’s a patient and knowledgeable tutor who makes learning both effective and enjoyable.

Goldie, 7 lessons with Isaiah
Hourly Rate: $40
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