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- Licensed teacher in the state of Illinois
- 7 years teaching experience Pre-K through 5th
- All subject areas, including music and art
- Quality curriculum provided upon request
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I am a certified teacher and have tutored math and Spanish for a few years now.
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I have been a tutor of English and Literacy for 10 years. I was an English and P. E teacher in the UK (for grades 7-11), but now am a Professor of Literacy, Language and Culture and work at Judson University and Elgin Community College as a Professor of Literacy/English. My PhD has afforded me the opportunity to become a reading...
Mariah N.
Sycamore, IL
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I am home for winter break looking for any childcare opportunities. I have multiple references in terms of previous childcare and have experience with young babies as well as young and older children. I bring a fun, social personality to the table and can offer other resources such as tutoring. I work as a tutor and now have...
Emily M.
DeKalb, IL
$10-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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I am a second grade teacher with many years of child care experience. I have worked with infants through teenagers. I am pet friendly, have a reliable vehicle, and I can help with homework. On a lighter note, I love arts and crafts, reading, outdoor activities, and animals.
I do have a full time teaching job this school year...
5.0
"Emily has been our nanny for the 2015/2016 school year. She is very good with my 2 boys who are 2 and 4. She is caring, organized and friendly."
Reviewed by Nikki S.
Emily M.
DeKalb, IL
$20-45/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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I am a second grade teacher with many years of child care experience. I have worked with infants through teenagers. I am pet friendly, have a reliable vehicle, and I can help with homework., and animals.
I do have a full time teaching job this school year and we are back in person so I am only available after school and on the...
5.0
"She is doing her clinicals in my 5th grade classroom. She is very helpful with students,knowledgeable and organized."
Reviewed by Nikki S.
Abbie K.
Hampshire, IL
$30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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I'd describe my personality as hardworking, patient and loving
I like working with kids because they make me happy.
I'm looking for a job that I can work 46-50 hrs per week
I started working with kids when I was 15 years old
In my spare time, I like to read books and spend time with my son and my mom
One thing you should...
5.0
"Abbie is a wonderful sitter. Abbie has babysat for us for a few months now. Initially, she came highly recommended by a fellow parent- for whom she was a full-time nanny. And I can see why !! Abbie is always...
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I am a fun, energetic, and a compassionate mother with 21years as a Mom. I have raised my 2 children alone. One boy and one girl ages 21 and 18 years old. My children are my life, and I have very lovely memories of them being little. I live for those days and feel that my calling is being a mother. My job as a mother is not as...
5.0
"Tiffany is wonderful with children and she knows her job very well. Will stay late if you need her to and will go that extra mile. I would hire her again in a minute if I was looking for someone. If you need...
Reviewed by Laura B.
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While growing up as the oldest of six children, I had many opportunities to be a caregiver and educator, which led me to obtain my Bachelor of Arts degree in Educational Studies. I'm also a nature lover at heart and outdoor fitness enthusiast, which then led me to earn my Master's Degree in Recreation Administration. After...
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"Rachel is the child care supervisor at the fitness center I work at. I work behind the front desk and have the opportunity to watch her and her interaction with children and parents on a daily basis. She...
Reviewed by Sue K.
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I am a current fourth-year graduate student in the Clinical Pscyhology PhD program at NIU. I have been babysitting off and on since I was 13 years old, and I love working with children. In my previous babysitting jobs, I have worked primarily with children ranging in age from about 3 through 12 and have provided "date night"...
Addison M.
DeKalb, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm Addison. Currently a stay at home mom to two girls, B, 2 & P, 8mo. In addition to them, I'm looking to care for 1-2 more children in my home. I have 10+ years babysitting experience, have nannied for multiple families and have worked at 2 day cares. Once my girls both start preschool I will be going back to school to...
Samantha S.
DeKalb, IL
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My Name Is Samantha S, I Am 18 And Currently Studying Early Childhood Education At NIU
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I'd describe my personality as compassionate, outgoing, and responsible.
I'm looking for a job that has consistent hours. I am also looking to care for children of any age.
I started working with kids when I was 13 by babysitting kids in my neighborhood and ever since then have been working with children in some capacity. I...
Breanna G.
DeKalb, IL
$18-19/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hi families! I am a senior in college. I work 100% online so have full flexibility! I have over 300 hours of clinical hours in a classroom setting as well as a reading endorsement. I have experience with online tutoring, lesson planning, social emotional learning, students with disabilities, and babysitting!
I am looking for a...
Katie B.
DeKalb, IL
$16-21/hr
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I am a positive and outgoing young woman who just graduated college! I have hands on experience with remote learning as well as student teaching in the second grade as well as clinical work in 1st-3rd! My passion is working with kids, they truly light up this world!
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Hello, my name is Wendy. I am currently an instructional support coach, however, I have over 20 years of experience in the 1st and 2nd grade classrooms tutoring. Although my experience is mostly in primary, I can also provide reading or writing services for grades 3rd-5th grade. I base my instruction on what the student needs to...
Sierra C.
Cortland, IL
$14-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Educator In District 428 Making It Her Goal To Help With Kids Outside Of School. :)
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Hello! I currently work as a substitute paraprofessional in d428. I have worked with the Gen Ed and Special Ed population for 3 years. Just like the Gen Ed population, I find it very important to foster a safe and loving environment for children with special needs while exercising skills in patience and de-escalation.
My...
Cassidy T.
Genoa, IL
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am looking for a morning/before school childcare job for next school year (24/25)! I have been working with children aged infant to pre-teen in a variety of settings and positions for 12 years including but not limited to swim instructor, nanny, and preschool teacher. I am CPR and First-Aid certified. I have a degree in Early...
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As the oldest child, grandchild, and great-grandchild I have always been the go-to babysitter. I am my parent's only child, but both have children with other people; both found themselves as single parents, and I had to fill in the gaps.
My siblings are five, six, seven, and 11 years younger than me; young and silly myself, I...
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Hello! I'm Ashley. I adore children and would love to take care of yours! I was a nanny for a couple months for a family with a 5-year-old and a 2-year-old. My job was to help with chores around the house and help teach the 5-year-old how to read. I also nannied for a year for a 6-year-old. I had to work on her behavior, cook...
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"Ashley is great with our girls and always keeps them busy learning and having fun. She tailors her care to fit ours and the kid needs. She is awesome!"
Reviewed by Bill C.
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I currently teach in a self-contained special education classroom. This is my 10th year of teaching. I hold a Master's degree in Curriculum & Instruction with Specialized Endorsements in Special Education and English as a Second Language from National Louis University. I also have a bachelor's degree in Elementary...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Sycamore, IL
Emily M.
5.0
Emily has been our nanny for the 2015/2016 school year. She is very good with my 2 boys who are 2 and 4. She is caring, organized and friendly.
- Nikki S.
Emily M.
5.0
She is doing her clinicals in my 5th grade classroom. She is very helpful with students,knowledgeable and organized.
- Nikki S.
Abbie K.
5.0
Abbie was pretty much life changing for us when she started caring for our 1 yr old and 3 yr old. She was exceptionally diligent, reliable and cheerful for us and caring, patient and kind with the children. We really appreciated the extra yard Abbie would always go to help us all out and we’ve...
- Care member
Tiffany S.
5.0
Tiffany is wonderful with children and she knows her job very well. Will stay late if you need her to and will go that extra mile. I would hire her again in a minute if I was looking for someone. If you need any other information please feel free to email me.
- Laura B.
Rachel V.
5.0
Rachel is the child care supervisor at the fitness center I work at. I work behind the front desk and have the opportunity to watch her and her interaction with children and parents on a daily basis. She transformed our Child Care from a "drop off" to a destination! Children spend time doing yoga...
- Sue K.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Sycamore, IL
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Sycamore, IL?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Sycamore, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 per hour as of April 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 Sycamore, IL?
Care.com currently has 4 reading tutors in Sycamore, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Sycamore 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 Sycamore that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Sycamore, 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 Sycamore 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 Sycamore, IL?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Sycamore, 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 Sycamore, 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.