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60 homeschool teachers are listed in Prospect Heights, IL
The average rate is $18/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby homeschool teachers is 4 years
Homeschool teachers in Prospect Heights, IL
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I am an experienced Elementary School Teacher originally from Moscow, Russia. 27 years ago I moved to the USA, and began working as a Teacher in Early Child Care Facilities. I also have experience as a Nanny and as a Babysitter with references on file. I speak English and Russian. I enjoy educate children through playing...
5.0
"Sasha has been our wonderful nanny for the past two years. She has become part of our family, we no longer need full time child care and I would love for Sasha to find a loving family. She loves my children...
Reviewed by Michelle O.
5.0
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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 is an awesome babysitter! She watched my boys (8 y/o, 11 y/o). The boys loved how sporty she is and how she always had active things for them to do outside. She's super high energy and very creative....
Reviewed by Michelle F.
Nayara P.
Schaumburg, IL
$15-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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Hello!! My name is Nayara, but everybody calls me Nay (it's easier to pronounce). I'm from Brazil and I have been in the US since 2019. I have been working with kids since I was 15 years old. Including volunteer work at church and babysitting cousins, I have worked as an assistant teacher at a pre-school for about 3 years and...
5.0
"Nay did a great job with our three kids (11 year old twins and a 14 year old). The boys kind of keep to themselves usually, and she let them have the space they needed, but she did a bunch of activities with...
Reviewed by Leanne B.
5.0
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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
"We hired Jennifer to help take care of our mom shortly after her surgery in May/June 2023. We needed someone to help get her to appointments, get her moving to exercise her recently operated on knee, and be...
Reviewed by Lisa 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 was amazing with both of our kiddos. We had her for two summers and would have loved to have her year round! She was incredibly attentive and engaged them in all activities they were interested in. Her...
Reviewed by Care member
Cary W.
Vernon Hills, IL
$30-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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- Provided face-to-face, 1:1, high dosage tutoring in phonics, sight word acquisition, fluency, & reading comprehension at Forrestal Elementary & A. J. Katzenmaier schools in North Chicago.
- Provided initial placement & benchmark assessments during the school year.
- Developed a targeted approach of delivering 1:1 conferencing...
5.0
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There are those that love children. Especially the little ones. Often they want to hold , cuddle, baby talk and give smiles to them. It is hard not to smile at a little one. Then, there are those that not only love children, but respect them. Regardless of their age, all children have a certain individuality that deserves to be...
5.0
"We initially met Anna through mutual friends and they boasted on how well she was with kids. Once in a while we would need someone to care for our daughter and Anna always came through. We were told she has...
Reviewed by Rhonda C.
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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.
Amy L.
Lake Forest, IL
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Tutoring For Children K-6, Certified Teacher With Experience
5.0
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I am a certified teacher of K-8th grades who has taken time off to raise my own children. I have taught 4th, 2nd, and 1st grades and having training in behavior therapy. I am available during after school and early evening hours and have reasonable rates.
5.0
"Amy is an amazing tutor. My daughters loved her."
Reviewed by Laila H.
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
5.0
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I have worked as a private tutor for students looking to improve academically, develop an interest in learning, and explore new and exciting subjects for four years. I have experience tutoring in all courses from elementary to AP/college level, with a specialization in STEM courses. I have two degrees: a Bachelor's in Science in...
5.0
"Hailee has done a wonderful job tutoring my three boys, and we would welcome her back in a heartbeat. They are all showing great improvement in Math and English! She also taught my youngest two about human...
Reviewed by Care member
Lauren G.
Highwood, IL
$27-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Art, Math, Social Studies, and Language Arts Educator.
5.0
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For the past 7 years I have been working with families in the North Shore as a Nanny/House Manager/Family Assistant and Professional Tutor. My experience includes 20 years as a classroom teacher where I taught math, art, English, language arts and a drama/music class to 7th grade students. Over the course of my life I have...
5.0
"Truly Mary Poppins in all ways: nurturing, former teacher who's sensitive to the needs of everyone including the parents! Amazing person. Integrity, honesty and loyalty like I've never seen in a person."
Reviewed by Nancy R.
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Hello, my name is Justyna. I have 22 years of experience as a nanny and teacher.
I truly enjoy being outdoors with the kids. In case of a bad weather, we'll get creative and curious! I will read a lot of books to your little ones and prioritize sensory playtime. With your pre and school age kiddos I would play board games,...
5.0
"Justyna is a great nanny..She is patient, great communicator and loves beeing with kids."
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5.0
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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
"Bridget is very caring and kind and works so well with children ! Her kindness and dedication with children shines through ! I highly recommend her ! "
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5.0
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I have 14 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I am the mother of two children of 4 years and 9 years . I am a comprehensive preschool and elementary teacher and also have a master's degree. I speak very little English and I really want to be able to help at home. I really enjoy working with babies and...
5.0
"Ninoska was an amazing nanny to my infant son! After just a few days, my son began to recognize her and would smile as soon as she walked through the door. She planned daily activities for him and worked with...
Reviewed by Tatiana V.
Natalie K.
Des Plaines, IL
$42/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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My name is Natalie , I'm 57 years old . I have teaching degree and over 20 years of experience working at a education center as an infant room teacher . I'm CPR/First Aid certified . I have a clean driving record and background . I'm friendly , supportive, and good at multitasking . I love working with children , and especially...
5.0
"Natalie was an absolutely wonderful nanny to my 3-month-old son. As a first-time mom, I was so nervous looking for a nanny, but as soon as I interviewed Natalie I felt at ease. From the first minute I talked...
Reviewed by Alex B.
Estefanny J.
Palatine, IL
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.7
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Hi everyone! I am currently looking for a part/full time position with a family. I currently have a part time job as a lab technician. I have a lot of experience working with children. I have worked with multiple families that I met here on care. com. I handled meals, transportation, play dates, homework help, etc. I have worked...
5.0
"Steph has been working for us since Jan 2017. She's been a great addition to our family and the kids really like her. She's reliable and gets the job done. Unfortunately her fall school schedule and our...
Reviewed by Heather H.
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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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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
"Nita has worked for us for the past 3 years and has been a wonderful addition to our family. She is honest, reliable and truly cares for our three children. Any family would be lucky to have her! "
Reviewed by Maureen R.
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I'm a mother of 4 ages 12-17, including twins. I've worked with kids over 25 years as a youth pastor, teacher and caregiver.
I'm working with a family of 3 children ages 3-5yrs through August 2024. I'm interested in finding my next long term family.
5.0
"The best praise I can give Stephanie is that I would trust her with my grandchildren. I wish I could give more than 5 stars. "
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Prospect Heights, IL
Alexandra K.
5.0
Sasha responded quickly and communicated consistently ahead of the day. The kids liked her right away, and she kept them active all day. Highly recommend
- Care member
Annika S.
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 never worried about our little ones when she was around. You could tell she truly cared...
- Tracy R.
Nayara P.
5.0
Great with kids. A real natural from the moment she walked in. Thank you!
- Jonathan U.
Jennifer M.
5.0
Gives great detail on how the day went and did well with my young toddler who cries pretty hard at goodbyes.
- Jessica C.
Elise C.
5.0
Elise was amazing with both of our kiddos. We had her for two summers and would have loved to have her year round! She was incredibly attentive and engaged them in all activities they were interested in. Her focus was always on the kids and they would run to the door to greet her. In fact, they were...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Prospect Heights, IL
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Prospect Heights, IL?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Prospect Heights, IL is $18.33. 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 Prospect Heights, 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 Prospect Heights, 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 Prospect Heights, IL offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Prospect Heights, 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 Prospect Heights, 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 Prospect Heights, IL.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Prospect Heights, IL?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Prospect Heights, 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.