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60 high school tutors are listed in Highwood, IL
The average posted rate is $50/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby high school tutors is 10 years
High school tutors in Highwood, IL
Mia K.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$26-65/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! I am a trilingual law student with great organizational, communication, and research skills! I attend King's College and live in London 9 months out of the year, but am in the Chicagoland area for the summer. I have been a one-on-one professional tutor for children of all ages for 4+ years. I have worked as a freelancer,...
Gretchen W.
Lake Forest, IL
$30-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
There is nothing I enjoy more than working with a child/student one-on-one! I have experience at every school age level k-9, and my specialty is in the sciences at the middle school and high school level, but also love tutoring students in elementary with reading and math.
I was tutoring preschool children and elementary and Middle and High School students. I was a foreign languages tutor for students.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a full time Elementary School Teacher currently teaching 5th grade. I am seeking additional employment as a part time tutor in the evenings and on weekends. I'm passionate about helping all students reach their fullest academic potential! I specialize in helping students take the educational risks necessary to learn. I have...
5.0
(1)
I have over 20 years of experience. I can help with Test Prep, Reading, English as a Second Language and Spanish. I am fully certified in all these areas! I have taught and tutoring Elementary students, as well as, High School and Adults, in Spanish.
5.0
(1)
Hello!
I am a high school entrance exam tutor. I've helped students access the concepts necessary to successfully complete the entry exams needed to enter selective enrollment schools in the Chicagoland area.
5.0
(2)
My greatest passion in life is teaching. My mom is now a retired teacher of 38 years and have grown up in the classroom! . I attended private my entire childhood, which is affiliated with Latin and Francis Parker. I have been a nanny for the past 8 plus years I am looking for a family in or near Lincoln Park, to tutor or assist...
5.0
"Nicki has been incredible tutoring our 3rd grade son in math and reading. He’s excited when she comes and she makes him want to learn. Nicki is patient and takes time to work through homework or other activities that support what he’s working on learning. She’s...
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John B.
Chicago, IL
$65-150/hr • 10 yrs exp
Education Professional, Private Tutor, Home School Curriculum Developer, Literacy Specialist, Author
5.0
(1)
I am an education professional and award-winning children's book author with experience teaching students ages 5 through college. I have both a M. S. and Ph. D. in Education. In addition to teaching at the university and high school levels, I have worked with numerous families to develop and teach home school curriculum. This...
5.0
"Our son is a bright, creative boy who has struggled with reading and language his entire academic life. We tried multiple interventions, e.g.reading camps, extra classroom reading time, various tutors. None of these made a significant difference. Our son not only...
Bernadette D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Exceptional and seasoned Educator with 9+ years of stellar experience as a Math and Science Educator and Academic Success Strategist. I have worked with a diverse pool of students, and strategically position them for consistent progression and success in their academics. This can be achieved by our collaborative efforts to yield...
5.0
"Jeanie is the best tutor! I’ve hired her for tutoring in Calculus 1. She has helped me so much from boosting my test grade to giving me confidence in the classroom. Jeanie makes sure to go over the basics and do multiple examples. She helped me so much in making an...
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, I can hold tutor sessions via video call or in a public location such as a library or cafe. As a licensed educator in the state of Illinois, I have had experience working with both middle school and high school students in the science field. I have taught Biology and Chemistry at Grayslake Central...
5.0
"Colleen is a fantastic tutor. She worked with my daughter in finishing her senior online chemistry class. Colleen went above and beyond the call of duty, in every way. Her way of explaining, teaching and encouraging enabled my daughter to understand more in two...
Heidi S.
Paulette K.
Evanston, IL
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a college graduate of business. My mother tongue is French and while I do not have a formal teaching degree, I have given French lesson to a high school student in the past. I speak and write English and love to write both in French and English.
5.0
"Paulette taught my daughter French for a year during covid. She was amazing! She was always on time, polite and accommodating. My daughter learned more French with Paulette than with any middle school teacher. She really got her speaking and it was amazing to...
Dina D.
4.7
(14)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Experienced tutor in all levels of math and physics up to and including university subjects. Taught calculus and precalculus (in person and online) as a graduate student. Offering math and physics lessons at the high school to college level. Please ask about python programming lessons for ambitious middle to high school...
5.0
"Tyler has been my son's math tutor for the past three years. He has tutored my son in calculus, linear algebra, physics, and at least one other related discipline at both the advanced high school and college level.
He is extremely knowledgeable, very good at...
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5.0
(1)
Hello! I have taught several grades, from preschool to 2nd, and was an Assistive Technology Specialist for many years at our local high school. I have tutored many students in all elementary subjects, and have worked with students with all types of disabilities. My specialty is working with students with Executive Functioning...
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a freshman in college at Loyola University. I have always been very good at both English and science throughout my years in school. I took Honors courses in English and AP courses in science and English in high school. I scored 35's on the science and English sections of the ACT. I LOVE writing and editing papers! As...
5.0
"She is amazing and brilliant! Always helped out with the kids."
Huxley P.
5.0
(2)
Ian is a recent college graduate with a love of language, writing, and programming who is excited to gain teaching experience and meet new people.
5.0
"My kids had the best time with Ian! I was always confident to call him because I knew kids would be having fun and most importantly they would be safe."
Julieta G.
Meghan W.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am an experience teacher currently teaching 9th grade math. I have additional experience working as a 3rd and 4th grade math and science teacher in a charter school system. Before that, I worked as a full time high school math tutor in Chicago Public Schools. I have additional volunteer tutoring experience in math throughout...
I taught 4th and 5th grade for two years and preschool for one. I also tutored a 6th student after school in math.
Natalya B.
Chicago, IL
$22-27/hr • 2 yrs exp
I just finished tutoring 9th grade integrated math for 2 years in a CPS high school as an Math Fellow! I have also tutored privately in the past.
I have been a fourth grade teacher for 6 years. I have also taught 4th-8th grade math. Working with students of different abilities and capabilities is something I am truly passionate about! I am looking to help more students feel confident and succeed in the classroom. My specialties are math and reading support.
I taught 9th grade history and critical thinking/logic for two years as a recently graduated high school. I will soon be graduating college with a Bachelor in Science and a major in Professional Writing.
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Recent high school tutor reviews in Highwood, IL
Nicki F.
5.0
Nicki has been incredible tutoring our 3rd grade son in math and reading. He’s excited when she comes and she makes him want to learn. Nicki is patient and takes time to work through homework or other activities that support what he’s working on learning. She’s always on time and dependable as well....
- Care member
John B.
5.0
Our son is a bright, creative boy who has struggled with reading and language his entire academic life. We tried multiple interventions, e.g.reading camps, extra classroom reading time, various tutors. None of these made a significant difference. Our son not only couldn't read well enough to keep...
- Bernadette D.
Jeanie D.
5.0
Jeanie is everything you want in a tutor for your child. She is organized, reliable, prepared, and kind. Most of all she loves teaching. She cares about her students and adapts her tutoring approach to individual needs. We hired Jeanie to help our 4th grader with ISEE prep. Within weeks he began the...
- Care member
Colleen V.
5.0
Colleen is a fantastic tutor. She worked with my daughter in finishing her senior online chemistry class. Colleen went above and beyond the call of duty, in every way. Her way of explaining, teaching and encouraging enabled my daughter to understand more in two weeks than she had grasped all...
- Heidi S.
Paulette K.
5.0
Paulette taught my daughter French for a year during covid. She was amazing! She was always on time, polite and accommodating. My daughter learned more French with Paulette than with any middle school teacher. She really got her speaking and it was amazing to hear the growth in my daughter's...
- Dina D.
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How much do high school tutors charge near me in Highwood, IL?
The average hourly rate for a high school tutor near you in Highwood, IL is $50.00. This is just an average though and the actual rate you’ll pay for high school tutoring will vary due to a couple of different factors. For example, the experience level of the tutor, the subject your child requires assistance with, and the level of classes your child is taking can all impact the rate a high school tutor charges.
Where can I find an experienced high school tutor near me in Highwood, IL?
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What types of high school tutors near me in Highwood, IL are available to hire?
You can find a wide variety of high school tutors near you in Highwood, IL. From English to writing, to high school math tutors, you can cover all of the basics. You can also find high school tutors who can help your teen study for college entrance exams like the SATs. Some high school tutors even specialize in niche subjects like organic chemistry, biology or calculus.
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Ratings for Highwood, IL high school tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
high school tutors in Highwood, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed high school tutors.