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60 homeschool teachers are listed in Des Plaines, IL
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby homeschool teachers is 6 years
Homeschool teachers in Des Plaines, IL
Gina P.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a former elementary teacher & current tutor (PreK-4th-reading, writing, math.) I take many professional education courses/webinars yearly to find new ideas & stay up-to-date with new teaching practices.
I teach 1-on-1, & customize each session for students of all levels & abilities, using fun games & activities so students...
5.0
"We loved Miss Gina as my girls called her all school year. Gina came each day to teach our home school lessons for my 3 daughters who were in 1st, 3rd and 4th grade. She was effective with teaching multiple lessons and controlling the flow of our home school space...
Tiffany H.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am 31 years old, a friendly, adventurous, helpful, imaginative, dependable, and energetic person. I have experience with an infant - 13 years old. I volunteered as a teaching assistant at the Kindergarten for 3 months. I was a teacher for middle school for one year in Thailand before I moved to the U. S. I was a...
Kamonchanok can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is great with the kids (she loves them and they love her) and she is a great cook. She is also very flexible (we have had rigid nannies before) and did everything asked of her."
George S.
Margaret O.
Elmwood Park, IL
$10-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Maggie. I am 25 years old. I have worked as an Assistant Teacher at Little Jewels Learning Center, as a nanny for a family as well as a date night babysitter for local families. I am currently a nanny for a wonderful family but am still available for the occasional date nights you may need!
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Maggie was a terrific nanny. She was with our family for over a year, before heading to college. She worked for us 4 days a week, extended hours when needed, and was always on time. My kids (1 & 3 when she started; now 2 & 4) loved her. She took my 3-year old to...
Mary B.
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.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Here's a little about me! I am a teacher and have been teaching in the Chicago area for 9 years. I have experience babysitting for various families over the last 12+ years. I earned my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and my Master's degree as a Reading Specialist from DePaul University. I have spent several...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah is the best sitter anyone can ask for. She has an extremely pleasant personality, is in complete control with the kids, and gives us great comfort and confidence. Sarah has been helping me with my toddler and infant for 2 years now and both my daughters...
Sukhu K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm Juliana, I'm from Colombia and I am a Spanish teacher with over 4 years of experience as a nanny.
I am looking for a summer job, occasional babysitting, date nights and overnight care.
I have experience with infants, toddlers and school age children.
I am an active person, responsible, caring but strict, I am...
Juliana can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Juliana is a very sweet young woman and my kids thought so too. She is a great person to have watch kids. We are definitely going to have her out again when we need her!"
Claudia L.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Heilly, and I have experience working with families over the past few years. I have worked with children as young as 1M old and older. A little bit about me: I am bilingual and hold a degree in social work. I absolutely love working with children as they are eager to learn and explore the world around them....
Heilly can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Would totally recommend Heilly to any family! she is amazing, very caring and playful with kids. She is very family oriented and responsible. Love the way she helped raise our two boys and assisted them with their homework. "
Rosario A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children for 20 years. It is very important to me to love what I do every day and I have been very lucky to do so. I have worked as a teacher's aid at three different schools caring for infants - second grade, including special ed. kindergarten. I have been a babysitter and nanny to 10 different families...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kelly is a phenomenal nanny. All the things you look for in a nanny, you'll find in Kelly. She's professional, punctual, caring, dedicated, and above all else, a loving caregiver. In her time with our family, we've seeing such positive changes in our children,...
Laura H.
Amy S.
Chicago, IL
$18-24/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Current preschool teacher with 10 years of experience working with children in a wide range of ages. I have flexibility in the summer months, and am willing to help as an occasional sitter or tutor.
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Extremely friendly, understanding and dependable."
Emily V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families!
I'm so thrilled you are considering me to entrust the care of your children. I am often described as the child magnet, because kids naturally gravitate towards me at family events. I am the go-to babysitter enjoying my fun, creative and exciting spirit, while teaching and reciprocating respect, listening, and...
Carissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carissa C. was a wonderful care taker for our newborn twin girls! She recently graduated from UCLA and is now a registered nurse with an emphasis in pediatrics. We were so lucky to have found her and hired her as a night nurse from the first week the girls came...
Larissa J.
Laila O.
Skokie, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Laila, I'm a 59-year-old experienced mother of four kids, I am fluent in English, Assyrian and Arabic. I currently work as an assistant teacher for special Ed kids.
4.0
"Laila was our nanny for 8 weeks. She was very kind and always on time. She took care of our 16 month old daughter and did everything we asked. Helped with laundry and made meals. Unfortunately the language barrier was to hard for our family. We had a hard time...
Krista M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Michelle. I have been a nanny for over 20 years. I have 2 boys that are now young adults. I love my career as a nanny. I believe I am so much more. A role model, teacher and part of the family. I do lots of activities including arts and crafts, games, music, reading, and learning ABC's and numbers. I also help with...
Michelle can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Michelle has watched my older son after school and they have always gotten along very well! I am amazed at her ability to care for several children at a time and yet be able to provide them each with personal attention. There is plenty to do in the playroom or...
Irina H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I used to work as an assistant teacher at a daycare and I'm currently a lifeguard for kids at lifetime fitness, so I've always had a job involving because I feel putting them first and keeping them safe and happy is what I do best.
Kathryn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kathryn did a great job babysitting our 4 kids. Our kids had a lot of fun!"
Eli S.
Mimi S.
Mount Prospect, IL
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Mimi. I currently attend UIC and am in my last semester of Teaching of History to become a high school teacher. I have worked on and off babysitting, lifeguarded for 2 years, and worked as a chef instructor for elementary aged kids.
Mimi can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Mimi to care for our 10-year-old daughter and 8-year-old son through the day, every day, for the summer school break of 2021. So about 10 weeks. She was great! Always on time or early. Very good communication on status. There were a few discipline issues...
Dorothy I.
Viktoriia C.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Viktoriia.
I have a BA in Psychology and I have CPR and all daycare certifications. In the past I worked Daycare director/educator that creates an innovative curriculum to stimulate learning and development. Structured and play based teacher with expertise from 6 weeks to 7 years of age.
Viktoriia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Nice to meet you.
My name is Karla and I am a senior in University and emerging teacher with license in K-12th grades. As a nanny I have experience working with different ages; infants, toddles, etc. I've worked in different daycares as a teacher assistant and different families from all backgrounds, including children...
Karla can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Karla is amazing- gentle, kind, dependable, and safe."
Meg P.
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.
Sheri G.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Teacher/Nanny Looking For Full -Time Job I Have 25+ Years Experience
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience between the ages of 3 mos/pre k kindergarten. I love doing arts and crafts, singing, reading, cooking and playing outside.
Sheri can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We interviewed Sheri for our nanny position. She was very sweet with our daughter, had great ideas for activities to do with her, and seemed very genuine. She also comes with 10 years of experience with kids around 15-24 months. We are definitely keeping her in...
Kristy B.
5.0
(1)
I have worked as a long term nanny for 15+ years. I have worked for several families in different capacities.
Strengths:
-Fully vaccinated and follow all COVID19 safety protocols
-E-learning, tutoring and select home school activities (Keep kids on task by managing expectations and using various...
5.0
(1)
I just moved to Evanston for graduate school at Northwestern University for my masters of speech language pathology. Previously, I taught 4th grade social studies and writing at a school in West Phoenix through the program Teach for America. I have a masters in elementary education. I am available to help out with homework and...
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Des Plaines, IL
Gina P.
5.0
She is very nice, patient and creative teacher. My son is special need kids but she teach him well and he improved a lot. I recommend her strongly.
- Care member
Kamonchanok P.
5.0
She is a lovely person. Full of energy and active. The kids have a good and fun time with her
- Thunya P.
Margaret O.
5.0
Maggie was a terrific nanny. She was with our family for over a year, before heading to college. She worked for us 4 days a week, extended hours when needed, and was always on time. My kids (1 & 3 when she started; now 2 & 4) loved her. She took my 3-year old to and from school twice a week, with my...
- Mary B.
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.
Sarah W.
5.0
Great communication, very dependable & flexible. BEST decision I've ever made is hiring her. BOTH my children get excited when its her day to come over
- Nicole R.
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Des Plaines, IL
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Des Plaines, IL?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Des Plaines, IL is $21.06. It’s important to keep in mind that this is just the average going rate in your location. Many factors can influence how much private homeschool teachers charge. For example, how many children you have, the subjects you want the homeschool teacher to specialize in, and their degree or years of working experience, can all play a role in how they set their rates.
How can I find private teachers for homeschooling near me in Des Plaines, IL?
If you’re not certain how to find homeschool teachers, you can use Care.com to make your search for a homeschool teacher near you in Des Plaines, IL easier and more efficient. To start, you can narrow your search to homeschool teachers in your general area. Then you can review rates, look for homeschooling teachers who have reviews from current or former clients, and can read different profiles to learn more about each teacher’s experience.
What types of services do homeschool teachers near me in Des Plaines, IL offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Des Plaines, IL offer a wide variety of educational services. Some homeschool teachers that come to your house may provide full-day instruction and design lesson plans. Others may only come by a few times a week to teach a certain subject that the parent struggles with, such as advanced mathematics. Other homeschool teachers may choose to run small group sessions out of their home. It’s important to interview a few different candidates and to ask to learn more about services they offer.
How can I safely hire homeschooling teachers near me in Des Plaines, IL?
While we ask all homeschool teachers listed on Care.com to complete a CareCheck (you can see which providers completed one by looking for the badge on their profile), this is just a jumping off point. To feel comfortable that the homeschool teacher you’re hiring is safe, we recommend you take additional steps to ensure safety. For example, you can run an independent background check and request professional references when hiring a homeschool teacher near you in Des Plaines, IL.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Des Plaines, IL?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Des Plaines, IL, it’s a good idea to interview a handful of different candidates. When interviewing teachers for homeschooling, it’s a good idea to ask them about their teaching style, about what subjects and grade levels they have experience with, and how they would handle issues such as your child not paying attention or talking to a sibling during lessons.