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Michelle2

Michelle2

Native language:
English
Total orders:
53
Nationality:
United States
Residence:
United States
Skills
  • Business English
  • Beginner
  • Advanced
  • American English
  • Kids
  • Exam Preparation
Certifications
Macaulay Honors College at Baruch College / CUNY (New York, NY): Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude - English/Journalism
Announcements
はじめまして! My name is Michelle and I'm an editor based in New York, where I was also born and raised. I have professional experience in writing, editing, and website content production, primarily for nonprofits. I have always been interested in editing, teaching and coaching writers whose native language is not English. I believe my strengths as an instructor are keen attention to detail, empathy (I am currently studying Japanese, so I understand how challenging writing in another language can be!), and encouraging customers to find and improve their own unique voice in their writing. I hope that by working with me, I can help you find enjoyment and confidence in your written English skills. Thank you for visiting my profile, and for reading this far -- it would be my pleasure to work with you!
Hobbies/Travel
My hobbies include reading, yoga, walking in nature, theater, and travel. So far my favorite countries to visit have been Iceland and Japan (especially Niigata, I love the mountains). My husband is from Japan so we visit quite frequently to see his family; I'm excited to explore more prefectures. I would also love to visit New Zealand some day.
Message from the instructor
For my text correction style, I strive to preserve the writer's voice as much as possible. I will tailor my editing to your request, but as a baseline I will always ensure correct grammar and help improve understandability. I will provide detailed explanations for any grammatical changes I've suggested (with examples to make it easy for customers to remember for future cases), and I will also suggest alternative phrasings when appropriate if something else might sound more natural or clear in English.
  • wakaran

    wakaran

    Thank you for your feedback. Your detailed explanations were easy to follow, and the alternative sentences you offered me were very useful! Unfortunately, I don’t think that the mobile driver’s license will be ready by March.

    ★★★★★
  • wakaran

    wakaran

    Thank you for your feedback. Your detailed explanations were easy to follow, and the alternative sentences you offered me were very useful! I believe that giving children higher education for an affordable price, or hopefully for free, is a government’s job.

    ★★★★★
  • Hikaru123

    Hikaru123

    My apologies for the late reply. Thank you for your explanations and suggestions. I look forward to taking your lesson again.

    ★★★★★
  • wakaran

    wakaran

    Thank you for your detailed feedback! It was easy to follow and very helpful as always. Baseball has been declining in popularity in Japan partly because most junior high and high school baseball teams are like an army. Students have to shave their heads, and they also need to obey their coaches even though their instructions do not make sense.

    ★★★★★
  • ie1133

    ie1133

    Dear Michelle2 san Thank you for your informative corrections. I'm ashamed of having made a lot of careless typos. I'll be more careful. “Valentine's Day and White Day are of Christian origin, so they don't have any intrinsic meaning in Japanese culture.” =I love this alternative. "Intrinsic" is a new word to me. The phrase "it can be inferred"that you used in your explanation interests me. Would you plesea allow me to use it? “Therefore, there isn't much point in widely observing Christian holidays in Japan.” = I love this option. "---I've suggested “tried” --“struggled,” "pushed” and “worked hard.” We would more likely use the verb “challenged” to talk about disputing, --- (for example, “The election results are being challenged"--- =Isee. I'm interested in this implication. The example associates me with the next- possible president Mr. Trump. I understand that "Challenge" has a sense of formalized strength. "-----changing “can be accepted” to “it's easier to accept,”------since the process of accepting holidays is not a formal one, --- = I see. " Accepted" sounds like a formal offer being accepted, so, for evryday conversation "easier" or "harder" are a better match with "accept." Other than these, you kindly show me a vriaty of nuances and alternatives, which are verey helpful. Best regards, -

    ★★★★★
  • Hikaru123

    Hikaru123

    I apologize for the late reply. Thank you for your explanations and suggestions. I learned a lot! I look forward to taking your lesson again.

    ★★★★★
  • wakaran

    wakaran

    Thank you for your detailed feedback, and sorry for my late reply. Your comments were easy to follow and very helpful!

    ★★★★★
  • Hikaru123

    Hikaru123

    Thank you for your explanations and suggestions. I’m happy with my new car so far! I look forward to taking your lesson again.

    ★★★★★
  • Hikaru123

    Hikaru123

    Thank you for your explanations and suggestions. All of them are really helpful for me! I look forward to taking your lesson again.

    ★★★★★
  • wakaran

    wakaran

    Thank you for your feedback! It was easy to follow. You helped me learn a lot of new words and phrases: In particular, the difference between “need” and “require,” “indulgence,” and the verb “average.” E-books are easy to collect, but the problem is that they would become unavailable if the website you purchase them on closed down.

    ★★★★★
  • Hikaru123

    Hikaru123

    Thank you for your explanations and suggestions. I look forward to taking your lesson again!

    ★★★★★
  • Hikaru123

    Hikaru123

    Thank you for your explanations and suggestions. I think gym habits are the same in Japan; some people are gym rats, whereas others easily lose their motivation to work out like me! I look forward to taking your lesson again.

    ★★★★★
  • ASAKI

    ASAKI

    I love your correct!! Thank you so much.

    ★★★★★
  • Hikaru123

    Hikaru123

    Thank you for your explanations and suggestions. I learned a lot! I look forward to taking your lesson again.

    ★★★★★
  • wakaran

    wakaran

    Thank you for your feedback. Your suggestions were easy to follow and very helpful!

    ★★★★★

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