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Nelli C.

Part-Time Tutor

Des Plaines, IL

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$75/hr
10 years experience
My name is Nelli and I am a special education teacher and IEP case manager with an ESL endorsement. I specialize in executive functioning and can help students with managing assignments, implement study skills, task initiation, and self advocacy. I can also help students academically across all subjects with a speciality in math
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Cassandra C.

Certified Teacher With Fifteen Years Of Experience In Education

Des Plaines, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I teach students to become successful readers, writers, and mathematicians! I have experience tutoring students from the elementary school level up to college. Through the use of my teaching strategies and strong passion for education, I can provide your child with the tools that they need to be successful. I believe that each...
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Jessica A.

About Me

Morton Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Jessica, I'd describe my personality as caring, responsible and attentive. I like working with kids because I find joy in making a positive impact in their life's wether it be playtime, teaching them manners and helping them grow in ways they maybe didn't know! I'm looking for a job that is welcoming,...

Care Member says "Jessica was amazing with my 5 year old son. She was patient with him and engaged with him. He loved her and wouldn't mind spending the day with her....

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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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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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Heather S.

Part-Time Caregiver Available.

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Heather and I am a 51-year-old mom of 3 kids ages 28, 25 & 22 I have a BA in Elementary Education and a Master's degree in reading. I taught Pre-school and Kindergarten years ago but then stopped to raise my family. I currently (and for the past 11 years) have been a teaching assistant at a local elementary school in...

Megan D. says "Heather is truly fantastic and we were sad when our schedule changed and we couldn't keep her. Our boys loved being with Heather and look forward to more...

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Karen K.

Child Care Available

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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 recently. I have over 15 years experience caring for newborns, toddler's, preteens, as well as tutoring children ages pre school to 8 years in math, reading and homework and test...

Tim R. says "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...

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Joanna W.

Elmwood Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a stay at home mom who is looking to take care of a child/children. I have a 5-year-old son who will be with me, play with your child and keep them company. I have been babysitting babies, toddlers, and school aged kids for over 20 years, also, I have experience working for families with multiple children. I truly enjoy...

Molly J. says "Joanna took care of our two boys (8 and 3) for several weeknights while my husband and I were tied up with a project. She was punctual, capable and was at...

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Hager B.

Loving And Caring Sitter

Morton Grove, IL

3.0(1)
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$15/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi!! My name is Hager. I'd like to start of by saying I love and adore kids! A little bit about me: I'm a responsible, trustworthy, patient & dependable babysitter. I have a lot of energy. On my spare time I like to go on long runs, read & play bard games Background: I have 7 years' experience in babysitting. I also have worked...

Nicole P. says "We hired Hager to watch our two little Saturday and Sunday mornings - she was great, very engaging, and the kids liked her a lot. We had her scheduled for...

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Ella V.

Glencoe, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
My name is Ella. Looking for a position as a nanny. I was a full-time nanny and a part-time babysitter for 15 years. I love to read, play games, go on all kinds of outings with the children, and help with homework and more. I am a very caring, warm, and fun-loving child care provider and have a wide range of child care...

Care Member says "Ella is great with children and babies. She is very helpful and a kind person. She is experienced from bathing, feeding, changing diapers, doing...

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Sean C.

Caregiver

Park Ridge, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! I am a caregiver and tutor with 2 years of experience. I believe there is nothing more important than encouraging a child's creativity and expression while also helping them to balance some of life's responsibilities! I love finding creative ways to inspire kids and make them curious about the world around them. I believe...

Mike G. says "Sean was wonderful! We hired Sean to help with childcare and various household tasks. He was reliable, punctual, dependable, an INCREDIBLY hard worker, and...

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Sean C.

Park Ridge, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
Hello! I have a degree in Public Relations with a minor in English from DePaul University. Until recently, I have worked in California writing campaigns for a well-known brand. I have since moved back to Chicago on account of missing the winter-just kidding! The truth is, the corporate world just wasn't for me. I have a passion...

Gretchen Q. says "Sean helped my 5th grader through remote learning during the 2020-2021 school year while both parents were at home. Sean was flexible with scheduling...

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Cicely C.

Experienced Nanny Looking For Part-time Work

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Thank you for reading my profile. I have more than 15 years of child care experience. I trained as an RN in England and worked in the Pediatric nursing field for several years. Since re-locating to the Chicago area in 2008, I have had several nanny positions. I also worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Lurie Children's...

Courtney W. says "Cicely watched our daughter for about a year and she was such a gift to our family. She was very influential in our child's development helping her...

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Susan P.

Mature Nanny / Babysitter Looking For Full Or Part-Time Work

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Below you'll find a brief synopsis of my interests, education and experience. I enjoy all different kinds of sports, reading, riding my bike, and swimming. I started babysitting when I was 10 years old. I have worked in two day care centers while in college, worked as a nanny and in a daycare and and continued to babysit for...

Michelle M. says "Susie was extremely personable and warm. She had great experience with children, was honest and open and was SO responsive to my emails. She even helped...

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Megan K.

Deerfield, IL

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
I have degrees in English and Education, and I taught middle school and high school for 4 years. I transitioned into a sales career a decade ago, but I missed teaching, so I still tutor on the side. I have experience tutoring in early reading intervention, writing, literature/reading comprehension, ACT/SAT prep, college...
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Patricia O.

Teacher And Tutor

Lincolnwood, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Patti. I am a wife and mother of two wonderful kids. I am also a high school teacher and a part time tutor. I have been in the education field for 13 years. I enjoy building confidence in kids when it comes to their academic struggles. I have worked with the following age groups: - High school students with a...
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Beatriz S.

Beatriz - 10 Years Of Experience As A Teacher/Nanny

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi families! My name is Beatriz , but you can call me Bea. I have 10 years of experience working with kids, from newborns to teenagers. I graduated in Language Literature and Pedagogy Nannying is more than just a job to me because I I have passion to see their development and to be around them. I also worked as a kindergarten...
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Carla C.

Skokie, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Carla! With six years of hands-on childcare experience, I'm passionate about providing nurturing, engaging, and safe care for children. My childcare journey began at 15, caring for infants at my local church, and has since grown into a dedicated career, from after-school programs with kids aged 4-11 to three years as a...
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Amira H.

Schaumburg, IL

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Bringing joy and learning to children's lives is my passion. As an English teacher and high school educator with six years of experience, I've spent the last eight years babysitting. I enjoy fostering a love for reading and learning in children through fun and routines. My graduate degree, Early Child Development coursework, and...
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Emmy K.

Loving Person

Morton Grove, IL

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Emmy , and I've been a nanny since moving to the U. S. in 1991. With nearly 34 years of experience and working with over 10 families, I've developed meaningful connections and honed my skills with children of all ages. I love what I do, as caring for children brings me immense joy. I enjoy taking children to...
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $45.00/hr as of April 2026

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Des Plaines, IL

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

Jessica A.

Jessica was amazing with my 5 year old son. She was patient with him and engaged with him. He loved her and wouldn't mind spending the day...

- Care member

Maria L.

Maria was timely and communicative and very engaged with our little boys, we will definitely work with her again!

- Stephanie R.

Kristie W.

Kristie watched our son from 3 months - 8 months old. She was attentive, caring, and dependable. She was very flexible, and was willing to...

- Kate G.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Des Plaines, IL

Hiring a local reading tutor in Des Plaines, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $45.00 per hour as of April 2026. 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 2 reading tutors in Des Plaines, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines, 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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