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539 reading tutors are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Chicago, IL
Clare D.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am a dedicated Health Science major at DePaul University. I have two minors, one in Spanish and one in Psychology, and my strong suits lie in Writing, Science, and Spanish! I have tutored kids from kindergarten all the way to college level. I also have experience with special needs children.
Claudia K.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Claudia! I have been tutoring middle/elementary school-aged students for the last 2 years. I have been able to help with all realms specifically focusing on reading and comprehension skills along with math! The majority of my students have been ESL as well so I try to be very patient and understanding with all...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alyssa and I am a 7th grade math and language arts teacher. I graduated from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in 2015 with a degree in elementary education. I student taught in 2nd and 4th grade classrooms, so I am pretty familiar with elementary standards. I also have a concentration in Spanish and...
Abigail M.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as adaptable, energetic, and confident.
I like working with kids because they are so creative and so smart! I learn so much from being by around them, and they help me remember how much wonder there is in the world around us.
I have 84 credit hours from BYU-Provo, a paraprofessional license in...
I started tutoring while in high school at Gordon Parks Elementary, and I later tutored for high school students as well. While completing college I worked at a youth shelter as a caregiver, mentor and tutor. In graduate school I worked as a Teaching Assistant, which involved tutoring, leading review sessions, grading, lecturing...
Currently, I work with students at a learning center that helps re-mediate students with reading, reading comprehension, and math. I have been with this company for 3 years.
Abby S.
Chicago, IL
$17-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have tutored many kids I've babysat and have a passion for helping students achieve their best academic success, while also building self esteem.
I am a rising junior nursing student in a University I have excelled in science courses (biology, chemistry, anatomy). I feel comfortable tutoring students through high school.
Megan F.
Chicago, IL
$25-40/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a senior at the University of Wisconsin majoring in History. I am currently gearing up for graduate school to be a high school social studies teacher. I love helping students learn and progress and am very patient. I have tutored several students in college essay writing, ACT tutoring, and Algebra II. The bulk of my time...
Shreya A.
Chicago, IL
$40-60/hr
I have worked as tutor during high school and my undergrad. I love working with children, particularly with those that struggle with disabilities such as ADHD and Autism. I am a Ph. D. Student in Clinical Psychology, because of which I am trained in working with children who have diverse needs. I have also successfully navigated...
5.0
(11)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Carmen I am CPR certificate I have nanny for 10years can give 7 reference I have nanny kids from 2 months to 13 years old I would help with house cleaning baking with the little one coloring reading all types of books and doing Art's and crafts with water paint I would take children to museums zoo parks and love...
Carmen can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carmen was a godsend for our family. She stepped in at the last minute to care for our 3 year old after we had been canceled on. My son loves her! She fed him dinner every night, took him on walks and played with him. I appreciated that she was in constant...
Care member
5.0
(10)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I graduated with a Bachelor's in Psychology from IU, and I currently work as a mental health professional with children and adolescents. I found that I loved working with kids when I first started babysitting in high school, and I have continued to do so since. I was an older sibling and cousin in a large family so being a...
Ashlynn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ashlynn is such a gem! She is so caring and kind with our son. She is extremely responsive and flexible. Would absolutely recommend her!! "
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Ana M.
Chicago, IL
$26/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello Parents !! I'm a experienced kind nanny who loves take care of children as if they were my own.
I have a Degree as a Computer Teacher so if you are in need of someone who supports your children with the E-learning, I will be totally comfortable doing it.
Also I have been working as a full time/part time nanny with...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Paola is so wonderful with our 20 month old daughter, who had never had a babysitter before. She's caring, engaging and such a pleasure to work with. Our daughter really enjoys Paola and we appreciate her greatly."
Kristen O.
Oriana A.
Chicago, IL
$20-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(12)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm very affectionate, sweet but at the same time firm. I'm also very fun as I'm a camping leader so kids will never get bored and we can sing so many songs in English and Spanish so your kids can also be bilingual.
I am part of a non traditional educational system that increase emotional, financial and leadership skills that...
Oriana can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Oriana is very professional and she was great with the kids. We had to change our time (make it an hour earlier) the day before and it was not a problem for her. Very quick to respond. They bonded with her and can't wait to see her again!"
Andrea G.
4.8
(12)
Hired by 5 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, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Kimberly is such a sweet caring woman. Always there when you need her. Very punctual and professional. I know my daughter is in safe hands whenever with her. "
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5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!! I'm Kathy!! I'm an RN with a lot of experience w kids. I have been a nurse for 18 years. I worked in St Joes Hospital in Joliet as well as Linden Oaks in Naperville. Besides bringing many years of nursing experience, people and leadership skills with me, I am very reliable & flexible. I have done patient/family teaching for...
Kathleen can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kathleen is amazing. Punctual, hardworking, experienced and dependable. Her cheery disposition is a delight and she has a wonderful sense of humor. She is thoughtful and has great common sense. Her past medical care experience is an added bonus for anyone who...
Shelly R.
Paige R.
Chicago, IL
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Paige and I am an experienced teacher/tutor/caregiver with10 years experience with children aging from infant to 10 years old. I have been teaching for 7 years I am currently teaching 2nd grade at CPS. In 2017 I received my Masters in Urban Education and type 03 certification with endorsements in math, language...
Paige can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Siubhan. I study Theater with a minor in American Sign Language, and I spent my last summer as a teacher and a camp counselor at a performing arts summer camp. During my gap year before college I was a nanny, I have experience babysitting and I worked for various summer camps throughout high school. As a nanny...
Siubhan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Suibhan is a very mature and reliable young woman. I consider her an excellent babysitter! She is always on time and flexible with staying late when we need her to. She provides her own transportation. I trust her implicitly with my young daughter."
Liz H.
Ashley P.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Ashley. I am 23 years old and currently in my second year of teaching. I have had the pleasure of teaching both 3rd and 5th grade. I absolutely love working with kids and started at the early age of 10 years old. Since then, I have nannied and tutored for several years. I enjoy working with kiddos on their...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
5.0
"Ashley is a mature, reliable, charismatic caregiver. She was a nanny for my 9 and 11 year old for a summer. She kept them off the couch and she made sure they ate healthy. They loved her and they still talk about Ashley 2 years later!"
Olivia H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Emily. I am a full-time teacher and would love the opportunity to care for your child(ren). My passion for caring for children's well being led me to the field of education. Because of my experience in the classroom, I am able to help with homework and love reading stories (or being read to!). I also enjoying...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emily was fantastic! Communication was great from the beginning. She arrived on time and my 3 year old took to her immediately and she just jumped in with our 7 month old as well. We will have her back! "
Stephanie H.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Chicago, IL
Carmen V.
5.0
Carmen has been wonderful. She's been with us since March, when I returned to work after maternity leave. She cares for our 7-month-old baby full-time, Monday through Friday, and he absolutely adores her. She is on time every day (early, even!), communicates with my husband and me and sends pictures...
- Care member
Ashlynn W.
5.0
My Son absolutely adores Ashlynn! Whenever we tell him she is coming to babysit him he gets so excited. She is very good at high energy play with a busy toddler but also excellent with gentle care and patience during bed time. We are always happy to reach out and ask her to watch our son.
- Emily S.
Ana M.
5.0
Ana is an incredible babysitter and I would recommend her to anyone! She has been taking care of our daughter since she was only 3 months old and our daughter loves her. She keeps our daughter safe, happy, well fed and well rested. She loves reading, playing and has helped with bath time and the...
- Jessica S.
Oriana A.
5.0
We did a nanny share with Oriana. She took care of our 3 month old and another families 3 month old for a year during Covid. She was great the kids and dependable.
- Kevin M.
Kimberly A.
5.0
Kimberly is absolutely wonderful! She helped take care of my mom and dad and was so kind, caring and thoughtful. She helped us through some really tough times and is now a member of our family. She has a great sense of humor and really takes her job seriously.
- Care member
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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 $22.67 per hour as of February 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 538 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 Rating4.7 / 5
Reading Tutors in Chicago, IL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 186 reviews of the 539 listed reading tutors.