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My name is Jack and I'm an elementary special education teacher/literacy intervention specialist in Niles, Illinois. Throughout my seven years as an educator, I have worked with children of all ages with learning disabilities, ADD/ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder. I specialize in providing personalized instruction in math,...
Cassandra C.
Des Plaines, IL
$15-80/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Teacher With Fifteen Years Of Experience In Education
I teach students to become successful readers, writers, and mathematicians! I have experience tutoring students from the elementary school level up to college. Through the use of my teaching strategies and strong passion for education, I can provide your child with the tools that they need to be successful. I believe that each...
Guadalupe A.
Des Plaines, IL
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello. I have one year of experience working with children and currently work in the Intensive Care Unit while pursuing my nursing degree. I am a family-oriented, friendly individual with a passion for reading, crafts, and travel. I am committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for children. Additionally, I am...
Guadalupe can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
My name is Bri and I'am empathetic, responsible, dependable, fun, and trustworthy childcare giver! I have 12 years of child care experience, and I'am available for a full position! I adore children and working with them because their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy make them a joy to be around! I am the eldest of seven...
My name is Nelli and I am a special education teacher and IEP case manager with an ESL endorsement. I specialize in executive functioning and can help students with managing assignments, implement study skills, task initiation, and self advocacy. I can also help students academically across all subjects with a speciality in math
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a 24-year-old special education paraprofessional in Evanston. I'll be finishing my Bachelor's at Northwestern over the summer. I have experience caring for children of all ages, and experience tutoring elementary school students in reading and math. In addition to working at Lincolnwood Elementary, I have 2 years...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lexi is amazing! My kids (boys ages 10 and 6) loved every minute and ask all the time when she can come back! She took them on a scavenger hunt and swimming at the pool. I love that she could get those lazy boys off the couch and outside and they liked it!"
Wendy D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I was a nanny in Lombard for 11 years with a family with two children. The children were one and 2 years old when I started taking care of them. I supported their cognitive, physical, language, emotional and social development. I guided their behavior, did pretend play with them, played games and sports with them, and did...
Chanel can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Chanel to care for our son. She helped us with rolling, sitting, crawling, standing, and sleep training."
Alaina P.
Ella V.
Glencoe, IL
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Ella. Looking for a position as a nanny. I was a full-time nanny and a part-time babysitter for 15 years. I love to read, play games, go on all kinds of outings with the children, and help with homework and more. I am a very caring, warm, and fun-loving child care provider and have a wide range of child care...
Ella can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Ella is great with children and babies. She is very helpful and a kind person. She is experienced from bathing, feeding, changing diapers, doing homework, taking the kids to activities to anything I needed help with kids all different ages."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Here's a little about me! I am a teacher and have been teaching in the Chicago area for 9 years. I have experience babysitting for various families over the last 12+ years. I earned my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and my Master's degree as a Reading Specialist from DePaul University. I have spent several...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Great communication, very dependable & flexible. BEST decision I've ever made is hiring her. BOTH my children get excited when its her day to come over"
Nicole R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a caregiver and tutor with 2 years of experience. I believe there is nothing more important than encouraging a child's creativity and expression while also helping them to balance some of life's responsibilities! I love finding creative ways to inspire kids and make them curious about the world around them. I believe...
5.0
"Sean was wonderful! We hired Sean to help with childcare and various household tasks. He was reliable, punctual, dependable, an INCREDIBLY hard worker, and was enjoyable to work with - both for the kids and for us. I can't recommend Sean enough, and we look forward...
Mike G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jessica, I'd describe my personality as caring, responsible and attentive.
I like working with kids because I find joy in making a positive impact in their life's wether it be playtime, teaching them manners and helping them grow in ways they maybe didn't know!
I'm looking for a job that is welcoming,...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jessica was amazing with my 5 year old son. She was patient with him and engaged with him. He loved her and wouldn't mind spending the day with her. Definitely recommend. "
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Christopher F.
Wheeling, IL
$16/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello families, my name is Christopher, and I am a current student at the University of Illinois Chicago seeking a degree in Education. My childcare experience spans most of my life and has included children aged from infancy to adolescence. In addition to working in child care, I have participated in tutoring for students of...
Christopher can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I have a dog business that I run out of my home and I have used Christopher many times as a back up sitter. He has provided dog walking, daycare and boarding services in my home when I was away on various vacations. Christopher is a reliable, trustworthy...
Care member
Vanessa S.
Rolling Meadows, IL
$22-32/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Vanessa and i'm 23 years old! I have nannied for multiple different families and taught dance for 3 years for children aged 2-18! I am a non-smoker and vaccinated. I am CPR trained and first aid trained. I have my own reliable transportation and am very punctual. I can do light cleaning such as dishes, laundry,...
Vanessa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Vanessa is so great with kids! She makes sure to follow the rules that you have set in place and always plays with the kids or has activities planned. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
I have an early childhood education degree. I have worked as a nanny, teacher for several years. I like doing arts and crafts, going to the library and the park, and reading
Farideh can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Farideh is a loving, dependable and experienced care giver. She worked for us for four years and in that time became part of the family. She has a teaching background and has taught my children so much. Her next family will be very lucky to have her. Highly...
Lauren L.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 4 years of experience. I've took care of 3 kids (6mo, 7yo, 9yo) also with 2kids (3mo, 3yo) and 2 school age kids (9yo, 12yo). I can help with Swimming Supervision, meal prep, laundry and driving to different classes. Engaging them in age appropriate activities, crafts. I have a personality very calm and patient;...
Tania can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tani is amazing! She's been coming in for the last few months and is always punctual. She works independently and leaves our home looking clean and smelling fresh!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of experience teaching and nurturing children. I raised two daughters and taught at the elementary level for 6 years. I ran my own daycare and after school program as well as owned two after school arts programs, taught creative writing and worked as a reading instructor. Children are wonderful! I have had...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amy took care of my one and two year olds and was wonderful. Very reliable and careful. We were sad to see her go!"
Mindy B.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Thank you for taking a look at my profile! I currently have availability;
M-Th at or after 5:30 p.m.
F-Su All day (including date nights)
I have always had a good connection with kids and since middle school, I have looked after the children of neighbors and family members. I have volunteered at summer camps and I...
Joanna can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Joanna to take care of our 5 year old daughter and 1 year old son. She is a wonderful person and our children love her. We're a household that doesn't like too much screen time and she respected that completely. She is also a great cook which was an added...
Natalie B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Heather and I am a 51-year-old mom of 3 kids ages 28, 25 & 22 I have a BA in Elementary Education and a Master's degree in reading. I taught Pre-school and Kindergarten years ago but then stopped to raise my family. I currently (and for the past 11 years) have been a teaching assistant at a local elementary school in...
Heather can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Heather is truly fantastic and we were sad when our schedule changed and we couldn't keep her. Our boys loved being with Heather and look forward to more weekend/ date nights where she can be with them. "
Megan D.
Sandy N.
Elmwood Park, IL
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
New mama to a sweet baby girl, looking for a part time position a few days a week, in the early mornings, or a position where I can bring my daughter and do a 'nanny share' situation where I can help create a growing friendship of parallel play.
I am a certified K-6 teacher. I am trained in FUNdations, which is a phonics based...
Sandy can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"She works with kids so has experience and is motherly. She likes to be active too."
Yarelis S.
Sean C.
Park Ridge, IL
$20-50/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have a degree in Public Relations with a minor in English from DePaul University. Until recently, I have worked in California writing campaigns for a well-known brand. I have since moved back to Chicago on account of missing the winter-just kidding! The truth is, the corporate world just wasn't for me. I have a passion...
5.0
"Sean helped my 5th grader through remote learning during the 2020-2021 school year while both parents were at home. Sean was flexible with scheduling and changed his schedule depending on our family's needs and changing class times. Sean was supportive of my child...
Gretchen Q.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Des Plaines, IL
Alexis T.
5.0
Lexi is amazing! My kids (boys ages 10 and 6) loved every minute and ask all the time when she can come back! She took them on a scavenger hunt and swimming at the pool. I love that she could get those lazy boys off the couch and outside and they liked it!
- Wendy D.
Chanel J.
5.0
We hired Chanel to care for our son. She helped us with rolling, sitting, crawling, standing, and sleep training.
- Alaina P.
Ella V.
5.0
Ella is great with children and babies. She is very helpful and a kind person. She is experienced from bathing, feeding, changing diapers, doing homework, taking the kids to activities to anything I needed help with kids all different ages.
- Care member
Sarah W.
5.0
Great communication, very dependable & flexible. BEST decision I've ever made is hiring her. BOTH my children get excited when its her day to come over
- Nicole R.
Sean C.
5.0
Sean was wonderful! We hired Sean to help with childcare and various household tasks. He was reliable, punctual, dependable, an INCREDIBLY hard worker, and was enjoyable to work with - both for the kids and for us. I can't recommend Sean enough, and we look forward to working with him again!
- Mike G.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Des Plaines, IL
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Des Plaines, IL?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Des Plaines, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $37.80 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 Des Plaines, IL?
Care.com currently has 5 reading tutors in Des Plaines, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines, IL?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, 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.