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I have been tutoring since 2012. I tutor ages 5-16 and am highly motivated in helping youth reach their full potential in any academic area. I pride myself in trying to make the best impact and progress on every child that I help along their educational journey. My favorite quote is that if I don't have the answer Ill always go...
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My name is Miranda and I am currently finishing school. I'm studying to become a high school English teacher and devote as much time as I can to homework, reading, and writing.
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I have seven years of teaching experience. I am finishing my Masters in Education degree. Services Offered; Reading and Math Intervention Program, Math Skill Building, Homework Help, College Prep Course (Credit Obtainment), ACT Prep Course, High School Credit Recovery (Credit Obtainment), Homeschooling (Credit Obtainment), Test...
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Hello! My name is Jaela. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. I am child care professional with over six years of experience as a babysitter, nanny, and nursery school teacher. I am passionate about education and I adore children of all ages. I am skilled at tailoring my teaching and approaches to care to each...
Bridget S.
Munster, IN
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I love working with children of all ages. Gaining knowledge is such an awesome achievement, and I love to be a part of that satisfaction. I pride myself on being patient, kind, and capable of teaching children the way they learn best.
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Hello! I am a certified Special Education teacher and a certified general education teacher. I have five years experience teaching in multiple school settings (kindergarten, 2nd grade, special education (k-2nd grade) and (k-4th). I also have over six years of tutoring experience for children from kindergarten to eighth grade. I...
Bess F.
Hammond, IN
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hello! I am a senior at Purdue University where I am majoring in Elementary Education. I have over 7 years of experience working with in daycare, tutoring, and school settings. I am currently student teaching full time. I believe that all students have the ability to succeed in school when given the right conditions. I would...
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Hello! Let me introduce myself so we can see if I'd be a good fit for your family. I have been raising my 5 awesome kids while going to college and working for most of my adult life! I was born to take care of children. Besides the experience of taking care of my own children, I have done in-home daycare, worked at the hospital...
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Hello! I have several years of experience tutoring, mentoring, and coaching undergraduate students in a variety of social science disciplines. I have been recognized by university and Scholarship for my superior intellectual ability and scholastic achievement. I look forward to helping your student achieve their academic and...
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Hello, my name is Brianna! I am a K-5 tutor. I have a Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education from Chicago State University. I am a kindergarten teacher! I have taught kindergarten for 6 years and first grade for one year. My favorite things to do when I am not teaching are shopping, crafting, traveling, and playing sports....
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My name is Nyla and thank you so much for considering me for your child care needs!
I am currently enrolled in school for accounting full-time. Before I started accounting, I studied education for 4 years and nearly finished. Throughout that time, I worked with children of all ages from the time I was 18-24. I've...
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My name is Erin and I am currently a 5th grade teacher in Cicero, Illinois. This is my 6th year as a teacher. My previous 4 years I worked as a 3rd grade co-teacher where 30% of my students had an IEP. My first year I was a 4th grade co-teacher. I have experience across all ages, personalities and backgrounds! Right now my...
Eliza P.
South Holland, IL
$8-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I'd describe my personality as caring, energetic, respectful.
I like working with kids because I get the opportunity to help and teach children how to write, read and etc, also working with children give me the ability to see an difference in help children lean in a early stage.
I started working with kids when I was 17, I...
Erikka C.
Crestwood, IL
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Let Me Make Your Life Easier! Part Time Babysitter Available
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My name is Erikka! I hope this message finds you well. I would like to extend my services to you in order to assist in your babysitting/tutoring needs. I have 5 years of tutoring experience and 7 years of babysitting experience. These children range from 1-year-old to 12th grade. I am currently a kindergarten teacher...
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I have over 5 years of experience teaching a variety of subjects including mathematics ranging from 1st grade through 12th grade. I also worked multiple years in test prep covering ACT and SAT. I can comfortably teach and assist with all subjects K-8. I'm a very positive and encouraging person who enjoys working with students.
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"Charles is wonderful! He has a great attitude and great knowledge. He helped improve math scores tremendously!"
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I'd describe my personality as patient, fun, and outgoing
I enjoy playing games, drawing, and teaching children new things.
I am looking for child care jobs that give parents the opportunity to work, go out, or get other things accomplished.
I started working with kids when I was 12 years old as a babysitter. Once I was...
Diamond J.
Country Club Hills, IL
$23/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I love working with kids and knew I wanted to work with kids in elementary school, once I got in 5th-6th grade, my teacher always let me go to the preschool classes & help the teachers/read them books. I also took Parenting classes in highschool which helped out because now I am an active babysitter/nanny. Im available...
London J.
Glenwood, IL
$50-100/hr • 10 yrs exp
Highly Qualified Academic Support And Enrichment Teacher
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I am entering my 14th year as an elementary and middle school teacher. I have taught every grade 1st-5th, and spent the majority of my career in 2nd, 3rd, and 5th grade. I have a Master's in Teaching Elementary Education and am very strong at building relationships with students and making learning fun. I have a pretty flexible...
Krishell B.
Olympia Fields, IL
$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hi, my Name is Krishell I've been babysitting about 4 years now. I love playing games with kids, reading books,
, doing arts and crafts , and going to the park. I will clean, make dinner, help with homework , and help the kids get to bed on time. I have worked with children from age 2 months - 10 years old. I am responsible,...
Andrea M.
Oak Forest, IL
$16/hr • 15 yrs exp
Hello, My Name Is Andrea And I Would Love To Work With You And Your Children!
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I'd describe my personality as caring, mindful, and honest.
I like working with kids because they have such a creative imagination and they can make any situation funny.
I'm looking for a job that is fun and challenging.
I started working with kids since I was 9 years old at my church. I volunteered in the nursery . I...
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Thornton, IL
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Thornton, IL?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Thornton, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $48.00 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 Thornton, IL?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Thornton, IL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Thornton 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 Thornton that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Thornton, 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 Thornton 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 Thornton, IL?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Thornton, 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 Thornton, 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.