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60 homeschool teachers are listed in Downers Grove, IL
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby homeschool teachers is 6 years
Homeschool teachers in Downers Grove, IL
Giselle V.
Downers Grove, IL
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm Giselle! I'm 25 years old and I am accepting part-time, occasional date nights, or weekend babysitting. I graduated with a BA in Elementary Education & Spanish. I have a passion for learning and thrive in a structured hard-working environment. I have 5+ years of experience taking care of children. I am also a...
Giselle can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Giselle is so great with our kiddo, has excellent communication skills! We would highly recommend to any family! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
"A Mother's love is patient, gentle, caring, protective, Unconditional an eternal". Hello! My name is Shakira and I am 36 years old. I am a substitute Teacher and I have a 8 Yr old son and a 9 Yr old daughter. I am CPR certified. I graduated from college in 2011 with a BA in Fashion Design. I have always loved kids, they are so...
Shakira can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Shakira is an AMAZING sitter for my son. She has been watching him since I went back to work when he turned 3 months old and now he is 9 months. She helps him in his personal development by taking the time to teach him different skills based on his age range. She's...
Shenika W.
Marykate G.
Downers Grove, IL
$20-33/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
My name is Mary Kate . I am a high school math teacher looking for a summer nannying job. I have 4 years of nannying experience, and I have babysat since I was 12 years old. I enjoy being outside in the summer and spending time with family and my golden retriever puppy, Nike. I am very reliable and flexible about hours and pay....
Marykate can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Mary Kate has been with our family for two summers full time watching our daughter who was 8 and 9 at the time. We were both working parents with a train commute downtown. Mary Kate is always on time, trust worthy, reliable and responsible. She drove our daughter...
Mariza M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am the oldest of 10 children and grew up in a rural part of Wisconsin. I married seven years ago and moved to Chicago where I reside with my husband and children. I am a teacher. I earned a bachelor's degree in Broad Field Science and Secondary Education and a master's degree in Learning Technology. I taught science for 12...
Shawna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Leaving Shawna and her family when we moved out of state was so very difficult. Our little ones became a part of their family and Shawna loved them like her own. Shawna is amazing and I would recommend her to every and all families!"
Kristin D.
I currently teach 5th grade students in the western suburbs of Chicago. I have been an elementary school teacher for 15 years (1st, 3rd, and 5th grade experience) with endorsements in Language Arts, Social Sciences, Science, and Teaching English Language Learners. I obtained my undergraduate degree in elementary education from...
I am a high school Math Teacher! I am looking for summer tutoring clients! I have been teaching for 3 years. I currently teach Algebra 1 and Geometry, but I am certified to teach all high school math levels. I am very kind and patient with each of my students. I have worked with students from all backgrounds and have different...
Hi! I am 1 of 4 kids and was always babysitting. I was a nanny for 6 years, but have moved so it is no longer convenient to continue that job. I am a teacher too! I have experience with children 0-15 years old!
In my spare time, I like to watch TV or movies, explore new restaurants or coffee shops, and hang out with family and...
Madeline can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello, I'm Kaitlyn!
I grew up taking care of my siblings and younger cousins. In high school I took 3 child development classes and currently looking into going to school to teach children. I do have experience nannying for multiple families. Just wanting more of a recurring job/set schedule per week since I do plan on going...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
I am currently tutoring a 4-year-old boy. Teaching him early developmental skills, ABC's, 123's, colors, reading and writing. I also nanny and teach my kids there the same thing. I like to help them with homework.
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, tenacious, and caring.
I like tutoring because I love helping students find the confidence to earn and learn! I have worked with all ranges of students and find so much joy in helping young people.
In my spare time, I like to read, check out art, and hang with my family.
My...
Hello - My name is Julia, and I am currently a first year medical student at Midwestern University. I have extensive experience as a Biology and Chemistry tutor - but I'm available for all other subjects as well (Math, English, etc).
My past experience includes tutoring middle school, high school and college age students in...
I am a graduate of Bowling Green State University, with a Bachelor's of Science in Inclusive Early Childhood Education. I love working with kids and have classroom experience. I love making any moment a teaching moment. I have experience student teaching in Pre K, and classroom experience with pre K through 8th grade. I am...
In college, I majored in molecular and cellular biology, did neuroscience research and am currently a first year medical student. I also have experience tutoring middle school children, high schoolers, and adults and have mentored elementary school learners in the past.
Currently part-time at Puffer Hefty Elementary School, working with mentally and physically disabled kids after taking care of some medical issues of my own. Over 15 years of professional experience in finance and also worked as a carpenter.
Amelia P.
Downers Grove, IL
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Amelia! I've grown up with plenty of experience when it comes to working with children. As the oldest child of 6 younger siblings, I've learned to take care of them. I have personal experience with Autism and Down Syndrome children as well. I am currently a daycare teacher working with children 6 weeks-12 years old. I am...
Amelia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Olivia D.
Downers Grove, IL
$13-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! I am a 22-year-old college student studying to be a history teacher at the College of DuPage. I have over four years of experience with childcare, mainly from high school. I love working with kids and I am a very organized and responsible person. I have my own car and I am able to help with homework, cooking, cleaning,...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi I have been worked as a nanny since 2003 with children from early as newborns to seven 8 years old also twins would provide children with food baths take them ti activities arts parks swimming I teach them manners at every age levels I am very genuine loving and energetic Never late and very responsible I worked as a...
Laimute can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Jessica. I have extensive experience babysitting/nannying and have worked in a daycare center as a toddler teacher for the past 8mo! I love little ones, watching and helping them explore the world through play and sensory experiences. I have a nurturing nature by default as the oldest child in my family
I've also house...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Cynthia F.
Downers Grove, IL
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my name is Cindy and I love working with children. I took early childcare classes in High School and child development and psychology courses in college. I've worked with all ages of children for 40 years. I was a nanny, a preschool teacher for 13 years and had my own home daycare for 20 years. I was a Girl Scout leader, a...
Cynthia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Amelia P.
Downers Grove, IL
$31/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi- my name is Amelia. I am currently 20 years old and I am the oldest of 7 children. I love working with children of all ages! I have experience personal experience with special needs children, as well as working with them. I am also an assistant teacher at an elementary school working with grades K-5th. I've been babysitting...
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Downers Grove, IL
Giselle V.
5.0
Giselle is so great with our kiddo, has excellent communication skills! We would highly recommend to any family!
- Care member
Shakira Q.
5.0
Shakira is an AMAZING sitter for my son. She has been watching him since I went back to work when he turned 3 months old and now he is 9 months. She helps him in his personal development by taking the time to teach him different skills based on his age range. She's such a caring individual. My...
- Shenika W.
Marykate G.
5.0
Marykate is absolutely amazing!!! She is sweet and caring. She watched our 1yo last summer and occasionally had all 3 kids (6,4,1) and our children adore her. Marykate was our first time hire from care.com and we got so lucky with such amazing person. We were sad that she was only available during...
- Lina B.
Shawna T.
5.0
Leaving Shawna and her family when we moved out of state was so very difficult. Our little ones became a part of their family and Shawna loved them like her own. Shawna is amazing and I would recommend her to every and all families!
- Kristin D.
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Downers Grove, IL
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Downers Grove, IL?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Downers Grove, IL is $23.86. 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 Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, IL offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, IL.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Downers Grove, IL?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Downers Grove, 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.
Ratings for Downers Grove, IL homeschool teachers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Homeschool Teachers in Downers Grove, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed homeschool teachers.