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Briana A.
Worth, IL
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Briana, and I have been working with children since 2019. I began my career in a daycare center where I worked as support staff, and eventually became a lead teacher. I am currently a part-time nanny to two amazing brothers. They are ages two and 5 years old. I have been working with them for a little over a year...
Briana can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Briana was great with our kids and acclimated quickly to our home and their needs. Kids had a blast with her. Would absolutely hire her again!"
Kathleen S.
Eleanor H.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am currently in school as a Junior at Saint Xavier University. I play basketball for St X and I am looking to work weekends. I am in love with pottery, specifically wheel throwing, and I love music. I graduated with a 4. 2 and maintain a 4. 0 gpa. I can tutor students in German and early education and early high school math. I...
Eleanor can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Hello! Let me introduce myself so we can see if I'd be a good fit for your family. I have been raising my 5 awesome kids while going to college and working for most of my adult life! I was born to take care of children. Besides the experience of taking care of my own children, I have done in-home daycare, worked at the hospital...
Kelly can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
I live in Oak Lawn and attended DePaul University and St. Xavier's. I have been a nanny for over 15 years. I have a B. S. in Psychology and have completed all M. A. coursework in Elementary Education. I also tutor in the evenings and on weekends. I worked for a family in Downers Grove for 10 years. I then worked for a family in...
Eileen can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sarah and I'm 27 years old. I have been a Nanny for many families for 14 years to children of all ages ranging from pre-mature newborns to 16 years old. I have Nannied for families with up to 4 children 6 days a week, occasionally weekends, and sometimes 1-2 weeks at a time. I was an assistant for clubs and sports...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently a Junior High Social Studies teacher with two and a half years of experience. I completed my Masters of Education in December. I love reading, the outdoors, sports and all music. I am looking to make some extra money over summer. I have cared for a child with autism and challenging behaviors. I also have...
Mallory can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Annika T.
Orland Park, IL
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am creative, adaptable, and patient
I get along with kids well and enjoy finding ways to keep them entertained. Understanding children has always been natural to me, and I enjoy offering help when I can.
I'm looking for a job that has reasonable hours and pay, and a commute that isn't too far. I would like a job with a...
Annika can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am 25 years old. I have always loved working with children, which has instilled my passion for becoming a teacher. I have my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education with an EL endorsement, as well as my Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education. I am going into my 4th year as a reading teacher at the elementary level. I...
Erikka C.
Crestwood, IL
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Let Me Make Your Life Easier! Part Time Babysitter Available
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Erikka! I hope this message finds you well. I would like to extend my services to you in order to assist in your babysitting/tutoring needs. I have 5 years of tutoring experience and 7 years of babysitting experience. These children range from 1-year-old to 12th grade. I am currently a 2nd grade teacher and...
As someone who has always loved reading and writing, I am eager to share my knowledge and joy in it with others. Both are difficult things-- easy to grow frustrated and bored with-- but with time and patience, anyone can harness the skills necessary to be a wonderful reader and writer.
I worked for a year tutoring and...
Hi! I am currently a special education teacher at a local school district. I teach grades K-5 throughout the day and focus on reading, writing, and math.
I have my Bachelors degree in Elementary Education and Special Education. I also have my Masters degree in Curriculum and Instruction.
I have a 7-year-old son who is...
Katie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
With 3 years of childcare and tutoring under my belt, I've developed a robust set of skills to be the best I can be at what I do! I've provided both in-home childcare, babysitting services, and worked at daycare with infants-preteens. While much changes from job to job, one thing stays the same- children never cease to amaze and...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Georgia L.
Willowbrook, IL
$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as patient, funny, compassionate
I like working with kids because they are the purest of souls and are so innocent and fun.
I started working with kids when I had my own 23 years ago.
In my spare time, I like to read and volunteer and I also am a CNA.
One thing you should know about me is that I...
Samantha S.
Oak Lawn, IL
$20-26/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I'm a journalist, writer and content creator, so I love teaching kids new things and especially reading books with them. Fun fact, I recently got to voice a children's audio book!
I also like to sing and dance! My cousin still sings...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Judith D.
Lemont, IL
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there!
I am an enthusiastic individual who has experience raising younger children through siblings and cousins. Always finding creative ways to keep children/kids entertained with arts & crafts. If nap time it is, then nap time it shall be. Able to assist with any homework or tutoring, as well as cooking.
In college, I...
Judith can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Nancy from Palos Hills, IL
I love to care and nurture toddlers, infants and newborns. I am 46 years old . We have been married 27 years and raised four children. I mainly raised them myself, our youngest is 13 years old. I cared for my friends' children, many times. They were satisfied with me and would always call me again to...
Nancy can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Erika J.
Chicago, IL
$25-40/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm currently a 10th grade Special Education English teacher in the Chicago Public School system. In addition to teaching students with disabilities I also have supported students that are learning English as a second language. As a native Spanish speaker, I tutors clients in Spanish language and support native Spanish speaking...
Skills:
First Aid
I am a local 3rd grade teacher who is starting my third year of teaching! I graduated from the University of Iowa in 2014 with a degree in Elementary Education specializing in Language Arts and Reading. My student teaching experience was with 6th and 1rst graders. I am very comfortable with all subjects as I teach everything in...
In my high school, I was a member of the NHS (Nation Honor Society), which is basically a tutor for any subject that under classmates needed helped in.
Do you need help keeping your children engaged in learning, or do you need a tutor to help them understand a difficult subject? I am an Illinois certified teacher for grades 5-8 and 9-12. In addition I am a current substitute teacher in local public schools grades K-8. I have experience with classroom teaching, individual and...
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Palos Heights, IL
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Palos Heights, IL?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Palos Heights, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $21.50 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 Palos Heights, IL?
Care.com currently has 2 reading tutors in Palos Heights, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Palos Heights 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 Palos Heights that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights 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 Palos Heights, IL?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Palos Heights, 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 Palos Heights, 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.