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"I am a fit and energetic professional nanny and house manager. With 20 years of experience working for Winnetka families, I'm easily adaptable to any family's needs. I love the outdoors and letting children learn thru hands-on play. Crafts, singing, dancing, outdoor sports, and walking/ exploring are my favorite ways of...
Viola can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
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, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Here's a little about me! I am a teacher and have been teaching in the Chicago area for 9 years. I have experience babysitting for various families over the last 12+ years. I earned my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and my Master's degree as a Reading Specialist from DePaul University. I have spent several...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sarah works well with kids of all ages. She has creative ideas for play, and does a great job engaging with the children. Sarah is responsible and dependable. I would recommend her highly."
Ella S.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
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.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, 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
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a mother of two beautiful adult daughters. I have been working with kids for other families for about 10 years. I also have great references that can be provided.
My background and driving records excellent.
CPR and AED trained and certified.
I have a car so I can take the kids to school, activities and anywhere...
Amarjargal can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is the most reliable person and good with kids. I would highly recommend her for babysitting job."
Tammy C.
Jennifer S.
Lake Zurich, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(12)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Jen. I appreciate you taking the time to review my bio. I am looking for a family that I can grow with long term. I have 15 years of hands on experience working with infants on up. I am very trustworthy, neat, dependable, attentive and energetic. I have worked as a assistant preschool teacher, volleyball coach,...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have known Jen now for 6 years. I can't say enough good about her. Jen is a very honest, reliable, and a responsible person. She puts her whole heart into her job and truly cares for the families she works for. She is a hard worker and always does more than...
Kim S.
Amy L.
Lake Forest, IL
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Tutoring For Children K-6, Certified Teacher With Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified teacher of K-8th grades who has taken time off to raise my own children. I have taught 4th, 2nd, and 1st grades and having training in behavior therapy. I am available during after school and early evening hours and have reasonable rates.
5.0
"Amy is an amazing tutor. My daughters loved her."
Laila H.
Dora A.
Lake Zurich, IL
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Childcare available. Hello , my name is Dora . I am a Medical Assistant and First Aid & CPR certified . I have a clean background , perfect driving record and references if needed . . From 2005 until mid 2010 , I am looking to work 25 to 30 hours and I am very much involved with their academics ( as I was a Teachers Aide ) and...
Dora can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Tatyana P.
Palatine, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Loving Nanny Available Full Time Or Part Time.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with kids for more than 25years. I was preschool teacher in Latvia. In the USA, I've worked with children of all ages for 20 years. I am a kind, loving, fun nanny. I enjoy playing with kids, teaching them, hiking outdoors, reading books, listening to music, playing ball, etc. Always provide safety and...
Tatyana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Tatyana was great with our one-year-old daughter. She was always on time and never called in last minute or had schedule changes. She was incredibly reliable, and our daughter had a great time with her. They went to the library, park, and on daily walks....
Gabby W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 30-year-old college graduate from Columbia College Chicago. I graduated in 2013 with a Fashion Business degree. I have continued to do what I love best and that's be with kids. I feel like the BEST me is brought out when I'm around your kids and I would love the opportunity to be your babysitter/Nanny. I love going to the...
Dana can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Dana is wonderful with kids and is very responsible. She supervised my children, drove them to activities, made sure they did their homework, made snacks or meals for them and generally took wonderful care of them. She was extremely dependable and my kids love her...
Michelle L.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Thank you for taking a look at my profile! I currently have availability;
M-Th at or after 5:30 p.m.
F-Su All day (including date nights)
I have always had a good connection with kids and since middle school, I have looked after the children of neighbors and family members. I have volunteered at summer camps and I...
Joanna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Joanna to take care of our 5 year old daughter and 1 year old son. She is a wonderful person and our children love her. We're a household that doesn't like too much screen time and she respected that completely. She is also a great cook which was an added...
Natalie B.
4.6
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced Elementary School Teacher originally from Moscow, Russia. 27 years ago I moved to the USA, and began working as a Teacher in Early Child Care Facilities. I also have experience as a Nanny and as a Babysitter with references on file. I speak English and Russian. I enjoy educate children through playing...
Alexandra can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
4.0
"Alexandra responded quickly to my message which is always helpful!
She noted that she is no longer available."
Frances C.
Sheri G.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Teacher/Nanny Looking For Full -Time Job I Have 25+ Years Experience
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience between the ages of 3 mos/pre k kindergarten. I love doing arts and crafts, singing, reading, cooking and playing outside.
Sheri can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"We interviewed Sheri for our nanny position. She was very sweet with our daughter, had great ideas for activities to do with her, and seemed very genuine. She also comes with 10 years of experience with kids around 15-24 months. We are definitely keeping her in...
Kristy B.
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, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
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
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Master's Degree in Education and over 20 years of classroom experience teaching math, English, language arts, science, music/drama and art. I currently hold an Illinois certificate teaching 1st - 9th grade with endorsements in math, language arts, social studies and art. In addition, I have over 7 years experience as a...
5.0
"Lauren is the perfect tutor for our son with reading challenges. She is to the point with him and he is now motivated to learn and to excel. Super happy we found Lauren and excited to see further progress"
Masha L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jessica, I'd describe my personality as caring, responsible and attentive.
I like working with kids because I find joy in making a positive impact in their life's wether it be playtime, teaching them manners and helping them grow in ways they maybe didn't know!
I'm looking for a job that is welcoming,...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jessica was amazing with my 5 year old son. She was patient with him and engaged with him. He loved her and wouldn't mind spending the day with her. Definitely recommend. "
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Viktoriya V.
Vernon Hills, IL
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am also currently a tutor in high school mathematics. I know a lot of math since as a Engineering student I needed to take the highest math courses. I also have worked at Kumon for 2 years as a math and English tutor.
I am 22 years old and graduated Stevenson high school. Now I am commuting to college in the city,...
5.0
"Viktoriya is an amazing tutor, and she is really good at explaining the math questions in a way that makes sense. She helps me as a visual learner see why the problem should be solved that way by helping me visualize it on a graph."
Arthur R.
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
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.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Prospect Heights, IL
Amy A.
5.0
Amy took care of my one and two year olds and was wonderful. Very reliable and careful. We were sad to see her go!
- Mindy B.
Sarah W.
5.0
Great communication, very dependable & flexible. BEST decision I've ever made is hiring her. BOTH my children get excited when its her day to come over
- Nicole R.
Sarah W.
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 things about her!!
- Michael K.
Michelle C.
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 enjoy time in the backyard when the...
- Irina H.
Vanessa S.
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
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Prospect Heights, IL
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Prospect Heights, IL?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Prospect Heights, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $30.00 per hour as of January 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 Prospect Heights, IL?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Prospect Heights, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Prospect 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 Prospect Heights that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Prospect 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 Prospect 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 Prospect Heights, IL?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Prospect 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 Prospect 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.