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Heather T.
Gilberts, IL
$17-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
Dependable & Caring MamaBear Looking For A Family To Take Care Of
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Dependable and Honest Single Mom of Teens in search of a family to make a difference caring for their loved ones big or little. I love children of all ages, seniors hold a special place in my heart. I have 19 years experience in Massage Therapy and love what I do for others. I love taking care of people.
I like working with kids...
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Mary J.
Cary, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
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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...
5.0
"We interviewed Mary for our full time nanny position. She was early to the interview, professional and very friendly. We discussed her experience and her approach to caring for children and knew quickly she...
Reviewed by R. A.
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I am currently working on a degree in teaching. I have passed my Illinois basic skills tests. I spend 2 - 3 hours a week reading with 1st, 4th, and 5th graders in Crystal Lake. I also have 2 of my own children who I work with.
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I have a college degree in English Education. I have home schooled my five children.
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Hi! I am a certified Special Education teacher with over 9 years of experience working with children. I have worked at an at home day care center for two summers, tutoring and babysat for children ages 3 months to 13, and have had course work in education for all children, specifically those with special needs, and child...
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My qualifications include:
* Tutor multiple students via web meetings and onsite.
* Design and implement lesson plans to assist English Learners in South Korea and USA.
* Utilized differentiated instruction to educate students.
* Designed and implemented curriculum in content areas while employing the common core standards.
*...
5.0
(2)
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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...
5.0
"Amy took care of my one and two year olds and was wonderful. Very reliable and careful. We were sad to see her go!"
Reviewed by Mindy B.
5.0
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I am a mother of two adult children and the grandmother of a boy that I cared for 4 days a week from the time he was born till he was 3 years old. I have a lot of experience caring for newborns as well as tutoring children ages pre school to 8 years in math, reading and homework assistance. I owned a catering business that had a...
5.0
"Karen has been part-time caregiver to our son over the past months. She is very proactive in the activities supporting school, which was a tremendous plus! She gets an "A" for effort and activities including...
Reviewed by Igor V.
5.0
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My name is Malgorzata. I have 15 years of experience working with children ages 0 through 15 years. I'm a patient, energetic, and hardworking person who loves working with kids. I can provide reading, singing, painting, dancing, teach kids numbers, letters, shapes, Polish language, going to the parks, library and more. I have an...
5.0
"Gosia was wonderful with our son from 12 weeks to 7 months. She was incredibly helpful with keeping up with household needs in addition to providing loving care to the baby. Gosia is active, kind, reliable,...
Reviewed by Devin R.
5.0
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Hi there! My name is Linnea and I am 25 years old. I have been a teacher for three years, spending my first year teaching first grade, and two years teaching third grade.
In my free time I like to read, bake, craft, hangout with my friends, and organize. I am also a big Taylor Swift fan!
In the summer, my availability is...
5.0
"Linnea help with occasional date night/last minute babysitting for us this past year. She is AMAZING. Linnea is so flexible, respectful, and responsible. My two kids absolutely adore her, and cannot wait...
Reviewed by Mary K.
Vanessa S.
Rolling Meadows, IL
$22-32/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hi, my name is Vanessa and i'm 23 years old! I have nannied for multiple different families and taught dance for 3 years for children aged 2-18! I am a non-smoker and vaccinated. I am CPR trained and first aid trained. I have my own reliable transportation and am very punctual. I can do light cleaning such as dishes, laundry,...
5.0
"Vanessa is so great with kids! She makes sure to follow the rules that you have set in place and always plays with the kids or has activities planned. "
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Jennifer S.
Lake Zurich, IL
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, my name is Jen. I appreciate you taking the time to review my bio. I am looking for a family that I can grow with long term. I have 14 years of hands on experience working with infants on up. I am very trustworthy, neat, dependable, attentive and energetic. I have worked as a assistant preschool teacher, volleyball coach,...
5.0
"Jen is very caring with our kids. They both adore her! She is creative and always thinks of fun new activities to keep them busy. She also keep our house very tidy which is an added bonus. Highly recommend her"
Reviewed by Bryan G.
5.0
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Hey, there! Thank you for considering me in your search for a tutor. I have been a professional tutor + teaching assistant since college and have worked with kids between ages 4-16. My specialties include science, math, writing, and test preparation. I graduated the University of Denver in 2018 with a BA in Physics and a BA in...
5.0
"My son loves working with her on his homework and reading."
Reviewed by Kristi M.
5.0
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I have three years of teaching (elementary school) and eight years of nannying experience. In 2019 December my husband and I were blessed with a sweet baby girl. Therefore, I would love to find a part-time job, where I could look after your child along with mine in my home in Schaumburg. My main goal is to provide a relaxed,...
5.0
"Tunde cared for our daughter part-time for about 7months. She was always on time, reliable, and went out of her way to make our lives easier! Our daughter loved her - she was so kind and loved taking her for...
Reviewed by Megan K.
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.
5.0
(3)
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I have over 20 years of experience in childcare, and I love to babysit for all ages of children! I believe that kids need to have a caregiver who will be involved with them, play with them, help them to discover more about the world, and encourage imagination and exploration. I love to be involved in kids' lives in this way! My...
5.0
"Katie did a great job watching my son. In his words, "If I had kids, I would like Katie to watch them." This coming from an 8 year old, who generally does not like sitters; says a lot. She took the time to...
Reviewed by Susan H.
Magdaelena P.
Round Lake, IL
$23/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hi- Im Magda. I started babysitting when I was 14. I have taken care of children between newborn-7 years old. I have worked as a Nanny for multiple families. I am also CPR/first-aid certified. I like reading, playing outside when possible, and doing arts/crafts. I love helping children learn and grow! I am fluent in both English...
5.0
"Magda is always on time if not early. She was great with our son and he always got excited to see her. She is very interactive and tracks all activities throughout the day. Would definitely recommend her!"
Reviewed by Sylvia N.
Margaret D.
Mount Prospect, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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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...
5.0
"Margaret is an outstanding! She is reliable, helpful and very hard-working. She worked with my son at a very difficult stage of his life and she did not give up on him or give in to him. Rather she lovingly...
Reviewed by Gwynne R.
Jessica A.
Carol Stream, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! My name is Jessica and I am a 5th grade teacher at an elementary school. I am in my 9th year of teaching and would love to provide my tutoring services to your student. I am very educated on the state standards and the requirements at each grade level. I also just completed my masters in Curriculum and Instruction with a...
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Hello, my name is Justyna. I have 22 years of experience as a nanny and teacher.
I truly enjoy being outdoors with the kids. In case of a bad weather, we'll get creative and curious! I will read a lot of books to your little ones and prioritize sensory playtime. With your pre and school age kiddos I would play board games,...
5.0
"I have known Justyna for almost 4 years through our former nanny. The girl she was watching and my daughter became very good friends. They had frequent playdates, met at the park and at school every day. I got...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Algonquin, IL
Mary J.
4.0
Mary cared for my twins from the time they were a couple months old until they were two. She was always pleasant and calm with them. Mary has a very nurturing personality and my children enjoyed seeing her each morning. If I hadn't lost my job, Mary would still be watching my kids. I highly...
- Fran D.
Amy A.
5.0
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.
Karen K.
5.0
Karen nannied for us one day a week this year while our daughter was 4 months to 9 months old. She was timely, professional, and experienced, but most of all we could tell that she really cared about our daughter- she developed a sweet bond with her and made helpful suggestions as we are first time...
- Tim R.
Malgorzata K.
5.0
I HIGHLY recommend Margie! We loved having her in our home. She was on time, reliable, trustworthy and responsible. She took initiative to always stay busy and never sat around. I never saw her looking at her phone.
She was always kind and engaging with my kids. I love that she read them books...
- Ashley S.
Linnea J.
5.0
Linnea help with occasional date night/last minute babysitting for us this past year. She is AMAZING. Linnea is so flexible, respectful, and responsible. My two kids absolutely adore her, and cannot wait until she comes back to school in the fall and sees them again. Linnea always had ideas of...
- Mary K.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Algonquin, IL
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Algonquin, IL?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Algonquin, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $22.71 per hour as of May 2024. 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.
How can I find a reading tutor near me in Algonquin, IL?
Care.com currently has 7 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.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Algonquin, IL?
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.
How can I safely hire a reading tutor for my child near me in Algonquin, IL?
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.
What types of reading tutors near me in Algonquin, IL can I hire?
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.