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I home schooled my children for 8 years. I was a part of a home school organization that provided me with out side classes and field trip time. I understand the homeschooling process and the desire to home school your child.
Bess F.
Hammond, IN
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Bess and I am an elementary teacher in northwest Indiana. I am First Aid and CPR Certified. I have over 12 years of experience working with children in many different settings. Some of my hobbies include music, crafts, theater, and reading. I would love to share these with your children! I believe it is important to...
Bess can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am currently enrolled in school for accounting full-time. Before I started accounting, I studied education for 4 years and nearly finished. Throughout that time, I worked with children of all ages from the time I was 18-24. I've worked for tutoring companies, have been fingerprinted by multiple school districts, and District...
Nyla can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
I have 15 years of experience working with children ages 2-12. Most of that time was spent tutoring in math and reading. I am currently a private piano instructor in the early childhood department focusing on ages 2-7yrs old. I am also CPR and First Aid certified. I prioritize the safety and wellness of those under my care. I am...
Madai can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am currently a Junior High Social Studies teacher with two and a half years of experience. I completed my Masters of Education in December. I love reading, the outdoors, sports and all music. I am looking to make some extra money over summer. I have cared for a child with autism and challenging behaviors. I also have...
Mallory can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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.
Bess F.
Hammond, IN
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello! I am a senior at Purdue University where I am majoring in Elementary Education. I have over 7 years of experience working with in daycare, tutoring, and school settings. I am currently student teaching full time. I believe that all students have the ability to succeed in school when given the right conditions. I would...
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...
Krishell B.
Olympia Fields, IL
$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, my Name is Krishell I've been babysitting about 4 years now. I love playing games with kids, reading books,
, doing arts and crafts , and going to the park. I will clean, make dinner, help with homework , and help the kids get to bed on time. I have worked with children from age 2 months - 10 years old. I am responsible,...
Krishell can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Victorya W.
Park Forest, IL
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have tutored people since I was a Junior in high school. I have tutored students in high school and elementary level students as well.
Allison G.
Dyer, IN
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'm a recent graduate with a Ph. D. in Developmental Psychology from UC Merced. I have nanny/babysitting experience for several local families, as well as previous experience as a part-time daycare teacher. I specifically enjoy reading and singing with children, playing outside, and social development activities. I have...
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I am a recent college grad (Grand Valley State University in Grand Rapids, MI) with a degree in English and secondary education and a Spanish teaching minor. I have experience working with all age groups from infants to teenagers. I have worked in a daycare since I began working, and I have experience working with older...
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
Bridget S.
Munster, IN
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I love working with children of all ages. Gaining knowledge is such an awesome achievement, and I love to be a part of that satisfaction. I pride myself on being patient, kind, and capable of teaching children the way they learn best.
I'd describe my personality as fun loving, energetic, and honest.
I like working with kids because children are so full of energy and happiness. I get an opportunity to help teach a new generation.
I started working with kids when my baby sister was born. I started babysitting my cousins and taking care of neighbors kids when...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with students in early childhood education for over 20 years. I enjoy working with students who are struggling as well as excelling.
High school educator offering private tutoring lessons in English, science, writing, spelling, public speaking etc. I am great with diverse learners. I hold an Illinois teaching license and currently employed at a large scale high school. Hours are accommodating and the price is right. All ages 3-22 are welcomed. I hold a...
Skylar S.
Oak Forest, IL
$22-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, beautiful families,
I'm Skylar, and it is so nice to meet you! I am so excited to talk about your child/ren's needs.
My experience with children has been in both babysitting and nanny roles, as well as preschool teaching roles! As a babysitter/nanny, I have cared for children 1-11 years old, from date nights, before...
Skylar can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I babysat for a very busy family for 3 years. I was responsible for three children (mostly 2 because the third is a teen and very after school activities oriented), since they were 3, 5 and 13. I mostly did after school babysitting, from picking them up from school to warming up dinner, helping with homework, and taking each one...
Cristina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We used Cristina as a nanny for our 3 month old son when I went back to work from maternity leave. She was a very caring Nanny and I could tell my son really enjoyed having her around. He would always smile when he saw her which is rare for a baby that is so...
Taylor M.
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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.