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Breanne S.
Saint Charles, IL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Edited to add: I have returned to teaching, and am only available for date nights and possibly summers or holiday breaks.
Vaccinated teacher turned career nanny. I've held positions as an elementary teacher (6 years), assistant children's librarian, Battle of the Books Coach, tutor, and preschool teacher. I have professional...
Breanne can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Anu S.
Barrington, IL
$17-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
I Love To Work With Kids, I Find It Super Fun And Fulfilling.
I'd describe my personality as humorous, creative, and thoughtful.
I like working with kids because it's a lot of fun teaching them and helping them have new experiences. I love the energy kids have and being around them is super entertaining. You never know what to expect. Also I love to have a good teaching moment with kids....
Linda M.
Hoffman Estates, IL
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a single stay at home mom. I love children ! I am a retired certified teachers assistant. I have assisted in classes from Pre- K to 3rd grade for catholic schools. I also have baby sat for the infants section of our daycare since 2011 , and I have a background check on file with them as well. I love to do all kinds of arts...
Linda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
With over 20 years of experience both in the US and in China, in traditional school settings, and homeschooling, as a classroom teacher, math/science teacher, English teacher and Visual Arts teaching artist, I can offer you tutoring services or consultation.
I am certified by ISBE (Illinois State Board of Education) and hold an Illinois Educator Identification Number (IEIN) as a Bilingual Paraprofessional. I have 6 years of experience teaching students from k-8 grade. I speak 3 languages and have experience with in-person and online classes.
Elise D.
Carpentersville, IL
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Elise! I am a freshman in college through the Honors Program at Illinois State University studying as an Elementary Education major with a minor in Psychology. I love children and have extended experience through recurring nannying jobs, serving as a camp counselor for VBS, tutoring in reading comprehension,...
Elise can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Linda C.
Schaumburg, IL
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
I raised two daughters who are now in university I love babies I am excellent with their routines their naps reading to them doing crafts with them I faithfully believe that the first teachers of our children are the parents and I would support the education that you decide for your children
Linda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
I tutored Math and Science in high school. I'm a current Graduate obtaining my MS in General Nursing Practice.
I offer systematic, structured learning experience in a more individualized setting, focuses to improve the tutee's self-esteem, attitude toward subject matter, and academic performance as well as personal growth. In addition to that, my tutoring style is a self-paced and self-directed learning process.
Kathi G.
Carpentersville, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Kathi. I have nannied for children for over 35 years. For the past six years, I have taught at a private Christian school. I taught K4 preschool for two years and kindergarten for four years. At church, I volunteered as the nursery director for 6 years. I have taught nursery, twos, threes, and four and...
Kathi can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Hello! If you are looking for a tutor for your child, you are in the right place.
I am a certified elementary education teacher and have been teaching for 15 years. I have been a classroom teacher for grades 2, 3, 5, and 6. I am currently a reading and math teacher and work with children in grades K -5.
I have experience...
Hello! My name is Frank. I have many skills I can teach if you are willing to learn.
- Martial Arts: 16 Years Experience, H2H, Weapons, Self Defense Strategies
- Programming Logic: 5 Years College Experience, Javascript, HTML, PHP, C++
- Computer Networking: 3 Years College Experience, CISCO, CCNA, Routing & Switching, Network...
Maria A.
Bloomingdale, IL
$23-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, My Name Is María Graciela! Thanks For Reading My Profile!
Hello, my name is María Graciela! I am 38 years old, I have graduated as a teacher since 2008, thank you for reading my biography, I like to spend time with children, be a good caregiver and be able to show affection towards them. I like to share with my family, read, go to church. Thank you for taking the time to read my...
I have tutored students with IEPs 1 on 1 to get them up to speed on math and reading. I just graduated with a degree in Elementary Education so I am able to incorporate many fun ways to read and learn new math skills. I am also able to work at each child's individual level.
*I am not looking for full-time work, only date night work* Hello! My name is Jess. I'm 30 years old and I've have been babysitting since I was about 11. I've worked with children of all ages, from newborns to middle schoolers. I have a full-time job where I currently work until 5 p.m. I am fully vaccinated and am only looking...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Teresa L.
Schaumburg, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a mother of 2 beautiful princesses of 7 and 9 years old, with my daughters and I discovered what it means to be a mother. I fully understand the importance of caring for them, educating them, and creating a safe and fun environment for them. So I love boys and girls, I have fun playing, singing, going for a walk in...
Teresa can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi I'm Jasmine! I'm 23 years old. My husband and I are moving to Dallas in the near future. We're saving up money before moving. I'm looking for a part time gig.
I have experience from serving in the nursery at my church for the last 9 months, I was a summer camp counselor, have had teacher subbing gigs, and helping with our...
Jasmine can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello there!
My name is Allison (or Allie) and I am here to help! I am a lead Preschool teacher and I have 15 years of experience working with children of all ages, including infants. If you have more than one child, no problem! I have four children of my own and I am confident and would be more than capable of watching more...
Allison can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
I am currently a fifth grade teacher in district 303. I have previously taught Kindergarten, worked at a daycare, and been a nanny for a family in Wheaton.
I'd describe my personality as trusting, hardworking, and goofy.
I like working with kids because of their curiosity, energy and creativity.
I'm looking for a job that...
Celeste can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 3 years of paid experience. And much more in terms of tutoring overall. I was the "go-to guy" whenever my classmates were confused throughout my educational career, I guess you could say. All subjects listed that I am capable of helping in, I am more than happy to help in. Where school systems fall short in terms of...
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Elgin, IL
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Elgin, IL?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Elgin, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $22.86 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 Elgin, IL?
Care.com currently has 7 reading tutors in Elgin, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Elgin 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 Elgin that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Elgin, 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 Elgin 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 Elgin, IL?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Elgin, 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 Elgin, 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.