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Looking for specialized tutoring tailored to your child's unique needs? Look no further! My name is Katie and I am a dedicated and experienced Kindergarten and First Grade Special Education Teacher with a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Special Education and an ESL endorsement.
Ashley M.
Joliet, IL
$10-15/hr
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I am a very patient person who is willing to provide the needed skills in order to succeed. I am well spoken, great with children, and very responsible. If you need something, I will find a way to do it.
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I have 9 years of teaching experience which includes at the high school, junior high, and middle school level. I have taught 7th/8th grade Social Studies, High School Economics, 7th grade ELA/Math, 4-6th Grade Instructional Special Education, and 7th-8th grade Instructional Special Education. I currently work as a full time...
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Taking care of children has always been my favorite thing to do. I worked at the Plainfield YMCA as a summer camp counselor and loved it! I have grown up taking care of my brothers, and volunteering as a babysitter at my local mosque and around the neighborhood. I am very punctual, and can also help with homework and some house...
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I recently graduated from Liberty University where I majored in Elementary education and minored in ESL. I have experience tutoring, teaching, leading small groups, and coaching as well. My goal in life is to equip children with the tools they need to succeed in life. I am extremely patient, hardworking, and very reliable. I...
Allison M.
Minooka, IL
$5-10/hr • 7 yrs exp
Illinois State Board of Education Paraprofessional/Undergrad Student of Legal Studies
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I have experience tutoring school age children in the fields of Language Arts, English, Spelling/Vocab Social Studies, and History from grades 4-8. Also I have tutored Elementary students in math.
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I will be graduating in May 2020 with a bachelor's in history-social sciences education. In college, I gained experience as a teaching assistant, where I helped students with their writing skills. For two years, I was also an intern for the Writing Program, where I reviewed and edited articles. I have made the Dean's List four...
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I am a Special education Major at Illinois state university, I have experience with tutoring elementary and middle school-aged children as well as working in multiple childcare centers and babysitting for years. I have a passion for helping children learn and find their own success in education!
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Hello there! I am a certified English Teacher for grades 6-12. I currently teach 7th grade ELA and Social Studies. My goal as a teacher and a tutor is to make the content relatable and accessible. The beautiful thing about English Language Arts is it is in the world all around us, especially in a lot of students favorite hobbies...
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Hello! My name is Eleni, and I have been working in education as a 7th grade Special Education teacher for the last 5 years. Prior to Education I was working in Finance. I am also a girl's basketball coach.
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Hello, my name is Angelique but I go by Angel. I have two children of my own. A little about me is that I enjoy gardening, reading and going shopping. I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. From babysitting my little cousins and nephew to working as a daycare teacher. I am...
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I have been tutoring students of all ages for about 5 years now. I almost have a degree in Biochemical Engineering, and can tutor in a variety of subjects such as Math, Science and English! I have experience with younger children as well as high school and I have tutored children to great success! I will work with the student...
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I have a masters degree in communication disorders and sciences and am a Speech-Language Pathologist. I have background information within areas of speech, language, writing, spelling, reading, dyslexia, special needs, learning disabilities, cognitive disabilities, and everything in between. I have 10+ years of working with...
Denise B.
Aurora, IL
$15-19/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm Denise I'm 21 Years Old And Have 4 Years Of Babysitting, I Do A Lot Of Babysitting For Friends!
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Hello my name is Denise, I'm currently a sales associate at a retail store. I'm a college student at waubonsee community college and will be graduating summer 2024 with my associates in science, I'll keep pressuring my career as a nurse. I started babysitting in 2019, babysitting to lovely little girls, I babysat for a year and...
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"Denise is an excellent role model for kids. She comes complete with a sense of humor, responsibility, and total control over any situation. My kids love her. "
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Samantha M.
Aurora, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I'm a caring and actively engaged care provider who loves supporting families and children of all ages. I love to read, play and organize activities based on your child/s age, ability and needs.
Currently, I'm a Nanny, Doula, Certified Lactation Counselor and a very proud Auntie. Over the last 15 years I have taught...
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"Samantha has been such a blessing to our family! She is incredibly kind, nurturing, & cares deeply for our children. When we met her, we knew immediately she would be a good fit for our family. She is always...
Reviewed by Amy B.
Kaylee K.
Naperville, IL
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Kaylee and I am a graduate from Illinois State University with a bachelors degree in elementary education with a reading endorsement. I started my teaching career I'm 2019. After graduating, I taught 5th grade. In 2020, I was a permanent building substitute in Naperville school district 203 and took on a...
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I am assistant teacher. I have 11 years of experience working with infants and children with Down Syndrome and Autism. I love working with children. I enjoy playing games, read and doing art projects. I am caring, responsible, flexible and energetic if you have more questions you can contact me. Thank you!
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"Maria is a terrific nanny. She is highly dependable, communicative and caring. She has a lot of energy and is very proactive. She is able to have fun with the kids and still help them stay accountable to their...
Reviewed by Kimberly C.
Michelle K.
Naperville, IL
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
District 203 Teacher Available For After School Care And Homework Help
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Hi, I'm Michelle! I'm a full-time District 203 high school English teacher and married mom of two college kids, a daughter and a son. I provide child care to families on evenings and weekends, and I also do occasional weekend overnight care.
When my kids were young, I was a stay-at-home mom for six years; I also have 20 years...
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"My family loves Michelle! I have 4 kids all under the age of 6. It’s a lot and it’s takes a special person to be able to have the energy and patience to navigate the logistics of the day to day with that many...
Reviewed by Ashley W.
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Hi, I am Tami. I work in my Orland Park home. At Lake Childcare Center. My passion is caring for children. Exploration into the world starts with play. I am formerly an Infant Toddler teacher turned Nanny. I have 10 years experience in childcare. I love to see children grow and learn. I am a Nanny/teacher not babysitter. I have...
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"We brought our daughter to Tami when she was 3 months old. Tami has helped develop her with tummy time, fine motor skills, self bottle feeding to walking. She is very caring and makes our little one feel safe...
Reviewed by Erin B.
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Hi! My name is Anali and I graduated from North Central College in Naperville in 2017 with a bachelors in elementary education. In addition, I also am certified as an ESL and bilingual educator in grades k-12. I have years of experience as an elementary dual language/bilingual Spanish teacher. I am available to tutor in any...
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"We've been so lucky to find Anali. Our daughter has been taking tutoring lessons with her this summer. She has been so wonderful, patient and helpful. We've seen such good improvement and confidence with my...
Reviewed by Miriam J.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Shorewood, IL
Denise B.
5.0
Denise is an excellent role model for kids. She comes complete with a sense of humor, responsibility, and total control over any situation. My kids love her.
- Care member
Samantha M.
5.0
Samantha has been such a blessing to our family! She is incredibly kind, nurturing, & cares deeply for our children. When we met her, we knew immediately she would be a good fit for our family. She is always ready to help with whatever needs we have; she is very flexible & takes the initiative. We...
- Amy B.
Maria M.
5.0
Maria is a terrific nanny. She is highly dependable, communicative and caring. She has a lot of energy and is very proactive. She is able to have fun with the kids and still help them stay accountable to their school work and home responsibilities. I highly recommend Maria.
- Kimberly C.
Michelle K.
5.0
My family loves Michelle! I have 4 kids all under the age of 6. It’s a lot and it’s takes a special person to be able to have the energy and patience to navigate the logistics of the day to day with that many kids. Michelle is that person and we couldn’t be more grateful! She shows up on time, works...
- Ashley W.
Tami L.
5.0
We brought our daughter to Tami when she was 3 months old. Tami has helped develop her with tummy time, fine motor skills, self bottle feeding to walking. She is very caring and makes our little one feel safe and loved. Our daughter is very happy to see Tami every morning and always has a big smile...
- Erin B.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Shorewood, IL
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Shorewood, IL?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Shorewood, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $17.67 per hour as of June 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 Shorewood, IL?
Care.com currently has 3 reading tutors in Shorewood, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Shorewood 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 Shorewood that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Shorewood, 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 Shorewood 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 Shorewood, IL?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Shorewood, 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 Shorewood, 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.