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60 homeschool teachers are listed in Des Plaines, IL
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby homeschool teachers is 5 years
Homeschool teachers in Des Plaines, IL
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Hello! My name is Paige . I am a 2nd grade teacher. I have a bachelor's degree in elementary education with a minor in ESL. I have been nannying for 8 years now with kids ranging from the ages of 1-12! I have such a passion for kids! I have a clean driving record and will have a car that I can take kids to activities or school...
5.0
"Paige was our "pod teacher" during the pandemic. She helped proctor my daughters (2nd grade and Kindergarten) along with 3 other 1st graders while juggling her undergrad degree. The girls adored her and she...
Reviewed by Sonya G.
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I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I used to work as an assistant teacher at a daycare and I'm currently a lifeguard for kids at lifetime fitness, so I've always had a job involving because I feel putting them first and keeping them safe and happy is what I do best.
5.0
"Kathryn did a great job babysitting our 4 kids. Our kids had a lot of fun!"
Reviewed by Eli S.
Lisa S.
Chicago, IL
$22-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Teacher And Nanny Seeking Loving Family For Long-term Position
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I have 15 years of experience as a preschool teacher, 2 years as an infant teacher and 4 years as a nanny. As a nanny I also perform light housekeeping duties such as laundry, dishes, and meal prep. Occasionally I am responsible for drop off and pick up from school and escorting children to activities. As a teacher I was...
5.0
"Lisa and I were co teachers in an infant classroom. She was very patient, loving, and active with the babies. She was very knowledgeable of infant milestones and DCFS rules and regulations. Lisa was always on...
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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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Hi! My name is Amanda and I go to Illinois State University and I am looking for a nanny job over the summer or any babysitting or nannying jobs during the school year as well. I am a Special Education major and I can really meet any needs for your kids! I have tutored several students throughout several grades and with a...
5.0
"Amanda is a wonderful addition to our family. The kids had a great time with her. We all look forward to her coming back."
Reviewed by Addie E.
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My name is Fadia. I'm 54 years old. I am an experienced nanny.( 15 years of experience with kids between 3 months and 8 years old)and also I have a background in education and child development, and experience as a teacher, I love kids of all ages, newborns are my favorite. I speak 3 languages(French , English, and Arabic)and...
5.0
"Fadia watched our 2 children for the last 5-1/2 years, from the time our youngest was 8 weeks old until he started kindergarten. She been a great addition to our family. She kept our children busy and active,...
Reviewed by Julie U.
Nicole G.
Evanston, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny Who Wants Your Children To Have Fun And Be Critical Thinkers
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I have cared for children all my life from family to friends and have been caring for them professionally for the last 10 years. I care for children of all ages, with and without special needs. I am CPR and first aid certified, Direct Service person certified, Paraprofessional certified (teachers aide), sign language, and...
5.0
"Nicole is amazing with children! She's kind, patient, knowledgeable, resourceful and has an ability to tailor herself to children's needs. My son at 22 months had a difficult time having a nanny for the first...
Reviewed by Meghan S.
Gina P.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I'm a former elementary teacher & current tutor (PreK-4th-reading, writing, math.) I take many professional education courses/webinars yearly to find new ideas & stay up-to-date with new teaching practices.
I teach 1-on-1, & customize each session for students of all levels & abilities, using fun games & activities so students...
5.0
"She is very nice, patient and creative teacher. My son is special need kids but she teach him well and he improved a lot. I recommend her strongly. "
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Viktoriia C.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hello, my name is Viktoriia.
I have a BA in Psychology and I have CPR and all daycare certifications. In the past I worked Daycare director/educator that creates an innovative curriculum to stimulate learning and development. Structured and play based teacher with expertise from 6 weeks to 7 years of age.
Mimi S.
Mount Prospect, IL
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
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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.
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...
Reviewed by Dorothy I.
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Hello, my name is Michelle and I am 32 years old. I am a Mom to a wonderful 15-month-old girl named Zoey! I attended Triton College for my Associates Degree in Early Childhood. I used to work for KinderCare as the Lead Infant room teacher as well as a floater in all other age groups! I also have many years of experience in...
5.0
"Michelle is a highly dependable and responsible individual. I have known Michelle for many years through school as well as outside of school and she has always been very reliable. I highly recommend her!"
Reviewed by Sylvia K.
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I'm Juliana, I'm from Colombia and I am a foreign languages teacher with over 4 years of experience as a nanny.
I am looking for short term commitments and occasional babysitting, date nights and overnight care.
I have experience with infants, toddlers and school age children.
I am an active person, responsible, caring but...
5.0
"We hired Juliana as a temporary full-time nanny to bridge the gap between me going back to work (from home) and my 5 month old daughter starting daycare. She was very punctual, professional and kind. With her...
Reviewed by Lauren C.
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Hello! My name is Aileen. I am a college graduate with a bachelors from UIC. I have 6 years of experience working with children from the ages of 6 weeks-14 years of age. I am currently a Spanish teacher at a private school! Prior to that I was a preschool and kindergarten teacher and have been head teacher in a nursery. I am a...
5.0
"We interviewed Aileen for a full time nanny position and loved her. I was ready to make her an offer but was in a bind and needed to hire someone who could start immediately. I really wish I could have made it...
Reviewed by Melissa S.
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*Currently Employed* please no inquiries at this time. Thank you
Hourly rate $20-25hr not $200hr
Hello, my name is Bridget and I am 35 years old.
My experience and achievements include:
*Associates in Child Education
*Credentials in Early Childhood Education
*Child-Protection certification*TB test-passed
*CPR/ AED...
5.0
"I have known Bridget since I was 11 years old and I can honestly say, she is one of the kindest, most honest, dependable and caring people I know. My girls absolutely love her. Your children would be blessed to...
Reviewed by Angie C.
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Hello my name is Rebecca! I am currently a 1st grade teacher at an elementary school. Last year I taught Kindergarten and the previous year, 3rd grade. I have my degree in Elementary Education (Birth-6). I have worked with children from birth-12. I have tons of experience with kids through teaching, and nannying as well as...
5.0
"Rebecca was great with our two boys (21 months and 5 years old). When we came back home, the younger one was happily snuggling with her while my older son was playing. I felt a great sense of relief seeing how...
Reviewed by Stephanie D.
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Hi, my name is Erika and I am currently a Senior at Dominican University. I am majoring in Early Childhood Education. I have cared for 3 families and I currently work Full time as an Infant Teacher at a daycare center.
As much as I love my job, I miss being able to bond with a child & the family. I am also a mom to a 2-year-old...
5.0
"Erika was a wonderful nanny for our one-year-old son! She was patient attentive and kind and we felt very confident in her care. She also started to teach our son Spanish at our request! She was on time and...
Reviewed by Sarah B.
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Hi parents! My name is Annika and I live in Park Ridge! I just graduated college with a major in Elementary Education. I have babysat and nannied for seven years now which led me to be so passionate about my major. I currently work as a 6th grade science teacher in La Grange!
I was looking for an after school nanny position...
5.0
"Annika was amazing! She took care of our 6m and 2 year old daughters during the summer of 2021 and we couldn't have been more pleased with her. Always on time, hard working, compassionate, energetic...I was...
Reviewed by Tracy R.
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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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My name is Michelle. I have been a nanny for over 20 years. I have 2 boys that are now young adults. I love my career as a nanny. I believe I am so much more. A role model, teacher and part of the family. I do lots of activities including arts and crafts, games, music, reading, and learning ABC's and numbers. I also help with...
5.0
"Michelle has watched my older son after school and they have always gotten along very well! I am amazed at her ability to care for several children at a time and yet be able to provide them each with personal...
Reviewed by Irina H.
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Currently, I am a Professional Nanny for twin 2-year-old boys, and I love it! I have been working with children since I was a teenager. I was the neighborhood go to Babysitter.
My experience is as a Nanny, Babysitter, Certified Elementary and Physical Education Teacher, Day Camp Director, Summer School Teacher, and...
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Des Plaines, IL
Paige C.
5.0
Paige was such a joy to work with! She immediately bonded with our daughter and was so loving and caring with her. We hired Paige to watch our daughter for a few months during the pandemic prior to her returning to daycare. She was respectful, kind, and extremely dependable. To this day we still...
- Kathryn S.
Kathryn S.
5.0
Kathryn did a great job babysitting our 4 kids. Our kids had a lot of fun!
- Eli S.
Lisa S.
5.0
Lisa and I were co teachers in an infant classroom. She was very patient, loving, and active with the babies. She was very knowledgeable of infant milestones and DCFS rules and regulations. Lisa was always on time for her shift and worked well with others.
- Care member
Amanda B.
5.0
Amanda is a wonderful addition to our family. The kids had a great time with her. We all look forward to her coming back.
- Addie E.
Fadia G.
5.0
I have absolute confidence in Fadia and so do my husband and son. In fact, if you ask my son who his favorite babysitter is, her name is first to roll off his tongue. In addition to being mature, responsible, resourceful, practical, and having good judgment, Fadia is a loving caregiver. As a result,...
- Teresa B.
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Des Plaines, IL
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Des Plaines, IL?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Des Plaines, IL is $21.59. 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 Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, IL offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, IL.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Des Plaines, IL?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, IL homeschool teachers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Homeschool Teachers in Des Plaines, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed homeschool teachers.