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510 reading tutors are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Chicago, IL
5.0
(1)
Hello! Does your child need that extra push to take off with reading, writing, or English? As a Dean's List college student- and much more importantly, a book worm- I know better than most how exciting, yet, challenging the English endeavor can be. I love to work with kids of all ages to help achieve their literary goals; to...
5.0
"I hired my son a tutor, as with COVID-19, he was struggling a bit academically. I was unsure if a tutor would work in getting him get back on track, but felt like we had to start somewhere.
From the get go-Andrew showed up with complete professionalism and...
Molly H.
In summer of 2022, I tutored an 11-year-old girl with Autism, 1-2 times per week. I tutored her in reading and used a visualization/pre-reading approach and taught other strategies (key words, re-reading, summarizing, context clues).
Hi there! :) I am a 27-year-old high school English teacher in Chicago, IL. I love to read, write, cook, bake, walk, go to museums, listen to music, spend time with dogs, and so much more. I am looking for a part-time opportunity that allows me to work after school or even on weekends to help make your life better!
I am...
I was a peer tutor for one year in high school for Algebra II/ trig, I have offered homework help throughout my years of nannying (large range of ages), I was a TA in college, and I currently volunteer through ReadUP to tutor low-income children to read.
I currently work as a Reading Specialist/Literacy Coach at a PreK-8 elementary school. Prior to that, I spent 7 years teaching 2nd and 3rd grade. In addition to providing literacy interventions to struggling readers, I have been tutoring beginning readers for the past two years, working on phonics, decoding strategies, and...
Arnita F.
Chicago, IL
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reading and Writing Tutor; BA Degree In Pedagogy and Teach Piano Lessons Part-time
Hello: I am committed to helping children excel in understanding the principles of learning in a fun and practical way. My former experience as a volunteer tutor was rewarding in helping CPS under-privileged elementary students develop in reading and comprehension. In 2010 and 2011 term of the National Assessment Education...
Hello! My name is Morgan and I am a 7th grade reading teacher at a College Prep School in Chicago. I am a certified K-9th grade teacher and have taught English Language Arts, Reading, and Writing. My background is in theatre and comedy so I bring a love of learning and excitement to every lesson! I have tutored for 5 years now...
I was employed as an English tutor for a few years at St. Petersburg College. I have won several competitions for my writing and verbal abilities (state champion in essay competition; 2nd place in the United States for sales, etc.).
I love working with young children and helping them to develop their skills. I can assist with...
Caroline L.
Chicago, IL
$20-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
Elementary And Middle School Math, ELA, Reading And Science Tutor
Hi,
I have been tutoring for over 3 years now. I have tutored students as young as Pre-K for kindergarten readiness all they way up to 8th-grade math and science. I am finishing up my last year in my Master of Teaching Program. I am certified to teach in 1-6 general ed classrooms and specialize in 5th-8th Math and science.
I...
Mia D.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny With 10+ Years Of Experience - Loves Art, Reading/education, And The Outdoors!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am looking for a full-time nannying job located near the Avondale area. I have over 10 years of experience working with children. I have nannied for many families with diverse backgrounds and needs, caring for infants as young as 2 months and children as old as 12 years. I also have experience working with kids as an...
Mia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mia has watched my daughter since around 5 months. She super sweet and my daughter loves her. She is my current nanny and my daughter is now 19 months. Super responsible, follows instructions, has taken my daughter to outdoor activities, including soccer, museums,...
Marilupe M.
Alexandra B.
Chicago, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter Available On Weekends; Also Tutor In Reading/Writing!
Here is a list of my qualifications:
- Have sat for children as young as 6 months and as old as 11
- Sister to an 8-year-old, providing day-to-day experience with children
- Prepared meals, played games, and facilitated bedtime activities like reading and brushing teeth
- Tutored in reading and writing at local library...
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Caroline G.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Always Ready To Sing Songs, Read Books, Have Fun, And Be Kind!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an energetic, creative, fun-loving education worker who loves connecting with families and lending a helping hand! I have experience as a babysitter and educator, teaching music and performing arts to children from early childhood through high school. I currently work in a school and connecting and laughing with kiddos is...
Caroline can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Sophie D.
Chicago, IL
$40-50/hr • 16 yrs exp
Master Of Education- Elementary, Early Childhood & Reading Development Focus
Six years of elementary school teaching experience, on average class sizes of 22 kids. Masters degree in Reading Education. State teacher certification, CPR, First Aid and Mild Intervention SPED certifications.
I'd describe my personality as fun, creative and efficient
I started working with kids when I was in middle school,...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Paige and I am an experienced teacher/tutor/caregiver with 10 years experience with children aging from infant to 10 years old. I have been teaching for 3 years I am currently a Master kindergarten Teacher at a charter school in Chicago. In 2017 I received my Masters in Urban Education and type 03 certification...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a dedicated, highly skilled tutor with over 20 years experience. I tutor all subjects K-12 and college math and science. My expertise is in math and test prep. I have the gift of making math understandable and easy. I also teach SAT/ACT prep at high schools. I'm a former scientist with a PhD from Northwestern University and...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Exceptional and seasoned Educator with 9+ years of stellar experience as a Math and Science Educator and Academic Success Strategist. I have worked with a diverse pool of students, and strategically position them for consistent progression and success in their academics. This can be achieved by our collaborative efforts to yield...
5.0
"Jeanie is the best tutor! I’ve hired her for tutoring in Calculus 1. She has helped me so much from boosting my test grade to giving me confidence in the classroom. Jeanie makes sure to go over the basics and do multiple examples. She helped me so much in making an...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Ian is a recent college graduate with a love of language, writing, and programming who is excited to gain teaching experience and meet new people.
5.0
"My kids had the best time with Ian! I was always confident to call him because I knew kids would be having fun and most importantly they would be safe."
Julieta G.
John B.
Chicago, IL
$65-150/hr • 10 yrs exp
Education Professional, Private Tutor, Home School Curriculum Developer, Literacy Specialist, Author
5.0
(1)
I am an education professional and award-winning children's book author with experience teaching students ages 5 through college. I have both a M. S. and Ph. D. in Education. In addition to teaching at the university and high school levels, I have worked with numerous families to develop and teach home school curriculum. This...
5.0
"Our son is a bright, creative boy who has struggled with reading and language his entire academic life. We tried multiple interventions, e.g.reading camps, extra classroom reading time, various tutors. None of these made a significant difference. Our son not only...
Bernadette D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Marla and I'm a graduate of Seton Hall University where I majored in Economics and am currently working on my MBA. I've been tutoring professionally for 10 years now and with current pandemic I'm now offering online tutoring services through various platforms! I began tutoring my freshman year of high school...
5.0
"Marla is excellent with my kids. We couldn't be happier. She's reliable and trustworthy."
Shaquana V.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a freshman in college at Loyola University. I have always been very good at both English and science throughout my years in school. I took Honors courses in English and AP courses in science and English in high school. I scored 35's on the science and English sections of the ACT. I LOVE writing and editing papers! As...
5.0
"She is amazing and brilliant! Always helped out with the kids."
Huxley P.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Chicago, IL
Andrew B.
5.0
I hired my son a tutor, as with COVID-19, he was struggling a bit academically. I was unsure if a tutor would work in getting him get back on track, but felt like we had to start somewhere.
From the get go-Andrew showed up with complete professionalism and integrity, willing to help in any way...
- Molly H.
Mia D.
5.0
Mia has watched my daughter since around 5 months. She super sweet and my daughter loves her. She is my current nanny and my daughter is now 19 months. Super responsible, follows instructions, has taken my daughter to outdoor activities, including soccer, museums, etc. Also has picked up my daughter...
- Marilupe M.
Jeanie D.
5.0
Jeanie is everything you want in a tutor for your child. She is organized, reliable, prepared, and kind. Most of all she loves teaching. She cares about her students and adapts her tutoring approach to individual needs. We hired Jeanie to help our 4th grader with ISEE prep. Within weeks he began the...
- Care member
Ian K.
5.0
Reliable, responsive and smart. My kids love him. Our favorite babysitter.
- Hilary B.
John B.
5.0
Our son is a bright, creative boy who has struggled with reading and language his entire academic life. We tried multiple interventions, e.g.reading camps, extra classroom reading time, various tutors. None of these made a significant difference. Our son not only couldn't read well enough to keep...
- Bernadette D.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Chicago, IL
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Chicago, IL?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Chicago, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $22.82 per hour as of April 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each candidate has, how often you will need them to help your child with reading and the age of your child.
How can I find a reading tutor near me in Chicago, IL?
Care.com currently has 510 reading tutors in Chicago, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Chicago and compare your options by hourly rate, the experience each reading tutor has and the specific skills they can teach. You can also see reviews from other families in Chicago that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Chicago, IL?
The goal of hiring a reading tutor is to improve your child's grades and vocabulary. Ask questions about the process each tutor uses to get these results from the kids they've worked with in the past. Also ask each reading tutor if they are familiar with some of the goals the schools in Chicago have. Finally, see how long they are willing to commit to helping your child with their reading tasks. Your child may only need a few tutoring sessions or long-term help with their reading that could require the tutor to stay with them the entire school year.
How can I safely hire a reading tutor for my child near me in Chicago, IL?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Chicago, IL, we ask all reading tutors listed on Care.com to complete a background check known as a CareCheck (look for a badge on their profile that shares when they had this background check run). However, to safely hire a reading tutor, we strongly advise you to do your own research by requesting references, interviewing multiple candidates, and running an independent background check.
What types of reading tutors near me in Chicago, IL can I hire?
With the help of Care.com, you can find the best reading tutors for your child. You can find tutors for reading at all levels. From learning how phonics work to improving reading comprehension. Once your child gets older, you may even want to switch to a writing tutor who can help them develop their writing skills alongside their reading comprehension skills.
Ratings for Chicago, IL reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Reading Tutors in Chicago, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 246 reviews of the 510 listed reading tutors.