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Tamara C.

Caring Mother of Two Young Adults Looking For Part Time Work

South Elgin, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
I will provide a safe, loving, and learning environment for your child. I am a strong advocate of the love of reading books, arts and crafts, and playing outside. I have personal experience raising my two children, who are now young adults. I also volunteered on a regular basis as a teachers aid at my children's school while...

Robin D. says "Tammy was wonderful! She arrived on time, responded quickly via email and phone. She was pleasant, experienced and a joy. Ultimately we selected full time...

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Tracy S.

Experienced Child Care Provider/Senior Care and Special Needs Care

Bartlett, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have over 20 years of child care experience, within a daycare facility, nannying, directing and teaching a church bible school, and providing home daycare out of my house. I have my CNA license and I am CPR certified with infants through adults. I am extremely compassionate and I love children and animals! I enjoy care giving...

Christina K. says "Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family that I...

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Gregory T.

Tutor For Academics And Musical Instruments

Saint Charles, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm Greg, and I'm a private tutor in St. Charles. I've been tutoring professionally since 2017 when I began teaching private lessons at a music studio. I have since started my own business and have expanded to tutoring academic subjects. Through this time I've worked both adults and kids of all ages, including public school,...

Tereza M. says "Greg is a fantastic tutor. He provides wonderful support on our homeschooling journey. It is very easy to recommend him here. Greg has a wonderful way of...

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Bryonna F.

Saint Charles, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Travel
I love children and animals they are my two favorite things in the whole world! I speak fluent English as well as Polish which I can also read and write in therefor I can teach it as well. I have cared for many children in the past from infancy to young teens so I have 4 years of experience with children from a few different...

Johanna Q. says "She is amazing, she did a great job taking care of my son and he wanted to see her again and of course we want her in the future for our next time...

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Elisabeth R.

Experienced Tutor/Mature Nanny/Babysitter For Part-Time/Full-Time

Saint Charles, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! Thanks for reading my profile. I have been providing child care for the past 13 years. I am dependable, energetic, fun, responsible, loving, and nurturing. I've loved caring for children since I was young. I have earned my BA in Psychology from North Central College with an emphasis on child development, family dynamics,...

Jackie S. says "Elisabeth has helped us out a few times and she's great! She is punctual, dependable and kind. She keeps you posted and has a way of making you feel comfy...

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Ariona L.

Part-Time Caregiver And Babysitter

Saint Charles, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hey! My name is Ariona, I am 30 years old and the mother to a beautiful 5 yo daughter who is growing way too fast. As a mother myself, I know how hard it can be to juggle caring for your child or children, working, and making sure your home is neat and tidy- especially during this pandemic. I am here to help with...

Joe M. says "Ariona is my wife and I am beyond blessed to have her as the mother of my daughter. Usually parents will bicker about how one parent does their parenting but...

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Susan M.

Full Or Part-time Nanny

Schaumburg, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I love children! I was a teacher & counselor for 15+ years. I believe healthy early development is the key to future successes. I'm warm, loving, calm, quiet & reassuring. We'll read, sing, dance, laugh, take walks, play at the park, do puzzles, swim, cook & other activities that engage the senses. I recently cared for boy/girl...

Dee T. says "Susan has been with my family for over a year and half. She's very dependable, punctual and hardly called in sick. I truly appreciate her genuine interest in...

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Tunde M.

Kind And Responsible Part-time Nanny

Schaumburg, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
I have three years of teaching (elementary school) and eight years of nannying experience. In 2019 December my husband and I were blessed with a sweet baby girl. Therefore, I would love to find a part-time job, where I could look after your child along with mine in my home in Schaumburg. My main goal is to provide a relaxed,...

Megan K. says "Tunde cared for our daughter part-time for about 7months. She was always on time, reliable, and went out of her way to make our lives easier! Our daughter...

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Syda Y.

Nanny (Full-Time) That Loves Kids

Hanover Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
As a mother of 3 kids and the eldest of 7 siblings, I have over 20 years of child care experience, so being a nanny comes very naturally for me. I believe this experience with infants to teenagers, my tutoring knowledge and arts and crafts background, makes me an excellent nanny. I am a responsible and has experience babysitter...

Rachael J. says "My 6-year-old LOVED staying with Syda. Syda cooked for her each day and played Barbies & Monster High. Syda's family (3 daughters and husband) are very...

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Nicole R.

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny Available

Saint Charles, IL

4.3(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Nicole! With 20+ years of childcare experience, including 5 years as a preschool teacher and 15 as a professional nanny, I'm dedicated to creating joyful, nurturing environments for kids of all ages. Families describe me as dependable, warm, and creative. I plan engaging activities-arts and crafts, sensory play, messy...

Amanda H. says "Nicole has been our full-time nanny for the last 4 years. Our kiddos are starting school in August 2021 and we hate to lose her! Nicole is one of the most...

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Elisabeth R.

Experienced Part-Time Tutor Available

Saint Charles, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a private tutor for the past 9 years! I have tutored all ages and enjoy seeing children learn. I have earned my BA in Psychology with my focus being on child and adolescent development and learning styles at North Central College, and have completed my music minor and a focus in business. As a result I know how to...

Brooklyn S. says "She is very passionate and upbeat! She places value in progress over the focus on a grade- which for us was the perfect fit! She worked well with my 15...

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Linda C.

Schaumburg, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
I raised two daughters who are now in university I love babies I am excellent with their routines their naps reading to them doing crafts with them I faithfully believe that the first teachers of our children are the parents and I would support the education that you decide for your children
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Jessica U.

Experienced Nanny Looking For Date Night Work

Hoffman Estates, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
*I am not looking for full-time work, only date night work* Hello! My name is Jess. I'm 30 years old and I've have been babysitting since I was about 11. I've worked with children of all ages, from newborns to middle schoolers. I have a full-time job where I currently work until 5 p.m. I am fully vaccinated and am only looking...
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Mackenzie S.

Schaumburg, IL

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$14/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello and thank you for taking some time to read my profile. I am home for the summer from my first year in college and am looking to earn some money. Given I have two younger brothers I know I would make a great babysitter. I like working with kids because they're fun, easy to deal with, and I like teaching them new things. I...
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Tyesha P.

Streamwood, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Educated helping service professional with experience in human service settings and management. History of establishing rapport and building leadership that motivates those around me. Striving to make a positive impact on others by continuing to be an active influencer in my community. Specializing in Elementary Aide for...
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Ella K.

Saint Charles, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
Hi families! I graduated in May with a degree in Elementary Education and Early childhood and a minor in child advocacy studies. I have 3 years of experience with nannying (ages 5-13) and also 2 years of experience as a preschool teacher. I am willing to help on date nights or weekends. I have limited availability during the...
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Taylor K.

Tutor

Geneva, IL

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$15/hr
I have my Early Childhood teaching license and am certified by the State of Illinois to teach birth-3rd grade, including special education preschool. I have experience in a variety of classrooms, and currently teach in an Early Childhood Special Education classroom.
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Laurie H.

Saint Charles, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
travel
I love to read with kids, play outside if it's nice out & I love to see kids happy!! Go on walks, go to park, ride bikes. Help with homework if needed.
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Allison W.

Hanover Park, IL

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$20/hr
15 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello there! My name is Allison (or Allie), and I'm here to help! I'm a Lead Preschool Teacher with over 15 years of experience working with children of all ages, including infants. Whether you have one child or a few, no problem--I'm a mom of four myself and fully confident in caring for multiple children at once. I love...
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Jillian S.

Helpful/Positive Tutor

Schaumburg, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hello there, My name is Jillian. I have a Masters in Music, however I have experience in other areas of study. I love learning as well as teaching. I have instructed all age groups in a variety of subjects. I'm positive and patient in my approach. I also try to be sensitive to the clients learning style. I come from a place of...
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in South Elgin, IL

Reading Tutors in South Elgin, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Tamara C.

Tammy was wonderful! She arrived on time, responded quickly via email and phone. She was pleasant, experienced and a joy. Ultimately we...

- Robin D.

Tracy S.

Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family...

- Christina K.

Gregory T.

Greg is a fantastic tutor. He provides wonderful support on our homeschooling journey. It is very easy to recommend him here. Greg has a...

- Tereza M.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in South Elgin, IL

Hiring a local reading tutor in South Elgin, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $15.00 per hour as of November 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 1 reading tutors in South Elgin, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from South Elgin 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 South Elgin 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 South Elgin 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 South Elgin, 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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