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60 reading tutors are listed in Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, IL
5.0
(1)
I have several years of experience as a babysitter and caregiver. I am also a certified teacher so this is an added bonus for my families. I love to read to children and help children increase their reading comprehension skills. I can assist with homework, basic skills review, and other academic help that is needed. I am loving...
Christine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My name is Carolyn. I am 24 years old and I am a pharmacist. Christine is my mother and the most influential role model in my life. I can't say enough good things about my mother, but because I'm sure that other references that she will provide you with will attest...
Carolyn L.
Brooke A.
Willowbrook, IL
$25-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced (and Very Cool) Tutor For Fall/Winter 2024/25
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Glad you found me! I'm Brooke, and I'm excited to get to know you!
I have over 6 years (and counting!) of tutoring experience in ASL, Spanish, Algebra/basic math, and English, as well as general tutoring/homework support. For 4 years, I have worked with children with communication and learning disabilities.
Having worked with...
5.0
"Brooke was unbelievable. We were so sad when she left for college. Any family that has the opportunity to hire Brooke will be beyond pleased. She's amazing."
Coleen B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a tutor and I love to share my knowledge with others. I tutor for English, Math, Science and other areas of study, and have over 10 years of experience working with kids. I have my Bachelors Degree in Communications with a digital marketing background and working towards my Certificates in Computer Science. I am also...
5.0
"Sheema did an excellent job of helping my son prepare for his Geometry Final!!!! She was punctual and very nice to work with."
Cynthia T.
Michelle K.
Naperville, IL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
District 203 Teacher Available For After School Care And Homework Help
5.0
(3)
Hi, I'm Michelle! I'm a full-time District 203 high school English teacher and married mom of two college kids, a daughter and a son. I provide child care to families on evenings and weekends, and I also do occasional weekend overnight care.
When my kids were young, I was a stay-at-home mom for six years; I also have 20 years...
Michelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Michelle has been watching our two boys this summer and they love her. We love her. She is so reliable, friendly, and fun. She and the boys go on adventures, bake treats, and do fun activities. I highly recommend Michelle - she's the best."
Joseph M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I currently am a Licensed Social Worker/Clinician Lead, at an elementary school. I have a bachelor's degree from Indiana University and obtained a Master's of Social Work degree, from NYU, in May of 2018. I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 14 years old, and I have experience working with small/ large family sizes,...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Danielle has been a steady babysitter for our three kids (1,4,12yo) since we moved to the burbs. She has been amazing with all our kids at all age levels. She is very warm, friendly, and very quickly builds trust with kids. We love having her in our home and highly...
Mark E.
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 W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am assistant teacher. I have 11 years of experience working with infants and children with Down Syndrome and Autism. I love working with children. I enjoy playing games, read and doing art projects. I am caring, responsible, flexible and energetic if you have more questions you can contact me. Thank you!
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Maria is a terrific nanny. She is highly dependable, communicative and caring. She has a lot of energy and is very proactive. She is able to have fun with the kids and still help them stay accountable to their school work and home responsibilities. I highly...
Kimberly C.
Ashley F.
Naperville, IL
$23-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love working with kids because they aren't afraid to ask questions, try out new theories, and utilize their curiosity to learn their likes and dislikes. I realized that children teach me as much, if not more, than I teach them. Viewing the world from their standpoint is fantastic; everything feels so light, looks so colorful,...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have known Ashley for five years. She has been a caretaker for our children, pets, and home while we were away. She has assisted at birthday parties (best idea ever) and helped the kids through tough times and behaviors.
She is responsible, reliable, kind, and...
Care member
3.7
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I have worked with little ones of all ages for well over a decade, both as a teacher and a nanny. In addition to hands on experience, I also recently completed Early Childcare Education 1 and 2. I really have a passion to encourage every child's growth and to be a source validation/empowerment. I would say that I am a...
Abigail can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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...
Care member
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
(3)
I'm Ouijdane (Ouija), I'm 28, and I'm originally from Morocco.
I have been a medical student for 4 years (in Morocco).
Associate in science degree from Dupage community college.
I'd describe my personality as creative, energetic, good communicator, responsible.
Non smooker, non alcoholic
Pet friendly
I like working...
5.0
"I like this website it's safe for my family "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Anali and I graduated from North Central College in Naperville in 2017 with a bachelors in elementary education. In addition, I also am certified as an ESL and bilingual educator in grades k-12. I have years of experience as an elementary dual language/bilingual Spanish teacher. I am available to tutor in any...
5.0
"We've been so lucky to find Anali. Our daughter has been taking tutoring lessons with her this summer. She has been so wonderful, patient and helpful. We've seen such good improvement and confidence with my daughter's math skills before she was a little embarrassed...
Miriam J.
Jennifer D.
Carol Stream, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience as a babysitter and nanny. I am a certified elementary school teacher. I have provided interventions for students struggling with math and reading and have been a 3rd grade teacher for the past 2 years. I enjoy getting the opportunity to think outside the box and create activities where kids...
Jennifer can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"She is a trusting person with my child. Very friendly outgoing energetic caregiver. Highly recommend as she goes above and beyond to care for your child."
Care member
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Magdalena is an amazing child caretaker, she is thoughtful, kind, loving, creative, punctual, and most of all, our children adore her. I consider our family very lucky to have had her watching our girls. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a college graduate with a degree in Elementary Education and a specialization in reading and language arts from the University of Iowa. I currently am a teacher at a local school so am unable to work during school hours. I love working with children. I completed two semesters student teaching and had many classes involving...
Jackie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We have loved having Jackie at our house. She is professional and very good with both kids. She is excellent at keeping our schedule and assisting with homework duties. We have had her at least once a week since our first meeting with her."
Lisa H.
5.0
(2)
My name is Kathy. I have been a professional nanny for 20 + years.
Also, having previous daycare teacher Experience. I am reliable, responsible, fun & loving. I have experience with all ages & even multiples. I enjoy reading, singing and being active outdoors with the children. I look forward to becoming part of your family.
I...
Kathleen can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We interviewed Kathy for a caregiver position with our family. She was energetic, professional and confident throughout our conversation, which was held while our two rambunctious children ran around! She handled the entire process with grace.
Kathy would have...
Christine W.
Jessica A.
Carol Stream, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jessica and I am a 5th grade teacher at an elementary school. I am in my 9th year of teaching and would love to provide my tutoring services to your student. I am very educated on the state standards and the requirements at each grade level. I also just completed my masters in Curriculum and Instruction with a...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Spanish/Speech/Reading/Writing
English/Reading/Writing
Math
I am a junior in college and just finished a semester studying in Barcelona. I am eager to share my love for the language and culture. I am also proficient in English reading and writing, along with math.
5.0
"She is absolutely amazing!! My son loves her and she is helping him so much. We are so grateful for her!!"
Lisa K.
Amber J.
Glendale Heights, IL
$27-28/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny With A Passion For Nurturing Growth And Creativity
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
With over 5yrs of experience as a nanny, I've cared for children from newborns to 13yrs old. My background as an educator, and as a CCMA, allows me to provide a nurturing, educational environment. As a mother, I bring firsthand experience with a strong Montessori background. I focus on hands-on learning, imaginative play, and...
Amber can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Amber has been an amazing nanny to our 2 girls and we're sad to have to let her go (our girls are school age now). She is very creative and came up with amazing activities for our kids. Examples are: 2 presidential elections with campaign posters, speeches and a...
Nimisha S.
Riana O.
Naperville, IL
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
As a single mom I raised my daughter by myself, I like go to library and go to the park when she was a child. I had a lot of experience with the kids because I was a kindergarten teacher in my country, my responsibilities to taking care of them, teach them how to read and write and play with them.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Downers Grove, IL
Christine L.
5.0
My name is Carolyn. I am 24 years old and I am a pharmacist. Christine is my mother and the most influential role model in my life. I can't say enough good things about my mother, but because I'm sure that other references that she will provide you with will attest to her professionalism,...
- Carolyn L.
Brooke A.
5.0
Brooke was unbelievable. We were so sad when she left for college. Any family that has the opportunity to hire Brooke will be beyond pleased. She's amazing.
- Coleen B.
Hina G.
5.0
Sheema did an excellent job of helping my son prepare for his Geometry Final!!!! She was punctual and very nice to work with.
- Cynthia T.
Michelle K.
5.0
My family loves Michelle! I have 4 kids all under the age of 6. It’s a lot and it’s takes a special person to be able to have the energy and patience to navigate the logistics of the day to day with that many kids. Michelle is that person and we couldn’t be more grateful! She shows up on time, works...
- Ashley W.
Danielle B.
5.0
Danielle was amazing with our 20 month old and super responsive leading up to the sit date!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Downers Grove, IL
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Downers Grove, IL?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Downers Grove, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $22.73 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 Downers Grove, IL?
Care.com currently has 15 reading tutors in Downers Grove, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Downers Grove 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 Downers Grove that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove 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 Downers Grove, IL?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, IL reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Reading Tutors in Downers Grove, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.