Simona Flavio
Freelance Editor, Transcriber And Writing Tutor
Johannesburg,GP
Summary
Diligent and detail-oriented freelance editor, transcriber, and academic writing tutor with 7 years of experience and a proven record of developing skilled writers.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor
Brightsparkz Tutors
08.2017 - Current
- Teaching Mathematics, Physical Science, Biology, English to children of various ages at primary and secondary school.
- Checking homework and assisting with examination preparation.
Editor and Transcriber
Freelance
09.2013 - Current
- Proofreading and correcting grammatical, spelling and style errors in English text.
- Converting audio-visual content into written text, according to the required style guidelines and project deadlines.
- Prepared, rewrote and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
Research Assistant
University of Stellenbosch
12.2013 - 09.2014
- Proofreading and correcting grammatical, spelling and style errors in postgraduate dissertation text.
- Administrative assistance and coordination of participants and researchers.
- Prepared, rewrote and edited pieces to improve readability and impact of proposals, findings and abstracts.
Academic Literacy Lecturer and Tutor
University of Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch, Western Cape
07.2013 - 07.2014
- Assessed students' progress throughout tutoring sessions and adjusted instructional methods and content focus.
- Provided one-on-one and small group instruction to over 20 students falling behind in academic writing skills.
- Created special handouts, study guides and enrichment materials to boost student knowledge.
Psychology 3 Tutor
Rhodes University
02.2007 - 11.2007
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Coached and mentored junior tutors on successful teaching strategies and time management.
Intern Community Engagement Officer
Social Development
05.2007 - 08.2007
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
- Served customers in a friendly, efficient manner following outlined steps of service.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Education
Master of Arts - Research Psychology
University of Stellenbosch
South Africa 01.2013 - 11.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology and English
Rhodes University
South Africa 01.2004 - 12.2006
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Skills
Group tutoring
In-person tutoring
Writing tutoring
Verbal and written communication
Writing assessments
Superb writer and editor
Quote
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney
Timeline
Tutor
Brightsparkz Tutors
08.2017 - Current
Research Assistant
University of Stellenbosch
12.2013 - 09.2014
Editor and Transcriber
Freelance
09.2013 - Current
Academic Literacy Lecturer and Tutor
University of Stellenbosch
07.2013 - 07.2014
Master of Arts - Research Psychology
University of Stellenbosch
01.2013 - 11.2015
Intern Community Engagement Officer
Social Development
05.2007 - 08.2007
Psychology 3 Tutor
Rhodes University
02.2007 - 11.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology and English
Rhodes University
01.2004 - 12.2006