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60 homeschool teachers are listed in Buffalo Grove, IL
The average rate is $21/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby homeschool teachers is 6 years
Homeschool teachers in Buffalo Grove, IL
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I have 15+ years experience as a daycare teacher and babysitter, caring for children infants to 12 years old. I love to make learning fun and engage the children in age-appropriate activities such as art projects, reading books, games, and trips to various places including the park, library, museum, swimming pool, and zoo. I am...
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Hi! My name is Belén (Bel). I'm a preschool teacher looking forward to babysit for a kind and loving family. I am responsible, hardworking, energetic, patient, and creative! I have worked with hundreds of kids of all ages.
I have reliable transportation as well as a clean driving record, and will always be on time. No had...
Marwa H.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$18/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hello my name is Marwa I am a sophomore in college studying to become an elementary school teacher. I currently work at NWSRA as an inclusion aid where I aid participants who have special abilities feel valued and heard in any way and help them feel at ease in everyday settings like school and extracurricular sports and...
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Hi! I am a learning behavior specialist at a special education school. My students have a range of special qualities and differing unique needs. This is my first year as a teacher! I love my job and the enriching experiences we create together daily. I am looking to partner with a family to help meet their child's needs!
I...
MJ
5.0
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I am a mother of two children. My son is 11 years old and my daughter is 9. I was a special education teacher who worked in Oak Forest. I worked in the district for 15 years. Having my own children and having had worked as a teacher, I am extremely flexible. I put a lot of time and care into my job and the care of my children....
5.0
"Melissa is awesome! Reliable, warm, understanding, loving, aware, present, kind..etc...really everything you would want in someone you are leaving your children with. I know my children are happy and safe and...
Reviewed by Kimberly L.
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Melissa J.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am a special education teacher for grades 1st-5th grade.
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I have been caring for one family in Glenn Ellyn in the past 10 years. I started caring for a toddler and newborn, followed by the third and fourth babies. I helped to raise the children up to 4 to 11 years and I love them as my own. Besides attending to their everyday physical needs, the nurturing aspect of their development...
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I have an early childhood education degree. I have worked as a nanny, teacher for several years. I like doing arts and crafts, going to the library and the park, and reading
5.0
"Farideh has a flair for education and truly enjoyed that aspect of enriching my children's lives. She also was a great cook and ensured my children ate hot meals (and a variety including Iranian or Israeli...
Reviewed by Laura S.
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I am currently a special education teacher in Cook county. I have experience in teaching music, math, reading, writing, social studies, and science. I was a camp counselor for many years and experience with all ages of children. I am also an animal lover, I directed the barn program at a camp. I currently have a rabbit and a dog...
5.0
"Amanda was great and so helpful to my family, especially given some last minute changes we had during quarantine. She jumped right in and handled playtime, mealtime, diapering and naps with our toddler with...
Reviewed by Sharon F.
Mercedes C.
Schaumburg, IL
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello, I'm Mercedes. I have a bachelor's degree in Family and individual development with a minor in early childhood. I'm a newborn care specialist, CPR, first aid, DCFS, and CNA certified. Utilizing my training in early childhood development and 13 years of hands-on experience as a highly-skilled child educator, nanny,...
5.0
"I highly recommend Mercedes as a nanny for your childcare needs. She performed nanny duties for my infant and 3-year-old sons from March 2015 to January 2018.
Mercedes is an incredibly patient individual who...
Reviewed by Care member
Mimi S.
Mount Prospect, IL
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, I'm Mimi. I currently attend UIC and am in my last semester of Teaching of History to become a high school teacher. I have worked on and off babysitting, lifeguarded for 2 years, and worked as a chef instructor for elementary aged kids.
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"We hired Mimi to care for our 10-year-old daughter and 8-year-old son through the day, every day, for the summer school break of 2021. So about 10 weeks. She was great! Always on time or early. Very good...
Reviewed by Dorothy I.
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Hey, there! Thank you for considering me in your search for a tutor. I have been a professional tutor + teaching assistant since college and have worked with kids between ages 4-16. My specialties include science, math, writing, and test preparation. I graduated the University of Denver in 2018 with a BA in Physics and a BA in...
5.0
"My son loves working with her on his homework and reading."
Reviewed by Kristi M.
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I am a positive, patient, and energetic person. I have been taking care and raising children for 18 years and elderly for 12 years. I have studied child development and child education in hig school. I am CPR and First aid certificated. I am a certified pharmacy technician and now I am back in School studying Radiology. I enjoy...
5.0
"Has great communication great work ethic very need and organized I will recommend her to anybody over and over"
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Seeking a position of full time/Part time nanny or baby sitter for long term Education: Bachelors in Education, Child Psychology, CPR , DCFS Certificate.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: As a Montessori school Teacher, Nanny/babysitter, Teacher, I have 8 yrs. of experiences with infant , toddlers , and school age . I can provide...
5.0
"We interviewed Nita to watch our three daughters, ages 6 years, 3 years and 7 months. She was on time and presented great at the interview. Her interaction with our children was delightful. We have a very...
Reviewed by Meghan O.
5.0
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Hello, I have an extensive background with infants to teenagers. I worked at Lake Forest Park District for 9 years plus. During that time, I took care of different families and a few of them are like my family now after 11 years for working for them. I have a Bachelors degree from Valparaiso University and CPR/AED certified. I...
5.0
"Katie is wonderful with children… Caring, energetic, very attentive, and fun. She is very dependable, always on time and both are children adore her."
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Hi! Growing up with three younger brothers, leadership has always been second nature. Through my studied in Orphans and Vulnerable Children and being a summer kindergarten teacher, I have learned so much about kids and how they operate. I love to be a positive role model in your child's life.
5.0
"I've known Leah for years, and she's super responsible and loving towards others. Give her a shot!"
Reviewed by Blake M.
Elise C.
Des Plaines, IL
$17-21/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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My name is Elise! I have 8 years of professional experience working with children ages 1 to 14, but I have been babysitting since I was 17. I am an alumni from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville with a Bachelors of science in psychology. I love and enjoy working with children. I currently work as a teacher assistant for...
5.0
"Elise watched my kids (9 & 7) during the summer, mostly my son who has moderate autism. She is very dependable, trustworthy, and was always on time. My kids loved being with Miss Elise. I would definitely...
Reviewed by Mary C.
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Master's Degree in Education and over 20 years of classroom experience teaching math, English, language arts, science, music/drama and art. I currently hold an Illinois certificate teaching 1st - 9th grade with endorsements in math, language arts, social studies and art. In addition, I have over 7 years experience as a...
5.0
"Lauren is the perfect tutor for our son with reading challenges. She is to the point with him and he is now motivated to learn and to excel. Super happy we found Lauren and excited to see further progress"
Reviewed by Masha L.
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Hello! My name is Asma and I have had over 20 years of experience. I worked at a school for 8 years and have been a nanny now for over 15 years. I love children and enjoy having them experience amazing opportunities. Anyone who works with children knows the joy of helping kids to find themselves, the pride in being a part of the...
5.0
"Asma was our full-time nanny for four years, caring for three small children. Her importance to their and our lives cannot be over-stated, as without her, we simply could not have managed, and with her, we...
Reviewed by Ron E.
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I am an amazing nanny looking for part-time, possible full-time hours. I am a certified teacher taking a few years off to be with my older children. I have been a nanny part-time/full-time for the past three years for two families. I have over 25 years experience. I cared for a total of six children ranging in age from 2-8 from...
5.0
"Gives great detail on how the day went and did well with my young toddler who cries pretty hard at goodbyes."
Reviewed by Jessica C.
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Buffalo Grove, IL
Melissa J.
5.0
We did not end up hiring Melissa because of other conflicts, but she was responsive and polite in our communications.
- Jenn R.
Farideh R.
5.0
Farideh has a flair for education and truly enjoyed that aspect of enriching my children's lives. She also was a great cook and ensured my children ate hot meals (and a variety including Iranian or Israeli dishes). My kids loved Farideh and continue to enjoy seeing her years later even though she...
- Laura S.
Amanda F.
5.0
Amanda was great and so helpful to my family, especially given some last minute changes we had during quarantine. She jumped right in and handled playtime, mealtime, diapering and naps with our toddler with ease!
- Sharon F.
Mercedes C.
5.0
I highly recommend Mercedes as a nanny for your childcare needs. She performed nanny duties for my infant and 3-year-old sons from March 2015 to January 2018.
Mercedes is an incredibly patient individual who takes the time to meet even the rowdiest kids' needs. She always arrived early or on time,...
- Care member
Mimi S.
5.0
We hired Mimi to care for our 10-year-old daughter and 8-year-old son through the day, every day, for the summer school break of 2021. So about 10 weeks. She was great! Always on time or early. Very good communication on status. There were a few discipline issues with the kids and she handled them...
- Dorothy I.
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Buffalo Grove, IL
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Buffalo Grove, IL?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Buffalo Grove, IL is $21.48. It’s important to keep in mind that this is just the average going rate in your location. Many factors can influence how much private homeschool teachers charge. For example, how many children you have, the subjects you want the homeschool teacher to specialize in, and their degree or years of working experience, can all play a role in how they set their rates.
How can I find private teachers for homeschooling near me in Buffalo Grove, IL?
If you’re not certain how to find homeschool teachers, you can use Care.com to make your search for a homeschool teacher near you in Buffalo Grove, IL easier and more efficient. To start, you can narrow your search to homeschool teachers in your general area. Then you can review rates, look for homeschooling teachers who have reviews from current or former clients, and can read different profiles to learn more about each teacher’s experience.
What types of services do homeschool teachers near me in Buffalo Grove, IL offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Buffalo Grove, IL offer a wide variety of educational services. Some homeschool teachers that come to your house may provide full-day instruction and design lesson plans. Others may only come by a few times a week to teach a certain subject that the parent struggles with, such as advanced mathematics. Other homeschool teachers may choose to run small group sessions out of their home. It’s important to interview a few different candidates and to ask to learn more about services they offer.
How can I safely hire homeschooling teachers near me in Buffalo Grove, IL?
While we ask all homeschool teachers listed on Care.com to complete a CareCheck (you can see which providers completed one by looking for the badge on their profile), this is just a jumping off point. To feel comfortable that the homeschool teacher you’re hiring is safe, we recommend you take additional steps to ensure safety. For example, you can run an independent background check and request professional references when hiring a homeschool teacher near you in Buffalo Grove, IL.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Buffalo Grove, IL?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Buffalo Grove, IL, it’s a good idea to interview a handful of different candidates. When interviewing teachers for homeschooling, it’s a good idea to ask them about their teaching style, about what subjects and grade levels they have experience with, and how they would handle issues such as your child not paying attention or talking to a sibling during lessons.
Ratings for Buffalo Grove, IL homeschool teachers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Homeschool Teachers in Buffalo Grove, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed homeschool teachers.