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60 homeschool teachers are listed in Des Plaines, IL
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby homeschool teachers is 6 years
Homeschool teachers in Des Plaines, IL
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, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I can leave my kids with her so I don't have to worry that she can take care of my kids.
She is so sweet and very helpful."
AVA L.
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.
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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.
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: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Juliana is an incredibly hard worker, very professional and dependable. She is a fantastic cook and would leave the kitchen spotless afterwards. She follows instructions perfectly and would happily do any odd jobs or projects around the house for me as well as any...
Kristine S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
As a caregiver, my passion for nurturing young minds and supporting families led me to this fulfilling career. With 20 years of experience, I am a certified teacher with ECE and early child development coursework. I have First Aid and CPR training. My calm and creative nature allows me to connect with children, providing a safe...
Mounia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hi Kelly I see that you have contacted me! thanks so much "
Kendall G.
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, 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, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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.
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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
"Deirdre is incredible with my daughter. She's so patient and fun. Her tutoring methods are engaging and I'm continually impressed with her energy level. She's always on time and ready to jump right in. I truly can't recommend her enough!"
Taran C.
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My name is Julie. I am 31 years old. I started my childcare career working at a day care center for two years as an assistant teacher in the toddler room. There I gained experience watching multiple children at once and keeping them entertained. It also taught me the importance of education for young children and different, fun...
Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We had the pleasure of working with Julie for the past year. She cared for our now 2 year old daughter in our home on a full time basis. Julie was absolutely fantastic with our little girl. I can't say enough good things about her! Her past experience working in...
Kris C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Shana. I live in Glenview, Illinois. I have worked with children for 15 years. I started out as a camp counselor working with ages 6-12, and I've worked as a part-time babysitter in the Glenview area working with the ages of 4 months to 7 years old. I was a teacher in the Glenview area for two years working in the...
Shana can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Shana was ready to go the second she walked in the door. She asked good questions as we showed her our son's supplies and explained his bedtime routine. She then jumped right in to playing with him and we felt comfortable leaving our seven month old with her. Shana...
Robert S.
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Des Plaines, IL
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.
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
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.
Juliana B.
5.0
Juliana is an incredibly hard worker, very professional and dependable. She is a fantastic cook and would leave the kitchen spotless afterwards. She follows instructions perfectly and would happily do any odd jobs or projects around the house for me as well as any errands - she genuinely enjoys...
- Kristine S.
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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 $22.27. 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.