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Professional Editing, Proofreading & Tutoring Services

Clear, confident English opens doors — academically, professionally, and creatively. With over a decade of experience as a proofreader, editor, and English Quality Specialist, plus extensive teaching credentials and classroom experience, I help writers and students communicate with clarity, precision, and confidence.

I am certified by the State of Arizona as a Substitute Teacher and Adult Education Teacher, and I hold both TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) and TBE (Teaching Business English) certifications. I also bring six years of experience teaching ESL to adult learners, allowing me to bridge professional editing expertise with effective, student-centered instruction.

Proofreading & Editing Services

I provide meticulous proofreading and light content editing for projects of any length, with reliable turnaround times and careful attention to tone, consistency, and clarity.

Ideal for:

  • Fiction & non-fiction manuscripts

  • Academic papers & personal statements

  • Journalistic articles & blog posts

  • Professional documents & web content

Rate:

  • General Proofreading & Editing: $0.02 per word

This service focuses on grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, clarity, and overall flow, while preserving your original voice.

English Quality Inspection (EQI)

As an experienced English Quality Specialist, I specialize in refining translated content into natural, fluent American English. This goes beyond basic proofreading to ensure the text sounds authentic, culturally appropriate, and professionally written.

Ideal for:

  • Translated documents & articles

  • Technical or instructional materials

  • Manuals, guides, and professional content

  • Marketing copy and public-facing materials

Rates:

  • English Quality Inspection (long-form documents, manuals, articles): $0.02 per word

  • English Quality Inspection (menus, short manuals, instructions, ads): $0.01 per word

English Tutoring & Academic Support

I offer personalized tutoring and academic support for children, teens, college students, and adult learners, including ESL students and returning students navigating higher education.

Sessions are supportive, practical, and customized to each learner’s age, level, and goals.

Tutoring subjects & support areas include:

  • ESL conversation, fluency, and comprehension

  • English Language Arts (ELA)

  • Grammar, writing, and composition

  • Social Studies & Humanities

  • Academic reading & critical thinking

  • College application & admissions essays

  • Personal statements and scholarship essays

  • Proofreading coaching (learn to self-edit)

  • Study skills, organization, and academic confidence

Format:

  • One-on-one virtual sessions

  • Individualized lesson plans

  • Age-appropriate and goal-focused instruction

  • Flexible scheduling

Rates:

  • Tutoring is billed hourly. Please contact me to discuss your needs and receive a personalized quote.

Get a Quote

Every project and learner is unique. Contact me with details about your document or tutoring needs, and I’ll be happy to provide a tailored quote or recommend the best service for your situation.

I look forward to helping you make your English work for you.

 




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