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60 homeschool teachers are listed in Western Springs, IL
The average posted rate is $27/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby homeschool teachers is 8 years
Homeschool teachers in Western Springs, IL
Alia S.
Berwyn, IL
$20-39/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter & Nanny Seeking Nighttime And Weekend Babysitting Position
5.0
(1)
Previously a 7-12 Social Studies teacher with Masters degree in American History. I currently work as a regionally based Admissions Counselor for a university in another state. My work includes advising Chicagoland high school students through the college admissions process.
I am academically trained in child development (all...
Alia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
5.0
"I used Alia when I first went back to work. She helped make the process of me going back to work seamless for me and my kids! Truthfully I would hire Alia back any day if she was still where I am! My kids loved having her in our home."
Lindsay L.
Sonia C.
Brookfield, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Since I was a teenager I have cared for children. I have worked for summer day camps and cared for children as a nanny/babysitter and I have also worked as a teacher's assistant at Montessori. I am a mother of four beautiful children. Being a mother, I know the dedicated care that children need.
Sonia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Sonia is an amazing nanny who has been with our family for almost 1.5 years (started when son was 8 months). She is always on time and gives advanced notice when she needs time off. My husband and I work partially from home and we always hear her laughing and...
Christina K.
3.7
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I've had the joy of working with children of all ages for over a decade, both as a teacher and a nanny. Along with years of hands-on experience, I've recently completed Early Childhood Education Levels 1 and 2. Supporting a child's growth and being a source of encouragement and empowerment is something I'm truly...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"She is very sweet, loving, and attentive. Very reliable and set our hearts at ease the minute she walked in the door."
Care member
Laura P.
Palos Hills, IL
$18/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Laura. I have my degree and 20+ years in Early Childhood Education. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have been a teacher, nanny and Preschool Center Director. I started child care in my Palos Hills home in 2016. I know how impactful, personal, social and fun home care can be! Please reach out to me if you would...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We absolutely adore Laura. The second we walked into Laura’s home we knew she was special!
Her space is incredible, with so many fun things to do. She is so incredibly kind and truly loves what she does. She made us feel comfortable from the second we walked in...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a daycare teacher at two schools, I'm a mom of 3, we have our own apartment, own transportation, I have been a nanny on here in the past and a babysitter as a teenager. I have always loved kids and being with them to help them grow, learn, help fellow parents out, be a date night sitter, pet sitter, house sitter, you...
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kids are very happy with Rebecca. We are moving out of state and unfortunately we have to find new childcare arrangement. You would be lucky to have her."
Joanna M.
Margaret O.
Elmwood Park, IL
$25-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Maggie. I am 27 years old. I have worked as a Teacher at Little Jewels Learning Center. I have also nannied for multiple families that have become like family over the years.
Margaret can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maggie was a terrific nanny. She was with our family for over a year, before heading to college. She worked for us 4 days a week, extended hours when needed, and was always on time. My kids (1 & 3 when she started; now 2 & 4) loved her. She took my 3-year old to...
Mary B.
4.0
(10)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have been a professional nanny for 26 wonderful years. I also have been an Assistant Teacher and a nanny for special needs children. I believe that all children are special and true gifts. I have a lot of fun and creative ideas for art projects, games and playtime. I have alot of experience helping with potty training. I am...
Heather can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
4.0
"Heather has a calm energy that was great in our house with 2 under 2. She was flexible with coming in early when needed. Only worked with her for a few months because she moved out of state."
Jenna S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an energetic, loving, and responsible nanny with 12+ years of experience! I am happily drug and tobacco-free and welcome change easily. I have a 5-year-old daughter who I have stayed at home with since birth. I occupy our days with engaging learning activities that also help to develop her fine motor skills. I also have...
Keyla can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
"Keyla is very good at what she does! She was a nanny for our child from age 9 months to 2 years. Throughout that time we appreciated her thoughtfulness, attention to detail, and the individual loving care she provided our child. She planned creative and educational...
Laurelyn S.
Giselle V.
Downers Grove, IL
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm Giselle! I'm 24 years old and I am accepting date nights and/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 certified Lifeguard with...
Giselle can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Giselle is so great with our kiddo, has excellent communication skills! We would highly recommend to any family! "
Care member
Karina C.
Broadview, IL
$24-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Karina (Nina) I'm 32 old and have over 10 years of Child care experience. I absolutely love children and am currently working to finish the last couple semesters of my Bachelors in Early Childhood Education. I worked with my first family right out of HS caring for a premie. I then did 3 years at a Daycare as...
Karina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Karina is an excellent person with children. She is kind, caring and loves kids. She cared for my two older children for 3 years (at the time they were 1st and 3rd grade). And then she cared for my 3rd who was a preemie. Karina took a special class on how to care...
Lisa L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Rachel and I am a full time classroom teacher. This is my fifth year teaching Kindergarten and I worked as a paraprofessional in a 1st grade classroom for 2 years prior. I absolutely love my job and love helping children grow to reach their full potential. I aim to incorporate engaging, hands-on activities during...
5.0
"Rachel has been great working with my first grader in tutoring! She is punctual, attentive, and doesn't mind the dogs. I'm looking forward to her continuing to work with my daughter over the next several months!"
Sarah S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified substitute teacher in Illinois (Riverside Brookfield High School). I have just under 2 years of experience babysitting children ages 3 and under. I would be a great fit for children ages 7 and up, as I can help navigate technology and remote-learning assignments. I have led theatre camps for teenagers at...
Michael can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"We hired Mike during the middle of the pandemic to help with remote learning for my first grader and watching my 4yo. Mike also took on some housekeeping and pet care responsibilities. He is very patient and creative with the children in helping with the remote...
Andrea N.
5.0
(2)
"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: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & 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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have extensive tutoring skills with regular and special needs children including autistic children. I tutor in my Darien home, students' homes, or library. I have several approaches in order to engage students in learning and make them eager to achieve.
5.0
"I get tutor in Math and Reading "
Laura B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love kids. Since early years my dream was to be a teacher and work with kids. I started that career about 16 years ago and have experience with babies and toddlers. I am non-smoker and very comfortable with pets. In my job I focus on the child, and safety is my priority. I like to keep kids busy, so we play together, go to the...
Magdalena can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Magda has been our full-time nanny for almost 4 years, since our little ones were 1 and 4 years old. Her responsibilities have included, first and foremost, caring directly for them, including arranging and facilitating play dates (outdoors with fresh air when...
Laura B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Ashley and In May 2020, I graduated with a Master of Arts in English, concentration in literature from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE). This academic achievement, my excellent track record as a Graduate Teaching Fellow and my commitment to teamwork and my current job as a High School English Teacher make...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ashley allowed us the pleasure of having her as our regular evening babysitter for almost a year. She is a wonderful person and our then eight year old boy adored her. Ashley was "always" punctual and "always" arrived with a cheery attitude. When her schedule did...
Claire C.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep
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.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Aileen. I am a college graduate with a bachelors from UIC. I have 7 years of experience working with children from the ages of 6 weeks-14 years of age. I use to be a kindergarten teacher and a Spanish teacher, however I currently work as a student advocate. I am a very patient person, very well organized, and...
Aileen can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"We interviewed Aileen for a full time nanny position and loved her. I was ready to make her an offer but was in a bind and needed to hire someone who could start immediately. I really wish I could have made it work with her - she had great references, perfect...
Melissa S.
4.6
(17)
Hired by 27 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mother of 5 amazing children and are all adults now & will work within 10 miles I do have a very Flexible schedule and available full time or part time, nights weekends and date nights as well. I'm full of Energy and a hard worker and passionate about my work and the children. I also worked in a daycare watching multiple...
Deborah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Deborah was our night nanny 2x a week for our 2 month old while I was on maternity leave. She was always punctual, polite and clearly cared for our son's wellbeing. She was always in a good mood! We would be happy to ask for her help again in the future. "
Nancy K.
4.8
(12)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kimberly and I live on the border of Chicago/OakPark area. I'm a patient and loving mom of two beautiful children. Cooking, reading, playing games and creative activities are some of the things I love to do. I've had the privilege of working with children of all ages from infancy through adolescence over the...
Kimberly can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
4.0
"Kimberly is extremely friendly and personable! Kim will make a rock want to talk with her. She disarms others, children and adults. Kim gets it done!"
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Western Springs, IL
Alia S.
5.0
I used Alia when I first went back to work. She helped make the process of me going back to work seamless for me and my kids! Truthfully I would hire Alia back any day if she was still where I am! My kids loved having her in our home.
- Lindsay L.
Sonia C.
5.0
Sonia is an amazing nanny who has been with our family for almost 1.5 years (started when son was 8 months). She is always on time and gives advanced notice when she needs time off. My husband and I work partially from home and we always hear her laughing and playing games with our son. She reads...
- Christina K.
Abigail C.
5.0
Abigail cared for our twins over the course of three years. She was always someone we knew we could depend and rely on. Our kids adored her as she always was interactive and engaging. If there were ever any concerns, we appreciated Abigail's consistent communication and professionalism. Although we...
- Care member
Laura P.
5.0
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Laura. She took care of my babies for 4 years until we moved out of state. She took care of my 3 kiddos as if they were her own! She was always flexible with our job schedules and available when we needed her most. I wish I could find a Laura in every state...
- Care member
Rebecca M.
5.0
My kids are very happy with Rebecca. We are moving out of state and unfortunately we have to find new childcare arrangement. You would be lucky to have her.
- Joanna M.
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Western Springs, IL
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Western Springs, IL?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Western Springs, IL is $27.50. 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 Western Springs, 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 Western Springs, 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 Western Springs, IL offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Western Springs, 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 Western Springs, 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 Western Springs, IL.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Western Springs, IL?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Western Springs, 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.