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Carissa M.

Part Time Babysitter

Mundelein, IL

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$12/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I am a mother of 4, with my last little guy about to go to kindergarten next year. Before my kids were born I was a nanny for 3 years, and I continued to nanny/babysit until my second child was born. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old, and I have always loved taking care of kids! I am also the oldest of 9, so I...
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Lexi M.

Lake Villa, IL

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
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Hi, I'm Lexi! I'm a full-time paraprofessional and certified substitute at a therapeutic day school, primarily supporting students with diverse needs. I have experience across all age groups but especially enjoy working with teens. I've also led my own classroom as a long-term sub. My caregiving journey began at 13 as a mother's...
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Nickie T.

Relationship Based Tutor/Teacher-Great References

Libertyville, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hi! My name is Nickie. I am available to take on a few new clients in the Libertyville area for elementary/middle school tutoring. As a current special education teacher and private tutor for typical and special needs students alike, I have adapted my methods to focus on relationship based techniques. Using this methodology...
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Joshua H.

English Tutor

Mundelein, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I taught 9th grade history and critical thinking/logic for two years as a recently graduated high school. I will soon be graduating college with a Bachelor in Science and a major in Professional Writing.
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Lynda C.

Grayslake, IL

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$22/hr
20 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
ISBE certified teacher para endorsed. Exp w/self contained PFA and non verbal Autistics. Certified ECE assistant teacher with 4. 0 GPA. Teaches 1/2 grade religion for 15 years. Great with pets. STRIVE and CPI certified July/2025. Great with infants& multi age. Prev ran lic home day care . Willing 2 learn new sit. I am positive,...
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Vi C.

Libertyville, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, optimistic, and fun! I like working with kids because it's something I have done since I was young, I've always been around children. My mother is a preschool teacher and teaches ages 2-4. She would always bring me into work with her and I would play with the kids and read to them and...
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Hannah S.

Wadsworth, IL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I'd describe my personality as energetic, passionate, fun I like working with kids because it brings me joy to spend time with kids. I started working with kids when I started babysitting when I was 16 and now I am going to college to become a teacher! In my spare time, I like to read, spend time outside, being with my...
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Shanice J.

About Me

Mundelein, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am a retired teacher and mom of 4. For the past 4 years I have been home with the kids while caring for other kiddos in my community. I have always had a great understanding and intuition with kids. I am very comfortable adhering to your kids individual needs with special attention to detail. I have experience with kids of all...
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Christa H.

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Libertyville, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I have a college degree with a minor in education. I have been extremely involved in my own children's education as well as tutoring other children. I worked at SCORE prior to Kaplan closing the business. I am a certified catechist and have been approved for classroom work by a number of local school districts as well as both...
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Lauren K.

Tutoring Help

Zion, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I am someone who is currently working in the education field who would like to help those who are having difficulties in certain areas. I have lots of patience and I strive to help others the best I can.
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Mary Margaret K.

Special Education Teacher Looking for Summer Care

Antioch, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
I am a 4th/5th grade special education teacher during the school year. I have worked with children from Kindergarten through 7th grade for over 15 years. I have my SLANT certification, which is an Orton Gillingham reading program. I am looking to work for a few hours during the summer, specifically during the week. I have a...
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Sarah R.

McHenry, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
Before becoming an aunt to two lovely little lasses (pictured), I spent a few years as a babysitter and subsequently became a nanny to three energetic boys before going to college. After focusing on my field of study in commercial photography, I craved childcare work again. I've worked with two sisters as a mother's helper for 2...

Care Member says "We booked Sarah for our oldest child’s PIR (Navy Bootcamp Graduation). Although, we ended up getting an extra ticket and not needing her services, Sarah...

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Ella V.

Glencoe, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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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Viktoriya V.

Vernon Hills, IL

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I'm a structural engineer with a Bachelor's and Master's degree from the Illinois Institute of Technology. I've been tutoring high school mathematics for over five years, and I also spent two years as a math and English tutor at Kumon. I have also experience with tutoring for CPS HSAT exam at Chitown tutoring. I offer both...

Care Member says "Viktoriya is a great tutor and I can definitely see improvements in my son. She is detailed and is able to motivate him so i really appreciate that. "

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Anna S.

Tutor

Northbrook, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have been tutoring for about 15 years and have worked with all ages, from elementary school to adult, in all the major academic subjects as well as test prep.

Heidi S. says "Anna was very helpful and supportive to my daughter with completing her online Algebra 2 and chemistry classes. We really appreciated her willingness to...

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Jess M.

Lake Forest, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm a childcare professional with 10 years of experience caring for children from newborns to teens (16 years), including those with ASD and allergies. I earned a 4. 0 GPA in college and bring that same love of learning into my work-whether it's reading together, supporting homework, exploring nature, or getting creative with...

Care Member says "Jess did a fantastic job as our night nanny for our newborn daughter! 9pm to 9am is a tough shift, but she tackled it with gusto! Punctual,...

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Caitlin N.

Part Time Reading Tutor

Wauconda, IL

5.0(1)
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$60/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello parents! My bachelor's degree is in Elementary Education with a Spanish (foreign language) concentration. Additionally, I have Master's Degrees in Curriculum Design and as a Reading Specialist. I am bilingual (English and Spanish) and have 10 years experience working with elementary aged children (K-5) in small groups as...

Lyndsay C. says "I cannot say enough wonderful things about Caitlin. She has brought my first grader up to speed with reading, she's amazing! My son loves her and...

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Sarah L.

Pleasant Prairie, WI

5.0(0)
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$8/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I am a stay-at-home Mom who has watched other people's children for the past 20years. Before I had children, I worked as a preschool teacher in a daycare. I went to school to become a teacher, but did not finish, I wanted to be at home when I had children. For seven years, I was the Director of Children's Ministry that I started...
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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
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
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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Alexandra K.

Experienced Nanny and Babysitter

Palatine, IL

4.6(1)
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$20/hr
17 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am an experienced Elementary School Teacher originally from Moscow, Russia. 27 years ago I moved to the USA, and began working as a Teacher in Early Child Care Facilities. I also have experience as a Nanny and as a Babysitter with references on file. I speak English and Russian. I enjoy educate children through playing...

Care Member says "Sasha responded quickly and communicated consistently ahead of the day. The kids liked her right away, and she kept them active all day. Highly...

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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

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

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Gurnee, IL

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

Sarah R.

We booked Sarah for our oldest child’s PIR (Navy Bootcamp Graduation). Although, we ended up getting an extra ticket and not needing her...

- Care member

Ella V.

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

- Care member

Viktoriya V.

Viktoriya is a great tutor and I can definitely see improvements in my son. She is detailed and is able to motivate him so i really...

- Care member

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Gurnee, IL

Hiring a local reading tutor in Gurnee, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $17.50 per hour as of December 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 2 reading tutors in Gurnee, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Gurnee 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 Gurnee 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 Gurnee 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 Gurnee, 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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