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60 reading tutors are listed in Elmwood Park, IL
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Elmwood Park, IL
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. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Amy and I'm a full-time Montessori preschool teacher looking to babysit in my spare time. I started my teaching career at a preschool in Marin County, California. I absolutely loved this job and quickly fell in love with early childhood education. Through education courses at St. Mary's College of California, I learned...
Amy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Philip M.
Chicago, IL
$30-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Professional In Test Prep English Tutoring, And Confidence Boosting!
5.0
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I have 5+ years of experience in teaching, tutoring, and childcare for students of all ages. I specialize in standardized test prep and all aspects of English: reading comprehension, grammar, writing skills, and ESL. I also have experience with French, math, and the dramatic arts.
What I love most about education is getting to...
5.0
"Philip is a kind, thoughtful, and patient teacher! He helped me review material in new ways that deepened my understanding of the subject. I was able to ace my exam due to his study strategies!"
Care member
Hello! I am a PhD student at DePaul with 5 years of experience babysitting for two girls. I can help with homework and writing in particular if that's a problem area (I was an employed tutor at my college for a few years).
I am attentive, encouraging, and nurturing, but importantly, not a pushover. I love reading with children...
Mackenzie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, future learners! I'm Lucia, a dedicated and experienced tutor passionate about guiding students to reach their full potential. I am currently a Special Education Teacher at CPS with 3 years of teaching experience and 6 years of tutoring experience. I specialize in English Language Arts and Math tutoring for ages 5-12....
Lucia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Lucy F.
Chicago, IL
$22-40/hr • 4 yrs exp
Beginning my freshman year of high school, I started teaching dance classes to kids from ages 3 to 15 years old. From there, I was offered a lot of babysitting jobs from the parents of the kids that I have taught. Now, I am a fulltime Chicago Public School teacher looking to have a nanny job for the summer. I love all arts and...
Lucy can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Kamilah, and I am passionate about education and childcare. I hold a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and have years of experience teaching and mentoring children. Before earning my doctorate, I taught middle school math, science, and computer literacy, creating engaging lessons tailored to individual learning...
Kamilah can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Satya, I am a teacher working at a CPS elementary school and I would love to be your family's nanny/tutor this summer. Prior to teaching, I was a nanny for children 0-5 years old every summer. Currently, I teach K- 6th grade focusing on pull out resource classes for students struggling with reading/math. I have...
Satya can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
I am a senior at DePaul University majoring in International Studies. I speak fluent French and Spanish if that is any help and have over 6 years of nannying and teaching children from infants to preteens! I have tutored high school students, taught children at my church's daycare, and have nannied with families that have up to...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
I am a graduate of Michigan State University. I have a degree in Elementary Education with a focus in Language Arts. While in college, I worked 8 years at a preschool and student taught for 1 year in second grade. I also began a story-time program at a local bookstore. I love taking care of kids. Following college, I taught...
Genevieve can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Jenni and I am currently a kindergarten teacher in Roselle, IL, living in North Aurora. I am looking for tutoring positions for summer 2024. I have 7 years of experience teaching kindergarten and first grade and have my Master's degree as a Reading Specialist. Looking forward to connecting with you!
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello, my name is Maddie! I am a medical student at Northwestern. I have always loved teaching and caring for children of all ages, abilities and needs. As a premed, I used to work with an Adaptive Dance program, teaching dance to children with Autism Spectrum disorders. I also worked as a camp counselor for a summer (ages 3-4),...
Maddie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
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
Gaby E.
Chicago, IL
$21-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello!
My name is Gaby and I am available for part-time child care and tutoring positions.
In terms of child care, I have had over a decade of experience (ages 5mo to preteens) and being responsible for one to five children at a time. In those experiences, I've aided in homework, scheduled activities (sports, music, and other...
Gaby can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kamaryn J.
Evanston, IL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! I'm Kamaryn!
With extensive experience babysitting children of all ages and a background as a former Kindergarten teacher at a Catholic school, where I received an award for outstanding test scores in phonemic awareness and letter sounds, I know how to keep little ones entertained and well cared for. I'm currently a...
Kamaryn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ella Y.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Ella! I'm a college student at DePaul studying Writing and Rhetoric. I am currently a writing and essay tutor at DePaul and have tutored elementary and high school students freelance too. This past winter I was a Fairy Princess at the Walnut Room where I loved interacting with kids and families. When I'm not being...
Ella can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Eleanor B.
Chicago, IL
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Graduate Student, Children's Swim Coach, Very Experienced Babysitter
I have 10+ years babysitting experience, and I am looking for part time work. I have worked with infants to teenagers and have my own car.
Eleanor can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I'm Josie , a CPS Special Education Teacher who is off for the summer. In addition to babysitting my little sister, I have 10 years of experience babysitting for other families, 6 years of coaching volleyball summer camps, and 3 years of professional experience as a CPS teacher. I can help with reading/math tutoring,...
Josephine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Maybelin M.
Chicago, IL
$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Maybelin, I am 31 years old and have lived in Chicago all my life and I currently live in Logan Square. I'm a former Chicago Public School tutor teaching K through 5th grade, handling several children at once and maintaining a safe, healthy environment. My main objective was to help them in reading, math and Spanish....
Maybelin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Melissa P.
Riverside, IL
$16-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
While I'm new to Care. com, I've been caring for kids for decades. With experience as an infant nanny up thru caring for middle schoolers, I'm excited to care for your kids. I'm a certified librarian and will happily read the same book aloud over and over - with voices! I enjoy doing crafts, helping with homework, and playing...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Elmwood Park, IL
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Elmwood Park, IL?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Elmwood Park, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $16.86 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 Elmwood Park, IL?
Care.com currently has 7 reading tutors in Elmwood Park, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Elmwood Park 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 Elmwood Park that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park 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 Elmwood Park, IL?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park, 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.