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Academic Writing Coach & Proofreader | College, Graduate, Professional
Kirsten C.

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Hi, I’m Kirsten. I specialize in academic writing support, proofreading, and academic coaching for high school, college, and graduate students, as well as professionals. I approach writing as an educator first: my goal is not just to improve a single paper, but to help writers become more confident, independent writers who can apply what they learn throughout their educational and professional careers. In addition to tutoring on Wyzant, I own and operate an editorial and academic coaching...

Hi, I’m Kirsten. I specialize in academic writing support, proofreading, and academic coaching for high school, college, and graduate students, as well as professionals. I approach writing as an educator first: my goal is not just to improve a single paper, but to help writers become more confident, independent writers who can apply what they learn throughout their educational and professional careers. In addition to tutoring on Wyzant, I own and operate an editorial and academic coaching practice based in Bozeman, Montana.

My work focuses on educator-level revision rather than surface-level error correction. I help writers understand why a draft isn’t working yet and how to improve it—strengthening and organizing structure, clarifying ideas, developing arguments, refining sentence-level clarity, and meeting academic expectations. I regularly support essays, research papers, capstones, and other high-stakes writing. A core part of my work is guiding students who can explain their ideas verbally but struggle to translate those ideas into clear written form. I also provide detailed citation and bibliography support in APA, MLA, and Chicago styles.

My Spanish background includes over ten years of coursework, a year studying in Chile, and professional experience as a Spanish–English interpreter. I tutor Spanish at the beginner to early-intermediate level with a focus on grammar, reading, and writing; I do not offer conversational or fluency-based tutoring.

I currently work as a course director and instructor in outdoor education and wilderness medicine and have spent the past seven years in wilderness education. That experience shapes how I explain complex material, adapt to different learning styles, and teach for real understanding.

If you’re looking for focused, supportive help with academic writing, revision, citation work, Spanish foundations, academic coaching, or related digital skills, I’d be glad to work with you.

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Education

University of California Santa Barbara
Environment, Spanish
La Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Graduate Coursework

Additional Languages

Spanish

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $45
  • Rate details: The 1st cancellation within 24 hours of our lesson is free. After that, I charge 50% of our agreed upon rate.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 1/1/2026

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

English

English

I support students with academic English skills including reading comprehension, essay writing, grammar in context, and vocabulary development. I work with high school and college students to strengthen clarity, structure, and academic expectations in their writing. My approach emphasizes understanding and application rather than rote grammar drills, helping students build confidence and independence over time.
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

I help students plan, draft, and refine essays for English and other subjects. My approach focuses on structure, thesis development, and flow while building long-term writing confidence. I draw on my experience editing professional and academic work to teach strategies that make essays clear and compelling.
Proofreading

Proofreading

Experienced proofreader and editor specializing in academic and professional writing. I’ve provided editing support for legal, real estate, ecology research, and recreation-industry clients, as well as college and graduate-level students. My work focuses on clarity, grammar, tone, and academic conventions while preserving each writer’s voice. I emphasize helping writers understand revisions so they can apply those skills independently in future work.
Spanish

Spanish

Fluent in Spanish with over 10 years of coursework, including a year studying in Chile and a university minor in Spanish Language and Cultural Studies. I tutor academic Spanish for middle school, high school, and adult learners, focusing on grammar, reading comprehension, writing support, and test preparation rather than casual conversation practice. I also have professional experience as a Spanish–English interpreter, which strengthens my attention to accuracy, nuance, and practical language use.
Writing

Writing

I help students strengthen writing skills across genres—from academic essays to professional communication. My approach focuses on structure, clarity, and critical thinking, with an emphasis on helping writers develop and organize their ideas effectively. I draw on extensive experience supporting academic and professional writing to teach strategies that meet higher-level academic expectations while building long-term confidence.
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Exceptional Tutoring Experience with Kristen

Kristen is an exceptional tutor who played a crucial role in the success of my 7-9 page research paper for my introductory law class. Tasked with writing a research paper on a topic within the field of legal studies, I initially felt overwhelmed by the complexity and depth required. Kristen's reading, writing, editing, and proofreading expertise was invaluable. She meticulously reviewed my work, providing insightful feedback that significantly improved my paper's clarity, coherence, and overall quality. Her attention to detail and skill in refining my writing helped me better articulate my arguments and present my research more effectively. Kristen's constructive criticism and suggestions enhanced the paper and improved my academic writing skills. Her guidance was instrumental in helping me achieve a high standard of writing. I wholeheartedly recommend Kristen as a tutor. Her dedication, skill, and passion for teaching are evident in the support she provides. Kristen is an excellent choice whether you need help with writing, editing, or proofreading. She is truly outstanding at what she does.

Emily, 6 lessons with Kirsten
Tutor responded:

Emily, thank you so much for this wonderful review. I am so happy that I was able to make such a difference for you. I wish you all the best, and hope to help you again in the future. -Kirsten

Fantastic tutor

My 8th grader just started working with Kirsten on Spanish and found the session to be engaging and productive. She is patient and explains everything well. He is excited to continue working with her.

Chaitali, 7 lessons with Kirsten
Tutor responded:

Thank you so much for the review, Chaitali! I am looking forward to continuing to work with Vihan and to see him grow with this new language.

Knowledgeable and Creative Tutor

Kirsten was able to help my son at the last minute on a Sunday to help him prepare for an oral exam in Spanish. My son has struggled with the language and she was able to help him with his fluency and give him ideas on how to relax and prepare himself just before the exam started. She's a great addition to my sons Spanish education! Highly recommend!!

Victoria, 26 lessons with Kirsten
Tutor responded:

Victoria, thank you for your review :) I'm so glad to hear about Matt's exam! I'm sure you're both so proud. I hope to continue working with him. -Kirsten

Patient and Knowledgeable!!!

I couldn’t be happier with my experience learning Spanish with Kristen. As a complete beginner, I was nervous about starting, but she made everything approachable and fun. Her teaching style is interactive and encouraging. Each lesson I have homework assigned. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to learn Spanish, whether you’re a beginner or looking to deepen your skills. I’m grateful to have found such an amazing tutor!

Kiyanna, 4 lessons with Kirsten
Tutor responded:

Dearest Kiyanna, watching your improvement in such a short period of time has been wonderful. Thank you so much for this lovely review. I hope that we can continue working together. -Kirsten