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17 reading tutors are listed in DeKalb, IL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 4 years
Reading tutors in DeKalb, IL
Emily M.
DeKalb, IL
$20-45/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a second grade teacher with many years of child care experience. I have worked with infants through teenagers. I am pet friendly, have a reliable vehicle, and I can help with homework., and animals.
I do have a full time teaching job this school year and we are back in person so I am only available after school and on the...
5.0
"She is doing her clinicals in my 5th grade classroom. She is very helpful with students,knowledgeable and organized."
Nikki S.
Emily M.
DeKalb, IL
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a second grade teacher with many years of child care experience. I have worked with infants through teenagers. I am pet friendly, have a reliable vehicle, and I can help with homework. On a lighter note, I love arts and crafts, reading, outdoor activities, and animals.
I do have a full time teaching job this school year...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Emily has been our nanny for the 2015/2016 school year. She is very good with my 2 boys who are 2 and 4. She is caring, organized and friendly."
Nikki S.
I'd describe my personality as quiet, caring, outgoing.
I like working with kids because I like to care for them.
I started working with kids when I was a kid in elementary school. in 5th grade we were assigned reading buddies. It felt good to teach the younger kids how to read or tie their shoes. I started babysitting at...
Cheryl can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
I am 20 years old, I have babysat children from newborn to age 13. I love kids and pets, I enjoy helping children with homework and reading. I love seeing children happy so it is always my goal to put a smile on their face :). I am currently a hairstylist References are available upon request!
Annalisa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
- Licensed teacher in the state of Illinois
- 7 years teaching experience Pre-K through 5th
- All subject areas, including music and art
- Quality curriculum provided upon request
I'd describe my personality as fun, optimistic, and inquisitive. I love to ask questions and choose to see the good as often as I can.
I like working with kids because they always have such a unique outlook on life that can teach us a lot of lessons.
I started working with kids in 2022 when I became an assistant at the...
I am a certified teacher and have tutored math and Spanish for a few years now.
Marisela G.
Malta, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there. My name is Marisela and I have a Bachelors in Communication/ Education and have over 10 years of experience working with and taking care of children (from 1mo-15yr). I was an instructional aide at Protsman Elementary for 4 years (2008-2012). I also worked at Seedlings (child care center)for about a year. Activities I...
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
Jessica V.
Sandwich, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Former Homeschool Mom Who Loves To Teach, Sing And Dance
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Families! I started babysitting at age 10 after working in my church's nursery. At age 18 I became a full time nanny for over 15 years. Then I owned my own home daycare for several years. I was also a homeschool mom up until this school year when my daughter started 3rd grade. I have worked with children ages 12 days to...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Great communication! If she could watch my son 5 days a week I'd hire her again. Unfortunately her schedule doesn't align with mine.
Jessica knows what she is doing and does a great job with kids.
Definitely recommend 100%"
LeAnn G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Greg, and I'm a private tutor in St. Charles. I've been tutoring professionally since 2017 when I began teaching private lessons at a music studio. I have since started my own business and have expanded to tutoring academic subjects. Through this time I've worked both adults and kids of all ages, including public school,...
5.0
"Greg is a fantastic tutor. He provides wonderful support on our homeschooling journey. It is very easy to recommend him here. Greg has a wonderful way of connecting with my children (age 5, 8 and 11). He is very creative, patient and organized. My kids really...
Tereza M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a teacher with more than 10 years of experience teaching and taking care of children from 0-12 years of age. My experience involves founding and running a kids learning center at a church in Venezuela. I have extensive experience orienting children in middle school, and I am fluent and fully literate in Spanish. I am also...
Irma can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We absolutely love Irma and so does our 8 month old son! We hired Irma as a date night babysitter a couple of months ago. She is very flexible and always there for us. She is very caring, and she is the sweetest person ever. She does a great job getting our baby to...
Jolie D.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a fun, energetic and a compassionate mother with 21 years as a Mom. I have raised my 2 children alone. One special needs boy 21 and a girl 18 years old. My children are my life, and I have very lovely memories of them being little. I live for those days and feel that my calling is being a mother. My job as a mother is not...
Tiffany can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Treats my kids as her own. She does a very detailed job when she cleans. Anyone would be lucky to have her. Highly recommended "
Jennifer N.
Laurie H.
Saint Charles, IL
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I love to read with kids, play outside if it's nice out & I love to see kids happy!! Go on walks, go to park, ride bikes. Help with homework if needed.
Laurie can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Alexandra M.
Sandwich, IL
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Alex! I have 15 years of experience & can help with light housekeeping, meal prep, school drop off/pick up, & homework. I have worked with infants to teens, including kids with autism and cerebral palsy. In college, I completed Emergency Medical Responser courses and have been certified for CPR multiple times. I love...
Alexandra can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Sadie and I am currently majoring in elementary education at ISU. I would love to help your child with elementary math, science, English, or other subjects. Please feel free to message me with any questions. I am also getting my ESL certification! I have taken all the required classes for the endorsement, and I...
Hello, my name is Jessie. I am a certified elementary school teacher with a master's degree in school leadership. I have 10 years of experience working in an elementary school and 5 years experience working as a pre-k teacher.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a former English teacher. I started babysitting when I was 13. I was also a camp counselor, a respite Caregiver for two years, and I also taught middle school for three years. This past year I was a teachers aid for kids from infancy up until 10 years old.
I enjoy the great outdoors and exploring my community.
I'd...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in DeKalb, IL
Emily M.
5.0
She is doing her clinicals in my 5th grade classroom. She is very helpful with students,knowledgeable and organized.
- Nikki S.
Emily M.
5.0
Emily has been our nanny for the 2015/2016 school year. She is very good with my 2 boys who are 2 and 4. She is caring, organized and friendly.
- Nikki S.
Jessica V.
5.0
Our family has known Jessica for almost 4 years now. Throughout those years we have built a friendship based on trust and understanding. My children have become best friends with her daughter and we're so grateful for everything she has done for our family. When Jessica was faced with a challenge...
- Mark And Megan D.
Gregory T.
5.0
Greg is a fantastic tutor. He provides wonderful support on our homeschooling journey. It is very easy to recommend him here. Greg has a wonderful way of connecting with my children (age 5, 8 and 11). He is very creative, patient and organized. My kids really enjoy tutoring time with him and they...
- Tereza M.
Irma M.
5.0
I have worked with Irma for two years now and I can’t imagine my life without her. We hired Irma to watch our son, Misha, who was about 9 months old at the time in Nov 2021. She has been with us ever since, and it was one of the best decisions we ever made. Irma is truly amazing. She is such a...
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in DeKalb, IL
How much do reading tutors charge near me in DeKalb, IL?
Hiring a local reading tutor in DeKalb, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $18.00 per hour as of March 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 DeKalb, IL?
Care.com currently has 3 reading tutors in DeKalb, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from DeKalb 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 DeKalb that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in DeKalb, 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 DeKalb 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 DeKalb, IL?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in DeKalb, 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 DeKalb, 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.