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Emily H.

Reading And Math Tutor

Crystal Lake, IL

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$150/hr
8 years experience
Tutoring Bio As a former middle school special education teacher with 8 years of experience, I am passionate about helping students succeed. I hold a bachelor's degree in Education from Northern Illinois University and a master's degree in Reading Intervention from Concordia University Chicago, equipping me with the skills to...
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Farrell K.

Hello! My Name Is Farrell. I Am 20 Years Old And Here Is A Little Bit About Me!

Dundee, IL

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$15/hr
7 years experience
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, patient, understanding, and detail oriented. I started working with kids about 7 years ago as a babysitter for a sweet family of three adorable kiddos ages ranging from 5 months to 6 years old. I have worked at a sleep-away kids/teen summer camp for 3 summers. Counseling groups of kids,...
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Shannon J.

Homeschool Teacher/special Education Tutor

Elgin, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi1 My name is Shannon. For the past several years I have worked as a nanny and homeschool teacher for a few different children with special needs and learning disabilities. I have recently been layed of due to the covid 19 pandemic. I am hardworking, have a 4 year teaching degree, and love to help children excel and reach their...
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Kelly H.

ESL

Cary, IL

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$10/hr
Hi: I am a college educated Wealth Management Associate with Morgan Stanley and would love to help you speak English. I know proper English and Slang. I am also a fun loving friendly sort of gal that loves helping people. You won't go wrong hiring me! I hope to hear from you soon. Thank you for your time and consideration. Kelly
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Kimberly M.

P/T Elementary Math Tutor

Lake in the Hills, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I have been teaching for the past 15 years. I'm off in the summer and am looking for a part time math tutoring position, or a part time nanny position. I am currently a fourth and fifth grade multiage teacher and teach the accelerated fourth grade math class. I am certified in First Aid, CPR and AED. References available...
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Linda L.

Elementary School Tutor

Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have a college degree in English Education. I have home schooled my five children.
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Nicole E.

Welcome to Nanny Nicole's Profile!

Lake in the Hills, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I've worked as a homework tutor as a nanny for multiple school age children. I love helping them edit papers, solve math problems, checking work and assisting them in the answer, not giving the answer.
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Amy A.

Experienced Educator And Childcare Provider

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have over 20 years of experience teaching and nurturing children. I raised two daughters and taught at the elementary level for 6 years. I ran my own daycare and after school program as well as owned two after school arts programs, taught creative writing and worked as a reading instructor. Children are wonderful! I have had...

Mindy B. says "Amy took care of my one and two year olds and was wonderful. Very reliable and careful. We were sad to see her go!"

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Elisabeth R.

Experienced Tutor/Mature Nanny/Babysitter For Part-Time/Full-Time

Saint Charles, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! Thanks for reading my profile. I have been providing child care for the past 13 years. I am dependable, energetic, fun, responsible, loving, and nurturing. I've loved caring for children since I was young. I have earned my BA in Psychology from North Central College with an emphasis on child development, family dynamics,...

Jackie S. says "Elisabeth has helped us out a few times and she's great! She is punctual, dependable and kind. She keeps you posted and has a way of making you feel comfy...

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Linda M.

Hoffman Estates, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I am a single stay at home mom. I love children ! I am a retired certified teachers assistant. I have assisted in classes from Pre- K to 3rd grade for catholic schools. I also have baby sat for the infants section of our daycare since 2011 , and I have a background check on file with them as well. I love to do all kinds of arts...

Care Member says "Linda was sweet,kind and true professional. She was on time and also provided updates via text"

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Syda Y.

Nanny (Full-Time) That Loves Kids

Hanover Park, IL

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
As a mother of 3 kids and the eldest of 7 siblings, I have over 20 years of child care experience, so being a nanny comes very naturally for me. I believe this experience with infants to teenagers, my tutoring knowledge and arts and crafts background, makes me an excellent nanny. I am a responsible and has experience babysitter...

Rachael J. says "My 6-year-old LOVED staying with Syda. Syda cooked for her each day and played Barbies & Monster High. Syda's family (3 daughters and husband) are very...

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Irma M.

Bilingual Nanny/ Spanish Teacher

Hampshire, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I am a teacher with more than 10 years of experience teaching and taking care of children from 0-12 years of age. My experience involves founding and running a kids learning center at a church in Venezuela. I have extensive experience orienting children in middle school, and I am fluent and fully literate in Spanish. I am also...

Care Member says "I have worked with Irma for two years now and I can’t imagine my life without her. We hired Irma to watch our son, Misha, who was about 9 months old at...

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Caitlin N.

Loving Sitter With Early Childhood M.Ed. Available

Wauconda, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello parents! I have spent 20+ years caring for children (newborns-12 years old) and am currently an elementary education teacher (kindergarten through second grade) with master's degrees in reading and curriculum design. I spend the majority of my day with young children and am also bilingual (English and Spanish speaking)....

Care Member says "Caitlin did a great job for us - would recommend her again"

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Ariona L.

Part-Time Caregiver And Babysitter

Saint Charles, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hey! My name is Ariona, I am 30 years old and the mother to a beautiful 5 yo daughter who is growing way too fast. As a mother myself, I know how hard it can be to juggle caring for your child or children, working, and making sure your home is neat and tidy- especially during this pandemic. I am here to help with...

Joe M. says "Ariona is my wife and I am beyond blessed to have her as the mother of my daughter. Usually parents will bicker about how one parent does their parenting but...

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Kristie W.

Nanny

Elk Grove Village, IL

4.1(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
I come to you with over 30 years of experience caring for newborns, toddlers and young children. Worked for eight different families. Experience with multiples and of different ages. I worked in a child care center for 16 years in the infant room (6 weeks to 15 months) and with per school age 3-5 years, too. I am certified in...

Kate G. says "Kristie watched our son from 3 months - 8 months old. She was attentive, caring, and dependable. She was very flexible, and was willing to help when one...

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Margaret D.

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi My name is Margaret and I'm an experienced nanny with over 15 years taking care of newborns to teenagers. Most of all I love being a nanny and watch the children grow and change over time. I'm kind, trustworthy and reliable person. I do not only watch them but take care of them. I read to the children every day, play with...

Care Member says "Margaret is a caring, empathetic, compassionate, and overall wonderful individual. She goes above and beyond to provide a nurturing and engaging...

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Maria L.

Building A Better Future By Providing Safe And Loving Care For The Future Generation

Wheeling, IL

4.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as creative, energetic, and protective I like working with kids because it is fulfilling to see the children grow through time and they are the ones who at the end of the day teach us new things about ourselves. I'm looking for a job that is fun I started working with kids when I was 14 In my...

Stephanie R. says "Maria was timely and communicative and very engaged with our little boys, we will definitely work with her again!"

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Renee G.

Nanny/sitter/healthcare Giver

Streamwood, IL

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
A little bit about me. I have a background in the medical field and in the health and fitness industry. I also have a strong background being a Nanny/caregiver/sitter. I am a mother of two amazing kids now both in college and have been married for 23 years. I am currently with a family of 3 boys that I've all had since birth...

Care Member says "Renee has been a great addition to our family for the past two years. She is great with our two kids. Renee is also great with our short notice needs...

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Dora A.

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Childcare available. Hello , my name is Dora . I am a Medical Assistant and First Aid & CPR certified . I have a clean background , perfect driving record and references if needed . . From 2005 until mid 2010 , I am looking to work 25 to 30 hours and I am very much involved with their academics ( as I was a Teachers Aide ) and...
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Kristen F.

Part-Time Sitter

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Available Mondays - Thursdays from 8 a.m. - 5PM; occasional Fridays I'd describe myself as a caring, friendly, and patient babysitter with previous experience watching infants (~3 Mo.) through middle school-aged children. I also had other nanny jobs which included the following responsibilities: changing diapers, feeding,...

Care Member says "Kristen was very responsible and helpful with my daughter. She came prepared to play and do fun projects every time she came to visit. Her expertise in...

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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

Amy A.

Amy took care of my one and two year olds and was wonderful. Very reliable and careful. We were sad to see her go!

- Mindy B.

Elisabeth R.

Elisabeth has helped us out a few times and she's great! She is punctual, dependable and kind. She keeps you posted and has a way of making...

- Jackie S.

Linda M.

Linda was sweet,kind and true professional. She was on time and also provided updates via text

- 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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