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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...
I have been tutoring since I was in the 4th grade (I am currently a college student). I tutor in math and English, which are my two strongest subjects. My 3. 5 college GPA and high standardized testing scores are what qualify me as a great tutor for students from 1st to 12th grade.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have 10+ years experience taking care of children ages newborn to teenager. When babysitting, I like to go to the park and go for walks. I also love arts and crafts and am very creative. I like to play games and read books. I can assist with homework. Some trips outside of the house, if agreed, may include the library...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I would describe myself as outgoing, compassionate and hard-working. I've always known I want to work with kids whether it's a teacher or in a hospital. Kids always cling to me, which I don't mind because i've always loved kids and babies. They really have a mind of their own and it interests me. I've always been patient with...
Skills:
CNA
CPR
I have been a teacher going on four years now. I have a bachelors degree to teacher special education and elementary education. I have taught kindergarten and special education k-4 classrooms. I Nannied while in college (seven years experience). My passion is working with children. I engage children in indoor and outdoor...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with English and elementary level Math. I have a high school diploma and have finished one semester of college at College of Dupage, I have straight A's from high school and in college. I would love to share my love for english with younger children!
Lindsey K.
Evergreen Park, IL
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lindsey and I am middle school reading interventionist in Blue Island. I work with small groups of students to help with their reading fluency and word understanding.
I have been a teacher for 7 years, currently in my 8th year. I have taught grades 4-8 in Reading/ELA, as well as Social Studies. I love working...
Lindsey can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
I received my Bachelor's degree in Special Education from Eastern Illinois University in 2008. I earned my Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Concordia University in 2013. I am a certified Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS 1). I have an endorsement to teach English as a second language (ESL). I am certified in...
Hello! My name is Cass and I have been a nanny and babysitting for 8 years. I am a licensed paramedic and have been working in Healthcare for 8. 5 years. I love to babysit or nanny! I always try to do fun activities with the children like outdoor time, arts and crafts, reading, video games, and music. I am also a great help with...
Cassandra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hello! I'm a certified teacher + soccer coach looking for a nice family to with! Pretty outgoing and athletic individual. I'm currently a full time 3rd grade teacher so only available after school hours. I'm pretty easy to work with and can play almost any sport, speak 4 different languages and worked as a camp counselor as well...
April O.
Blue Island, IL
$18-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I started working with kids when I was a Junior in Highschool. I took a class where I worked with preschoolers and able to care for them and learned how to write lessons for them. I recently graduated from Eastern Illinois university with a Bachelors in early childhood education. Throughout my time in college I worked at...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Danielle O.
Midlothian, IL
$17/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have always loved spending time with kids. I like crafts, outdoor activities, and reading in my spare time. I'd describe myself as bubbly, chill, and fun!
My experience: I taught Sunday School for a few years as a teen, and I worked as a teacher's assistant with ages 2-5 for 3 years in college. I have always been the go-to...
Danielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a certified Special Education teacher and a certified general education teacher. I have five years experience teaching in multiple school settings (kindergarten, 2nd grade, special education (k-2nd grade) and (k-4th). I also have over six years of tutoring experience for children from kindergarten to eighth grade. I...
I've been tutoring professionally for almost 3 years. I love working with students and watching them grow!
Brooke A.
Willowbrook, IL
$25-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced (and Very Cool) Tutor For Fall/Winter 2024/25
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Glad you found me! I'm Brooke, and I'm excited to get to know you!
I have over 6 years (and counting!) of tutoring experience in ASL, Spanish, Algebra/basic math, and English, as well as general tutoring/homework support. For 4 years, I have worked with children with communication and learning disabilities.
Having worked with...
Eilish N.
Homer Glen, IL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Tutor Available For Science, Math, And/or English Courses
I was a general chemistry teaching assistant for 3 years during my time as an undergraduate, so I am very comfortable with general chemistry concepts (CHEM101 etc, AP Chem, High school chemistry). I also tutored for 2 years student athletes in courses including chemistry and biology. I am also comfortable reviewing/proofreading...
Marianna V.
Oak Lawn, IL
$20-25/hr
I am an elementary education major at Governors State. I have a specialization in Math. I just finished student teaching, I taught a second grade classroom. I love working with children.
Hello, my name is Justyna! I'm currently in school for Early Childhood Education, hoping to become a teacher. I've worked at a daycare/after school extended care program for 5 years, and I have experience tutoring kids from pre-school through 6th grade. I help out with various school subjects. I am extremely kind, patient,...
Jocelyne L.
Oak Lawn, IL
$14-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as patient, empathetic, and fun
I like working with kids because I feel as though I always have something to learn from them. They teach us to stay young, live in the moment and have fun. I love to know I can share some knowledge with them as well.
I started working with kids in my early teens. I...
Jocelyne can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I worked at a school helping out as a teacher's aide for Pre-4, Kindergarten and 1st grade. Reading, arts and crafts, and learning to tie shoes were the most popular activities I participated in! I have also donated my babysitting services for a silent auction and was in the middle of a bidding war (the bid ended up to be...
Damaris can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
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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 December 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.