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We are looking for a skilled editor to review an Educational Resource Guide with 9,000 words or fewer. The ideal candidate will have experience editing in U.S. English, strong skills in error detection, including punctuation and grammar, and a background in special education in a school setting. Responsibilities: *Edit and proofread the manuscript for grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors *Maintain consistency in tone, style, and voice throughout the guide (POV—teacher, parent, administrator) *Collaborate with the author to improve the overall quality of the publication PLEASE NOTE: THE FIRST MILESTONE WILL BE A PAID TEST EDIT ($10). A one-page sample of the manuscript will be used to assess your editing skills and determine if you are suitable for the full project. IF HIRED, THE BUDGET FOR THE COMPLETE PROJECT IS $135. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY UNLESS YOU ARE WILLING TO COMPLETE THE PROJECT WITHIN THIS BUDGET. REQUIREMENTS: *Proven experience as a guide editor; familiarity with Special Education is a plus. *Excellent knowledge of U.S. English grammar, spelling, and punctuation. *Experience formatting guides for readability and structure for the target audience. *Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with the author. *Attention to detail and strong organizational skills. *Ability to deliver quickly. If you are a skilled editor with a passion for resource guides, educational materials, books, or SPED knowledge, please submit your application along with your resume and portfolio. We look forward to hearing from you! NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT: "The recipient of the manuscript acknowledges that the manuscript and its contents are confidential and proprietary to the author. The recipient agrees not to disclose or share the manuscript or any information contained therein with any third party, except for the recipient's professional staff who need to know for the purpose of editing the manuscript. The recipient further agrees not to use or exploit the contents or story of the manuscript for any personal or commercial purpose outside of editing the manuscript, without the prior written consent of the author."