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Alyssa D.
Elwood, IL
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello families! My name is Alyssa! I am 23 years old looking for a family to nanny or babysit for! I am an early childhood teachers assistant therefore I have the summers off and am looking for something to occupy me in the summer. I am CPR certified, amongst other qualifications, and have my own form of transportation. I am...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Kristina N.
Joliet, IL
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.3
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I worked in a Montessori school for 3 years as a teachers assistant and I was a nanny for 8 years and I'm currently a nanny in downers grove ( is taking care of my a 4-year-old boy and 6-year-old boy Monday through Friday from 8-5pm)but my job is ending in two weeks and looking for a job ASAP to bring my daughter with me because...
Kristina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"I have hired 4 nannies over the year's and I can say, without hesitation, that Kristina was our top and favorite nanny of all! She is energetic (always outside with the kids and/or actively playing or teaching them things), responsible and very caring. She has...
Melissa S.
Heather M.
Shorewood, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Heather. Thanks for taking the time to read my profile. Here is a little information about me. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education. I have spent most of my life caring for young children. My experience started with babysitting, being a nanny, and working as a toddler teacher. Lastly I'm also a mom of two sweet...
Heather can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Heather is amazing with children. She is creative, patient and reliable. Her education background makes her an amazing resource to any family!"
Michelle A.
Yanira N.
New Lenox, IL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny, Special Needs Teacher Assistant And Mother
5.0
(2)
I have nannied & babysat for several families over the years. I worked as a special needs teacher assistant. Please see my reviews from the previous families. I am a US Veteran and homeschooling mom of 3 boys (7, 4 & 6-month-old).
I look forward to hearing about your family and how I may be able to help.
Yanira can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Our family had the pleasure of employing Yanira as a full time nanny for our daughter. She did an amazing job and was truly an extension of our family. Yanira was always punctual, dependable and arrived daily with high energy. She always put our daughters safety...
Carrie J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Jaycee! I am looking for a family for the summer. As I am a middle school ELA teacher. I enjoy working with all ages of children!
Jaycee can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jaycee has been a wonderful addition to our family as a weekly childcare provider. She is very dependable and always brings fun activities for the kids to do. My children adore her and can't wait her her next sitting day! I would recommend Jaycee for any type of...
Jamie S.
Natalie B.
Wilmington, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Natalie I am a Kindergarten teacher with extra time over the summer. I've been teaching Kindergarten for 3 years under my PEL, was a full time sub before that and taught at a daycare. I have 7 years of teaching experience. I have over 150 field experience hours through GSU in infant, toddler, and primary grade...
Natalie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"The first question our boys asked when Natalie left-----When can she come back?! She was great with boys, played with them the whole time and was super attentive to them. She updated us half way through the evening with how everything was going. Very polite and...
Greg B.
Melissa O.
Joliet, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Melissa, I am an experienced elementary teacher for 6 years and am excited to work with more kids this summer! I have had experience caring for young children for years now, worked at a daycare, cared for my younger cousins, was a summer camp counselor for 3-5-year-olds for 2 years and I have been babysitting for...
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Melissa has cared for our three children ages 2, 4, and 6 for the past year. She has been absolutely wonderful and the kids get excited to see her every time she watches them. She cared for the kids last summer while she was on summer break and has since covered...
Matt M.
5.0
(4)
Hey there! My name is Krista and I have been a nanny for 10 years with the same family. Before that I was a preschool teacher working with infants - preschool age. I am also a mother myself.
At my current job, I've had the privilege to watch the kids grow up since they were little. My responsibilities have changed each year...
Krista can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Krista has been nannying for us for 3-1/2 years. She is everything we were looking for and more. We have 4 young children including a set of twins. Krista comes up with so many creative and fun things to do with them from arts and crafts to nature walks to playing...
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Sarah W.
Joliet, IL
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello!
My name is Sarah. I have always had a passion for working with young ones; watching them grow and learn has always been something I love being a part of! I'm currently an elementary school teacher. I graduated in 2022 with a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education along with an ESL endorsement. I'm a third year teacher...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi there! I'm Amber, a 5 year Early Childhood Special Education Teacher looking for part time child care gigs over the summer. I have a bachelors in Early Childhood Education from Illinois State University and a masters degree in Early Childhood Special education from University of Northern Colorado. I love spending time with...
Amber can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Michelle H.
New Lenox, IL
$19-24/hr
Hi, I was an honors/AP student throughout all four years of highschool! I am currently a college student! I can help teach basic math and science! I can teach advanced levels of English and Language Arts! I love reading and I hope to help
I was a Reading Intervention Teacher for one year, where I worked with grades K-5. I am currently in my 6th year teaching Kindergarten. I student taught advanced 5th grade and third grade.
I am a certified Learning Behavioral Specialist. I have been teaching for 3 years in a middle school (6th-8th) and have experience running a summer camp and after school program for 5 years.
I have taught middle school curriculum for both English Language Art and Math. I am very easy to get along with and love to make learning...
Nicole S.
Joliet, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am the second oldest of 9 in a large blended family, some siblings have special needs. I have babysat, taught Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, tutored in various subjects, and am certified as an Early Childhood teacher. As a teacher, I taught everything from birth to 6th grade. I love to read, knit, crochet, and a variety...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Ashley P.
Joliet, IL
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and am dedicated to providing reliable care. With four years of experience caring for children aged one to 11, I've developed a patient and creative approach that encourages imagination and learning through play. I prioritize open communication with parents, using their preferred...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Currently, I work as a nanny and will be returning to my position in the fall. Since my current family has a teacher mom who will be home during the summer, I am available for other families during this time. June 2nd- August 8th
Natalie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jada G.
New Lenox, IL
$17-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
Working with children and helping families has been a passion of mine for years. I'm 23 years old and currently pursuing my bachelors degree in Elementary Education with an endorsement in Special Education. I've been working with children ranging from 10 months-10 years old for over 5 years and currently going into my third year...
Jada can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hi! I am Sara B. and I am an special education teacher. My license covers students age 2-22 with all abilities. I have been teaching for 3 years and am just starting out in the city. I supervised a summer camp and after school program for 5 years and have been working with children for 10 years.
I love kiddos of all ages and...
Sara can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
I have years of experience working with children of varying ages and ability levels across a wide array of settings. As the oldest in a family of five, I learned how to take care of little ones at a young age, taking my siblings and cousins to the neighborhood park by eight, and babysitting professionally by 12, I had several...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Ana Liza O.
Joliet, IL
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Ana (Dejarld)- Elementary Teacher Part Time Nanny & In Senior Care
Iv'e been a teacher in elementary grades for 21 years of experience. Take good & care my pupils/student and let them explore learning through experiences in the classroom & events.
Ana Liza can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Elwood, IL
Kristina N.
5.0
I have hired 4 nannies over the year's and I can say, without hesitation, that Kristina was our top and favorite nanny of all! She is energetic (always outside with the kids and/or actively playing or teaching them things), responsible and very caring. She has treated my two sons (ages 4 and 6)...
- Melissa S.
Heather M.
5.0
Heather worked for our family for about 9 months and was a fantastic nanny for our little girl! She was punctual, flexible, and trustworthy. Our daughter has always been shy but she absolutely loved Heather. Heather's kindness and patience towards my daughter always put me at ease. Any family would...
- Kimberly H.
Yanira N.
5.0
Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others.
- marvin D.
Jaycee J.
5.0
Jaycee has been our nanny four days a week since January. She has been great with our three children ages 5, 4, and almost 2. She prepares meals for them, plays games with them, and keeps them on a daily schedule. She is always on time and very dependable. I would recommend Jaycee.
- Kerry M.
Natalie B.
5.0
The first question our boys asked when Natalie left-----When can she come back?! She was great with boys, played with them the whole time and was super attentive to them. She updated us half way through the evening with how everything was going. Very polite and very personable!!! We look forward to...
- Greg B.
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Elwood, IL
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Elwood, IL?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Elwood, IL is $15.00. 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 Elwood, 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 Elwood, 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 Elwood, IL offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Elwood, 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 Elwood, 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 Elwood, IL.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Elwood, IL?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Elwood, 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.