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The Best Proofreading Tutors in Illinois

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Peter B. Buffalo Grove, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Peter B.
30/hour

Buffalo Grove, IL

10 yr vet. Math/English/Writing/Vocab Tutor for 2nd - 10th students

Via tutoring centers, public schools, and Wyzant, I have been tutoring for almost 10 years. I am a Northwestern Univ. Grad with a degree in English/Essay Writing. I also possess a Teaching Certification/Degree from Northeastern. I am an...

4.9 (612)
30/hour
2,700 hours tutoring

Via tutoring centers, public schools, and Wyzant, I have been tutoring for almost 10 years. I am a Northwestern Univ. Grad with a degree in English/Essay Writing. I also possess a Teaching Certification/Degree from Northeastern. I am an...

Elisa V. Glen Ellyn, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Elisa V.
78/hour

Glen Ellyn, IL

MBA Grad | Expert in Business, Operations, & Accounting

As a graduate of the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, I bring a strong foundation in business and operations to my tutoring practice. My MBA coursework focused on strategy, operations management, and leadership, which has given me...

4.9 (22)
78/hour
227 hours tutoring
Response time: 11 minutes

As a graduate of the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, I bring a strong foundation in business and operations to my tutoring practice. My MBA coursework focused on strategy, operations management, and leadership, which has given me...

Rebecca S. Naperville, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Rebecca S.
80/hour

Naperville, IL

Certified English Teacher

I have read thousands of essays throughout my teaching career, proofreading for many types of common writing errors. I have also worked as a Peer Reviewer for an insurance agent, proofreading his documents before he submitted them...

5.0 (206)
80/hour
756 hours tutoring
Response time: 6 minutes

I have read thousands of essays throughout my teaching career, proofreading for many types of common writing errors. I have also worked as a Peer Reviewer for an insurance agent, proofreading his documents before he submitted them...

Eve B. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Eve B.
175/hour

Chicago, IL

Grammar and Writing Expert

I am an experienced and accomplished writer. I have presented three papers at major research conferences and earned cum laude honors on my senior thesis. As a proofreader, I can ensure that your grammar is impeccable and that your ideas are...

5.0 (291)
175/hour
763 hours tutoring
Response time: 41 minutes

I am an experienced and accomplished writer. I have presented three papers at major research conferences and earned cum laude honors on my senior thesis. As a proofreader, I can ensure that your grammar is impeccable and that your ideas are...

Diya S. Naperville, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Diya S.
35/hour

Naperville, IL

High-achieving passionate tutor specializing in English & Bio

Hi! My name is Diya and I am a current college student at Loyola who has always been helping others in high school whether it was through volunteering my time and teaching younger Freshman students English, Reading, and Science after school or...

4.9 (13)
35/hour
29 hours tutoring

Hi! My name is Diya and I am a current college student at Loyola who has always been helping others in high school whether it was through volunteering my time and teaching younger Freshman students English, Reading, and Science after school or...

Jeannie D. Edwardsville, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jeannie D.
45/hour

Edwardsville, IL

The Great Mistake Hunter

I have worked in numerous high-level corporate and educational environments for 30 years which has made me a crazy-good editor and proofreader. I have assisted Wyzant clients with college essays, dissertations, theses, business documents,...

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5.0 (183)
45/hour
597 hours tutoring
Response time: 47 minutes

I have worked in numerous high-level corporate and educational environments for 30 years which has made me a crazy-good editor and proofreader. I have assisted Wyzant clients with college essays, dissertations, theses, business documents,...

George A. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
George A.
120/hour

Chicago, IL

Experienced Tutor Specializing in Statistics and Math

Hi there, I'm George! I'm a PhD student studying Clinical Psychology at Vanderbilt University, and I love learning about and teaching statistics and psychological concepts. My tutoring process focuses on your experiences and goals, and I believe...

5.0 (140)
120/hour
375 hours tutoring

Hi there, I'm George! I'm a PhD student studying Clinical Psychology at Vanderbilt University, and I love learning about and teaching statistics and psychological concepts. My tutoring process focuses on your experiences and goals, and I believe...

Jessica B. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jessica B.
55/hour

Chicago, IL

Higher Ed staff |college advisor| UChicago graduate| language teacher

Top 10% Tutor on Wyzant in 2020! I'm an educator with 13+ years of experience, a Fulbrighter, and a 2-time AmeriCorps alumna. I am trained in FERPA, Title IX, and other laws related to working with student populations. My teaching interests...

5.0 (723)
55/hour
1,322 hours tutoring
Response time: 56 minutes

Top 10% Tutor on Wyzant in 2020! I'm an educator with 13+ years of experience, a Fulbrighter, and a 2-time AmeriCorps alumna. I am trained in FERPA, Title IX, and other laws related to working with student populations. My teaching interests...

Ashwinee M. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ashwinee M.
85/hour

Chicago, IL

Writing Editor | MD, Former Teacher, and Clear, Strategic Proofreader

I’m an MD and former high school teacher with strong experience in academic writing, revision, and helping writers communicate clearly under high-stakes circumstances. I help students strengthen admissions essays, personal statements, and...

4.7 (26)
85/hour
84 hours tutoring

I’m an MD and former high school teacher with strong experience in academic writing, revision, and helping writers communicate clearly under high-stakes circumstances. I help students strengthen admissions essays, personal statements, and...

Ekta K. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ekta K.
35/hour

Chicago, IL

Experienced, Engaging, and Eager Reading & Writing Tutor

Hi there! My name is Ekta and I graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor's degree in Management & Economics. For the past eight years, I have been a tutor to students in the third grade all the way to seniors in college. I have a wide variety...

4.9 (64)
35/hour
472 hours tutoring

Hi there! My name is Ekta and I graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor's degree in Management & Economics. For the past eight years, I have been a tutor to students in the third grade all the way to seniors in college. I have a wide variety...

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 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 editing.

4.9 (82)
65/hour
219 hours tutoring

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 editing.

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

Chicago, IL

Proofreader

I've always loved grammar and had a sharp eye for catching typos. This has translated to me being the final editor for all my friends and family - in school papers, applications, personal statements, resumes, and everything in between. I've worked...

5.0 (87)
60/hour
189 hours tutoring

I've always loved grammar and had a sharp eye for catching typos. This has translated to me being the final editor for all my friends and family - in school papers, applications, personal statements, resumes, and everything in between. I've worked...

Karin M. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Karin M.
64/hour

Chicago, IL

Experienced Test Prep and English Expert

I’m a lifelong learner and career educator. I teach all parts of standardized test prep, specializing in critical reading and annotation strategies, grammar fundamentals, and effective essay writing for the SAT, ACT, PSAT, ISEE, HSPT, AP, GRE,...

5.0 (25)
64/hour
251 hours tutoring

I’m a lifelong learner and career educator. I teach all parts of standardized test prep, specializing in critical reading and annotation strategies, grammar fundamentals, and effective essay writing for the SAT, ACT, PSAT, ISEE, HSPT, AP, GRE,...

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

Chicago, IL

Writing and Language Tutor

I have found memories of the tutors I worked with during my high school and college years. Whenever I struggled with a particular topic or curriculum, my tutors would kindly and patiently help me review my coursework, suggest learning strategies...

5.0 (27)
40/hour
240 hours tutoring

I have found memories of the tutors I worked with during my high school and college years. Whenever I struggled with a particular topic or curriculum, my tutors would kindly and patiently help me review my coursework, suggest learning strategies...

Emily S. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Emily S.
60/hour

Chicago, IL

Former Copy Chief at Michigan Daily

I ran the Copy Desk at University of Michigan's independent student newspaper, The Michigan Daily, where I was responsible for fact-checking and proofreading all articles.

4.9 (18)
60/hour
51 hours tutoring

I ran the Copy Desk at University of Michigan's independent student newspaper, The Michigan Daily, where I was responsible for fact-checking and proofreading all articles.

Elizabeth C. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Elizabeth C.
70/hour

Chicago, IL

Duke Law Student for LSAT Prep and Admissions Essays

My name is Elizabeth, and I'm a second-year law student at Duke University. I graduated from the University of Michigan Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy in 2020, where I received my B.A. in Public Policy with a concentration in Financial...

70/hour
22 hours tutoring

My name is Elizabeth, and I'm a second-year law student at Duke University. I graduated from the University of Michigan Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy in 2020, where I received my B.A. in Public Policy with a concentration in Financial...

Austin R. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Austin R.
75/hour

Chicago, IL

10+ years of paper writing and proofreading experience

I established myself in college as the go-to editing guy. I grew up with a professional copyeditor, and have read E.B. White's 'The Elements of Style' multiple times. I strive for clarity in my writing, and love crafting a well-formed sentence.

5.0 (17)
75/hour
89 hours tutoring

I established myself in college as the go-to editing guy. I grew up with a professional copyeditor, and have read E.B. White's 'The Elements of Style' multiple times. I strive for clarity in my writing, and love crafting a well-formed sentence.

Sebastian G. Westmont, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sebastian G.
100/hour

Westmont, IL

Passionate Social Science Educator- College and High School

I am new to tutoring and have a passion for all things social studies! I did a brief stint in the legal field after my undergrad before realizing that my passion lies in education. I now work in a high school as an academic support coordinator...

5.0 (11)
100/hour
37 hours tutoring

I am new to tutoring and have a passion for all things social studies! I did a brief stint in the legal field after my undergrad before realizing that my passion lies in education. I now work in a high school as an academic support coordinator...

Kathryn A. Saint Charles, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kathryn A.
45/hour

Saint Charles, IL

Expert Writer and Tutor

I have extensive experience as a writer and editor. I am certified in teaching and have worked as a professional writer for the past 5 years, writing for a variety of publications and clients. This has given me a strong grasp of grammar, syntax,...

5.0 (14)
45/hour
94 hours tutoring

I have extensive experience as a writer and editor. I am certified in teaching and have worked as a professional writer for the past 5 years, writing for a variety of publications and clients. This has given me a strong grasp of grammar, syntax,...

Linda W. Evanston, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Linda W.
60/hour

Evanston, IL

Ivy League MA; college app. essay help; HS/AP English and French tutor

Aside from undergraduate and graduate degrees in journalism, I spent many years working as a journalist, and that work included proofreading, copy editing, and fact checking. More recently I have worked with two tutoring organizations to...

5.0 (216)
60/hour
848 hours tutoring

Aside from undergraduate and graduate degrees in journalism, I spent many years working as a journalist, and that work included proofreading, copy editing, and fact checking. More recently I have worked with two tutoring organizations to...

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...

5.0 (350)
65/hour
1,013 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...

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

Hello everyone! I am a writer and English teacher living and working in downtown Chicago. I have a B.F.A. from Baylor University and last year received my M.F.A . in Fiction from the University of Oregon. I most recently taught Freshman Comp...

5.0 (4)
65/hour
8 hours tutoring

Hello everyone! I am a writer and English teacher living and working in downtown Chicago. I have a B.F.A. from Baylor University and last year received my M.F.A . in Fiction from the University of Oregon. I most recently taught Freshman Comp...

Jeff L. Evanston, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jeff L.
150/hour

Evanston, IL

A teacher, writer, and storyteller who can bring out your best work.

Hi! I've been a language and writing instructor at the City Colleges of Chicago for 31 years, helping students build their craft as writers and prepare undergraduate and graduate school application essays that highlight their strengths, passions...

5.0 (64)
150/hour
281 hours tutoring

Hi! I've been a language and writing instructor at the City Colleges of Chicago for 31 years, helping students build their craft as writers and prepare undergraduate and graduate school application essays that highlight their strengths, passions...

Noor K. Willowbrook, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Noor K.
150/hour

Willowbrook, IL

Proofreading

I have strong grammatical knowledge and experience as a writing tutor.

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5.0 (21)
150/hour
76 hours tutoring

I have strong grammatical knowledge and experience as a writing tutor.

James W. Woodridge, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
James W.
70/hour

Woodridge, IL

Veteran college instructor/writing coach/ACT/SAT tutor

I have proofread and copy edited well over a hundred college admissions essays and applications for law school, medical school, internships and scholarships. I have also taught Business Writing at The College of DuPage and Harper College...

5.0 (96)
70/hour
332 hours tutoring

I have proofread and copy edited well over a hundred college admissions essays and applications for law school, medical school, internships and scholarships. I have also taught Business Writing at The College of DuPage and Harper College...

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Rawan A.

1 Proofreading lesson

He helped me with proofreading my paper and make it better. I will recommend him to my friends because I’m so happy with the result. He helped me with proofreading my paper and make it better. I will recommend him to my friends because I’m so happy with the result. He helped me with proofreading my paper and make it better. I will recommend him to my friends because I’m so happy with the result.
Sue K.

3 Proofreading lessons

I am a happy repeat customer with Shelley for proofreading. With the first proofreading, her work was quick, clean, and clear. I am really impressed. So, when I needed another proofreading, I did not look any further, Shelley was my first choice and she did not disappoint me at all.
Saleh S.

1 Proofreading lesson

Lexus was great in helping improving my writing and did great job proofreading and fixing my draft. Excellent job! Lexus was great in helping improving my writing and did great job proofreading and fixing my draft. Excellent job! Lexus was great in helping improving my writing and did great job proofreading and fixing my draft. Excellent job!
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Illinois Proofreading Tutors Cost $35 - 60 per hour on average

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Proofreading Tutors in Illinois

Proofreading tutors in Illinois provide specialized support to help students and writers improve writing, editing, and grammar skills. Available options include in-person sessions in cities like Wheeling and Highland Park, as well as online tutoring across the state.

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