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60 reading tutors are listed in Highwood, IL
The average posted rate is $37/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 10 years
Reading tutors in Highwood, IL
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"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
Experience peer tutoring in high school as well as at the University of Michigan, where I am a rising senior.
Ellen S.
Northbrook, IL
$22-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Ellen and a mom of 2 "grown-ish" kids. Aside from raising my wonderful kiddos. I've enjoyed being a professional nanny for the past 6 years. I have had a passion for working with children all of my life. I have a background in early childhood development and have worked in multiple childcare settings. I'm experienced...
Ellen can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
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, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Olivia S.
Wheeling, IL
$15-20/hr
I recently completed my Master's degree in Child Development. I was a peer tutor all four years of high school helping students with English, Literature, Essay Composition, and Speech. I have also tutored friends and cousins (I have 12!) in Science and Social Studies. I am very patient and caring and enjoy helping others learn...
I have 20 years of experience tutoring children and adults in many different subject areas. I ran a very successful tutoring program while in law school and have also worked several years in special education classrooms, teaching and tutoring students with a wide range of learning and/or behavioral issues. I am also a licensed...
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:
First Aid
CPR
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...
Laura T.
Lincolnshire, IL
$10-15/hr
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 younger siblings and 8 younger cousins who I've assisted with homework in the past. I also help peers with learning. I have taken math up to Calculus BC, Spanish up to AP 6, AP government, human geography, and US history, and both human anatomy and physiology and AP biology. I have an understanding of the fundamentals...
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...
Yatziri O.
Highland Park, IL
$30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Committed Child Care Provider Fostering Fun And Education.
Passionate 1st grade teacher with an Elementary Education licensure. I have 2 years of being a Dual Language teacher.
I'd describe my personality as friendly, kind-hearted, and adventurous.
I like working with kids because their energy and creativity are contagious and they see the world with fresh eyes.
I'm looking for a...
Yatziri can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
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...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified teacher of K-9th grade and a mom of 2 awesome teenagers. I have taught 4th, 2nd and 1st grades and worked part-time in a special needs preschool. love playing with kids and encouraging them to learn, grow, explore, and have fun. I prefer being active -- getting outside, going to the park and exploring nature. I...
Amy can also help with: Swimming supervision
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 the past two academic years working as an English Language Assistant at an elementary school in Madrid, Spain. I have...
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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,...
Renee F.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Renee and I am an energetic and compassionate 23-year-old!
I worked in childcare all throughout high school and college before graduating with a bachelor's degree in Marketing and Spanish. These roles included babysitting, working as a camp counselor, before and after school caretaking, and tutoring.
After...
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"I am a fit and energetic professional nanny and house manager. With 20 years of experience working for Winnetka families, I'm easily adaptable to any family's needs. I love the outdoors and letting children learn thru hands-on play. Crafts, singing, dancing, outdoor sports, and walking/ exploring are my favorite ways of...
Viola can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
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...
Yulia L.
Wheeling, IL
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Was Born On The 25th October 1975 Years In Ukrainian. In 2023 Years I Moved To America.Married.
I'd describe my personality as honesty, kindness, decency
I like working with kids because they are fun! You can sing, play. Even the children especially the little ones are very sincere. Children help to be constantly on the move
I'm looking for self-realisation in my work. I like to see the funny eyes of a child, tell him...
Yulia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Hi! I am a learning behavior specialist at a special education school. My students have a range of special qualities and differing unique needs. This is my first year as a teacher! I love my job and the enriching experiences we create together daily. I am looking to partner with a family to help meet their child's needs!
I...
Cassandra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Highwood, IL
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Highwood, IL?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Highwood, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $37.50 per hour as of January 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 Highwood, IL?
Care.com currently has 2 reading tutors in Highwood, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Highwood 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 Highwood that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Highwood, 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 Highwood 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 Highwood, IL?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Highwood, 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 Highwood, 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 Highwood, IL reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Reading Tutors in Highwood, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.