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Hi future scholars and parents. My name is Tameka , and I am so excited to be working with your scholar. I have been a full time educator for 25 years. I am certified to teach English Language Arts (ELA), Reading, Writing, and Social Studies. I am currently a Middle School ELA Teacher. I service scholars in grades 6-8. One of...
Maura S.
Tinley Park, IL
$45-60/hr • 8 yrs exp
Science And Math Tutor-Grade 3 To College Level. Available Weeknights And Weekends.
5.0
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I have always had a passion for teaching and tutoring others. While attending the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy, I tutored elementary and high school aged students in the area and taught science summer classes through Kid's Institute. While in college, I tutored calculus for Ripon College and was the Genetics tutor at...
5.0
"Maura is awesome! Beside being very intelligent, she is responsible, available and really good at what she does. Maura has tutored my daughter for about 1 1/2 years. Last year she helped my daughter go from C's...
Reviewed by Eva L.
5.0
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I am a special education teacher. I have taught in every setting (elementary, junior high, and now high school). I have worked with children for more than 10 years, either in a baby sitter capacity to daycare worker, summer nanny. I am available for babysitting and tutoring. I can prepare meals and do light house keeping. My...
5.0
"Amy had been caring for my kids before and after school. Even after one week working with my son, his grades have improved and he is more engaged. She has been wonderful!"
Reviewed by Lucy B.
5.0
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I recently stopped doing clinic work but would like to continue providing care a couple days a week. I'm available as a backup or special event sitter, as well as, part time two to three days per week.
I'm an Occupational Therapy Assistant with experience working with newborn children all the way to 100 years old. In addition,...
5.0
"Shannon has been a part of my family for 15 years. She is an amazing person and incredibly trustworthy. I would recommend her to anyone to serve your family."
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
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Hello, my name is Willa.
I have many years of experience w/ children. I am a retired LPN, and CPR certified through the Red Cross. As a nurse, I worked as a home health care nurse working with mentally and physically challenged children.
Previous to this, I worked w/in the Speed School dist. in different locations as a...
5.0
"She was lovely from the moment she came in. My son loved her, and Willa was engaged and active during the entire time she was with him. 100% recommend."
Reviewed by Anastasia R.
Heather P.
Tinley Park, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny And Pre-k Teacher Looking For After School Jobs
5.0
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My name is Heather. I am 34 years old. I am currently a teacher at a day care . I've been teaching for 13 years in a Pre-k classroom. I live in Tinley Park . A little bit of my history: Before I started teaching I nannied for 3 years for an autistic boy and his brother , at the time I also took care of my 2 younger brothers in...
5.0
"Heather was very easy to communicate with. She was punctual to her interview. She had no hesitation in agreeing to background checks. She was kind and easy to talk to and was happy to answer all of my...
Reviewed by Jillian L.
5.0
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My name is Amber, and I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, and am going on my 5th year of teaching Special Education. I have experience with all ages, birth through high school, and have worked full time nanny jobs, as well as part time jobs picking children up, overnights, and much more!
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"We found Amber through Care to help us out when our Nanny was on vacation. Amber was amazing with my 1 and 3 yr old sons. I was very anxious about having a stranger with the kids while I was gone all day but...
Reviewed by Alejandra R.
5.0
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I am a 2nd grade bilingual elementary teacher. My experience goes beyond babysitting. I have had to take care of 20 kids at a time, while also teaching. Therefore, I believe my experience in my classroom will carry on in any babysitting role. I am able to be fun and adventurous with kids but I am also able to teach them and...
5.0
"Very professional, you can tell that Dalia is very passionate and caring when working with children. It was great that she was also an educator and my kids loved learning from her. No family could go wrong with...
Reviewed by Juan C.
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Hi! I was a full time junior high science teacher until 2018 (16 years).
Now I tutor all subjects in elementary, but I specialize in science for jr high students. I also teach science online.
Most often I am hired to work with students who have trouble focusing (ADHD or undiagnosed ADHD) or they need help in reading...
5.0
"I worked with Eileen as a teacher and she was awesome! Very dedicated, and has a love for learning and teaching. She would go above and beyond to make lessons exciting for students and would constantly...
Reviewed by Olga V.
Taylor T.
Munster, IN
$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! I am a young and fun kindergarten teacher that loves being around children. I am reliable, on time, energetic, and dependable! I have always loved being around children and decided very early on that I wanted to spend my life teaching and making an impact on future generations. I am able to care for kiddos, make meals,...
5.0
"Taylor is the ideal sitter! She has so much energy! She is punctual, responds to texts fast, loves kids and spent an entire evening doing projects with my two toddlers. She is very professional, kind and she...
Reviewed by Jen S.
5.0
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Hi everyone!
My name is Samantha, I am 23 years old and I work as a SPED teacher in a self-contained 7th & 8th grade classroom. I truly love and enjoy teaching kids and spending time with them!
I am available for afternoons Monday-Friday and all day on holidays when my school is not in session (likely very close with your kids...
5.0
"She was super helpful. If I told her to be here at 2:30 she was outside by 2:15. She had my oldest (now 3) from when he was 6 months until 34 months. However she is a student at a University and our schedules...
Reviewed by Jacquy N.
Mya M.
Harvey, IL
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, my name is Mya!
I'm currently 20 years old and love to be around children. My previous jobs are a swim instructor for children aging 4 months to 12 years and a behavioral technician. I'm experienced with toilet training and diaper changing! I currently work as a lead teacher for toddlers aging 2-3 years old. I've also...
5.0
"Mya is a great babysitter! My children just simply love her. She is a big kid at heart which makes my children feel like they have a playmate instead of a babysitter. I would recommend her and will hire her...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
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Hello! My name is Taryn and I am a 28-year-old high school English teacher. I received my Bachelor's degree in education from Illinois State University, and currently working towards my Master's degree. I have spent my entire life around kids (I have three younger siblings!) and have been babysitting since age 13. I have been a...
5.0
"Taryn was an excellent babysitter for our three children. She was punctual, creative, kind and warm towards our kids. She was always ready to take them on their next adventure whether that be to the pool, the...
Reviewed by Alice M.
5.0
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I have 12 years of experience teaching in both public and private schools and homeschooling. I have taught K, 1st, 3rd, and 4th grades as a classroom teacher and taught 1 year K-5 art. I am a nurturing teacher who thinks social/emotional learning is just as important as academic learning. I love to incorporate art, music, and...
5.0
"Aimee was a joy to have teach my then 1st grader last year. I was very hesitant to send my daughter back to school due to Covid. So I ultimately made the decision to keep her home, but knew I would have to...
Reviewed by Bridgette K.
5.0
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First, I would like to thank you for viewing my profile. I am pleased to tell you that I am a personable and reliable nanny with 10+ years' progressive experience in providing child care and early childhood development. I worked as a Lead Teacher with all age groups at a daycare for 4 years all whilst nannying for multiple...
5.0
"She's very dependable and loves children. She is fun to be around and always find the bright side of a situation. She is trustworthy and very outgoing. "
Reviewed by Hannah H.
5.0
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I love children. This is what I am going to school to pursue. I have worked with children for many years. I was a teachers' aide two years with the preschool at my high school. I teach Sunday school at my church to an age group of 2 to 6. I have a cousin who is special needs and I often babysit him. I love children and enjoy...
5.0
"My daughter loved her. Jasmine responded quick & answered every question I had. She also sent pictures, when asked with no problem. Will be hiring again ."
Reviewed by Edriana D.
5.0
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Hello! I am passionate about child development. My dream is to be a preschool teacher, but for now, I'd be thrilled to support your child's learning and growth, guiding them to meet every milestone. I've been a professional nanny for 4 years and have watched family/friends children for 8.
I have had the privilege of working...
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"Lexi is an amazing nanny! She watched our son for 8 months. She started with us when he was 4 months and has become a part of our family. She is reliable, patient and great at communication. She would always...
Reviewed by Dolly B.
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Hello!
My name is Kristin and I recently graduated from UIC. I was an assistant teacher at a daycare center and preschool for 5 years. I have also nannied many years for families with children from 6 weeks to 12 years old.
Shauna S.
Tinley Park, IL
$14-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hello I am a teacher looking for a babysitting job. I am free Monday through Friday. I am looking for a part time position.
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I have had various experience in childcare as a teacher, a nanny, a camp counselor, and an environmental educator. I love coming up with fun and creative activities to do with children. I love the outdoors and enjoy teaching kids about how cool nature is. I graduated in December '22 with an Elementary Education and Language Arts...
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Olympia Fields, IL
Maura S.
5.0
Maura is awesome! Beside being very intelligent, she is responsible, available and really good at what she does. Maura has tutored my daughter for about 1 1/2 years. Last year she helped my daughter go from C's and D's in pre-calc to A's! This school year she has helped her get an A in Calculus (1st...
- Eva L.
Amy L.
5.0
Amy had been caring for my kids before and after school. Even after one week working with my son, his grades have improved and he is more engaged. She has been wonderful!
- Lucy B.
Shannon H.
5.0
Shannon has been a part of my family for 15 years. She is an amazing person and incredibly trustworthy. I would recommend her to anyone to serve your family.
- Care member
Willa H.
5.0
She was lovely from the moment she came in. My son loved her, and Willa was engaged and active during the entire time she was with him. 100% recommend.
- Anastasia R.
Heather P.
5.0
Heather was very easy to communicate with. She was punctual to her interview. She had no hesitation in agreeing to background checks. She was kind and easy to talk to and was happy to answer all of my questions. Great interview.
- Jillian L.
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Olympia Fields, IL
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Olympia Fields, IL?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Olympia Fields, IL is $19.00. 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 Olympia Fields, 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 Olympia Fields, 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 Olympia Fields, IL offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Olympia Fields, 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 Olympia Fields, 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 Olympia Fields, IL.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Olympia Fields, IL?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Olympia Fields, 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.