Compare top reading tutors
Find Trusted Reading Tutors Near Me in Highwood, IL
We have 60 reading tutors in Highwood, IL! Compare and hire the best reading tutor to fit your needs.
Find reading tutors in Highwood, IL that you’ll love
60 reading tutors are listed in Highwood, IL
The average rate is $37/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 10 years
Reading tutors in Highwood, IL
5.0
(6)
Background Check
Master's Degree in Education and over 20 years of classroom experience teaching math, English, language arts, science, music/drama and art. I currently hold an Illinois certificate teaching 1st - 9th grade with endorsements in math, language arts, social studies and art. In addition, I have over 7 years experience as a...
5.0
"Lauren used a wide variety of techniques to keep my ADHD son engaged and interested in learning mathematical concepts. She created fun games, personalized board games, rhyming devices, cards, dice, and other...
Reviewed by Russell W.
Background Check
I am a teaching Assistant at a school with children who have special needs, and am looking for some extra work in the afternoons or early evenings to help out your family!
My interests include watching and playing sports. Any outdoor activities i. e. going to the park, the beach, the pool. Arts and crafts, board games, cooking...
5.0
(2)
Background Check
I have an early childhood education degree. I have worked as a nanny, teacher for several years. I like doing arts and crafts, going to the library and the park, and reading
5.0
"Farideh has a flair for education and truly enjoyed that aspect of enriching my children's lives. She also was a great cook and ensured my children ate hot meals (and a variety including Iranian or Israeli...
Reviewed by Laura S.
Sheri G.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Teacher/Nanny Looking For Full -Time Job I Have 25+ Years Experience
3.0
(2)
Background Check
I have experience between the ages of 3 mos/pre k kindergarten. I love doing arts and crafts, singing, reading, cooking and playing outside.
5.0
"We interviewed Sheri for our nanny position. She was very sweet with our daughter, had great ideas for activities to do with her, and seemed very genuine. She also comes with 10 years of experience with kids...
Reviewed by Kristy B.
Viktoriya V.
Vernon Hills, IL
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Background Check
Hi, I am also currently a tutor in high school mathematics. I know a lot of math since as a Engineering student I needed to take the highest math courses. I also have worked at Kumon for 2 years as a math and English tutor.
I am 22 years old and graduated Stevenson high school. Now I am commuting to college in the city,...
5.0
"Viktoriya is an amazing tutor, and she is really good at explaining the math questions in a way that makes sense. She helps me as a visual learner see why the problem should be solved that way by helping me...
Reviewed by Arthur R.
Amy L.
Lake Forest, IL
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time Tutoring For Children K-6, Certified Teacher With Experience
5.0
(1)
Background Check
I am a certified teacher of K-8th grades who has taken time off to raise my own children. I have taught 4th, 2nd, and 1st grades and having training in behavior therapy. I am available during after school and early evening hours and have reasonable rates.
5.0
"Amy is an amazing tutor. My daughters loved her."
Reviewed by Laila H.
Paige C.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Background Check
I am majoring in elementary education so I have lots of experience in classrooms. I have tutored many children from the ages of 6-12. I am also on my college dance team. I have taught dancers from the ages of 3-12 as I have trained for over 15 years in all genres.
5.0
(1)
Background Check
I am a 30-year-old college graduate from Columbia College Chicago. I graduated in 2013 with a Fashion Business degree. I have continued to do what I love best and that's be with kids. I feel like the BEST me is brought out when I'm around your kids and I would love the opportunity to be your babysitter/Nanny. I love going to the...
5.0
"Dana is wonderful with kids and is very responsible. She supervised my children, drove them to activities, made sure they did their homework, made snacks or meals for them and generally took wonderful care of...
Reviewed by Michelle L.
4.3
(3)
Background Check
I have always gravitated towards working with children. I began babysitting for my younger sister/family friends at a young age and continued to do so throughout High School. During High School I participated in an Early Childhood class for two years where we were taught how to teach and worked with preschoolers several times...
5.0
"We hired Lauren back when we were living in Illinois- I met her through a mutual friend. Lauren quickly became part of our family as our daughter connected to her immediately! Lauren is a very talented artist...
Reviewed by Sarah E.
5.0
(1)
Background Check
I have been tutoring for about eight years and have worked with all ages, from elementary school to adult, in all the major academic subjects as well as test prep. I'm a Spanish speaker and a certified special education teacher as well.
5.0
"Anna was very helpful and supportive to my daughter with completing her online Algebra 2 and chemistry classes. We really appreciated her willingness to come to our home and her flexibility with scheduling. She...
Reviewed by Heidi S.
5.0
(2)
Background Check
I have worked as a private tutor for students looking to improve academically, develop an interest in learning, and explore new and exciting subjects for four years. I have experience tutoring in all courses from elementary to AP/college level, with a specialization in STEM courses. I have two degrees: a Bachelor's in Science in...
5.0
"Hailee has done a wonderful job tutoring my three boys, and we would welcome her back in a heartbeat. They are all showing great improvement in Math and English! She also taught my youngest two about human...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
(1)
Background Check
Hello! My name is Sarah. I've worked with children my whole life, starting out in an arts and crafts studio with children aged 5-16, to babysitting date nights to nannying for various families long term, 5 days a week. I've had experience managing 2 and 3 kids daily, prepping dinners and lunches, light house keeping, driving...
5.0
"Sarah nannied for our two kids (ages 3 and 1) for three months over the summer. She was great! Super reliable, good communication skills, and easy-going about what was needed from her each day. My 3-year old...
Reviewed by Gina H.
5.0
(1)
Background Check
Hi! My name is Amanda and I go to Illinois State University and I am looking for a nanny job over the summer or any babysitting or nannying jobs during the school year as well. I am a Special Education major and I can really meet any needs for your kids! I have tutored several students throughout several grades and with a...
5.0
"Amanda is a wonderful addition to our family. The kids had a great time with her. We all look forward to her coming back."
Reviewed by Addie E.
5.0
(2)
Background Check
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.
Background Check
I am a certified teacher of K-9th grade and a mom of 2 awesome teenagers. I have taught 4th, 2nd and 1st grades and worked part-time in a special needs preschool. love playing with kids and encouraging them to learn, grow, explore, and have fun. I prefer being active -- getting outside, going to the park and exploring nature. I...
Background Check
I love being with kids and doing fun activities. With older kids I can help with homework. Each child has their own special way of learning. I like to limit screen time and use human interaction with fun play and learn activities.
I have a masters degree in education and I worked as 4th and 6th grade teacher for 4 years, and I...
Background Check
Hello! I am a recent graduate of University of Michigan with a Bachelors degree in Nursing. I have experience working with young kids and infants through my previous clinical rotations and job in the Neonatal ICU. I have done babysitting jobs in high school and college. The ages of the kids I've babysat for have been 4-5 y/o and...
Background Check
I'd describe my personality as loving, friendly and kind
I like working with kids because I love creating everlasting memories and be a positive influence on their life
I'm looking for a job that has guaranteed hours, full time and our parenting styles match
I started working with kids when I was a freshman in high school....
Background Check
Posts
"I am a fit and energetic professional nanny and house manager. With 20 years of experience working for Winnetka families, I'm easily adaptable to any family's needs. I love the outdoors and letting children learn thru hands-on play. Crafts, singing, dancing, outdoor sports, and walking/ exploring are my favorite ways of...
Background Check
I have extensive experience with nannying (which entailed also helping the 3 children out with their homework if needed). I am very patient and also have a lot of experience with e-learning and online class formats.
I am able to keep kids on task and I am more than happy to help with any questions they may have or provide any...
Showing 1 - 20 of 60
Recent reading tutor reviews in Highwood, IL
Lauren G.
5.0
Lauren is the perfect tutor for our son with reading challenges. She is to the point with him and he is now motivated to learn and to excel. Super happy we found Lauren and excited to see further progress
- Masha L.
Farideh R.
5.0
Farideh has a flair for education and truly enjoyed that aspect of enriching my children's lives. She also was a great cook and ensured my children ate hot meals (and a variety including Iranian or Israeli dishes). My kids loved Farideh and continue to enjoy seeing her years later even though she...
- Laura S.
Sheri G.
5.0
We interviewed Sheri for our nanny position. She was very sweet with our daughter, had great ideas for activities to do with her, and seemed very genuine. She also comes with 10 years of experience with kids around 15-24 months. We are definitely keeping her in mind for babysitting and backup...
- Kristy B.
Viktoriya V.
5.0
Viktoriya is an amazing tutor, and she is really good at explaining the math questions in a way that makes sense. She helps me as a visual learner see why the problem should be solved that way by helping me visualize it on a graph.
- Arthur R.
Amy L.
5.0
Amy is an amazing tutor. My daughters loved her.
- Laila H.
Additional Reading Tutor Services
Reading Tutor Articles
Night nanny vs. night nurse: How they help and what they cost
January 2nd, 2023 Ask any new parent and they’ll tell you: One of the most difficult adjustments after having a child is navigating the erratic, sometimes nonexistent, sleep ... Read more
Daycare tax credit: What is it and how can it benefit you?
December 5th, 2022 There are many tax credits and deductions available to parents and families, but one of the most overlooked and beneficial is taking a tax credit toward the... Read more
20 funny end-of-school-year memes for every parent crawling toward the finish line
May 10th, 2023 Parenting is almost always a tiring job, but there’s a phenomenon that happens each year from May through June that makes it even more so. I’m talking about... Read more
10 ways motherhood makes you extraordinary, according to science
May 7th, 2023 Kids, man. Some days it feels like they just might kill you. But here’s a secret: They’re probably doing the opposite. Despite the decrease in sleep, t... Read more
What information to leave for your babysitter in case of emergency
May 1st, 2022 When your newborn is lying peacefully in their bassinet, it’s hard to imagine that you — or your babysitter — may ever need to take this child to the ... Read more
FAQs for finding reading tutors in Highwood, IL
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Highwood, IL?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Highwood, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $37.50 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 Highwood, IL?
Care.com currently has 2 reading tutors in Highwood, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Highwood 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 Highwood that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Highwood, 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 Highwood 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 Highwood, IL?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Highwood, 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 Highwood, 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.
Ratings for Highwood, IL reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Reading Tutors in Highwood, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.