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I have worked as an independent house cleaner on and off for about 2 years and my favorite part of it was leaving spaces better off then I found them. I have been working with kids as a babysitter and nanny for about 6 years and I love it! I am studying to be an elementary school teacher and I love working with kids!
Kat N.
West Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I started working with children when I was 16, starting at an orphan in Port au Prince, Haiti. When I arrived back to the States, I began working at daycares and preschools like Kindercare, Creme De La Creme, and Kids First. I worked with all age groups starting at infant to preschool and all the way up to elementary. As I grew...
Aaliyah S.
West Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I M An Experienced Babysitter Of Many Children All Different Ages I Have Three Younger Brothers
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I have babysat for many families before and I also have 3 little brothers I ve always had to look after. I love babies, I work really well with them. I am all about going outside and playing, reading books, drawing (at the best of my ability) and being very active and fun with children. I had a preschool program in my high...
Sarah H.
Saint Charles, IL
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Retired Montessori Teacher / House Manager / Personal Assistant- Ready To Work Again
5.0
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Hello, My name is Sarah. I have been a Montessori teacher for 15 years. While teaching I was one of the most requested teachers. I am retired now. I just finished nannying two children 11 and 9 the 11 yr old has autism I met the family at Montessori. I was also the Mom's assistant. I did everything possible to make the day...
5.0
"Sarah was lovely over the phone. She is professional and inquisitive. Our job was not full time, and thus did not fit her needs. She would be wonderful for a family in search of a caring professional for...
Reviewed by Heather P.
Barbara Q.
Saint Charles, IL
$20-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Worked 14 years in daycare as a teacher and presently work in special ed kindergarten as a teacher assistant (during school year).
5.0
"Barbara felt like part of the family right away. She is SO warm, loving, amazing with kids, enthusiastic and super punctual. My kids adore her and my heart feels happy knowing she is taking care of things...
Reviewed by Leslie H.
5.0
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I have years of experience in childcare, babysitting on care. com, for my church, and for family friends. I am a masters student at Wheaton College studying to be a school teacher. I can help with light housekeeping, grocery shopping, driving, errands, and pretty much anything you need me to do. I grew up in a family of 6 kids...
5.0
"Ruth has only babysat for my 10, 8, and 5 year old once so far, but we hope to have her back very soon! My daughter already asked "when can Ruthie babysit again? She was one of my FAVORITE babysitters!" She was...
Reviewed by Kelley D.
Lauren F.
Schaumburg, IL
$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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I am very experienced with taking care of kids! I have 4 younger siblings so taking care of children is nothing new to me! Not only that, but I've also had a bunch of babysitting jobs for neighbor kids. I'm studying to be an elementary school teacher so the more practice with children the better!
5.0
"Lauren watched our 5 month old for 7 weeks. Normally I work from home and don't need a sitter but this work assignment required I work in office so we hired Lauren. She sill watches our now 7 month old for date...
Reviewed by Kristen G.
5.0
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I have been a private tutor for the past 9 years! I have tutored all ages and enjoy seeing children learn. I have earned my BA in Psychology with my focus being on child and adolescent development and learning styles at North Central College, and have completed my music minor and a focus in business. As a result I know how to...
5.0
"She is very passionate and upbeat! She places value in progress over the focus on a grade- which for us was the perfect fit! She worked well with my 15 yo brother who is in outpatient and has special...
Reviewed by Brooklyn S.
Jessica A.
Carol Stream, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
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Hello! My name is Jessica and I am an elementary school teacher. I graduated from Illinois State University in 2015 with a major in elementary education minors in sociology, urban studies, and children studies! I also just completed my masters in curriculum and instruction. I have tons of experience with kids of all ages. I...
5.0
"Jessica took care of our twin infants starting when they were 6 months. She was great with them and also had a good system for keeping track of all of their activity throughout the day so she could report back...
Reviewed by Pamela A.
Angelina S.
Carol Stream, IL
$15-19/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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I work at High School as a special education teachers assistant! , I am looking for a summer job! ! I am looking to work during the days of mon-fri. I am CPR certified, have a clean driving record & am great with kids of all ages! Baby sitter available.
5.0
"Angelina is my niece. My daughter (her cousin) has Down Syndrome and Angelina is amazing with her. Ma is always excited and happy when Angelina takes her out to do stuff. Angelina is patient, caring and loving...
Reviewed by Maria V.
Julie C.
Bartlett, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Children are my passion! My experience includes working in education for 30 years , ages newborn-10 years of age. I was a Girl Scout leader for 6 years. I've raised a daughter who is now grown. I consider myself a positive role model. I find it rewarding to help, teach, and shape children's minds through learning, caring,...
5.0
"We interviewed Julieann for a part-time nanny position and she was on time, very professional with resume and references in hand, and very friendly. She has wonderful experience with children and would be great...
Reviewed by Lauren G.
5.0
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I have provided childcare for 8 different local families from our community, and worked with children ages six to 12 in a socio-cultural children, youth, and event center in Germany. I am a Gold Award Girl Scout, and I am currently studying to become a Teacher. My babysitting experience includes working with young infants to...
5.0
"Alexandria did a great job with the kids! She arrived on time and came prepared with activities for the day. The kids really enjoyed baking cookies and playing board games with her. Would definitely...
Reviewed by Karyn H.
5.0
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Based on my previous years as a classroom teacher for grades 3 & 4, and my substitute experience, I am available for tutoring students from grades K - 8th grade. My specialties are reading, language arts, and math. I can create a program tailored to your student's needs and am happy to work with your child's educational team to...
5.0
"Mary was an absolute blessing to our family! She tutored our son 3x/week and created lesson plans and really fun, engaging activities for him. We've really enjoyed working with her - she's very kind and has a...
Reviewed by Caroline K.
Karen H.
Hanover Park, IL
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello!
I am a recent college high honors graduate who is pursuing her bachelor's degree in social work. I enjoy English, writing, history, math, and Spanish (I am bilingual). I used to volunteer at my high school for their writing workshops, meant to help my peers with essays.
5.0
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I have cared for newborns for 9 years from various ethnic and social backgrounds. I have held an Infant Assistant Teacher's position and moved into being a nanny in 2016. I am proficient in caring with infants at different developmental stages, as well as helping them to reach the next stage in their development. I am currently...
5.0
"Kiya has been watching our younger daughter from 6m-2years and has been an absolutely godsend to our family! She has helped us transition from me returning to work through preparing to send our daughter to full...
Reviewed by Sarah S.
5.0
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Hi my name is Hannah and I have a passion for teaching and caring for children! I have a BA from Lipscomb University and I am a licensed teacher in Elementary Education (K-5), with endorsements in Early Childhood (Birth-3) and Teaching English as a Second Language. I have taught Kindergarten since August of 2021, and am...
5.0
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am a wife and mother of 2 children who has lived in the tri-cities for 27 years. I have worked as an outdoor education and science teacher for 10 years at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in Batavia, IL. During this time period I have helped many students from preschool to High School learn about the outdoor World of nature...
5.0
"Muriel was very caring and attentive "
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5.0
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Spanish/Speech/Reading/Writing
English/Reading/Writing
Math
I am a junior in college and just finished a semester studying in Barcelona. I am eager to share my love for the language and culture. I am also proficient in English reading and writing, along with math.
5.0
"She is absolutely amazing!! My son loves her and she is helping him so much. We are so grateful for her!!"
Reviewed by Lisa K.
5.0
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Responsible and affectionate with experience and references in the care of children. I own car I do not smoke. Speak Spanish my experience as a bilingual pre-school teacher assistant
5.0
"Shirley was wonderful with our son! She always went above and beyond to help us out and was very accommodating with our sometimes unpredictable schedules. We only stopped booking her regularly after we decided...
Reviewed by Alex G.
4.9
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Hi my name is Starla. I'm a Mom, mentor, teacher, Chef, and so much more. I begin caring for children at a very young age. I've worked with babies, toddlers, elementary ages kids, teenagers, I also have experience working with special needs kids. I provided childcare from home and nannied for several families. I'm fun, loving,...
5.0
"Starla cared for my two kids during our nanny's vacation for three weeks. They absolutely loved her! She was a loving and caring Nanny! Starla is a chef and her baking was impressive, very delicious!! Her...
Reviewed by Leira M.
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in West Chicago, IL
Sarah H.
5.0
Sarah was lovely over the phone. She is professional and inquisitive. Our job was not full time, and thus did not fit her needs. She would be wonderful for a family in search of a caring professional for their children.
- Heather P.
Barbara Q.
5.0
Barbara felt like part of the family right away. She is SO warm, loving, amazing with kids, enthusiastic and super punctual. My kids adore her and my heart feels happy knowing she is taking care of things while I am away. I hope she can remain our babysitter for many years!!!
- Leslie H.
Ruth H.
5.0
Ruth was my daughter's nanny. she was fantastic. only reason she stopped was she went away for school.
we miss you! Ruth, Hope you come back
- Dimitri K.
Lauren F.
5.0
Lauren watched our 5 month old for 7 weeks. Normally I work from home and don't need a sitter but this work assignment required I work in office so we hired Lauren. She sill watches our now 7 month old for date nights or days I have appointments. Lauren is always on time and is always flexible when...
- Kristen G.
Elisabeth R.
5.0
She is very passionate and upbeat! She places value in progress over the focus on a grade- which for us was the perfect fit! She worked well with my 15 yo brother who is in outpatient and has special circumstances. She is understanding and very knowledgeable! I would recommend her to anyone and so...
- Brooklyn S.
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in West Chicago, IL
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in West Chicago, IL?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in West Chicago, IL is $22.00. 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 West Chicago, 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 West Chicago, 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 West Chicago, IL offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in West Chicago, 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 West Chicago, 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 West Chicago, IL.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in West Chicago, IL?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in West Chicago, 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.