Jon B. Moore, MSLS
Librarian | UX Researcher & Designer | Research & Writing Tutor
Assistant Professor, UNC Charlotte
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Services
College Prep & First Year Support
If you're just starting to think about college, I can help you become a candidate that stands out from the crowd. We'll boost your scores on standardized tests (like the SAT, GED, or GRE) by using a personalized curriculum to identify where you can grow, whether that's in the subject matter or test-taking skills. I can also help you write exceptional admissions essays that demonstrate the high level of writing proficiency my colleagues expect from the best undergraduate students. Finally, I can make sure you have the tools to persist through the first (and often most stressful) year of college.
Writing & Research Coaching
For undergraduates and high school students, I can help you create exceptional research papers and presentations by supporting you from the earliest brainstorm to the final submission. From academic databases and scholarly sources, to editing, proofreading, and mastering citation styles, I can share strategies that the most successful students use. The best research starts with what fascinates you. That's why my style puts your curiosity first. My role is to be an insider who can reveal the little-known tricks, demystify jargon, and cultivate your unique voice as an author.
Learning That's Approachable & Accessible
I strongly believe that everyone should have a chance to succeed in higher education. That's why I am strongly committed to making my services approachable and accessible to all types of learners.I especially love to work with first-generation college students and students with ADHD because I have been both. I know that things would have been so much easier for me with just a little bit of help. I want to share the lessons I learned so that you don't have to do it the hard way!
College Prep & First Year Support
The majority of college drop outs happen during the first year.†That's why the time between when you first start applying for colleges and when you complete your first year is the most critical for your success.I can help you prepare and follow through with a variety of services:
Improve your reading, writing, and math skills for standardized tests including the SAT, GED, and GRE
Write exceptional college admissions essays
Apply for scholarship and financial aid opportunities
Build study skills that set you up for academic achievement
Succeed in first-year general education courses in the humanities, math, and social sciences
I know what it's like to feel lost and overwhelmed by everything that you have to do. My goal is to do more than help you get into your dream school, but also help you stay there by using evidence-backed strategies for success.
†Hanson, M. (2024) College Dropout Rates. EducationData.org. https://educationdata.org/college-dropout-rates
Writing & Research Coaching
I'm prepared to offer comprehensive support at every stage of your research paper, presentation, or general writing assignments, from beginning to end.
From the research stage:
Formulating focused research questions based on your interests
Identifying and navigating subject-specific academic databases
Composing search queries that return superior sources
Vetting sources for the rigor that college instructors expect
Deciphering the structure and jargon of scholarly sources
To the writing stage:
Finding a drafting strategy that works for your learning style
Structuring your arguments, evidence, and findings effectively
Understanding plagiarism and how to avoid it
Analyzing and proofreading your writing and/or slides
Citing your sources in any of the major styles (MLA, APA, Chicago, etc.)
Whether you have just one project or a dozen, I can help you tackle them effectively through every step of the process.
Availability
My available hours for scheduling tutoring sessions are:
| Day | Start | End |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday | 11 AM | 6 PM |
| Monday | 5 PM | 9 PM |
| Tuesday – Thursday | Unavailable | |
| Friday | 5 PM | 9 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM | 6 PM |
Please note that my specific availability on a given week will depend on what other clients have booked. I will do my best to align our schedule with your goals depending on what is available.
Important Policies
I meet with students online only, anywhere in the USA.
You're free to cancel or reschedule as needed, but please provide at least 24-hours notice. After that point, meeting costs won't be refunded.
If you haven't joined a meeting by 15 minutes after its start time, I consider it a no-show.
Rates
I charge a flat rate of $80 per hour for clients with no subscription. You can get discounts if you subscribe for a certain number of hours each month. Additionally, new clients get half-off the first two months of their first subscription.Hours from subscriptions can be divided however you like across the month in sessions between 30 minutes and 2 hours.
| Rate | 2h/month | 4h/month | 6h/month | 8h/month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Clients* | ||||
| Hourly | $38.75 | $37.50 | $36.25 | $35 |
| Monthly | $77.50 | $150 | $217.50 | $280 |
| Standard | ||||
| Hourly | $77.50 | $75 | $72.50 | $70 |
| Monthly | $155 | $300 | $435 | $560 |
*Applies for the first two months of a new client's first subscription
Risk-free Intro Session
I want to make it easy for you to determine if my style is right for your needs. Before our first session working together, you can book a 30-minute intro session I call "session zero." That will give you a chance to get to know me, and I can explain how we would approach your learning needs.If you attend session zero, you'll get a full refund of your deposit. Afterwards, you can decide whether or not it would be a good fit with no strings attached. If not, no hard feelings!
About Me
Hi, I'm Jon. I use he/him pronouns. I have more than 10 years of experience and professional training helping students complete high-quality research projects in both the sciences and humanities.
Receiving the Z. Smith Reynolds Library Staff Employee of the Year Award, Wake Forest University, 2019
I'm a university librarian and professor who has worked with college students both 1-on-1 and in the classroom to excel on everything from your first research paper to your capstone project. You can find more about my professional history on my LinkedIn profile.
I'm passionate about my belief that everyone deserves a chance to succeed in higher education. When I started as an undergraduate, I was a first-generation college student struggling just to catch up. Eventually, I earned an M.S. in Library Science from UNC Chapel Hill. Now, I'm a published researcher who's led a team of 20+ employees to provide on-demand research support at one of the country's top 50 universities. Throughout all that, I had to learn many lessons the hard way. I want your path to be an easier one.
Besides that? I live in NC with my amazing partner, these three rascally cats, and whole crew of green anole lizards. I've been playing D&D since I was in elementary school. My favorite Star Trek is Deep Space 9. I'm also a classically trained musician. If you're interested in bonus music theory lessons, let's talk!
From the left, these are Sir Duke, Tank, and Coffee Cola.
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