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Find reading tutors in Plainfield, IL that you’ll love
60 reading tutors are listed in Plainfield, IL
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 6 years
Reading tutors in Plainfield, IL
Brenda B.
Naperville, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
"Experienced Mom And Center Director Excited To Share Fun And Learning!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! I'm a seasoned mom of 2 boys (13 and 16 years old) and 1 poodle. I have a masters degree in special education and over 23 years of teaching kids with autism. I've taken CPR and first aide.
As a babysitter, I believe it's important to keep children engaged in activities, whether it's outside time, games, crafts or...
Brenda can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Brenda was awesome!! She kept me updated; and played legos, card games, ping pong etc with my son; and kept him busy :)"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a tutor and I love to share my knowledge with others. I tutor for English, Math, Science and other areas of study, and have over 10 years of experience working with kids. I have my Bachelors Degree in Communications with a digital marketing background and working towards my Certificates in Computer Science. I am also...
5.0
"Sheema did an excellent job of helping my son prepare for his Geometry Final!!!! She was punctual and very nice to work with."
Cynthia T.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am a full time professional nanny, mother's help, house manager and senior caregiver. I have a 19 years old son and I believe that only a mother truly knows what it is to have a child and really love that child, and know what is the best care for that child. I have been working for the past 15+ years as all of the above...
Sasha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My girls love Sasha, we love Sasha , she became part of the family for us. Anybody who hires her would be lucky to have her. She is creative and smart and you can count on her regarding all the activities and responsibilities that this job brings. "
Oana C.
5.0
(3)
Hey there! My name is Krista and I have been a nanny for 10 years with the same family. Before that I was a preschool teacher working with infants - preschool age. I am also a mother myself.
At my current job, I've had the privilege to watch the kids grow up since they were little. My responsibilities have changed each year...
Krista can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Krista was absolutely wonderful with our family! My son was always happy to see her, we trusted her fully and wholeheartedly and would highly recommend her!!"
Jennifer B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Anali and I graduated from North Central College in Naperville in 2017 with a bachelors in elementary education. In addition, I also am certified as an ESL and bilingual educator in grades k-12. I have years of experience as an elementary dual language/bilingual Spanish teacher. I am available to tutor in any...
5.0
"We've been so lucky to find Anali. Our daughter has been taking tutoring lessons with her this summer. She has been so wonderful, patient and helpful. We've seen such good improvement and confidence with my daughter's math skills before she was a little embarrassed...
Miriam J.
Amber P.
Naperville, IL
$16-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Amber, I am 24 years old and working with children is my passion! I am a very out going, ambitious, responsible, kind, empathetic and cheerful person. In the future I plan on going to school to become a special education teacher, but as of right now I am not in school and love being a nanny! In my free time...
Amber can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amber is great with kids! She was always willing to go the extra mile to help my boys understand or have fun. I would definitely recommend hiring her if you're looking for someone who loves what they do and does it WELL!"
Katelyn S.
Jordan K.
Shorewood, IL
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Occupational Therapist Between Contracts Looking To Facilitate Care
Occupational therapist looking for a side job (either part time and/or as needed). I have over 10 years of experience babysitting and have been a full time nanny for 3 families. I have professional experience working in the schools with kids 3-22 and at a pediatric outpatient clinic. I have experience with a wide variety of...
Jordan can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hi! My name is Manasa and I'm a recent college graduate (go Illini!!) who loves working with kids. I'm a responsible and reliable person and can take on additional tasks as needed with little supervision. I have experience babysitting my neighbors children as well has helping them with their curriculum, homework and tutoring....
Manasa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Margaret O.
Naperville, IL
$13-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! I am a 22-year-old college student, home for the summer looking for a job. I have many years of babysitting since I was in high school, and I was a camp counselor for two summers at a two-week overnight girl's camp. I was also involved throughout high school, which are two excellent programs that provide assistance and...
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Nicole S.
Joliet, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am the second oldest of 9 in a large blended family, some siblings have special needs. I have babysat, taught Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, tutored in various subjects, and am certified as an Early Childhood teacher. As a teacher, I taught everything from birth to 6th grade. I love to read, knit, crochet, and a variety...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
I have nannyed a lot of children and have helped them with projects and homework.
I worked in two day-cares and am currently a first grade TA. I work one on one really well with students and do that very often as a TA. I love seeing students reach their full potential and being successful.
I would be able to tutor grade school...
I'd describe my personality as warm, introverted, kind.
I like working with kids because I've grown up with four siblings and I am the oldest. I think kids are fun and I love being a role model for them.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to take care of others. Because I have been told that nurturing comes naturally to...
Hello! My name is Eleni, and I have been working in education as a 7th grade Special Education teacher for the last 5 years. Prior to Education I was working in Finance. I am also a girl's basketball coach.
Tziporah L.
Naperville, IL
$23/hr • 8 yrs exp
I'm Tziporah. I've Been Working With Children For The Past Six Years.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love the laughs, fostering their curiosity, and I think human development is super interesting.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible.
I started working with kids in 2016 as a volunteer for Parent's Night Out at the Indianapolis JCC.
In my spare time, I like to go bird watching, read, and spend time with my...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently enrolled in college for nursing, and would love the opportunity to further expand my experience with children as I'm looking to go into pediatrics! I currently have 5 years of experience, babysitting for multiple families and that has ranged from 1 child to 4. I am the youngest, but have always loved spending time...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Janet L.
Naperville, IL
$15-20/hr
Currently tutoring online ESL to international students from children to adults. Past experience with Literacy Dupage - volunteered tutoring English to adult learners.
I have 9 years of teaching experience which includes at the high school, junior high, and middle school level. I have taught 7th/8th grade Social Studies, High School Economics, 7th grade ELA/Math, 4-6th Grade Instructional Special Education, and 7th-8th grade Instructional Special Education. I currently work as a full time...
I'd describe my personality as fun loving, organized, and patient
I like working with kids because seeing the world through their eyes is amazing. I love their creativity and imagination to make their world their own special place.
I'm looking for a summer job.
I started working with kids when I was in high school. I...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Danell K.
Joliet, IL
$15-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as Creative, Kind, and Attentive.
I like working with kids because it's always been a passion of mine. Taking care of and teaching others has always been a goal I have had and kids are the best age group to teach. They soak up information and challenge you to make things fun and interesting but...
Danell can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Plainfield, IL
Brenda B.
5.0
Brenda was awesome!! She kept me updated; and played legos, card games, ping pong etc with my son; and kept him busy :)
- Care member
Hina G.
5.0
Sheema did an excellent job of helping my son prepare for his Geometry Final!!!! She was punctual and very nice to work with.
- Cynthia T.
Sasha P.
5.0
Sasha was wonderful for our family. She was always on time and incredibly flexible for my ever changing schedule. We had a fairly difficult 3 month old and Sasha was kind and patient with him, singing and playing games and trying new things with him until we figured out what was best to keep him...
- Alfredo C.
Krista P.
5.0
Krista is a very sweet and kind individual. She handles children with much patience and kindness. She is never overly harsh and keeps her emotions in check when dealing with situations that arise. She knows how to speak with children in a way they respond well to. We were very happy with her for...
- Lisa D.
Anali W.
5.0
We've been so lucky to find Anali. Our daughter has been taking tutoring lessons with her this summer. She has been so wonderful, patient and helpful. We've seen such good improvement and confidence with my daughter's math skills before she was a little embarrassed to show her work or even talk...
- Miriam J.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Plainfield, IL
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Plainfield, IL?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Plainfield, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $24.36 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 Plainfield, IL?
Care.com currently has 11 reading tutors in Plainfield, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Plainfield 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 Plainfield that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Plainfield, 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 Plainfield 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 Plainfield, IL?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, IL reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.1 / 5
Reading Tutors in Plainfield, IL are rated 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.