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60 homeschool teachers are listed in Western Springs, IL
The average rate is $25/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby homeschool teachers is 6 years
Homeschool teachers in Western Springs, IL
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I am a certified substitute teacher in Illinois (Riverside Brookfield High School). I have just under 2 years of experience babysitting children ages 3 and under. I would be a great fit for children ages 7 and up, as I can help navigate technology and remote-learning assignments. I have led theatre camps for teenagers at...
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"We hired Mike during the middle of the pandemic to help with remote learning for my first grader and watching my 4yo. Mike also took on some housekeeping and pet care responsibilities. He is very patient...
Reviewed by Andrea N.
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As a teacher, I have worked with children from preschool to middle school age. I have also tutored children from kindergarten to middle school age. While teaching a variety of subjects, I have written my own lesson plan and have written curriculum.
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I am certified K-6 grade teacher and special education teacher K-22. I am currently a teacher at Acacia Academy in LaGrange Highlands. I have 4 of my own children - 3 in college and 1 in high school. I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Special Education and Math. I have been teacher online since last March and so I...
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Hello! I'm Jiho, and I have three years of valuable teaching experience as a teaching assistant in general chemistry, physics, and math courses. I have been privately tutoring children in middle school, high school, and university since graduating college in May 2023; therefore, I am very familiar with the school system here in...
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Teaching Certification - K through 12 Day Care/Preschool Experience. Substitute Teacher, mainly early elementary. Taught full time at both Kindergarten and Second Grade Levels. Mother of 3 Grown Children, Grandmother of 3 preschool Grandchildren. Currently part-time Nanny. Assisted my own aging parents.
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Hi! My name is Ali and I am a 22-year-old soon-to-be college graduate. I LOVE kids and have more than 12 years of babysitting experience, have worked as a camp counselor for the last 4 summers, and have experience tutoring and teaching through my teacher education program. To help you and your family, I'm more than happy to...
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Hello, my name is Stephanie. I am a Nursing student passionate about a career in Midwifery. I love working with children and anyone in need of personalized and compassionate care. I have been a dance teacher (ages 4-18) for four years as well as a Resident Care Associate at an Assisted Living facility for seniors since 2019. My...
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"Stephanie was awesome! She cared for our toddler son while we had a gap in daycare coverage. She was incredibly kind and patient with him and he really enjoyed having her come. She was very professional and I...
Reviewed by Austin M.
Kayla L.
Chicago, IL
$25-46/hr • 8 yrs exp
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I love being a nanny to see them grow up and take everything that I have taught them and put them into their lives. I enjoy seeing them smile. And I love making that connection, that bond with them. As a nanny or a babysitter or a teacher I think that it is extremely important to make sure that every child knows that they are...
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"Kayla is a very dedicated person. She will go beyond her work expectations. Very hard worker and is always willing to learn. "
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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...
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"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 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,...
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"We were so lucky to be able to bring Starla into the lives of our 2 little ones. They were immediately drawn to her which was all we needed to see to know it was a good fit. Our regular nanny was unexpectedly...
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Hello! I am a high school teacher looking for a summer job while I am working on getting my masters! I am 26 and have lots of experience caring for children of all ages. I have 2 nieces who are 2 years old and 5 months old that I love spending time with. I have cared for children ages 3 months - 12 years old and I could argue...
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"Shelby nannied for us for two months before we no longer needed care. She was great with communication and our kiddos enjoyed their time with her!"
Reviewed by Shannon F.
Alex T.
Elmhurst, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Child Caregiver With AGS Degree And Early Childhood Classes And Assistant Teacher Certification
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I am interested in caring for infants, toddlers and young children after school or full time. I have experience caring for children from infant to 10 years of age as an after school nanny, and in a childcare center and as a babysitter. I also have experience babysitting and as an ice skating instructor. I also have work with...
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"Alex is wonderful with children. My own kids beg her to read and play, which she does at length with a smile on her face."
Reviewed by Lisa S.
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Hi My name is Katrina I am a British mom of 2 school aged children.
I am a preschool teacher and Nanny for 20 plus years with wonderful references
Thanks Katrina
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"Katrina is an excellent care giver. We have trusted here with our 3 children over the past 2 years. She drives our son and picks him up from preschool, takes the children to the park, zoo, and pool, and during...
Reviewed by Amy D.
Deborah Z.
Melrose Park, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi! I have 20+ years caring for children. I've taken care of children from newborn to teenager. I've worked as a nanny as well as a second grade teacher and preschool-kindergarten teachers aide. I have my own car and am willing to take kids to sports events, the library, the zoo, wherever they need to go. I can help with...
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"Debbie is an organized, responsible, supportive, and professional individual. She loves kids and takes very good care of them. She is also easygoing and friendly, so she has a good rapport with adults. Debbie...
Reviewed by Amanda Y.
Vivian R.
Hinsdale, IL
$13-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
Current College Student With Lots Of Experience With Children
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I am a recent graduate with an education degree and currently a full time teacher looking for a summer job. I have experience in teaching, babysitting, working at both day camps and overnight camps, being a dean at a boarding academy, and lifeguarding.
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"Vivian was amazing with the kids. She interacted with the kids really well and they were excited to have her come."
Reviewed by Patrick H.
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I am a loving mother of three grown, successful children and a beautiful yellow lab. I am a retired teacher of 32 years from a diverse community in Michigan. I am a very detailed person, have great communication skills and love kids! Some of my talents include but are not limited to arts and crafts, imaginative play, homework...
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"Mary Ann is top notch. She was our nanny during some of the most difficult and trying periods we had as a family—covid years. She was flexible, responsive, responsible, and fun. She often went above and...
Reviewed by Chad M.
Margaret O.
Elmwood Park, IL
$10-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Maggie. I am 25 years old. I have worked as an Assistant Teacher at Little Jewels Learning Center, as a nanny for a family as well as a date night babysitter for local families. I am currently a nanny for a wonderful family but am still available for the occasional date nights you may need!
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"Maggie was a terrific nanny. She was with our family for over a year, before heading to college. She worked for us 4 days a week, extended hours when needed, and was always on time. My kids (1 & 3 when she...
Reviewed by Mary B.
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My name is Belle and I would love to be your babysitter! I am 20 years old and I graduated from high school in three years. After high school I took a gap year which I spent as a full time nanny. I am now going into my junior year of college and majoring in Event Management. I have experience in babysitting, mother's helping,...
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"Belle is a sweet, responsible caregiver. She is very attentive to the children and has lots of energy for walks, games, etc. She is also very responsive to parents' requests and checks in when she has questions...
Reviewed by Sylvia S.
Halee B.
Chicago Ridge, IL
$19-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello, I am a graduate from Eastern Illinois University. I have my bachelors degree in early childhood and special education. I currently am teaching my third year of early childhood special education. I have experience at a daycare and summer schools with children from newborns to teens. I also...
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"We hired Halee when the COVID-19 pandemic hit and she has been with us for about 3 months now. She has been wonderful to our 10 month old daughter. Our daughter lights up in the morning and is all smiles...
Reviewed by Jill F.
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I am a French and English Tutor. I have been a tutor for a year now and I love what I do because I believe that helping my students improve their reading, writing, speech skills and seeing them succeed is priceless. It's more than a job for me. It's a passion.
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Western Springs, IL
Michael L.
5.0
We hired Mike during the middle of the pandemic to help with remote learning for my first grader and watching my 4yo. Mike also took on some housekeeping and pet care responsibilities. He is very patient and creative with the children in helping with the remote learning and extra project either...
- Andrea N.
Stephanie D.
5.0
Stephanie was awesome! She cared for our toddler son while we had a gap in daycare coverage. She was incredibly kind and patient with him and he really enjoyed having her come. She was very professional and I would highly recommend her to others!
- Austin M.
Kayla L.
5.0
I worked closely with Ms. L. and she has been one of the most kind people I have had the pleasure of working with. From the moment she started she has always been quick on her feet and was always taking initiative on how to better the class as she always put the kids needs and wants first. She...
- Care member
Erika B.
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 very responsible!
- Sarah B.
Starla B.
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 reliability is evident as she was always punctual. The kids enjoyed baking, crafting, learning...
- Leira M.
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Western Springs, IL
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Western Springs, IL?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Western Springs, IL is $25.83. 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 Western Springs, 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 Western Springs, 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 Western Springs, IL offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Western Springs, 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 Western Springs, 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 Western Springs, IL.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Western Springs, IL?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Western Springs, 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.