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Ella G.

Caring Female With 6+ Years Of Edicational Experience

Aurora, IL

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$22/hr
Hello! My name is Ella, and I'm a 25-year-old tutor with a strong background in education, a degree in Biology, and a minor in Counseling from Indiana University Bloomington. Throughout my college years, I spent 20 hours a week volunteering at a local elementary school, where I had the opportunity to assist students with their...
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Katie J.

Need A Tutor

Naperville, IL

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Hi, I'm Katie! I'm a passionate and experienced tutor with more than five years of teaching experience. I have a Bachelor's degree in Communication Studies from Monmouth College. I am a keen, hard working, reliable and excellent time keeper. I am a bright and receptive person, able to communicate well with people at all levels....
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Alexis M.

Passionate Science And Math Tutor

Naperville, IL

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$20/hr
Ever since I was a kid, I have always loved school. I participated in peer tutoring in high school and college. At UNC, I majored in biology with a minor in chemistry, so my science background is particularly strong. I believe in helping kids understand the "why" behind the answers to questions so they can learn and apply going...
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Reagan G.

Tutor

Midlothian, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I was an honors student all through high school and now I am a college student. I am very educated in subjects listed, especially dance. I do private lessons for dance and offer help with school.
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Mary F.

Tutor Available In Southwest Suburbs

Tinley Park, IL

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$25/hr
15 years experience
Experienced educator with over 15 years of experience in grades K-8. Multiple Masters degrees in both general and special education. I enjoy working with students at any age and ability level. Willing to work in person or virtually.
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Monica V.

Montgomery, IL

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$21/hr
10 years experience
I have been in education for over 10 years from private schools, co-op schools and homeschool. The subjects I have taught include language arts, mathematics up to Algebra 1 and spanish. I have coached soccer and track. I enjoy teaching and students of all ages.
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Clarissa B.

Experienced Tutor, IL Certified Teacher

La Grange, IL

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$50/hr
8 years experience
Do you need help keeping your children engaged in learning, or do you need a tutor to help them understand a difficult subject? I am an Illinois certified teacher for grades 5-8 and 9-12. In addition I am a current substitute teacher in local public schools grades K-8. I have experience with classroom teaching, individual and...
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Ruby I.

Aurora, IL

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Hi, my name is Ruby, and I'm from Chicago/Suburbs area. I'd describe my personality as fun, outgoing and patient. In my spare time, I like to run, workout or travel.
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Keagan D.

Tutoring

La Grange, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hiring me as a tutor ensures a personalized and effective learning experience tailored to your specific needs. I am dedicated to helping students understand challenging concepts, build confidence, and achieve their academic goals. My approach combines patience, adaptability, and clear communication to create an engaging and...
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Talia J.

Talia

Clarendon Hills, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I'm sophomore at Northwestern University. I love spending time with kids because I have two younger siblings who I adore. I love the bluntness and easygoing nature of kids! I play piano and violin and have experience tutoring and teaching those instruments. I also love math and reading, so I can put those to good use! I'd...
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Xiao W.

Chinese( Mandarin) Tutor / Swimming Coach

Glen Ellyn, IL

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$35/hr
5 years experience
Safe driving, multilingual, child friendly, musical instrument playing, swimming coach, rigorous, non-smoking, non drinking, no criminal record, cooking well, good communication skills. Food handlers certificate Food allergy certificate CPR/First Aid certificate Native Chinese speaker, private Chinese lessons for years;...
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Emma L.

ARAC Tutor

Palos Hills, IL

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My name is Emma, and I am a sophomore in college at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, studying Animal Sciences! I have had a passion for teaching kids and students my whole life! While in high school, I tutored students with dyslexia and dyscalculia from the ages of 13-17 through a program offered through my...
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Suzanne S.

Justice, IL

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$30/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as patient nurturing fun I'm looking for a job that keeps me busy and helps others I started tutoring when I was a child in school! I love traching In my spare time, I like to swim, read and cook One thing you should know about me is. I take my goals very seriously and working with people is my...
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Christine F.

Retired Teacher- Good With Kids, Seniors, And Dogs And Cats

Aurora, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
My family business requires me to travel to Maui once a quarter for quality control; I am looking for a child care, tutoring or senior care position in the off-months while I am home in Aurora. I retired from teaching middle school for 22 years in District 204. I nannied in Naperville for two years, aided a quadriplegic client...
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Nozima B.

Dedicated Tutor In Naperville

Naperville, IL

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Hi there! My name is Nozima and I am located in Naperville. I'm an experienced and versatile tutor with a passion for helping students succeed. With 3 years of tutoring experience under my belt, I've worked with middle and high school students in a variety of subjects. Currently pursuing my bachelor's degree in social work, I...
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Jenna B.

Montgomery, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Hello, I love to teach I'm going into Music Ed in the fall but I have plenty of experience tutoring at the elementary and Jr high level as well, I really do love watching people learn, I hope I can help your child succeed I'd describe my personality as fun, kind and loyal I like tutoring because seeing people learn is...
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Jenny E.

Math And Science Tutor

Darien, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I've been teaching junior high math (including algebra) and science for 15 years. Before this, I worked at Argonne National Lab as a scientist. After the birth of my third daughter, I left Argonne and took a few years off; then fell in love with teaching. I have tutored intermittently with younger kids through high school...
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Margaret G.

Fun, Creative, Patient Swimming Teacher

Hickory Hills, IL

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Hello! I am a very caring, creative, patient, and passionate person and I have approximately 4 years of experience in teaching swim lessons. I have taught children ages 2 through 14 and have loved every moment. I am CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard Certified and continually practice my skills and abilities so that I can keep these...
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Catherine L.

Experienced English Language Tutor Available On Weeknights.

Downers Grove, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
I absolutely love teaching students! It's my joy to enable them to grasp concepts and gain proficiency in their subject areas. I have Tutored students in College (2 years) as well as grade school aged students in Speech, English Language, Science, Social Studies and French Language. I am currently a substitute teacher (3 years)...
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Danuta M.

Private Tutor

La Grange, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have 10 years of experience working as a private tutor and an ABA therapist. I tutor children from elementary school level to high school. I have a Master's Degree in education and a background in psychology. I work full-time as an ABA therapist with kids with autism in La Grange area.
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  • The average post rate is $29.00/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for finding private tutors near you in Lockport, IL

The average hourly cost of a private tutor near you in Lockport, IL is $29.00 as of June, 2025. The actual rate your chosen private tutor charges can vary depending on the subject you require help with and how experienced the tutor is.

To find a private tutor near you in Lockport, IL. You can search Care.com for private tutors by their distance from Lockport and can compare your options by subject expertise, their hourly rate, and how experienced they are. For example, you can narrow your search to a private English tutor, private Spanish tutor, or even to private SAT tutoring services.

The most popular private tutoring services that you can find near you in Lockport, IL are usually for complex subjects such as chemistry, reading, or calculus. On Care.com, you can find private tutors near you who can teach a wide range of subjects for all grade levels, from elementary school to college.

When hiring private tutors for children, parents are rightfully concerned about safety. To help you find a private tutor safely near you in Lockport, IL, we ask all private tutors listed on Care.com to complete a background check known as a CareCheck. You can look for private tutors who have a badge on their profile that indicates they completed this background check. However, to safely hire a private tutor near you in Lockport, IL, we strongly advise you to do your own research by requesting references and running an independent background check.

When interviewing private tutors near you in Lockport, IL, it’s a good idea to ask them questions about how they gained their area of expertise, how they best engage with students, and what their instruction style is. You can also ask them to provide you with references from current or former clients who can attest to their skills.

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