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I have 9 years of experience. I have an elementary education degree. I have been an assistant in 3rd and 4th grade. I have also taught kindergarten for a maternity sub job. Taught 2-year-old preschool and currently a preschool supervisor!
I love working with children and was an elementary school teacher and reading specialist for many years before becoming a stay and home mom to my own two amazing children. With my son starting full day school this year, my 2-year-old and I are looking to share our days with another toddler or infant in the area who may be in...
Kaitlin can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have an MEd in Secondary Education with a concentration in English and certification for phonics instruction using the Orton-Gillingham approach. In the last year, I have worked with small groups of students grades K-4 in a targeted reading intervention program using instructional methods backed by research. From general...
Viktoriya V.
Vernon Hills, IL
$35-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am a structural engineer and work on designing buildings. I have a bachelors and Masters from Illinois Institute of Technology. I tutor in high school mathematics for about 5 years now. I I also have worked at Kumon for 2 years as a math and English tutor.
I am looking to tutor students, online as I have developed a...
Scott G.
Glenview, IL
$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi there, my name is Scott and I'm an energetic and creative 18-year-old currently pursuing both an art and biology degree at UChicago.
I have a very large family and have enjoyed working with children since growing up. Spending time with kids brings out the kid in myself. I look forward to being apart of a child's upbringing...
I was born with a speech impediment so severe no one outside my family understood me. As a result, I became a very shy and withdrawn person.
In high school, I adopted a sink or swim approach to improvement. I wrote stories, joined a competitive public speaking team, and filmed short movies. By the time I graduated, I realized...
Ella V.
Glencoe, IL
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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"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
Hello hello! I am Ana, I am from Colombia and I am a teacher, I have experience with ages from 1-year-old to 11 years old, so I consider myself capable of managing every situation in the best way.
I can describe myself as a good, kind, and loving girl, who has a big heart and a lot of love to give to the people around me. I am...
Hello! My name is Allison and I am excited to be your babysitter, nanny, and/or tutor. I graduated from Elon University in 2019 with a BA in Human Services & International Studies with a minor in Spanish. I spent this past academic year working as an English Language Assistant at an elementary school in Madrid, Spain. I have...
Experience peer tutoring in high school as well as at the University of Michigan, where I am a rising senior.
Mia K.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$26-65/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! I am a trilingual law student with great organizational, communication, and research skills! I attend King's College and live in London 9 months out of the year, but am in the Chicagoland area for the summer. I have been a one-on-one professional tutor for children of all ages for 4+ years. I have worked as a freelancer,...
Hi! I'm Nicole. I am a fourth grade teacher looking for tutoring opportunities. I've taught fourth grade for four years and preschool for one year. I can help with reading and math.
I have been volunteering as a tutor for almost 2 years; I tutor two boys, ages 9 and 11, with reading, writing, and math. I currently am a full-time student majoring in Creative Writing and Philosophy. If you have a child who is struggling and could use some extra help with their academic or creative work, I would love to hear...
Ashley M.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$15-16/hr • 1 yrs exp
Experienced babysitter with a passion for nurturing and safety. Fun activities and reliable care guaranteed! On top of experience babysitting, I have about 3 years of experience working with small children as an Early Learning Tutor at Kumon. I love spending time with kids and organizing activities! I am known for being very...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'd love to share my knowledge with others and help children improve their intellectual abilities. I am an enthusiastic person and always striving to progress.
I'd describe my personality as energetic, creative, and caring.
I like working with kids because it's what I have dedicated my life to! For as long as I can remember, I've been one of those people that you could find playing imaginary pirates with the kids at a party instead of hanging with adults.
I'm looking for a job that...
Corinne can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Merrie S.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Career Nanny Seeking Full Time Position With Awesome Kiddos!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a former preschool teacher assistant , current nanny and mother of a beautiful 10-year-old girl. I have over 10 years of experience and absolutely adore children. I'm comfortable with newborn-high school ages. I'm experienced in children with special needs. CPR/first aid certified!
A little about me,
I love reading,...
Merrie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Graduate Work in Creative Writing at Columbia College, Chicago. Bachelors in Business at Loyola University, Chicago.
Experience tutoring grammar school children in basic math and English composition and reading. Also tutored a H. S. student in writing his college essay. Love one-on-one interaction with students.
Hi, I'm Laura! I have worked as a nanny for over 15 years. Caring for children has been a long time passion of mine. I have developed the most wonderful relationships with the families I have cared for and I absolutely love what I do! I like to do creative arts and crafts, read books, blow bubbles, play dress up, you name it! I...
Laura can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Daniela K.
Glenview, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I took care of kids ages from newborn up to 12 years old for the last 25 years. For me it is a pleasure to work with kids- teach them new things every day, read books, prepare meals for them. It is amazing to see how they have grown during the years!
Daniela can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Highland Park, IL
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Highland Park, IL?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Highland Park, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $24.33 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 Highland Park, IL?
Care.com currently has 3 reading tutors in Highland Park, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Highland 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 Highland Park that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Highland 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 Highland 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 Highland Park, IL?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Highland 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 Highland 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.