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60 homeschool teachers are listed in Highwood, IL
The average posted rate is $35/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby homeschool teachers is 8 years
Homeschool teachers in Highwood, IL
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Master's Degree in Education and over 20 years of classroom experience teaching math, English, language arts, science, music/drama and art. I currently hold an Illinois certificate teaching 1st - 9th grade with endorsements in math, language arts, social studies and art. In addition, I have over 7 years experience as a...
5.0
"Lauren used a wide variety of techniques to keep my ADHD son engaged and interested in learning mathematical concepts. She created fun games, personalized board games, rhyming devices, cards, dice, and other concrete hands-on materials. These help my son learn...
Russell W.
Lauren G.
Highwood, IL
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Art, Math, Social Studies, and Language Arts Educator.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
For the past 7 years I have been working with families in the North Shore as a Nanny/House Manager/Family Assistant and Professional Tutor. My experience includes 20 years as a classroom teacher where I taught math, art, English, language arts and a drama/music class to 7th grade students. Over the course of my life I have...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Truly Mary Poppins in all ways: nurturing, former teacher who's sensitive to the needs of everyone including the parents! Amazing person. Integrity, honesty and loyalty like I've never seen in a person."
Nancy R.
Yoselin G.
Highwood, IL
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Yoselin. I am 27 years old and currently a teacher's assistant at Deer Path Middle School in Lake Forest. I am CPR/AED certified, a dual language speaker (English and Spanish), and graduated from North Central College in Naperville. I am looking for a part time job. Ideally 15 hrs a week or less.
Yoselin can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am an amazing nanny looking for part-time, possible full-time hours. I am a certified teacher taking a few years off to be with my older children. I have been a nanny part-time/full-time for the past three years for two families. I have over 25 years experience. I cared for a total of six children ranging in age from 2-8 from...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Liked her a lot (via email). Tried to set up an interview and someone else hired her before we could meet."
Kim C.
4.3
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have always gravitated towards working with children. I began babysitting for my younger sister/family friends at a young age and continued to do so throughout High School. During High School I participated in an Early Childhood class for two years where we were taught how to teach and worked with preschoolers several times...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
5.0
"We hired Lauren to care for our daughter and she quickly became part of our family. If my husband didn't need to relocate due to his work I have no doubt that she would still be our sitter. Lauren was extremely talented with art and my daughter loved her drawings!...
Sarah E.
Paige C.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am majoring in elementary education so I have lots of experience in classrooms. I have tutored many children from the ages of 6-12. I am also on my college dance team. I have taught dancers from the ages of 3-12 as I have trained for over 15 years in all genres.
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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hi Kelly I see that you have contacted me! thanks so much "
Kendall G.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alyssa. I am 22 years old and a second grade bilingual teacher! I Speak both English and Spanish. I recently graduated from Illinois State University where I studied Bilingual Elementary Education. I have lots of experience with kids, as I was a camp counselor for 3 years and have been babysitting since I was in...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Perfect for my family. She is dependable, patient and my kids love her!"
Crystal Y.
Amy L.
Lake Forest, IL
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Tutoring For Children K-6, Certified Teacher With Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified teacher of K-8th grades who has taken time off to raise my own children. I have taught 4th, 2nd, and 1st grades and having training in behavior therapy. I am available during after school and early evening hours and have reasonable rates.
5.0
"Amy is an amazing tutor. My daughters loved her."
Laila H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 15years of experience. I can help for learning and Crafts and I will do creative and Various activities .
I'm excited to bring my energy to your kids making sure your children when they are with me and having a fun time.
I have two daughters and I was high school teacher in my home country and I have 2 years experience...
Ramesh can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is so kind and on time . Good behavior with my child I really recommend her"
Niki L.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Tina
I Love being with kids, as my experience as a babysitter and nanny is around 8 years, including 1 year looking after special needs child , 2 years looking after 2 lovely boys , aged 1 and 6 , looking after newborn baby twins (premature) for an year.
Have a primary school teacher degree and CPR. Also worked as a...
Klimentina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Absolutely love Klimentina, she is very dependable,very professional and has a great methods to work with the kids. I. and A. can't wait to play and learn with her."
Sasha D.
Viktoriya V.
Vernon Hills, IL
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am also currently a tutor in high school mathematics. I know a lot of math since as a Engineering student I needed to take the highest math courses. I also have worked at Kumon for 2 years as a math and English tutor.
I am 22 years old and graduated Stevenson high school. Now I am commuting to college in the city,...
5.0
"Viktoriya is an amazing tutor, and she is really good at explaining the math questions in a way that makes sense. She helps me as a visual learner see why the problem should be solved that way by helping me visualize it on a graph."
Arthur R.
Sarah K.
Lincolnshire, IL
$35-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am Sarah and I am a college graduate and I can teach mathematics, english and science. I have had about 6 years of experience tutoring from second graders to college graduates. I teach a variety of subjects from basic mathematics, calculus, english, science, chemistry, biology as well as other subjects.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of two children. My son is 11 years old and my daughter is 9. I was a special education teacher who worked in Oak Forest. I worked in the district for 15 years. Having my own children and having had worked as a teacher, I am extremely flexible. I put a lot of time and care into my job and the care of my children....
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"We did not end up hiring Melissa because of other conflicts, but she was responsive and polite in our communications."
Jenn R.
Cary W.
Vernon Hills, IL
$30-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
- Provided face-to-face, 1:1, high dosage tutoring in phonics, sight word acquisition, fluency, & reading comprehension at Forrestal Elementary & A. J. Katzenmaier schools in North Chicago.
- Provided initial placement & benchmark assessments during the school year.
- Developed a targeted approach of delivering 1:1 conferencing...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been tutoring for about 15 years and have worked with all ages, from elementary school to adult, in all the major academic subjects as well as test prep.
5.0
"Anna was very helpful and supportive to my daughter with completing her online Algebra 2 and chemistry classes. We really appreciated her willingness to come to our home and her flexibility with scheduling. She is very professional in her work and very dependable....
Heidi S.
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
"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
4.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Paige . I am a 2nd grade teacher. I have a bachelor's degree in elementary education with a minor in ESL. I have been nannying for 8 years now with kids ranging from the ages of 1-12! I have such a passion for kids! I have a clean driving record and will have a car that I can take kids to activities or school...
Paige can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
5.0
"Paige was such a joy to work with! She immediately bonded with our daughter and was so loving and caring with her. We hired Paige to watch our daughter for a few months during the pandemic prior to her returning to daycare. She was respectful, kind, and...
Kathryn S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I firstly wanted to say I love kids of all ages and stages of life. I am a sophomore in college but I am currently taking a break to hopefully broaden my experience with children. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old and have experience with all different ages from newborn to preteen. I was a volunteer Sunday school...
Jasmine can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jasmine was great with our boys! She took wonderful care of them, and knocked out all of the routines we had. They told me they had a great night with her, and we will definitely book her again! 😊"
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Highwood, IL
Lauren G.
5.0
Lauren is the perfect tutor for our son with reading challenges. She is to the point with him and he is now motivated to learn and to excel. Super happy we found Lauren and excited to see further progress
- Masha L.
Lauren G.
5.0
Lauren is extremely trustworthy and hugehearted. Her every decision is based upon what is in your Family's best interests. She has an incredibly strong moral Compass, is extremely hard working, dependable and a fun and positive person to be around. She made our lives so much better in more ways...
- Andrea F.
Jennifer M.
5.0
Gives great detail on how the day went and did well with my young toddler who cries pretty hard at goodbyes.
- Jessica C.
Lauren H.
5.0
We hired Lauren back when we were living in Illinois- I met her through a mutual friend. Lauren quickly became part of our family as our daughter connected to her immediately! Lauren is a very talented artist and my daughter loved doing crafts with her, in fact she still has a drawing of princess...
- Sarah E.
Kelly B.
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, with them becoming better behaved as...
- Laura H.
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Highwood, IL
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Highwood, IL?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Highwood, IL is $35.00. 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 Highwood, 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 Highwood, 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 Highwood, IL offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Highwood, 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 Highwood, IL?
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What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Highwood, IL?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Highwood, 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 Highwood, IL homeschool teachers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Homeschool Teachers in Highwood, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed homeschool teachers.