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I am an AMI trained Montessori teacher with over 7 years of classroom experience teaching children ages 3-6 years. I have also taught piano to beginners, as well as tutored children in reading and writing. I hold a BA in English Lit from Northwestern University and a Masters in Education from Loyola Maryland.
I'd describe my personality as understanding, charismatic, diplomatic, and intelligent.
I like tutoring because as a teacher, I see the potential in every child. Working in a small group setting or one on one, you are able to see that potential realized through academic growth, as well as confidence that is gained when they...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified substitute teacher in Illinois (Riverside Brookfield High School). I have just under 2 years of experience babysitting children ages 3 and under. I would be a great fit for children ages 7 and up, as I can help navigate technology and remote-learning assignments. I have led theatre camps for teenagers at...
Michael can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
5.0
"We hired Mike during the middle of the pandemic to help with remote learning for my first grader and watching my 4yo. Mike also took on some housekeeping and pet care responsibilities. He is very patient and creative with the children in helping with the remote...
Andrea N.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi Families!
My name is Paula. I'm 29 years old. I have over six years of nanny experience in Colombia and 3 years in Chicago. I was a teacher and tutor as well in my country. I have experienced with different ages from new borns to 8 years old.. I speak Spanish and English. I enjoy creating fun and appropriate activities in...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Paula is patient, trustworthy and a lot of fun. I admire her ability to babysit and the love she always gives them."
Marcely E.
Bonnie K.
Chicago, IL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I absolutely love kids and have been babysitting since I was 13 :) I grew up in Northbrook and was raised by a great family. I'm fun, energetic, and outgoing, and will gladly help your child with homework, hours of fun and play, art projects, taking them places, cooking, etc. I teach English to Spanish-speakers and also have...
Bonnie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Bonnie has been such a lovely addition to our family. She is great with our children (12, 10, 7) and finds different ways to engage with each of them. She has been so helpful at administering virtual school requirements/activities. She prepares healthy snacks...
Nancy B.
Leonor D.
Chicago, IL
$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Temporary Nanny, Temporary Senior Care Provider, Tutor, Babysitter
5.0
(9)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Leonor, I speak Spanish and English and I have worked as a nanny for more than 12 years. I have been working with children since my early 20's as a young woman I would often volunteer for charities, babysit or tutor children with learning disabilities. I enjoyed the experience so much that I decided to make it a life...
Leonor can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I cannot recommend Leonor as a nanny highly enough. She has been with us since our daughter was a newborn and I was a nervous first-time mom. She will be with us until September/October 2018 when our daughter turns 3 and heads off to preschool.
Leonor is...
Amy B.
Leyla C.
Oak Park, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I love children, I have a lot of patience, I am very affectionate, and I love to play, sing, dance, paint, draw with them and treat them as if they were mine.
I have 7 years of experience with children. I am a kindergarten teacher in my country Guatemala. I really like children's. I love kids. I speak English and Spanish.
Leyla can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Leyla was incredible with our baby girl. Top quality care, attentiveness, and was able to help out with introducing Spanish to our baby girl. Will definitely recommend to friends and family."
Andre V.
Sandra B.
Chicago, IL
$26/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! my name is Sandra, and I'm 31 years old. Currently working in a specialty dental office as a dental assistant from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Park Ridge area. throughout my career , I get renewal for CPR certified and first aid. I'm also a bilingual speaker: English & Spanish. I have my own transportation with valid drives...
Sandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
5.0
"Sandra is absolutely PHENOMENAL! Stop
scrolling immediately and hire her right now, I know it’s daunting to hire someone to watch your kiddos without knowing anything about them. Well Sandra makes that process tremendously easy and smooth. We did a meet and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am pro active, funny nanny. I love cooking and baking with the kids. I have helped my mom take care of my little sister since she was born. I worked at Kumon as a teacher in 2016 teaching English and Portuguese for kids of the age 3 through 16. After that I became an Au Pair for two kids of the age 4 and 7. I was an Au Pair...
Livia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lívia is extremely reliable and responsible. Not once she left me waiting or canceled last minute. She is very considerate of my family needs and appointments.
My two kids, a 10 year old girl, and a 8 year boy, absolutely love her and look forward seeing her...
Teresa R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Liza, I am the third of 8 children, so I have been taking care of kids pretty much my whole life! I have a lot of experience with watching kids of all ages since I came from a big family, and I've been babysitting and nannying for families in the area for over 15 years.
I currently work as an assistant Montessori...
Liza can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Liza has been watching my boys for a few months now and they don't want her to leave when I get home and ask when she can come again! "
Jenna M.
5.0
(2)
Loving nanny with a strong record of providing high quality care for children aged 6 months to 7 years. Great building relationships skills, punctual, responsible, honest and bilingual (English and Spanish).
Here general duties and responsibilities I proudly have provided and I am ready to do:
Infant care and hygiene...
Lidia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lydia is first of all an amazing person, always willing to help. Her role as a nanny is taken with so much love and patience towards the children."
Yolanda M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Demetra and I am able to fulfill any part-time childcare needs during both weekdays and weekends. I have three years of experience in childcare with toddler and elementary-age children. I am able to change diapers, perform light housekeeping tasks, assist with homework, and drive if necessary. I speak French and...
Demetra can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Gloria, I am a mature, responsible, reliable and energetic person with excellent childcare experience. I simply love children, love caring for them and find them fascinating, and I am seeking further nanny/babysitting work to continue doing what I love and broadening my experience. I strive to provide a...
Gloria can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gloria has been our nanny for close to 5 years. She started when oldest was 1.5yrs and our middle child was just born. She has grown with us & we have since had one other daughter. Gaby, as our kids call her, is a wonderful support to our family & a tremendous...
Kate B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Victoria, I am 35 years old. I am happily married and have a 4 years old daughter. I am seeking a part-time position of a babysitter on weekday mornings till 1. 30-2 p.m. depending on your location. I have to pick up my daughter from her preschool after 2 p.m. I am a stay at home mom and I understand how...
Viktoriya can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Viktoriya was excellent. Very warm and set our hearts at ease the minute she walked in the door. She was very friendly and entertaining. My 12 months old daughter was behaving well when we were leaving which was very surprising to us as she is a bit fussy when her...
Adrien K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Let me help make your family's life easier this as an educated, caring, loyal nanny with over 17 years of childcare experience.
Over the years I've had the privilege of caring for children ages 6 month to 17 years old, working with families in a variety of capacities. My long-term roles have been as a summer nanny for one family...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is amazing with kids. She gets in their level and they adore her."
Michelle G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Paige and I am an experienced teacher/tutor/caregiver with 10 years experience with children aging from infant to 10 years old. I have been teaching for 3 years I am currently a Master kindergarten Teacher at a charter school in Chicago. In 2017 I received my Masters in Urban Education and type 03 certification...
Hanna B.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have babysat for private families across the Chicago land area and am great with pets! I have also spent 4 years in Vietnam teaching English at English centers and International schools throughout Hanoi. My favorite hobbies include rock climbing, aerial silks and traveling. I'm dependable and punctual. I'm a quick learner. I...
Hanna can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Hanna is absolutely amazing! My son took to her immediately. She’s so caring and fun! I will definitely
use her again. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 17 years experience as an elementary teacher in public, private, and charter schools. I am an exceptional math teacher and can break down skills and concepts to students who are struggling. I have plenty of experience working with neuro divergent students and am able to help them discover study skills and adaptations that...
5.0
"We've had a lot of tutors over the years between my two daughters who both have ADHD and learning disabilities, and Deirdre has been one of the absolute best! Aside from being dependable, punctual, and knowledgeable, she's also just wonderful with my daughter....
Clarissa E.
5.0
(4)
State licensed 7-12 Social Studies teacher who just completed their masters degree in American History. I am trained in child development (all ages) as well the social sciences, specifically utilizing reading/writing skills.
5.0
"Alia is a kind, engaged, empathetic person who made it possible for my child to stay engaged and on top of remote school during the pandemic. Alia worked with our child every day as he took in academics via laptop, helped him to apply the lessons to his life, found...
Morgan F.
4.6
(9)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Mariah Nichelle, a former high school English teacher and elementary school dean. Now, I work in the mental health field. I love my job especially working with the community. I hope to help you with your children and I can't wait to connect with you!
Mariah can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mariah is an incredibly patient and adaptable person. Her background working with kids of all ages shows that she is capable of nurturing them and provide a safe environment that encourages growth. I have known Mariah for 5 years and she is someone that I can...
Alexandra B.
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Recent English tutor reviews in River Forest, IL
Michael L.
5.0
We hired Mike during the middle of the pandemic to help with remote learning for my first grader and watching my 4yo. Mike also took on some housekeeping and pet care responsibilities. He is very patient and creative with the children in helping with the remote learning and extra project either...
- Andrea N.
Paula P.
5.0
Paula was excellent. She showed up on time. She cared for my baby like I do and kept me updated about him. Highly recommended
- Ines B.
Bonnie K.
5.0
Bonnie was wonderful with my 2 and 4 year old daughters. She was actively engaged in connecting and playing with them.
- Lindsey G.
Leonor D.
5.0
Leonor is the nanny of a lifetime.
She started with our son at two years old and then cared for our daughter since birth (now 2).
She is a true part of our family and every family she has worked with before. Warm, loving, engaging - laughter is heard all day long. She is reliable and present -...
- Brynn M.
Leyla C.
5.0
Leyla has been with us since my daughter L was about 5 months old. Lillian is now 4 and has a younger brother H who is 2. To say that Leyla is a vital part of our family is an understatement. She is 100% reliable and has always been flexible with our somewhat unreliable schedules. The kids love and...
- Anna R.
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FAQs for finding English tutors in River Forest
In 2025, how much does it cost to hire an English tutor in River Forest, IL?
Hiring an English tutor in River Forest, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $30.00 per hour as of March 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each candidate has and the type of assignments you or your child need help with.
How can I find an English tutor near me in River Forest?
Care.com currently has 2 English tutors in River Forest, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from River Forest or hourly pay rate. From there, you can compare the experience each English tutor has working with kids, and the specific skills they can help you with. You can also read reviews from other families in River Forest that have worked with the tutors you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential English tutor in River Forest?
The right English tutor for your child will be able to improve their grades and writing skills. Ask questions about the process each tutor uses to get these results from the kids they've worked with in the past. Also ask each English tutor if they are familiar with some of the goals the schools in River Forest have. Finally, see how long they are willing to commit to helping your child with their English assignments. Your child may need only a few sessions to get on track, or long-term help that could require an English tutor staying with them the entire school year.