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Ian K.

Personal Learning Specialist

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
Ian is a recent college graduate with a love of language, writing, and programming who is excited to gain teaching experience and meet new people.

Hilary B. says "Reliable, responsive and smart. My kids love him. Our favorite babysitter."

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Ana M.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello Parents !! I'm a experienced kind nanny who loves take care of children as if they were my own. I have a Degree as a Computer Teacher so if you are in need of someone who supports your children with the E-learning, I will be totally comfortable doing it. Also I have been working as a full time/part time nanny with...

Jessica S. says "Ana is an incredible babysitter and I would recommend her to anyone! She has been taking care of our daughter since she was only 3 months old and our...

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Isadora T.

Native Midwesterner To Tutor English And Reading For Elementary School Children And Immigrants

Evanston, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
If you or your child are seeking a kind, caring and experienced tutor I welcome the opportunity to cheerfully assist you! I have been a Title I tutor for Reading and English, working one-on-one with elementary school children. Additionally, I helped to raise 8 foster children for whom English was not their first language. I...

Janete S. says "Isadora is simply the best baby sitter I have EVER hired. My son is 13 years old, so although he doesn't require a lot of supervising, he does need...

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Jennifer D.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$39/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
Happy! Safe! Healthy! That's my main goal when caring for your little ones! I have more than three decades of childcare experience... mom, preschool teacher, nanny, babysitter! From newborns to teens, multiples, single child and large groups, I've done it all. Arts and crafts, Pinterest snacks, reading, imaginative play,...

Rebecca L. says "Jennifer is the most wonderful nanny! She is so sweet and loving I knew right away she would take great care of my baby! She also loves doing art...

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Lily G.

Creative, Warm, And Dynamic!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
Hi! My name is Lily. I'm originally from New Mexico but came to Chicago for nursing school. I've worked with kids since I was one! I've been babysitting since I was 13 and have provided care in many different capacities in that time. I have had families who only use me when parents need a date night, families who have me hang...

Care Member says "Lily is an amazing sitter! She’s cared for our kids, pets, and home for years - she’s our go-to person! She’s trustworthy, conscientious, kind, and...

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Chloe R.

Nanny/tutor/sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
NO LONGER LOOKING FOR FULL TIME JOB, just babysitting in between positions I have over 8 years of experience with childcare and education. 5 of those years I have been a private nanny. I have done tutoring, provided care for special needs, created age appropriate crafts and lessons, found and brought to outside activities,...

Care Member says "Chloe demonstrated punctuality, never called off, and displayed excellent skills in caring for my 4-year-old. I appreciate her reliability and positive...

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Karen A.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
Hello Families! I am 28 years old, and I have worked with several wonderful families throughout my years in high school and college. I bring 10 years of experience as a nanny and babysitter and have cared for children from newborns to 10 years old. I am fluent in English and Spanish, and I specialize in teaching children Spanish...

Ana F. says "We have been working with Karen over the past year and she is amazing. Responsible, trust-worthy and awesome with my son. "

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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
Meal prep
light cleaning
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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Claudia C.

Enthusiastic And Flexible Babysitter/nanny!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting since my early teens! I love working with children and am currently an elementary school teacher with some extra time in my schedule. I like to spend time outdoors, cook, read, and have fun getting to know kids!

Lee J. says "Did an amazing job babysitting at my wedding multiple kids despite cancellations and a whole lot of confusion from my end. My kid had such a fun time with...

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Maybelin M.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
My name is Maybelin, I am 31 years old and have lived in Chicago all my life and I currently live in Logan Square. I'm a former Chicago Public School tutor teaching K through 5th grade, handling several children at once and maintaining a safe, healthy environment. My main objective was to help them in reading, math and Spanish....

Lily B. says "Maybelin is truly the most nurturing and thoughtful caregiver I've ever met. We are so lucky to work with her! Our 7 month old adores her, smiles and...

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Claudia M.

Experienced Sitter (M-F 10 Am On)

Evanston, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! I love working with children who are eager to play and learn. I have worked with children my whole life. I have raised two very responsible, healthy young adults. I have taught all levels and have worked with special needs children. I have a fun, nurturing character. I am firm but loving and I think kids are amazing. I...

Meret B. says "Claudia treated our son as her own. She was always thinking of activities for them to do together. He loved her and would ask for her even on days she...

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Katherine H.

ESL Teacher And Elementary Reading And Math Tutor

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
After spending the past year as an ESL Teacher, I am taking a year off to continue my education. I have 5 years teaching ESL and as a reading and writing tutor. I have 7 years working in after school programs, where I aided students ages in K-5 with reading, writing and math. I have experience with both regular and special ed. I...
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Kisha J.

You Will Not Regret Hiring Me To Care For Or Look After Your Little Ones!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
My name is Kisha, I am 20 with 4 years of experience caring for kids. I come from a large family which gave me plenty of opportunity to play around with kids and learn to care for them responsibly. I am currently a full time pre law student and looking forward to the day I call myself a lawyer. I adapt easily. Maybe your little...

Nasser A. says "Kisha was a fantastic babysitter for our one-year-old son. She was attentive, engaging, and safety-conscious. She was right on time and was able to calm...

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Grazyna A.

Part-Time Babysitter, Responsible, Honest And Trustworthy

Berwyn, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am 53 years old. I raised 2 children, so I have a lot of experience with small kids and teenagers. I have a Bachelor's degree in history from a well-known university in Poland. I prefer that kids don't watch TV or play computer games too much. I think that more educational experience, like reading, studying history, geography,...

Karina M. says "Grace was helping us with our 1.5 year toddler part time when our second baby was just born, and we also contact Grace when we need a backup! She did an...

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Hager B.

Loving And Caring Sitter

Morton Grove, IL

3.0(1)
from
$15/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 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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Annie H.

Private Tutor

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently a senior in high school and I am ahead in my math classes and very good at social studies all the way up to the 12th-grade level. I am in the top 3 percent of my class and have maintained a 4. 0 GPA throughout high school. I have been tutoring and mentoring children both privately and in school, since I was in the...
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Karly T.

Part Time Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! My name is Karly, and I'm a graduate student that just recently moved to Chicago for school. I graduated with a Bachelor's in Elementary Education, and spent the past year as a kindergarten teaching assistant in St. Louis. I am currently pursuing my Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and hope to work with young...

Rachel L. says "Karly has watched our boys (ages 10 and 14), one of which is on the autism spectrum, and she's also watched our niece and nephew. She's great with...

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Adia D.

Part- Time Tutor Available

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, my name is Adia ! I believe that education is essential and crucial to a healthy mind. From the early age of 9, I was placed in honors classes due to my advanced learning capabilities. My parents helped me understand the importance of learning, and it is my goal to help children become more confident in trouble subjects. I...

Ernest L. says "Adia has been extremely beneficial to my child's learning process. Combining both classic and modern teaching methods. She shows up punctual, professional...

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Kimberly H.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
(Over 12 yrs as a private nanny and 1 yr teacher) preschool teacher and nanny looking to help make your everyday life a tad bit easier. I hold a background within the arts, varying from dance to photography and vast knowledge of healthy and organic cooking. I am extremely active whether it be organized sports or basic healthy...

Bradford C. says "Kimberly was great for my daughter (age 2). She was not only always on time, she was usually 10 minutes early. She's someone you meet and feel...

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Megan G.

Enthusiastic And Engaging Teacher & Caregiver!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a Northern Arizona University graduate with a Bachelor's in Special and Elementary Education and a certified teacher. My passion for Special Education comes from having a brother with Down syndrome, but I love working with children of all abilities and ages. With three years of teaching experience, a background in...

Care Member says "Megan was awesome! Easy to communicate with and very good with our three rambunctious kiddos (aged 3.5, 6.5, and 7). Plus she cleaned up the dishes and...

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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.20/hr as of October 2025

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Elmwood Park, IL

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

Ian K.

Reliable, responsive and smart. My kids love him. Our favorite babysitter.

- Hilary B.

Ana M.

Ana is an incredible babysitter and I would recommend her to anyone! She has been taking care of our daughter since she was only 3 months...

- Jessica S.

Isadora T.

Isadora is simply the best baby sitter I have EVER hired. My son is 13 years old, so although he doesn't require a lot of supervising, he...

- Janete S.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Elmwood Park, IL

Hiring a local reading tutor in Elmwood Park, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $16.20 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 5 reading tutors in Elmwood Park, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Elmwood Park 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 Elmwood Park 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 Elmwood Park 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 Elmwood Park, 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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