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| education | Certificate in Editing, 2009 University of Washington, Seattle, WA M.S. Biology, 1999, University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI B.S. Marine Biology (with a minor in English), magna cum laude, 1991 College of Charleston, Charleston, SC |
| writing & editing | 2000–present: Curriculum specialist and principal writer for a nationally-recognized educational company. I have been a key member of the writing team for this company since 2000. My expertise includes a quick ability to research and write about complex information so that it is interesting and accessible to readers, a keen sensibility for developing engaging educational materials, and a passion for unifying language and text formatting through proofreading and editing. Of the 10+ texts our company has published since 2000, I have been the lead author on two earth science texts. This work experience has allowed me to grow and thoroughly enjoy writing, editing, and researching in a challenging but supportive and team-oriented environment. I have expertise in using Adobe Framemaker and Microsoft Word (including Track Changes). |
| 2008 – present: Freelance proofreader and editor in the Seattle area. In the past few years, I have happily edited websites, memoirs, a self-help book manuscript, and various essays and cover letters for individuals seeking employment. |
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| teaching | 1998 – 2000: Math/Science Instructor, grades 9 – 12, School One, Providence, RI. |
| 1991 – 1997: Teaching Assistant, Department of Biological Sciences, University of Rhode Island. |
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| additional | 2007 – present: Member of Seattle Circle and a member of the Tuning the Air guitar ensemble performance team for two years (www.seattlecircle.org). |
| 2003 – 2007: Member of Guitar Circle New England based in Boston, MA. |
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| 2006: Recipient of an LLC grant from the City of Somerville, Massachusetts, to choreograph a performance of musicians and dancers. |
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| 2003 – present: Professional Middle Eastern dancer and instructor. Currently a member of the Tawasol World Dance Ensemble. |
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| 2001 – 2007: Various positions on committees at my church in Cambridge, MA including two years as the Social Action Chairperson. |
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| General interests include science, botany, all the arts, literature, languages, and social justice. |
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To inquire about my proofreading, editing, and writing services,
please contact mb@abelediting.com.
last update: March 8, 2012