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Experience working with students ages five to 12 in all subject.
I want to take this opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Dionysia and I have 18+ years of teaching experience in Elementary Education. My educational and work experience has given me helpful exposure to the variety of daily needs of children. My teaching experiences include teaching 2nd - 6th grade, mentoring new teachers...
I have over 10 years of experience teaching educators and working with children with learning differences. I have worked primarily in biliteracy and support children that struggled with learning to reading (English & Spanish) due to dyslexia and/or other learning challenges.
Leticia can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I was a nanny in Lombard for 11 years with a family with two children. The children were one and 2 years old when I started taking care of them. I supported their cognitive, physical, language, emotional and social development. I guided their behavior, did pretend play with them, played games and sports with them, and did...
Chanel can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jennifer D.
Carol Stream, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience as a babysitter and nanny. I am a certified elementary school teacher. I have provided interventions for students struggling with math and reading and have been a 3rd grade teacher for the past 2 years. I enjoy getting the opportunity to think outside the box and create activities where kids...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Jenn is amazing! We were so sad to hear she was moving. She is so creative and engaging with our kids, always coming up with fun activities and games for them to do. They absolutely adore her and look forward to her coming over every time. We feel so lucky to have...
Care member
Cassandra M.
Park Ridge, IL
$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
~ Hi ~ I'm Cassandra, I am 33 years old and have worked with children for over 15 years! I am very caring, kind and compassionate. I have always loved working with children and it's truly my passion to be around children! I have extensive experience with newborns and toddlers. I have positive references from caring long term for...
Cassandra can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Cassie was our nanny for a year when our son was born until we decided to enroll in daycare. It was a hard decision to make the switch because we loved Cassie so much. She was always on time, was very flexible when we needed to make swaps to days or times...
Allie D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a licensed middle and high school educator, and I have over 10 years of experience teaching English, writing, grammar, test prep, and life coaching. I tailor my tutoring and life coaching to the individual client, and I have a strong history of success. My clients improve their scores and their understanding and feel...
5.0
"He was exactly what my daughter needed to help her with this subject in school. The classes are always informative, entertaining and well presented. The instructor is positive and the information is concise. Very happy with Matt."
Katherine J.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Angelina, you can call me Lina if you'd like. I'm a 19-year-old musical artist who graduated high school 6 months early, right before COVID hit us. Although overall, my favorite thing to do is working with kids & I miss them so much. I just had to recently let go of all my families & kids at my Children's Fitness Center...
5.0
"Great with kids and building relationships. Musically gifted and can use songs to bond with children. Well versed in children's activities!"
Justin J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an army medic who has a degree in Biomedical Sciences, currently working as a leukemia cancer researcher at a cancer institute. I have tutored for over 15+ years and have developed multiple ways to teach the same concept. If you are looking for someone who is encouraging, positive, and upbeat, I'd love to help...
5.0
"CONCHI is 150% amazing - and 300% magically. My child was struggling in math and nearly every subject, was never a naturally gifted student. When my child wanted to start 9th grade on excellent footing I knew she was going to need a tutor. I found CONCHI on Care...
Lilliane R.
5.0
(2)
I'm Ouijdane (Ouija), I'm 28, and I'm originally from Morocco.
I have been a medical student for 4 years (in Morocco).
Associate in science degree from Dupage community college.
I'd describe my personality as creative, energetic, good communicator, responsible.
Non smooker, non alcoholic
Pet friendly
I like working...
5.0
"I like this website it's safe for my family "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Thank you for reading my profile. I have more than 15 years of child care experience. I trained as an RN in England and worked in the Pediatric nursing field for several years. Since re-locating to the Chicago area in 2008, I have had several nanny positions. I also worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Lurie Children's...
Cicely can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Cicely watched our daughter for about a year and she was such a gift to our family. She was very influential in our child's development helping her learn sign language and hit key developmental milestone. She was always proactive in helping around the house and...
Courtney W.
Syuzanna Z.
Melrose Park, IL
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Syuzanna and I take my job very seriously. I am very flexible and able to perform various tasks on top of sitting. I have 8 years of experience babysitting and nannying children of all ages. I love spending one on one time with them and feel passionately about their growth in school but also in life. I have experience...
Syuzanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Syuzanna is an outstanding nanny in every way. She nannied for my 2 kids (ages 5 & 8) full-time in the summer of 2018. She is always on time and was very good with my 2 kids. She took them to many different, fun places this summer and was good at enforcing our...
Jim V.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of two adult children and the grandmother of a boy that I cared for 4 days a week from the time he was born till he was 3 years old. I have a lot of experience caring for newborns as well as tutoring children ages pre school to 8 years in math, reading and homework assistance. I owned a catering business that had a...
Karen can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Karen has been part-time caregiver to our son over the past months. She is very proactive in the activities supporting school, which was a tremendous plus! She gets an "A" for effort and activities including projects and fun cooking small treats. She is willing to...
Igor V.
Cheyanne M.
Hoffman Estates, IL
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've always loved children. Watching them grow, play and learn brings me so much joy. My childcare experience ranges from ages infant-6. I am currently a part time nanny and a part time assistant preschool teacher. One of my favorite things about working in childcare is creating strong and thriving relationships with each kiddo....
Cheyanne can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cheyenne is an excellent caregiver. She watches the children of a mutual friend and they love her. She is firm when needed and always disciplines with kindness. She loves to be silly and have fun with the children in her care. I highly recommend her for your...
Angela Z.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of experience teaching and nurturing children. I raised two daughters and taught at the elementary level for 6 years. I ran my own daycare and after school program as well as owned two after school arts programs, taught creative writing and worked as a reading instructor. Children are wonderful! I have had...
Amy can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Amy worked for us for 5 full years. She started with our family when my oldest daughter was just a few weeks old. At first, it was part-time, and gradually she came to work for us as a full-time nanny. She was with us through the birth of our second child, and was...
Sarah B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am available beginning June 1st for summer child care. I am a certified elementary school teacher and have experience working with children from birth - 8th grade.
I am responsible, warm, fun, creative, and love kids.
Please reach out if you would like to talk more. I'd be happy to answer any questions you...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our family has been blessed to work with Sarah during the 2021 summer and I would highly & strongly recommend her for any child care position. She's punctual, responsible, flexible, great with all types of kids, and helpful all around. Can't say enough great...
Michael K.
Vanessa S.
Rolling Meadows, IL
$22-32/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Vanessa and i'm 23 years old! I have nannied for multiple different families and taught dance for 3 years for children aged 2-18! I am a non-smoker and vaccinated. I am CPR trained and first aid trained. I have my own reliable transportation and am very punctual. I can do light cleaning such as dishes, laundry,...
Vanessa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Vanessa is so great with kids! She makes sure to follow the rules that you have set in place and always plays with the kids or has activities planned. "
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
As a mother of 3 kids and the eldest of 7 siblings, I have over 20 years of child care experience, so being a nanny comes very naturally for me. I believe this experience with infants to teenagers, my tutoring knowledge and arts and crafts background, makes me an excellent nanny. I am a responsible and has experience babysitter...
Syda can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Syda is a very sweet and loving person. She is fantastic with my children. She goes above and beyond and I greatly appreciate that very much!!"
Jennifer H.
Tracy S.
Bartlett, IL
$20-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Child Care Provider/Senior Care and Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of child care experience, within a daycare facility, nannying, directing and teaching a church bible school, and providing home daycare out of my house. I have my CNA license and I am CPR certified with infants through adults. I am extremely compassionate and I love children and animals! I enjoy care giving...
Tracy can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family that I could have asked for to watch our little guy!"
Christina K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Michelle. I have been a nanny for over 20 years. I have 2 boys that are now young adults. I love my career as a nanny. I believe I am so much more. A role model, teacher and part of the family. I do lots of activities including arts and crafts, games, music, reading, and learning ABC's and numbers. I also help with...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Michelle has watched my older son after school and they have always gotten along very well! I am amazed at her ability to care for several children at a time and yet be able to provide them each with personal attention. There is plenty to do in the playroom or...
Irina H.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Itasca, IL
Jennifer D.
5.0
Jenn is wonderful with the kids. She finds engaging activities for them but also makes time for quiet activities as well. She treats them with respect, but also requires them to understand their boundaries and respect others. The kids really love her and look forward to their time with her.
- Care member
Cassandra M.
5.0
Cassie was our full time nanny for 3 years, caring for our oldest son beginning when he was just three months old. She was an amazing caregiver through all the early phases of our son's life, from diapers and bottles to toddlerhood and playing and exploring. She kept him on a schedule to make sure...
- MaryKate M.
Matthew G.
5.0
He was exactly what my daughter needed to help her with this subject in school. The classes are always informative, entertaining and well presented. The instructor is positive and the information is concise. Very happy with Matt.
- Katherine J.
Angelina S.
5.0
Great with kids and building relationships. Musically gifted and can use songs to bond with children. Well versed in children's activities!
- Justin J.
Conchi Y.
5.0
Extremely patient with my daughter. My daughter can have trouble staying focused but Conchi keeps her on track with no issues or frustration. I'm so happy to have her tutoring for me.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Itasca, IL
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Itasca, IL?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Itasca, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $30.50 per hour as of November 2024. 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 Itasca, IL?
Care.com currently has 4 reading tutors in Itasca, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Itasca 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 Itasca that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Itasca, 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 Itasca 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 Itasca, IL?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Itasca, 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 Itasca, 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.