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Robin D. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Robin D.
65/hour

Chicago, IL

Need Help with College Essays, English Teacher and Writer

Most of my photography involves people, and I have traveled across the U.S. and Africa documenting people's lives. I shoot with Canon equipment, and work on a Mac book in Photoshop and Lightroom to edit.

5.0 (4)
65/hour
9 hours tutoring

Most of my photography involves people, and I have traveled across the U.S. and Africa documenting people's lives. I shoot with Canon equipment, and work on a Mac book in Photoshop and Lightroom to edit.

Stanley M. Near Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Stanley M.
60/hour

Near Chicago, IL

Microsoft Excel Specialist with Accounting & Science degrees

I can write letters, resumes, etc in Word. I have also passed a Microsoft certification in the 2007 version. I know enough to manipulate/edit as necessary and where necessary. Word is user friendly software and the menu is your friend.

4.7 (36)
60/hour
118 hours tutoring

I can write letters, resumes, etc in Word. I have also passed a Microsoft certification in the 2007 version. I know enough to manipulate/edit as necessary and where necessary. Word is user friendly software and the menu is your friend.

Steven F. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Steven F.
100/hour

Chicago, IL

Two-time Emmy nominated filmmaker with Premiere Pro Experience

I am a two-time Emmy nominated filmmaker with with 30-years of filmmaking and editing experience, plus 20 years of Premiere Pro experience.

5.0 (23)
100/hour
58 hours tutoring

I am a two-time Emmy nominated filmmaker with with 30-years of filmmaking and editing experience, plus 20 years of Premiere Pro experience.

Susan Z. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Susan Z.
65/hour

Chicago, IL

PhD Candidate at University of Chicago; years of teaching and editing

I've worked for a scholarly press in multiple capacities and have also performed quite a bit of free-lance copyediting. I have an excellent eye for detail, know both MLA and Chicago style very well, and can perform all levels of editing work, whether proofreading, copyediting, or more substantive...

4.9 (82)
65/hour
219 hours tutoring

I've worked for a scholarly press in multiple capacities and have also performed quite a bit of free-lance copyediting. I have an excellent eye for detail, know both MLA and Chicago style very well, and can perform all levels of editing work, whether proofreading, copyediting, or more substantive...

Jordyn J. Near Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jordyn J.
215/hour

Near Chicago, IL

EM Attending - personal statements, school apps, interview prep

My name is Jordyn and I am an emergency medicine attending physician. As a tutor, my passion lies in helping students with their applications to make their dreams come true. From personal statement editing to reviewing your application as a whole and even interview prep, I take great pride in walking through the...

5.0 (46)
215/hour
102 hours tutoring

My name is Jordyn and I am an emergency medicine attending physician. As a tutor, my passion lies in helping students with their applications to make their dreams come true. From personal statement editing to reviewing your application as a whole and even interview prep, I take great pride in walking through the...

Amelia W. Near Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Amelia W.
100/hour

Near Chicago, IL

Latin and Ancient Greek Tutor; Also Experienced in Editing Essays

More generally, as a tutor, I am very patient and flexible, always keeping a student's goals and motivations in mind when planning and teaching lessons. --------------------- In addition to tutoring Latin and Greek, I also help students brainstorm, edit, and proofread essays and term papers. I am...

5.0 (302)
100/hour
830 hours tutoring

More generally, as a tutor, I am very patient and flexible, always keeping a student's goals and motivations in mind when planning and teaching lessons. --------------------- In addition to tutoring Latin and Greek, I also help students brainstorm, edit, and proofread essays and term papers. I am...

Labake O. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Labake O.
100/hour

Chicago, IL

Medical Student Specializing in Personal Statements and Interview prep

This experience gave me valuable insight into what makes an application stand out throughout every stage of the admissions process. Over the past several years, I have worked with dozens of applicants on medical school admissions coaching, including personal statement editing, AMCAS and secondary application...

5.0 (7)
100/hour
31 hours tutoring

This experience gave me valuable insight into what makes an application stand out throughout every stage of the admissions process. Over the past several years, I have worked with dozens of applicants on medical school admissions coaching, including personal statement editing, AMCAS and secondary application...

Emma Y. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Emma Y.
50/hour

Chicago, IL

EXTROVERTED Ivy League AP, SAT, WRITING teacher

I have organized, crafted, proofread, branded, and edited 40 educational workbooks, which are available to purchase online on my website or teacherspayteachers. I also have 4 years of teaching experience with teaching English for various ages from 1st-8th grade (1 year), AP US history / high school English...

4.7 (7)
50/hour
85 hours tutoring
Response time: 8 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I have organized, crafted, proofread, branded, and edited 40 educational workbooks, which are available to purchase online on my website or teacherspayteachers. I also have 4 years of teaching experience with teaching English for various ages from 1st-8th grade (1 year), AP US history / high school English...

Jason H. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jason H.
80/hour

Chicago, IL

Digital Art Instructor with emphasis in 2D and 3D animation

I have taken a variety of film classes, written about many films in graduate school, and teach acting and animation history which inescapably intersects the world of film theory and practice. Additionally, as a 3D compositor, I deal with issues of color-correction, lighting, staging, and editing as I attempt to...

5.0 (672)
80/hour
2,594 hours tutoring
Response time: 4 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I have taken a variety of film classes, written about many films in graduate school, and teach acting and animation history which inescapably intersects the world of film theory and practice. Additionally, as a 3D compositor, I deal with issues of color-correction, lighting, staging, and editing as I attempt to...

Katherine R. Near Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Katherine R.
55/hour

Near Chicago, IL

Ivy League Student for College Application Tutoring and Essay Editing

...personal statements, and essays. This process includes finding best fit colleges, making a plan for standardized testing, preparing for interviews, brainstorming, editing, and finalizing the personal statement and supplemental essays, and taking steps to transition to independent, college life. The students I have tutored have...

5.0 (1)
55/hour
44 hours tutoring

...personal statements, and essays. This process includes finding best fit colleges, making a plan for standardized testing, preparing for interviews, brainstorming, editing, and finalizing the personal statement and supplemental essays, and taking steps to transition to independent, college life. The students I have tutored have...

Connie T. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Connie T.
33/hour

Chicago, IL

Break down language knots and complex issues

...most rewarding experience, and a lifelong achievement for the individual. In addition to ESL for Immigrants, I also handle tutoring lessons in literature, editing, writing for advertisements, press releases and newsletters....

4.8 (249)
33/hour
1,174 hours tutoring

...most rewarding experience, and a lifelong achievement for the individual. In addition to ESL for Immigrants, I also handle tutoring lessons in literature, editing, writing for advertisements, press releases and newsletters....

Maya T. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Maya T.
23/hour

Chicago, IL

Experienced Personal Statement Tutor | MA from UChicago

I was accepted to all seven undergraduate schools I applied to, and later to the University of Chicago for my Master’s program, thanks in large part to my personal statement. With lots of experience in writing and editing, I love helping students find their unique voice and turn their ideas into clear, powerful...

5.0 (41)
23/hour
108 hours tutoring

I was accepted to all seven undergraduate schools I applied to, and later to the University of Chicago for my Master’s program, thanks in large part to my personal statement. With lots of experience in writing and editing, I love helping students find their unique voice and turn their ideas into clear, powerful...

Samiya M. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Samiya M.
80/hour

Chicago, IL

Medical Student at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

I was a medical school applicant during the 2023-2024 admissions cycle and was invited to interview at 10 MD schools across the country. I have experiences editing personal statements and secondary essays, as well as helping students prepare for interviews (behavioral/traditional and MMIs).

5.0 (12)
80/hour
39 hours tutoring

I was a medical school applicant during the 2023-2024 admissions cycle and was invited to interview at 10 MD schools across the country. I have experiences editing personal statements and secondary essays, as well as helping students prepare for interviews (behavioral/traditional and MMIs).

Jen G. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jen G.
40/hour

Chicago, IL

Experienced English/Communication Teacher | Writing Coach | Editor

I have taught high level English, business English and university level English including all facets of research writing from idea development to organization and structure to proofreading and editing.

4.9 (427)
40/hour
2,217 hours tutoring

I have taught high level English, business English and university level English including all facets of research writing from idea development to organization and structure to proofreading and editing.

Emma J. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Emma J.
60/hour

Chicago, IL

Journalist, Published Poet, and Essayist with Tutoring Experience

That's why I love creative writing of all forms—the challenge it poses, the artistry of crafting sentences, and the emotional exploration it allows. Whether you want help revising a short story or editing a portfolio of poems, I am here to help. My poems and essays have been published in numerous print and...

5.0 (4)
60/hour
5 hours tutoring

That's why I love creative writing of all forms—the challenge it poses, the artistry of crafting sentences, and the emotional exploration it allows. Whether you want help revising a short story or editing a portfolio of poems, I am here to help. My poems and essays have been published in numerous print and...

Sabrina I. Near Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sabrina I.
45/hour

Near Chicago, IL

Native English Speaker and Language Tutor

English is my native language, and as a voracious reader I can help you write and edit essays, spellcheck, reword phrases, and recommend great pieces of writing. I’m currently a foreign language tutor and am learning new words every day, not to mention constantly discovering something new about languages.

5.0 (217)
45/hour
503 hours tutoring

English is my native language, and as a voracious reader I can help you write and edit essays, spellcheck, reword phrases, and recommend great pieces of writing. I’m currently a foreign language tutor and am learning new words every day, not to mention constantly discovering something new about languages.

Nicholas D. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nicholas D.
40/hour

Chicago, IL

Essay/Logic/Creative Writing Tutor

...office hours weekly to help students improve their writing at all parts of the process. From interpreting a text/developing close-reading skills, to drafting and editing, I worked one-on-one with students to improve not only their papers, but their writing skills as well. This position included creating a curriculum for a smaller...

4.8 (11)
40/hour
28 hours tutoring

...office hours weekly to help students improve their writing at all parts of the process. From interpreting a text/developing close-reading skills, to drafting and editing, I worked one-on-one with students to improve not only their papers, but their writing skills as well. This position included creating a curriculum for a smaller...

Samantha R. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Samantha R.
50/hour

Chicago, IL

Writer with 8 years of copywriting and editing experience

I have worked as a full-time copywriter for 7+ years and a content editor for the past year. I scored a 169 on the GRE Verbal section and a 5.0 on the analytical writing section. I am also finishing up my Master's in Elementary Education and have experience teaching writing at the primary level. I would be comfortable...

5.0 (15)
50/hour
35 hours tutoring

I have worked as a full-time copywriter for 7+ years and a content editor for the past year. I scored a 169 on the GRE Verbal section and a 5.0 on the analytical writing section. I am also finishing up my Master's in Elementary Education and have experience teaching writing at the primary level. I would be comfortable...

Anna L. Near Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Anna L.
50/hour

Near Chicago, IL

Proofreading Expert with Years of Experience as an Editor

I have special insight when it comes to helping students edit their application essays or papers for school and can guarantee you a more polished piece of writing after working with me. Contact me if you need any help editing, organizing, proofreading, or brainstorming for your essay. I can help your best...

5.0 (225)
50/hour
651 hours tutoring
Response time: 26 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I have special insight when it comes to helping students edit their application essays or papers for school and can guarantee you a more polished piece of writing after working with me. Contact me if you need any help editing, organizing, proofreading, or brainstorming for your essay. I can help your best...

Connor D. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Connor D.
60/hour

Chicago, IL

Ross MBA Interviewer + LinkedIn Storytelling Coach

I also have experience as a Ross interviewer, so I understand what evaluators listen for and what separates average answers from standout ones. Sessions include a story bank, structured behavioral answers, mock interviews, and direct feedback with concrete edits.

60/hour
13 hours tutoring

I also have experience as a Ross interviewer, so I understand what evaluators listen for and what separates average answers from standout ones. Sessions include a story bank, structured behavioral answers, mock interviews, and direct feedback with concrete edits.

Hason K. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Hason K.
65/hour

Chicago, IL

Ace Your Application and Any Interview!

I’ve been tutoring for years across all levels—from elementary school to graduate programs. My expertise spans a wide range of subjects: biology, biochemistry, anatomy, physiology, and literature (including essay writing and editing). I adapt my teaching to each student’s learning style, often using...

5.0 (45)
65/hour
78 hours tutoring
Response time: 16 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I’ve been tutoring for years across all levels—from elementary school to graduate programs. My expertise spans a wide range of subjects: biology, biochemistry, anatomy, physiology, and literature (including essay writing and editing). I adapt my teaching to each student’s learning style, often using...

Chhavi P. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Chhavi P.
55/hour

Chicago, IL

Study with CJ!Top-rated SAT/ACT, Writing, History, and Test Prep Tutor

Next, I help my students practice responses to these prompts by using appropriate sentence structure, vocabulary , transitions and organization. My experience with writing and editing helps me guide my students to proofread and edit their own work, and to make necessary changes. Another important aspect of...

4.9 (159)
55/hour
471 hours tutoring
Response time: 10 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

Next, I help my students practice responses to these prompts by using appropriate sentence structure, vocabulary , transitions and organization. My experience with writing and editing helps me guide my students to proofread and edit their own work, and to make necessary changes. Another important aspect of...

Nicholas S. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nicholas S.
65/hour

Chicago, IL

Experienced English tutor, Academic Writer, Editor, Essayist

As far as elements specific to essay writing, I have improved their ability to conduct formal research, and enabled many of them to self-critique, proofread and edit their own writing independently. The papers I assist my students with invariably receive the highest possible marks and are well-received by...

5.0 (362)
65/hour
1,080 hours tutoring

As far as elements specific to essay writing, I have improved their ability to conduct formal research, and enabled many of them to self-critique, proofread and edit their own writing independently. The papers I assist my students with invariably receive the highest possible marks and are well-received by...

Nicole D. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nicole D.
50/hour

Chicago, IL

Proofreading and Academic Editing

I help students, researchers, and professionals refine their written work to ensure clarity, accuracy, and proper style. My services include reviewing grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, and formatting, as well as improving overall readability and flow. I can assist with academic papers, essays, theses,...

5.0 (4)
50/hour
14 hours tutoring

I help students, researchers, and professionals refine their written work to ensure clarity, accuracy, and proper style. My services include reviewing grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, and formatting, as well as improving overall readability and flow. I can assist with academic papers, essays, theses,...

Molly B. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Molly B.
60/hour

Chicago, IL

Gender Studies and Peace Studies Major with Experience in Sociology

I graduated with honors from the University of Notre Dame after majoring in Gender Studies and Peace Studies, both fields in Sociology. I completed coursework that was cross-listed with Sociology for both of those majors, covering a full range of sociological subjects and disciplines. I edited papers for friends...

5.0 (96)
60/hour
207 hours tutoring

I graduated with honors from the University of Notre Dame after majoring in Gender Studies and Peace Studies, both fields in Sociology. I completed coursework that was cross-listed with Sociology for both of those majors, covering a full range of sociological subjects and disciplines. I edited papers for friends...

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Angel T.

1 editing lesson

I feel I will be a much better writer in all my future works because of the dedication that Patrice shared with me in completing my book. I will certainly pursue Patrice’s editing services in the future and would highly recommend her to anyone seeking a thorough, flexible and understanding editor. You will get so much more than just editing. The consulting Patrice provides while editing is above and beyond what you pay for.
Benjamin R.

2 editing lessons

As a working professional in the editing industry, she knows all the necessary workflows and best practices that are essential for success in the real world. Sasha's deep knowledge of Premiere Pro, combined with her practical approach to teaching, helped me to build the skills and confidence I needed to take on editing projects with ease. If you're looking for an editing tutor who can help you succeed in the real world, I highly recommend working with Sasha.
David U.

1 editing lesson

David is an enthusiastic, organized and patient teacher who inspires you to grow as a photographer and to learn more about the creative and practical side of photo editing. I look forward to our next time together and recommend David as a photographic and editing coach without any hesitation or reservation.
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