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60 reading tutors are listed in Oak Park, IL
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Oak Park, IL
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am 53 years old. I raised 2 children, so I have a lot of experience with small kids and teenagers. I have a Bachelor's degree in history from a well-known university in Poland. I prefer that kids don't watch TV or play computer games too much. I think that more educational experience, like reading, studying history, geography,...
Grazyna can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Grazyna -- she was always Grace to us -- was an amazing babysitter for my son. She started caring for him on a part time basis when he was 2.5 years old. She was with us through his kindergarten year. What I most appreciate about Grace was the love she showed my...
Teresa S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a senior in high school and I am ahead in my math classes and very good at social studies all the way up to the 12th-grade level. I am in the top 3 percent of my class and have maintained a 4. 0 GPA throughout high school. I have been tutoring and mentoring children both privately and in school, since I was in the...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a professional hotelier who's just left the industry, I'm looking for a long-term position to become an extension of a loving family to grow with. I've been intermittently caring for children from infants to teenagers throughout the years. I have a degree in Theatre Arts and am very fun and outgoing. I like to be active and...
Morgan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"My 8 month old son LOVED Morgan. His face lit up when she walked in every morning. Morgan also was very respectful of my needs as a mother which I really appreciated!"
Subu R.
Jennifer D.
Chicago, IL
$39/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Happy! Safe! Healthy! That's my main goal when caring for your little ones! I have more than three decades of childcare experience... mom, preschool teacher, nanny, babysitter! From newborns to teens, multiples, single child and large groups, I've done it all.
Arts and crafts, Pinterest snacks, reading, imaginative play,...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Jennifer is the most wonderful nanny! She is so sweet and loving I knew right away she would take great care of my baby! She also loves doing art projects with him that are age appropriate and I loved coming home from work with a new finger painting project, etc....
Rebecca L.
5.0
(2)
Hello families and thank you for reading my profile. My name is Karalin and I am currently looking for a family to spoil. I have been a full-time nanny in the Chicago area for over 18 years now. This is my profession and I love it! Teaching children in a way that they can understand is my passion. I would be interested in a...
Karalin can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Karalin D worked for me as a nanny/house manager for 4 years. Karalin was a very good, reliable, full- time employee. She took care of my 3 children before and after school (age range 3-11 years old over the course of her employment), and also on their days off...
Care member
Sydney P.
Chicago, IL
$17/hr • 9 yrs exp
Flexible, Experienced Sitter Looking For Occasional Babysitting Opportunities!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Sydney. I love nature, reading, traveling, music, animals, and spending time with friends and family. I'm a proud auntie of a 3-year-old and 5-month-old! Educational, professional, and personal experience have provided me with a strong foundation for child care. After earning my Bachelor's degree, I began my career in...
Sydney can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We just love Sydney! Z. loves her too! Sydney is a charming, sweet, young lady. Has the energy and patience to keep up with our 11 month old. She keeps her entertained and always has a smile!"
Jill F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since my early teens! I love working with children and am currently an elementary school teacher with some extra time in my schedule. I like to spend time outdoors, cook, read, and have fun getting to know kids!
Claudia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Did an amazing job babysitting at my wedding multiple kids despite cancellations and a whole lot of confusion from my end. My kid had such a fun time with them and I can't thank them enough for making everyone's day special!"
Lee J.
Ezra S.
Chicago, IL
$17-20/hr
5.0
(2)
I have been tutoring young children since I was a freshman in high school, in both religious and secular contexts. I am stronger in English and History, however, I am comfortable tutoring in math up to pre-algebra, and science up to basic biology.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I recently finished a Master's degree in Applied Physics at Northwestern University. I have previously worked as a substitute teacher in Florida with children of all ages.
I like working with kids because they are always curious and I can relate to that feeling. I love helping kids discover the world around them.
I started...
Lidabel can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lidabel was a wonderful sitter for my child. Even though we only met once, I was so impressed by her initiative and ability to keep my child engaged and entertained. She's reliable, punctual, and I wouldn't hesitate to call her again in the future."
Teresa Z.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lauren, and I have 12 years of part-time babysitting experience and a year of full-time care. With 3 years of teaching High School English and Special Education, I bring valuable skills to ensure children have fun, learn, and stay safe. I am trained in teaching phonics and how to read, which I love...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren took care of my 10yr old daughter during a work trip I had in Chicago. Excellent communication, punctual and even went above and beyond to help me find a sitter for another day that she was not available. The hotel didn't have self-parking. Only valet which...
Janice R.
Bonnie K.
Chicago, IL
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have tutored children of grade school age and higher, all subjects. I am great at making learning fun. I am a certified substitute teacher in northern Cook County. I have an extensive medical background, as I have worked in health care for over 15 years, and am also an EMT
5.0
"I hired Bonnie to tutor my 9 and 8 years old. I am very happy with her, she is very responsive, and she is helping my daughters in math, ELA subjects . My daughters are happy too and we feel they already improved after a month she has been tutoring !"
Viviana C.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a loving caring nanny for the last 20 years. My last position lasted over eight to half years. It was for two lovely little girls who are now ages 8-1/2 and 6-1/2. Both attend school all day now so my services were no longer needed. During my time there, I performed a variety of duties. I did everything from the...
Deidre can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Deidre worked with our family for about 4 months in the fall of 2018. She supervised our two boys after school, drove them to activities (safely), and would babysit for us from time to time. She was always on time, always kept the children safe and was excellent...
Trevor H.
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: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Eliana R.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Ellie, and I am an energized and creative 22-year-old! I am a recent college graduate of Literature and Creative Writing, and an experienced Tutor and Nanny. I have been privately tutoring children between the ages of 8-14 in reading and writing for the better part of 4 years. I enjoy sharing those "ah-ha"...
Eliana can also help with: Grocery shopping, 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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Elizabeth G.
Chicago, IL
$24-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Elizabeth I have been working as a babysitter since I was 18yrs old. I have 17yrs of experience. I enjoy working with kids, spending quality time with them by playing and doing crafts with them. Also helping with homework , learning new things, reading etc. I am a very responsible person and have experience with...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Patti. I am a wife and mother of two wonderful kids. I am also a high school teacher and a part time tutor. I have been in the education field for 9 years. I enjoy building confidence in kids when it comes to their academic struggles. I have worked with the following age groups:
- High school students with a...
Patricia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Alexis N.
Chicago, IL
$19-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there! I'm Alexis, a Chicago local with over 10 years of experience babysitting, both in homes and daycares. As a lifelong artist and cook, I've spent countless hours decorating 'funny face pizzas,' and reading books ("The Very Hungry Caterpillar is a personal favorite"), with kids of all ages. My focus is on creating a safe,...
Alexis can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Oak Park, IL
Grazyna A.
5.0
Grace was helping us with our 1.5 year toddler part time when our second baby was just born, and we also contact Grace when we need a backup! She did an amazing job for our girl, she is able to get her very interested in a play so our girl who always get dramatic when parents leave would just be so...
- Karina M.
Morgan C.
5.0
My 8 month old son LOVED Morgan. His face lit up when she walked in every morning. Morgan also was very respectful of my needs as a mother which I really appreciated!
- Subu R.
Jennifer D.
5.0
Jennifer is the most wonderful nanny! She is so sweet and loving I knew right away she would take great care of my baby! She also loves doing art projects with him that are age appropriate and I loved coming home from work with a new finger painting project, etc. We would keep her forever except...
- Rebecca L.
Karalin D.
5.0
K worked for my family for 5 years. She did everything that was expected of her and more. Took care of 2 children, cooked, cleaned, did laundry, etc.
- Care member
Sydney P.
5.0
We just love Sydney! Z. loves her too! Sydney is a charming, sweet, young lady. Has the energy and patience to keep up with our 11 month old. She keeps her entertained and always has a smile!
- Jill F.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Oak Park, IL
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Oak Park, IL?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Oak Park, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $23.75 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 Oak Park, IL?
Care.com currently has 12 reading tutors in Oak Park, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Oak 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 Oak Park that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Oak 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 Oak 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 Oak Park, IL?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Oak 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 Oak 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.
Ratings for Oak Park, IL reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Reading Tutors in Oak Park, IL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.