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60 reading tutors are listed in Downers Grove, IL
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Downers Grove, IL
Angelica H.
La Grange Park, IL
$18-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekends And Wednesday's After
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Angelica, I am 28 years old. I live in La Grange Park and have my masters degree in counseling and art therapy. I previously worked as a Pre-School and Toddler Teacher, a Nanny, and as a Direct Care staff member for adults with developmental disabilities. I have many years of child care experience, and while I...
Angelica can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emily and I'd love to be considered for your family's child care needs! My current availability is limited to evenings after 4:30 p.m. and weekends.
I am currently a second year grad student at Elmhurst University pursuing a masters degree in communication sciences and disorders to one day become a speech...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Dear Parents/Guardian,
My name is Jess K. I am a part-time school social worker. I have 10+ years of professional experience working with students ages 3-18 in a variety of settings (child care, social services, education, and ministry). I apply a strengths-based and student-centered approach to my tutoring services. I am...
I am certified K-6 grade teacher and special education teacher K-22. I am currently a teacher at Acacia Academy in LaGrange Highlands. I have 4 of my own children - 3 in college and 1 in high school. I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Special Education and Math. I have been teacher online since last March and so I...
This past summer I was tutoring kids k-8 on all subjects. I'm looking to do it a couple times during the week.
Hi! After retiring from the education field I found that I missed teaching and assisting students to reach their highest potential. I have 34 years of experience teaching grades 1, 2, 3, and 6 at the elementary level, as well as teaching at the Middle School level in 6th grade Social Studies, 7th grade Social Studies and 7th...
Lynn T.
Lisle, IL
$15-20/hr
I have tutored in Mathematics, writing, & reading. I have finished my bachelors degree and have done all basic classes. For math I have went all the way to Calculus 1.
Molly M.
Wheaton, IL
$23/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Molly
I am a college student studying radiography. In addition to childcare, I am also a tutor. I love teaching children, and making their days fun and educational.
I'd describe my personality as Detail oriented, fun, caring
I started working with kids when I was in high school, for a home day-care center...
I love animals, working with children, creating art work, singing songs, reading books, and spending time outdoors.
I have 15 years of experience working with children. I started taking care of children within my family, then proceeded to take care of family friend's children. Throughout the summers in high school I worked as...
Brenda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Amy K.
Naperville, IL
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Fun And Responsible Sitter With Over Eight Years Caring For Children Of All Ages
I am an experienced sitter and former full-time nanny. I am reliable and responsible. Children find me fun and entertaining. I love engaging children with creative activities, whether it's arts and crafts, outdoor play, or reading stories. I own a car and am able to transport children as needed. Additionally, I am able to help...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Jewell and I am looking for an opportunity to support your child via tutoring or nannying. I have been teaching sixth grade Language Arts and Social Studies for the past three years and privately tutored a young family for a year prior. Although I love teaching children the connections between literature and...
Katherine Q.
Melrose Park, IL
$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Kathy And I Am Looking For A Fun Babysitting Job :)
I'd describe my personality as kind, fun, and caring
I like working with kids because I am the oldest of 5, ive always been mature for my age and always enjoyed watching over my brothers and sisters. i've always enjoyed doing homework with them and doing fun activities with them from mini kid friendly science experiments to...
Katherine can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Matthew J.
Darien, IL
$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Matthew, and I am a current college student studying psychology and anthropology. I would love to help elementary-, middle-, or high-school aged students with math and English help.
Tziporah L.
Naperville, IL
$23/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm Tziporah. I've Been Working With Children For The Past Six Years.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love the laughs, fostering their curiosity, and I think human development is super interesting.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible.
I started working with kids in 2016 as a volunteer for Parent's Night Out at the Indianapolis JCC.
In my spare time, I like to go bird watching, read, and spend time with my...
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Maisie :) I have experience caring for children for the last 12 years. I have cared for newborns to children aged 13-year-olds. My experience includes full time nannying, overnight care, camp counseling, working in a daycare for 2 years, and tutoring. I love to play games, do crafts, read books, watch movies, and...
Maisie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Brooke A.
Willowbrook, IL
$25-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced (and Very Cool) Tutor For Fall/Winter 2024/25
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...
Hello! My name is Paige and I'm a recent transplant to Denver in 2022 and my most recent experience working with children was at the Winter Park ski resort as a preschool teacher and nursery staff. I have a bachelor's degree in special education and over 10 years of experience working with children. I have worked in many roles...
Paige can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently enrolled in college for nursing, and would love the opportunity to further expand my experience with children as I'm looking to go into pediatrics! I currently have 5 years of experience, babysitting for multiple families and that has ranged from 1 child to 4. I am the youngest, but have always loved spending time...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Shari R.
Darien, IL
$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been an educator for over 20 years. I teach general subjects K-8 and specialize in tutoring math and reading. I have worked with children who have developmental, physical and behavioral issues as well as special needs. I have always loved working with students who need extra help or assistance. I love to watch them...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love helping people and thoroughly care about others. I have experience in tutoring children ages 13 and under in writing, reading and history. I also have been a caregiver for my 90-year-old great grandmother for the past year. I'm very patient and easy going.
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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 $23.50 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 Downers Grove, IL?
Care.com currently has 16 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 12 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.