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Cassandra C.

Certified Teacher With Fifteen Years Of Experience In Education

Des Plaines, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I teach students to become successful readers, writers, and mathematicians! I have experience tutoring students from the elementary school level up to college. Through the use of my teaching strategies and strong passion for education, I can provide your child with the tools that they need to be successful. I believe that each...
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Jack M.

Tutor

Des Plaines, IL

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$60/hr
8 years experience
My name is Jack and I'm an elementary special education teacher/literacy intervention specialist in Niles, Illinois. Throughout my seven years as an educator, I have worked with children of all ages with learning disabilities, ADD/ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder. I specialize in providing personalized instruction in math,...
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Sharon G.

Illinois State Board Of Education Licensed.

Des Plaines, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
I have 6 years of experience substitute teaching at Community Consolidated School District 64, teaching primary and middle school. I have been trained in the E learning programs. I have taught Special Education. I am also a proud mother of 3 successful children. I will guide and provide Tutoring and Lessons for remote / E-...
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Nelli C.

Part-Time Tutor

Des Plaines, IL

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$75/hr
10 years experience
My name is Nelli and I am a special education teacher and IEP case manager with an ESL endorsement. I specialize in executive functioning and can help students with managing assignments, implement study skills, task initiation, and self advocacy. I can also help students academically across all subjects with a speciality in math
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Erica P.

Elementary Teacher Who Loves Making Learning FUN!

Palatine, IL

5.0(0)
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$50/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a full time Elementary School Teacher currently teaching 5th grade. I am seeking additional employment as a part time tutor in the evenings and on weekends. I'm passionate about helping all students reach their fullest academic potential! I specialize in helping students take the educational risks necessary to learn. I have...
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Victoria F.

Experienced Teacher And Tutor

Evanston, IL

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I have taught several grades, from preschool to 2nd, and was an Assistive Technology Specialist for many years at our local high school. I have tutored many students in all elementary subjects, and have worked with students with all types of disabilities. My specialty is working with students with Executive Functioning...
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Deirdre R.

Experienced Elementary Teacher

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$60/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 17 years experience as an elementary teacher in public, private, and charter schools. I am an exceptional math teacher and can break down skills and concepts to students who are struggling. I have plenty of experience working with neuro divergent students and am able to help them discover study skills and adaptations that...

Clarissa E. says "We've had a lot of tutors over the years between my two daughters who both have ADHD and learning disabilities, and Deirdre has been one of the absolute...

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Soung K.

Dedicated, Highly Skilled Tutor

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
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$80/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I'm a dedicated, highly skilled tutor with over 20 years experience. I tutor all subjects K-12 and college math and science. My expertise is in math and test prep. I have the gift of making math understandable and easy. I also teach SAT/ACT prep at high schools. I'm a former scientist with a PhD from Northwestern University and...
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Lissete C.

Tutor Made Easy With Ms. Lissy

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(0)
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$50/hr
10 years experience
I have over 20 years of experience. I can help with Test Prep, Reading, English as a Second Language and Spanish. I am fully certified in all these areas! I have taught and tutoring Elementary students, as well as, High School and Adults, in Spanish.
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Anna S.

Tutor

Northbrook, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have been tutoring for about 15 years and have worked with all ages, from elementary school to adult, in all the major academic subjects as well as test prep.

Heidi S. says "Anna was very helpful and supportive to my daughter with completing her online Algebra 2 and chemistry classes. We really appreciated her willingness to...

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Sean C.

Park Ridge, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
Hello! I have a degree in Public Relations with a minor in English from DePaul University. Until recently, I have worked in California writing campaigns for a well-known brand. I have since moved back to Chicago on account of missing the winter-just kidding! The truth is, the corporate world just wasn't for me. I have a passion...

Gretchen Q. says "Sean helped my 5th grader through remote learning during the 2020-2021 school year while both parents were at home. Sean was flexible with scheduling...

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Jessica D.

4th Grade Teacher-Looking To Help More Students!

Mount Prospect, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
I have been a fourth grade teacher for 6 years. I have also taught 4th-8th grade math. Working with students of different abilities and capabilities is something I am truly passionate about! I am looking to help more students feel confident and succeed in the classroom. My specialties are math and reading support.
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Katherine A.

4th Grade Teacher Available For Hire!

Evanston, IL

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Hello! Currently, I am a graduate student at Northwestern University for Speech language Pathology. Previously, I worked as 4th, 2nd, and 6th grade teacher for a program called Teach for America in Phoenix, Arizona. I have a masters degree of elementary education, which I earned a 4. 0 GPA in and was awarded Teacher of the Year...
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Ashley H.

Elementary Education Tutor

Elk Grove Village, IL

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$21/hr
10 years experience
I have been teaching in an elementary school for the past 10 years. I've taught 3rd/4th grade and I am currently an EL teacher. I have had experience tutoring students from entering kindergarten through sixth graders. I try my best to make learning painless and fun!
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Patricia O.

Reading, Math And Spanish Tutor

Lincolnwood, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hello! My name is Patricia . I am a mother of two wonderful children. In addition to being a mother, I am a Spanish teacher and a tutor. I have been in the education field for about 10 years. I have been a high school Spanish teacher for 6 years. I have also taught K-3 and tutored Pre-k through 8th grade. My concentration is...
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Molly W.

Enthusiastic Tutor

Northbrook, IL

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$26/hr
9 years experience
I have 9 years of experience. I have an elementary education degree. I have been an assistant in 3rd and 4th grade. I have also taught kindergarten for a maternity sub job. Taught 2-year-old preschool and currently a preschool supervisor!
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Melissa J.

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a special education teacher for grades 1st-5th grade.
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Katie I.

Palatine, IL

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Hello, my name is Katelyn . I have 10 years of childcare experience and 4 years of teaching experience. I taught 6th grade for the past 4 years. I recently made a move to the Seattle area and I took a year break from teaching. I am looking to tutor any students in the area. I adore working with children and have a love for...
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Emma B.

Teacher

Elmwood Park, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Teacher in transition with experience teaching 5th, 6th, 8th and now 9th grade English Language Arts specializing in both intensive reading and writing instruction. Students struggling with reading will build confidence in fluency, comprehension and accuracy through phonics, vocabulary and discussion work. Students struggling...
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Peter B.

Experienced Tutor Available, Northwestern Grad, Liberal Arts Background

Elk Grove Village, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Tutor with 11 years of experience, teaching (national tutoring centers). Mainly work on Math of all levels up to Geometry; plus Reading, Writing, Vocabulary building, ESL. In addition, have utilized IXL and Roadworks. org to tutor English topics for grades 2nd through 12th.
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  • 60 elementary school tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $42.50/hr as of October 2025

Recent elementary school tutor reviews from local parents in Des Plaines, IL

Elementary School Tutors in Des Plaines, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed elementary school tutors

Deirdre R.

We've had a lot of tutors over the years between my two daughters who both have ADHD and learning disabilities, and Deirdre has been one of...

- Clarissa E.

Anna S.

Anna was very helpful and supportive to my daughter with completing her online Algebra 2 and chemistry classes. We really appreciated her...

- Heidi S.

Sean C.

Sean helped my 5th grader through remote learning during the 2020-2021 school year while both parents were at home. Sean was flexible with...

- Gretchen Q.

FAQs for finding elementary school tutors near you in Des Plaines, IL

Hiring an elementary school tutor near you in Des Plaines, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $42.50 per hour as of October, 2025. However, this is just an average, and actual elementary school tutor rates can vary due to their experience level, the subjects your child needs help with, and your child’s age.

To hire an elementary school tutor near you in Des Plaines, IL, you can use Care.com to search for elementary school tutors by their distance from Des Plaines. Then you can compare your options by their chosen hourly pay rate, reviews, availability, and other factors.

You can find a wide variety of elementary school tutoring services near you in Des Plaines, IL and subject specialties can include math, reading, English, or foreign languages. Many elementary school tutors offer general tutoring services across all subjects children cover in school, but others may specialize in just one subject.

To safely hire an elementary school tutor near you in Des Plaines, IL, we strongly advise you to research each candidate you’re considering working with. You can start by looking for elementary school tutors on Care.com who have a CareCheck badge on their profile, but can also conduct a private background check, can interview potential candidates, and can request references from other parents of current or former pupils.

If you want to book elementary school tutoring services near you in Des Plaines, IL, then it’s a good idea to interview a few different potential tutors to make sure you find the right fit. You can ask each elementary school tutor about what grade levels they have experience working with, what subject matters they feel comfortable teaching, and what their teaching style is.

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