Editing and Tutoring
with Mia Powell
Work with me to polish your personal or academic writing project and improve your written communication and analysis skills. Find descriptions of available services below, as well as a link to request a slot in my schedule. Thank you for considering me for your writing needs!
Editing
This blended editing service includes a read-through of your project for accurate writing (grammar, punctuation, typo checks, etc.), and occasional rewording for flow or ease of reading. Includes proofreading for up to two revised versions of your document (tracked changes on)!
$0.03 per word
- Unblended high-level proofreading: $0.02 per word
- Blended line and developmental editing: starting at $0.06 per word
Feedback
As a separate service, I will provide commentary on your project, including areas of improvement and explanations for large or recurring edits, so you know what to do next time! This includes a run-down of developmental edits and beta-reader commentary. This level of feedback is ideal for those projects you’re nearly done with, not for first- or second-round drafts. I am not taking on alpha critiques at this time.
$0.08 per word
Tutoring
I can work with you (and your instructor!) to help improve your understanding of the material and assignments for any English Language Arts or related course, and your written communication for that understanding.
While curriculum is in process, I am not taking on independent writing students at this time. This tutoring option is for school courses only.
$30 per hour (virtual)
Click here to request services. I will respond within two business days.
Credentials
- Bachelor’s degree in English (writing focus) – Dominican University, 2019
- Master’s degree in Teaching (secondary ELA) – Dominican University, 2021
- Teaching license (secondary ELA) – Illinois Department of Education
- Taught 10th and 11th grade English 2019 – 2022
- Taught 11th grade AP Language and Composition 2021 – 2022
- Freelance editing 2016 – Present
- Business editing 2022 – Present
Notes:
(1) I must confirm business projects do not pose a conflict of interest with my full-time employer. Please allow additional time to confirm this with the firm’s records before I take on your project.
(2) I do not speak a second language fluently; I am currently only able to communicate, tutor, and edit in English. If you are providing a translated draft, I can only take on those drafts which were originally written in Italian (skill level: intermediate), and I will require the original document as well.
Reviews
Amy F.
“Mia has a great eye for detail and a natural understanding of narrative flow. She’s a pleasure to work with and a credit to my writing.”
Marina M.
“I had a wonderful experience and would highly recommend proofreading by Mia for any need. I felt that my words and ideas were heightened with her input without losing my personal voice. She had everything done in a timely and professional manner.”
Sanne K.
“Having Mia proofread and edit my college papers was so helpful! It is easy to miss errors and having her expertise made my papers sound more professional and helped me get better grades! I highly recommend her for any editing needs you may have!”
Mia Powell 