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Homeschool teachers in Palos Heights, IL
Lauren T.
Orland Park, IL
$15-50/hr • 15 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm an experienced Chemistry Tutor. I've been a teacher for 10 years and tutored for 15 years. I'm great at explaining and breaking down concepts and making a seemingly scary chemistry class clearer and more manageable. Let me help you break down the material and say goodbye to your chemistry nightmares!
I'd describe my...
5.0
"Lauren is an excellent tutor whose knowledge in the sciences has helped my daughter succeed in her upper level biology and chemistry courses . She is knowledgeable, compassionate , & has a passion in helping my child feel confident in her studies and eases her test...
Care member
Nicole K.
Chicago, IL
$16-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have three small children of my own who are 5 months, 3 years and 5 years. I also have taught infants through second graders as a music teacher and am a certified high school middle school teacher.
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She really likes and cares for kids of all ages. She is very patient and kind."
Joy J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi,
My name is Eileen and I have been tutoring students for over 12 years. I have a B. A. in Psychology and completed M. A. in Education at St. Xavier University. I have helped many students improve their grades, organizational skills, and confidence in their school work. I would be happy to meet with you and discuss your needs...
5.0
"Eileen is the tutor of my 5 year old and during this time the improvement is incredible noticeable. She is a great person, and my son loves the tutor time with her. Thank you Eileen."
Ivonne N.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lina. I live in Lemont and I'm looking for a job near home. I worked as high school teacher in Lithuania and become a caretaker when moved to the US.
Lina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Lina worked for our family for about 28 months. She was hired in a combined role as housekeeper and nanny, which turned out to be more of a housekeeper due to my children's independence. She is a warm person with a pleasant disposition. She is trustworthy and...
Kayla K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Maria, I am 24 and hoping to be your next caregiver! I live in the Blue Island area and am currently a preschool teacher assistant in the oak lawn area. Additionally, I have 5+ years of nannying and daycare/childcare experience. I am currently in school working towards becoming an art teacher :) I am bilingual...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"We are new to look for a sitter on this site and replies to our mess are important for our search. Maria is dependable and prompt with responding to messages. She is also very punctual! Accountability like that has helped us immensely. Thank you."
Victoria R.
Maranda J.
Homewood, IL
$16/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Maranda and I've been looking after children as a nanny for about 4years now. Being the eldest of 3 siblings and enough cousins, nieces and nephews to make more than 3 football teams, I've always took the initiative to help by babysitting, cooking, or cleaning. As a part time student, I've mostly worked with infants and...
Maranda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Maranda to watch my 14 year old and 18 month old son for me while I traveled. She was responsible for pick up and drop offs, meals and overall care.
I ended up not having cellular service at different points of my trip but Maranda was always on schedule...
Gloria F.
5.0
(2)
Hello! I am currently a third grade teacher with Chicago Public Schools. I have been teaching third grade for five years now. I also worked for two years on campus as a lead teacher at the YWCA of McLean County's child care program. There, I had worked with and cared for infants, toddlers, and school age children. I am social,...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Stephanie is an exceptional care giver! Organized, reliable, great with kids of different ages. She's a lovely person too and I continued working with her longer than expected because we had a wonderful experience! Highly recommend "
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
My name is Nicole. I am a 30-year-old mommy, nanny and preschool teacher. I have my CDA (early childhood education certification) and some schooling for my bachelors degree in the Science of Elementary and Special Education. I am CPR, first aid, and safe sleep certified. Working with children has been a passion of mine since I...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nicole is very outgoing person. She love teaching kids of all sizes . She makes it fun to learn. She likes to play games, crafts, singing with the kids
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Cheryl S.
5.0
(2)
Hi there! I'm a new mom of a wonderful 9-month-old babygirl and I've been working with a fantastic family's non verbal 22-year-old son with special needs for the past 5 years and we have an incredible relationship. I am looking to take on an additional part time client in an educator, caregiving, house manager or personal...
Priscila T.
Oak Lawn, IL
$20-100/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm 28 Years old, I've worked with multiple families with up to 4 children at a time under my care, with 5+ years of experience in childcare. I have 2 daughters of my own. Motherhood has been life changing for me, but it's the best part of my life. I usually work part-time with families since I'm attending online school...
Priscila can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Priscila was great with our 1 year old and 4 year old. The kids both loved her (my 4 year old keeps asking for her to come back to play). Will definitely use her again!!"
Bethany H.
5.0
(2)
I have an Illinois state teaching certificate in English, Music, Drama. I have taught in the classroom for four years.
Heather A.
Oak Lawn, IL
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'll start by saying that I have a degree in Elementary I have over 20 years of experience with children from newborn to teenagers. I am First Aid and C. P. R. Certified. I am looking to help mothers or fathers who need a babysitter and or Nanny, either for work or just to have a night out. I am a Pre-K teacher and I love...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have known Heather for 4 years now and she has always been very polite and professional when it came to watching our 2 daughters. My oldest daughter who is now 3 was in the infant and toddler room with Heather and she loved her very much. She was always very...
Maggie G.
Anna S.
Homer Glen, IL
$45-65/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hi I'm Anna! I am 22 years old and I have attained my bachelors degree in psychology alongside a minor in communications. I am currently working on my masters degree in clinical mental health counseling. I am very determined and motivated to help others in any way I can.
I started tutoring at the age of 14 and very quickly...
5.0
"Our family has been working with Anna for seven months now. We see her for tutoring 2x a week at the library for my 9yo son and 8yo daughter. Within 3-months my son's report card raised three grade letters. She has helped us so much. She's engaging, positive and...
Tanya B.
Brianna M.
Oak Forest, IL
$18-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Brianna and I am currently a certified 5th grade teacher looking for childcare opportunities during the summer only. I decided to become a childcare provider because I want to make a positive difference in the lives of children and support families by providing a reliable option. I have two years of experience as...
Brianna can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Brianna is wonderful. My son truly enjoyed their time together. She took him outside to play, put him down for his naps effortlessly and was such a pleasure to have babysit. Will definitely use Brianna again!"
Meahgan P.
Taylor S.
Burbank, IL
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.2
(5)
Hi, Im Taylor. I have been working with children since I was a child myself. In high school I took an advanced early childhood education course where I was able to lesson plan for the preschool we had in our high school. After graduating high school I went on to become a teacher's assistant in the toddler room at the local...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Taylor is hands down the most amazing person and caretaker with our children. We have been lucky to know Taylor over five years and we have trusted her with the care of our two children Who are now five and seven. We trust Taylor to drive our kids to school and...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hello! I'm a former special education teacher and experienced nanny with a deep passion for working with children of all ages and abilities. My background includes working with infants, toddlers, elementary, middle school students, and neurodivergent children. I thrive on creating engaging, enjoyable experiences for "my kids"...
Vanessa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Vanessa was an amazing nanny for my 6 month and 4 year old for a little over a year. She was always on time and ready for the day. The kids loved her so much and we miss her dearly. I always knew they were in good hands when I'd leave for the day. I'm more than...
Shauna H.
Hi! My name is Sam and I have practically worked with kids my entire life! I have been a kindergarten special education teacher in a public school for the past 3 years, and was a camp counselor for the 6 years prior to that. Please feel free to reach out with any questions! :)
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Ayanna B.
Chicago, IL
$17-22/hr
I love kids , I have nieces and nephews and I use to be a daycare teacher for a summer kids are fun and I feel like I'm a big kid myself
Ayanna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CNA
As a teacher, I have worked with children from infants to middle school age. I have also tutored children from kindergarten to middle school age. While teaching a variety of subjects, I have written my own lesson plan and have written curriculum. I've babysat for families I've met through my position as a daycare teacher. I have...
Jeannine can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Bethany N.
La Grange, IL
$16-21/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! I am a current substitute teacher and former RA during my undergraduate degree. I am passionate about the gym and music.
Bethany can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Palos Heights, IL
Lauren T.
5.0
Lauren is an excellent tutor whose knowledge in the sciences has helped my daughter succeed in her upper level biology and chemistry courses . She is knowledgeable, compassionate , & has a passion in helping my child feel confident in her studies and eases her test anxiety .
- Care member
Nicole K.
5.0
She really likes and cares for kids of all ages. She is very patient and kind.
- Joy J.
Eileen M.
5.0
Eileen is the tutor of my 5 year old and during this time the improvement is incredible noticeable. She is a great person, and my son loves the tutor time with her. Thank you Eileen.
- Ivonne N.
Lina T.
5.0
Lina was a wonderful positive presence in our home. She cared for our kids (6y 8y 10y) for 2 years. She took them to school and activities, played with them (art, games m, etc) in addition to tidying and organizing in our home and cooking meals. She is compassionate, hard working and fun to be...
- Care member
Maria F.
5.0
We are new to look for a sitter on this site and replies to our mess are important for our search. Maria is dependable and prompt with responding to messages. She is also very punctual! Accountability like that has helped us immensely. Thank you.
- Victoria R.
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Palos Heights, IL
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Palos Heights, IL?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Palos Heights, IL is $23.75. 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 Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights, IL offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights, IL.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Palos Heights, IL?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Palos Heights, 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.