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Claudia C.

Tutor

Algonquin, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
I am certified by ISBE (Illinois State Board of Education) and hold an Illinois Educator Identification Number (IEIN) as a Bilingual Paraprofessional. I have 6 years of experience teaching students from k-8 grade. I speak 3 languages and have experience with in-person and online classes.
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Lisa S.

Profile For Lisa S., Nanny and Early Childhood Educator

Algonquin, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
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I have taught early childhood classes through my own business, Kindermusik by Lisa. I have experience guiding early childhood educational activities for children newborn (with parents) and also babies, toddlers and school-age children (without parent present). I also have many years watching children at my home and their home,...
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Monickanty Tell S.

Algonquin, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
I was born and raised in West Africa, my first language is French, and graduated with a degree in cosmetology in Paris, France. I have 2 kids, and became a nanny due to my love for children; I have been a nanny for 20 years. I have extensive experience caring for newborns, infants, and toddlers. I am a responsible, reliable and...
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Sage H.

Here's Some Things About Me!

Algonquin, IL

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I'd describe my personality as creative, fun, and caring. I like working with kids because they are very funny and creative little people, I love learning about them and I try to see the world through their viewpoint. I'm looking for a job that allows me to express my creative side and make relationships with families that...
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Jeri R.

Cary, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
For eight years, I taught special education (learning disabilities) in the public schools. Since my first son was born, I've been a stay-at-home mom. For the past 24 years, I've been homeschooling my kids. During those years, I also taught preschool at our co-op, Now that I only have a senior at home, I really miss caring...

Jeff B. says "I would highly recommend Jeri. My 7 year old son absolutely adored her. "

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Cheri A.

Huntley, IL

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
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Hello, I love being a Nanny and being a positive role model to children of all ages. Children are always encouraged to be creative, self thinkers, silly, helpful, caring and well mannered by me as their Nanny. Babies are constantly nurtured by me with a soft kind voice, gentle caring touch, playful demeanor, and knowledge to...

Nicole T. says "We are so happy to have found Cheri to care for our son. Cheri started with us when our son was about 4 months old and she stayed with us until he started...

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Robin F.

Stay At Home Mom Wants To Help With E-learning/child Care

Lake in the Hills, IL

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
I've been a stay at home Mom/Licensed Massage Therapist for 25 + years. My oldest child is 30, and my youngest just graduated high school, and turned 18. I am looking for part time caregiver position. I have worked with elderly care, handicapped, disabled, learning disabled, ADHD, special needs, of teenagers to senior citizens....

Care Member says "She is an amazing caregiver. Her patience and compassion is awesome. She goes above and beyond. I so appreciate her. "

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Jen B.

Crystal Lake, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I was a teacher for five years before pursuing my masters degree in social work. I currently am working as a child/adolescent therapist. I love to read, write, swim, dance, and travel. I am fully vaccinated and am happy to help with child care, tutoring, and any house hold chores. I am only able to take weekend jobs (Friday 7...

Kara C. says "Wonderful! Will definitely be using her again in the future. Was warm, caring, and compassionate with my young kids."

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Juliette W.

Experienced Nanny

Elgin, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
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Hello hello! My name is Juliette, and I have been working in education for 2 years as a high school English teacher and as a tutor for 4 years. I teach a wide variety of English learning skills both in the classroom and as a tutor. Some of these skills include: reading, composition, literature, grammar, and AP class prep. I'd...
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Shannon S.

Barrington, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
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Hi!! I am a fun loving, hands on, energetic sitter who loves to do crafts, go on walks, read books, help with homework, as well as play board and card games with the kids. Whatever I can do to keep them busy and entertained. I love planning and organizing activities that are fun as well as educational so the kids can learn while...
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Hannah P.

Bright, Fun, Studious & Imaginative Caregiver

Elgin, IL

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
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I have degrees in English and German from the University of North Texas and a Master of Divinity from Garrett Seminary in Evanston. I have experience as a babysitter, short-term nanny, tutor, day camp counselor, college admissions worker, swim instructor, and youth minister. I love to read, write, craft, bake, learn, spend time...
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Katie M.

Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
I like working with kids because I love to help them learn and grow!!! I started working with kids when I was about 12 years old. I now work as a preschool teacher for 3 years and counting! I have experience with children of all ages, as well as children with special needs. In my spare time, I like to read, write, color,...
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Rosemary C.

Caregiver

Elgin, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
I am a mother of 3 grown boys. Previously worked as a teaching assistant for 9 yrs. I like working and teaching young children. I am very nurturing and caring.! I like art, crafting and reading with children. I also have a lot of compassion for seniors. I can provide care, meal making, doctors appt. companionship.
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Mary J.

Fox River Grove, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
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I have 28+ years of work experience with young children. I started working in a child care center when I was 16 years old. I then followed my passion for children as I received my college degree in Early Childhood Administration, with certification in Infant and Toddler programming, and Preschool Education. I have been a lead...
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Julieann S.

Take Flight Dyslexia Therapist In Training, Multisensory Reading And Math Tutor

Elgin, IL

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$45/hr
10 years experience
I am a Dyslexia Therapist in Training with Scottish Rite's Take Flight program. It is a comprehensive 2 year program. It is a Tier III intervention for students with Dyslexia. I tutor inside my home. I have 10+ years experience working with students as a classroom teacher, substitute and tutor. I am a certified Elementary...
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Jacquelyn S.

Reliable, Organized, And Caring Nanny | Dedicated To Helping Families Thrive!

Barrington, IL

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Jacquelyn, and I'm a recent graduate of Indiana University's Kelley School of Business with a degree in Marketing. I have always loved spending time with kids and creating fun, safe, and engaging environments for them to learn and play. I would love the opportunity to bring my energy, creativity, and care to your...
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Bailey C.

My Childcare Experience!

Elgin, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as kind, hard-working, and reliable I like working with kids because you can learn so much from them! Whether it's about how to best care for them specifically or what's going on in their little minds, kids can always teach you something! I'm looking for a job that allows me to go to school in the...
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Patricia M.

Dundee, IL

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$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
have hands-on experience caring for children of various ages, from infants to school-aged kids. My responsibilities have included feeding, bathing, diaper changes, preparing healthy meals, helping with homework, and planning fun and educational activities to keep children engaged. I focus on creating a safe, nurturing, and...
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Anu S.

I Love To Work With Kids, I Find It Super Fun And Fulfilling.

Barrington, IL

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I'd describe my personality as humorous, creative, and thoughtful. I like working with kids because it's a lot of fun teaching them and helping them have new experiences. I love the energy kids have and being around them is super entertaining. You never know what to expect. Also I love to have a good teaching moment with kids....
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Elise D.

Carpentersville, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Elise! I am a freshman in college through the Honors Program at Illinois State University studying as an Elementary Education major with a minor in Psychology. I love children and have extended experience through recurring nannying jobs, serving as a camp counselor for VBS, tutoring in reading comprehension,...
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of October 2025

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Algonquin, IL

Reading Tutors in Algonquin, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Jeri R.

I would highly recommend Jeri. My 7 year old son absolutely adored her.

- Jeff B.

Cheri A.

We are so happy to have found Cheri to care for our son. Cheri started with us when our son was about 4 months old and she stayed with us...

- Nicole T.

Robin F.

She is an amazing caregiver. Her patience and compassion is awesome. She goes above and beyond. I so appreciate her.

- Care member

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Algonquin, IL

Hiring a local reading tutor in Algonquin, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $17.50 per hour as of October 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each candidate has, how often you will need them to help your child with reading and the age of your child.

Care.com currently has 4 reading tutors in Algonquin, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Algonquin and compare your options by hourly rate, the experience each reading tutor has and the specific skills they can teach. You can also see reviews from other families in Algonquin that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.

The goal of hiring a reading tutor is to improve your child's grades and vocabulary. Ask questions about the process each tutor uses to get these results from the kids they've worked with in the past. Also ask each reading tutor if they are familiar with some of the goals the schools in Algonquin have. Finally, see how long they are willing to commit to helping your child with their reading tasks. Your child may only need a few tutoring sessions or long-term help with their reading that could require the tutor to stay with them the entire school year.

When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Algonquin, IL, we ask all reading tutors listed on Care.com to complete a background check known as a CareCheck (look for a badge on their profile that shares when they had this background check run). However, to safely hire a reading tutor, we strongly advise you to do your own research by requesting references, interviewing multiple candidates, and running an independent background check.

With the help of Care.com, you can find the best reading tutors for your child. You can find tutors for reading at all levels. From learning how phonics work to improving reading comprehension. Once your child gets older, you may even want to switch to a writing tutor who can help them develop their writing skills alongside their reading comprehension skills.

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