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Rebecca C.
Thornton, IL
$48/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi. My name is Becky, I'm a mom of three kids ages 18-9, and the aunt to 16 nieces and nephews. I have been a part time nanny for a couple with two daughters who are now teenagers and no longer need a nanny.
My goal as a nanny is to keep children engaged in learning activities. All my children read before the age of four and my...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
I have over 4 years of experience caring for children. I am an aunt, spent time with my nieces and nephews. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry, along with meal preparation and homework assignments especially in math and science. I make it fun! I enjoy reading out loud to the children in my care and changing voices to...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is an expert dog watcher. We use her every time we need a dog sitter. She is kind, compassionate and loves animals j"
Jessi L.
5.0
(2)
I offer 10 years of experience and a true enthusiasm for caring for children. I love playing outdoors and reading to children. I am experienced in caring for premature newborns, newborns, twins, pets, doing light housework, meal preparation, bath time, and bedtime. I encourage and partake in imaginative play, physical...
Mallory can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mallory has been our full time nanny for my 4 children since August 2019. She has incredible spirit and has truly become a part of our family. She is remarkable with bringing out my children's imagination while allowing them to safely discover their independence. I...
Andrea L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! A little bit about me--I am a preschool teacher turned stay at home mom. Throughout high school, I loved babysitting and was a nanny in the summer. I then went on to get my degree in Elementary Education with endorsements in Reading and Early Childhood Development. I taught preschool before becoming a stay at home mom...
Dallas can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dallas watched my 1 year old this Summer as I was back home in the area temporarily living with family and working remote. She was so amazing and welcomed my daughter with open arms and always sent me photos throughout the day with updates. She is so kind and...
Elizabeth D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Erin and I am currently a 5th grade teacher in Cicero, Illinois. This is my 6th year as a teacher. My previous 4 years I worked as a 3rd grade co-teacher where 30% of my students had an IEP. My first year I was a 4th grade co-teacher. I have experience across all ages, personalities and backgrounds! Right now my...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Erin stayed overnights at our house to pet sit for our large dog and our two medicated cats. She was very responsive and loving with the boys and we came back to a very neat and tidy home. Will definitely be continuing to book with Erin next time we go out of town....
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience of 2 years with three children at a time, cooking for them, and doing laundry with light house keeping. I take them to the park and I take them for a walk also. I help with their homework and read to them
Stella can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
(1)
Hi parents! I am a college graduate of 3 majors that include both social and hard sciences. I was a math tutor since elementary school (though unpaid until sometime in high school) and often assisted my siblings and various neighborhood kids. Previous homework help/tutoring work includes working at a math and science school for...
5.0
"Rebecca has been an amazing Math tutor to my 8th grade daughter. I wanted a tutor to help her with homework but also help her with her confidence. Rebecca is a great role model! She has been so patient, punctual and she took the time to learn the learning style of...
Carolina E.
5.0
(1)
I have helped my friends with children with various projects and subjects as needed. I have two nieces that I help my sister with get ready for kindergarten and preschool.
5.0
"Kids naturally love Angela. She has a very kind, light-hearted personality. She also is educated in psychology and family services, so she understands people. I trust her with my children, which is not something I take lightly. She also genuinely love animals...
Gina M.
Heather P.
Tinley Park, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny And Pre-k Teacher Looking For After School Jobs
5.0
(1)
My name is Heather. I am 34 years old. I am currently a teacher at a day care . I've been teaching for 13 years in a Pre-k classroom. I live in Tinley Park . A little bit of my history: Before I started teaching I nannied for 3 years for an autistic boy and his brother , at the time I also took care of my 2 younger brothers in...
Heather can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Heather was very easy to communicate with. She was punctual to her interview. She had no hesitation in agreeing to background checks. She was kind and easy to talk to and was happy to answer all of my questions. Great interview."
Jillian L.
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I have worked with children of all ages. I worked for Sylvan Learning Center doing math and reading tutoring, I work at a day care where I am an infant teacher, and I have taught Sunday School at my church. In December I will have my Bachelor's in Family Studies and Human Development, with a focus in child and family services...
Joanna can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
CNA
Special Needs Care
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My names Amanda, long term nanny-first time Mama this past summer! I currently nanny for a family of 5. 5 years now. All the kids are in school so I have added the role of house manager! Previous to this family I have nannied for several other families. Before nannying I taught gymnastics for 5 years. Which also...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Ms. Sophia! I am 21 years old and I currently attend the university of Illinois Chicago majoring in urban elementary education with a certification and teaching ESL. I have been nannying for two years and never looked back. I have experience with children from the ages of three months to 12 years old, including...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
My bachelor's degree is in Special Education and Elementary Education. I've taught in the Public Schools for 14 years and have home schooled for 22 years. I have four children and have 27 years of experience tutoring both privately and at Sylvan Learning Center for 20 years. My Special Ed background has allowed me to service...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Rachel N.
Dyer, IN
$16-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as adaptive, creative, and outgoing.
I like working with kids because there is a never a dull moment when you are with them. Kids are fun and optimistic and can always brighten your mood. They can also teach you things that you may have forgotten from your childhood.
I'm looking for a job that makes...
I have 18 of experience tutoring beginning reading through High School Math at Sylvan Learning Center. I have 15 years of private tutoring, both your home or mine, and 22 years of homeschooling experience. My degree is in Special Education and Elementary Education. I'm certified in the State of Illinois with 11 years of teaching...
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...
I'd describe my personality as patient, fun, and outgoing
I enjoy playing games, drawing, and teaching children new things.
I am looking for child care jobs that give parents the opportunity to work, go out, or get other things accomplished.
I started working with kids when I was 12 years old as a babysitter. Once I was...
Janel can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Thornton, IL
Kimberly A.
5.0
Kim is the Best Dog Sitter ever. I won't trust anyone else with my Dog!
- Cherie Q.
Mallory S.
5.0
Mallory nannied for us full time for over 3 years. Mal became a part of our family and is still a part of our family even though she is no longer nannying for us. She is punctual, professional, reliable, honest, creative, FUN and absolutely has a gift in relating to children. Cannot say enough great...
- Katie J.
Dallas Z.
5.0
Dallas watched my 1 year old this Summer as I was back home in the area temporarily living with family and working remote. She was so amazing and welcomed my daughter with open arms and always sent me photos throughout the day with updates. She is so kind and trustworthy! I cannot recommend her...
- Elizabeth D.
Erin M.
5.0
Erin stayed overnights at our house to pet sit for our large dog and our two medicated cats. She was very responsive and loving with the boys and we came back to a very neat and tidy home. Will definitely be continuing to book with Erin next time we go out of town.
- Care member
Rebecca Z.
5.0
Rebecca has been an amazing Math tutor to my 8th grade daughter. I wanted a tutor to help her with homework but also help her with her confidence. Rebecca is a great role model! She has been so patient, punctual and she took the time to learn the learning style of my daughter which made a huge...
- Carolina E.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Thornton, IL
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Thornton, IL?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Thornton, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $48.00 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 Thornton, IL?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Thornton, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Thornton 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 Thornton that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Thornton, 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 Thornton 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 Thornton, IL?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Thornton, 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 Thornton, 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.