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Andrew B.

Enthusiastic English & Reading Tutor

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
1 year experience
Hello! Does your child need that extra push to take off with reading, writing, or English? As a Dean's List college student- and much more importantly, a book worm- I know better than most how exciting, yet, challenging the English endeavor can be. I love to work with kids of all ages to help achieve their literary goals; to...

Molly H. says "I hired my son a tutor, as with COVID-19, he was struggling a bit academically. I was unsure if a tutor would work in getting him get back on track, but...

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Clara B.

French And English speaking Tutor

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience
I am a French and English Tutor. I have been a tutor for a year now and I love what I do because I believe that helping my students improve their reading, writing, speech skills and seeing them succeed is priceless. It's more than a job for me. It's a passion.
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Rebecca T.

English And Science Tutor (ages 13-18)

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
Hello! I am a freshman in college at Loyola University. I have always been very good at both English and science throughout my years in school. I took Honors courses in English and AP courses in science and English in high school. I scored 35's on the science and English sections of the ACT. I LOVE writing and editing papers! As...

Huxley P. says "She is amazing and brilliant! Always helped out with the kids."

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Nicole K.

Certified English, Music, Teacher, Tutor

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
5 years experience
I have an Illinois state teaching certificate in English, Music, Drama. I have taught in the classroom for four years.
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Tyler B.

STEM Tutor

Chicago, IL

4.7(1)
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$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Experienced tutor in all levels of math and physics up to and including university subjects. Taught calculus and precalculus (in person and online) as a graduate student. Offering math and physics lessons at the high school to college level. Please ask about python programming lessons for ambitious middle to high school...

Jack B. says "I hired Tyler for math that most people would consider particularly complex and tiresome, but Tyler breezes through it no problem with methods that are much...

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Jessica P.

Awesome Baby Sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I use to work for Primrose School of Buckhead as an assistant teacher. I also was a nanny for the first time within the past year. I'm looking for more opportunities to care for children due to it being something I'm honestly really good at on the side of my passion for wholistic healing for all ages. I love to be outdoors...

Ashley J. says "Very nice young lady who loves to be of service!"

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Ian K.

Personal Learning Specialist

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
Ian is a recent college graduate with a love of language, writing, and programming who is excited to gain teaching experience and meet new people.

Hilary B. says "Reliable, responsive and smart. My kids love him. Our favorite babysitter."

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Makayla B.

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$21/hr
Hi my name is Makayla I love English, Math and piano. I graduated high school with a 3. 8 gps and 3 English college credits going into college. I'm currently a freshman at NIU. I tutor my younger siblings and friends all the time in areas of music, math and English and little science and Spanish please don't hesitate to ask any...
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Deirdre R.

Experienced Elementary Teacher

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$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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Lindsay B.

Certified Mathematics Tutor Available

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
- CRLA Level I Certified tutor in English/grammar and mathematics - Licensed to teach mathematics, grades 5-12 in MA, CT, FL, and IL - Gamble Rogers Middle School Rookie Teacher of the Year (2022) - Graduated Cum Laude from Lesley University in 2019 with a BA in Secondary Education and Mathematics Experience: - math/writing...

Kelly G. says "My daughter was beaming at the end. She thought Lindsay really was helpful, knew the material and "got her". We will have her come back again!"

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Perla M.

Grade School Tutor

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
6 years experience
Hello! I am a high school entrance exam tutor. I've helped students access the concepts necessary to successfully complete the entry exams needed to enter selective enrollment schools in the Chicagoland area.
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Joel C.

Let's Get Down To Business To Have Some Fun!

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience with special needs kids (deaf, autistic, paraplegic, blind, cognitive impairment, emotional/behavioral impairment). I have been working with children of all ages as a substitute teacher for over half a decade, borrowing my methods from fellow educators, the Montessori method, and from The Supernanny. I have...
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Annie H.

Private Tutor

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently a senior in high school and I am ahead in my math classes and very good at social studies all the way up to the 12th-grade level. I am in the top 3 percent of my class and have maintained a 4. 0 GPA throughout high school. I have been tutoring and mentoring children both privately and in school, since I was in the...
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Leilani M.

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$21/hr
2 years experience
Hello! I am currently a full time college student and absolutely love my studies. Reading/writing have always been my favorite subjects since I can remember. I also have young siblings that I am always helping improve their reading/writing skills. I can't wait to work with your child! Hope to hear from you soon:)
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Bonnie K.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have tutored children of grade school age and higher, all subjects. I am great at making learning fun. I am a certified substitute teacher in northern Cook County. I have an extensive medical background, as I have worked in health care for over 15 years, and am also an EMT

Lara S. says "Bonnie was a full-time home school teacher for our two 9 y.o. kids. She brought with her a lot of structure, expertise, and a sense of a real classroom,...

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Yanmengshu Y.

Bilingual Passionate Tutor

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am looking for a full time/part time nanny position. I am originally from China, and I have been in San Francisco for 2 and a half years. I have experience with childcare, early learning and tutoring in both China and the US. Taking care of children from different backgrounds is a new experience for me every day and I really...
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Katherine H.

ESL Teacher And Elementary Reading And Math Tutor

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
After spending the past year as an ESL Teacher, I am taking a year off to continue my education. I have 5 years teaching ESL and as a reading and writing tutor. I have 7 years working in after school programs, where I aided students ages in K-5 with reading, writing and math. I have experience with both regular and special ed. I...
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Adia D.

Part- Time Tutor Available

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, my name is Adia ! I believe that education is essential and crucial to a healthy mind. From the early age of 9, I was placed in honors classes due to my advanced learning capabilities. My parents helped me understand the importance of learning, and it is my goal to help children become more confident in trouble subjects. I...

Ernest L. says "Adia has been extremely beneficial to my child's learning process. Combining both classic and modern teaching methods. She shows up punctual, professional...

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Seryniti R.

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I started volunteering as a special needs tutor for 2 years. I volunteered and worked at daycare and it required assignment help. Parents asked me outside of daycare to tutor their children. As well as recently I hosted homework/assignment night for children in my old neighborhood every week. Parents began to pay for individual...
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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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  • 945 English tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.64/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated English tutors is 4.8

Recent English tutor reviews from local parents in Chicago, IL

English Tutors in Chicago, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 181 reviews of the 945 listed English tutors

Andrew B.

I hired my son a tutor, as with COVID-19, he was struggling a bit academically. I was unsure if a tutor would work in getting him get back...

- Molly H.

Rebecca T.

She is amazing and brilliant! Always helped out with the kids.

- Huxley P.

Tyler B.

I hired Tyler for math that most people would consider particularly complex and tiresome, but Tyler breezes through it no problem with...

- Jack B.

FAQs for finding English tutors in Chicago

Hiring an English tutor in Chicago, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $24.64 per hour as of December 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each candidate has and the type of assignments you or your child need help with.

Care.com currently has 945 English tutors in Chicago, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Chicago or hourly pay rate. From there, you can compare the experience each English tutor has working with kids, and the specific skills they can help you with. You can also read reviews from other families in Chicago that have worked with the tutors you're interested in.

The right English tutor for your child will be able to improve their grades and writing skills. 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 English tutor if they are familiar with some of the goals the schools in Chicago have. Finally, see how long they are willing to commit to helping your child with their English assignments. Your child may need only a few sessions to get on track, or long-term help that could require an English tutor staying with them the entire school year.

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