RGS Editing
Editor. Proofreader. Teacher.
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A Bit About Me
RGS Editing
Hey, I'm Richard! I have been a New Jersey-based editor since 2017. With a longstanding interest in a wide variety of topics and genres, I’ve built an extensive portfolio. My diverse experiences include editing and proofreading blog posts, articles, poetry anthologies, news letters, novels, essays, and much more!
Recent Articles
Latest Collection
Throughout my career I’ve held myself to the highest standards of editorial integrity, emphasizing careful research and diligent fact-checking. No matter how long it takes, I’m meticulous with my editing, never allowing a piece to be published with inaccuracies or overly complex language. Have a look below at the collection of articles I’ve recently worked on.
October 24, 2021
A high school French teacher often discusses with colleagues and students how much English, if any, is appropriate in the classroom.
October 18, 2021
Regardless of whether a school has adopted a specific set of educational standards, a teacher’s greatest goal is to help all their students develop these literacy skills.
September 20, 2021
The classrooms in which students are engaged in collaborative activities, where literacy skills are practiced and integrated with discipline-based learning, those are usually the ones with the highest test scores.
What Makes Adolescent Reading Different?
August 28, 2021
Student performance on literacy assessments, especially in reading, significantly decreases in grades 4 and 5. What happens in these intermediate grades?
June 30, 2021
Writing is multimodal.
May 11, 2021
What are assessments, why do we use them, and what can we do to make them more informative as we shift our instructional practices from an outdated 19th Century model to an innovative and progressive model that reflects the needs of the 21st Century?
Testimonials
Richard is a master of words. He quickly comes up with puns and powerful expressions, and uses his good nature to make people feel comfortable with his strong critique.
Emily B
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How Did I Do?
FAQ
How much do you charge?
I charge based upon original word count. For both fiction and nonfiction pieces, I charge $0.05 per word.
How can I send you my writing?
When editing, I add comments on a Google Document, or track changes on Microsoft Word. Either way, your original writing will remain as written, with my suggestions on the side. Please use the "Contact Me" section below to tell me more about your specific writing!
What do you look for when you are editing?
I look for proper grammar, spelling, punctuation, and capitalization when editing. I also ensure that things like voice, organization, style are consistent.
What types of writing have you edited?
I have edited the following types of writing, among others:
Poetry anthologies
Articles
Novels
Essays
Blog Posts
Contact Me
Feel free to get in touch about proofreading, editing, or anything else you’re curious about. My rates differ depending on the length and project.