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Find reading tutors in Springfield, IL that you’ll love
10 reading tutors are listed in Springfield, IL
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 7 years
Reading tutors in Springfield, IL
I am a high school special education teacher and coach. I love working with and teaching children. Throughout college I worked in homes for adults with disabilities and also fell in love working with older individuals. As a teacher I have the summer off work and I am seeking a summer work opportunity as a babysitter, nanny, or...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I AM AVAILABLE AFTER 5 p.m. M-F and anytime on weekends. I am a single parent of 2 adult daughters. My 24 yr old is a second grade teacher and my 22 yr old is a college student and working in a bank. I miss them so much. I enjoy reading and love to read stories to the children I care for. My mother operated an in home daycare...
Tina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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"Tina was willing to meet in person before. She watched our kids several times over the past couple of weeks. She was great with our three month old, he would always smile at her when she talked to him. My 10 year old daughter enjoyed her too and said she was very...
Ivette C.
Margaret S.
Springfield, IL
$15-18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have 3 years of experience as a camp counselor which has given me experience with roughly every age group. During the school year I tutor K-6 on math and reading. I am CPR/ First Aid certified. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Carpooling. I am back for home from college for most of the summer.
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a PhD candidate in Springfield focusing in immunology. I have 10 years of babysitting and nannying experience. I have watched two little boys for date nights for seven years, as well as daily nannying for two kiddos (2 & 5) for a bit over two years. Additionally to watching little ones, I also tutor and spent this...
Sinda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Taylor B.
Springfield, IL
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a childcare provider with five years of experience, I am passionate about providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children. My desire to make a positive impact on children's lives and support families led me to this fulfilling career. I am patient, calm, creative, and friendly, and I believe in open...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Tamara W.
Springfield, IL
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dedicated Caregiver With A Passion For Caring For Children.
Hello! My name is Tamara Wach and I am a lifelong resident of Springfield. I have 2 children, a son who is 26, and a daughter who is 32. As my son was growing up I worked in district 186 and the Chatham school district. I worked as a playground supervisor, cafeteria supervisor, and a bus monitor. I also helped teachers in...
Makenna R.
Rochester, IL
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Looking For Part-Time Job. Available When I Am Not In Class.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Makenna! :)
I'm an experienced nanny/babysitter/teacher/tutor with 13+ years of childcare experience ages 1-14. I have 6+ years of teaching experience (all subjects) in grades K-6, specializing in teaching children how to read. My experience and background in education helps me keep kids engaged with fun, safe,...
Makenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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"Makenna took care of my 10 year old daughter at the hotel during a recent work trip that I had in Chicago. She is such a sweet and caring person! Great communication, trusting, dependable. She is so nice! Highly recommended. My daughter loved the time they spent...
Janice R.
I have provided care for many children throughout my experience as a Caregiver, from infants to young adults. I am patient, empathetic, and will bring my very best when caring for your children. I have been a CNA for 18 years. I am a non-smoker, CPR certified and I love animals. I am open to caring for all ages, as well as any...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Karen K.
Chatham, IL
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
I started tutoring when I was in high school I was helping an 8th grader in math. His grade went from a D to an A within that year. I also worked as a tutor at Lincoln Land Community College. I completed the training and received a certificate in tutoring. Currently I am a nanny part time for several families which requires me...
Karen K.
Chatham, IL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children for 20 years. I started baby-sitting when I was 12. Later, I worked for the school district 186, day care, and care center at a fitness club. Within the last couple years, I have been helping families that I have found on a site similar to this one. My goal is not just to provide your children with...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Springfield, IL
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Springfield, IL?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Springfield, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $15.00 per hour as of April 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 Springfield, IL?
Care.com currently has 6 reading tutors in Springfield, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Springfield 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 Springfield that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Springfield, 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 Springfield 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 Springfield, IL?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Springfield, 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 Springfield, 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.