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I have 15 years of experience working with children ages 2-12. Most of that time was spent tutoring in math and reading. I am currently a private piano instructor in the early childhood department focusing on ages 2-6yrs old. I am also CPR and First Aid certified. I prioritize the safety and wellness of those under my care. I am...
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I have helped my friends with children with various projects and subjects as needed. I have two nieces that I help my sister with get ready for kindergarten and preschool.
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Hello! I am a recent college grad (Grand Valley State University in Grand Rapids, MI) with a degree in English and secondary education and a Spanish teaching minor. I have experience working with all age groups from infants to teenagers. I have worked in a daycare since I began working, and I have experience working with older...
Marjorie K.
Highland, IN
$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have 40 years of teaching experience. I can help with Special Education and Science. I love teaching young ones to read. I also enjoy anything with language arts. I will research items if needed to help students prepare for subjects. I find social studies interesting and create lessons to get students excited to learn.
Bess F.
Hammond, IN
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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My name is Bess and I am an elementary teacher in northwest Indiana. I am First Aid and CPR Certified. I have over 12 years of experience working with children in many different settings. Some of my hobbies include music, crafts, theater, and reading. I would love to share these with your children! I believe it is important to...
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I have been tutoring since I was in the 4th grade (I am currently a college student). I tutor in math and English, which are my two strongest subjects. My 3. 5 college GPA and high standardized testing scores are what qualify me as a great tutor for students from 1st to 12th grade.
Victorya W.
Park Forest, IL
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I have tutored people since I was a Junior in high school. I have tutored students in high school and elementary level students as well.
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Hi future scholars and parents. My name is Tameka , and I am so excited to be working with your scholar. I have been a full time educator for 25 years. I am certified to teach English Language Arts (ELA), Reading, Writing, and Social Studies. I am currently a Middle School ELA Teacher. I service scholars in grades 6-8. One of...
Rachel N.
Dyer, IN
$16-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I'd describe my personality as adaptive, creative, and outgoing.
I like working with kids because there is a never a dull moment when you are with them. Kids are fun and optimistic and can always brighten your mood. They can also teach you things that you may have forgotten from your childhood.
I'm looking for a job that makes...
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I have experience in most subjects up to the high school/college level. I graduated high school a year early with honors. I scored 1320 (of 1600) on my SAT. I have two Associate's degrees in Science and General Studies from Moraine Valley, both graduated with a 4. 0 GPA. I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Management from DePaul...
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Hello and good day, A little bit about myself: I am a "retired" mom of my own 3 children who are grown and moving on in their adult lives and of whom I am very proud: A teacher with his masters, a Realtor, and a Physical Therapist. Over the past 6 years I have worked with 4 families, two of whom have moved out of state one was a...
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"Eileen has worked for my family for the past year. In that time she has grown to become our beloved full-time nanny to our nearly 2 year old son. Eileen is always on time, is able to pick up extra hours, and...
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I have been working with students in early childhood education for over 20 years. I enjoy working with students who are struggling as well as excelling.
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I'd describe my personality as fun loving, energetic, and honest.
I like working with kids because children are so full of energy and happiness. I get an opportunity to help teach a new generation.
I started working with kids when my baby sister was born. I started babysitting my cousins and taking care of neighbors kids when...
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Dedicated assistance with your kids of all ages. Coming from a large family-with over 20 nieces and nephews, I have 25+ years of experience. Being active is my thing. I love helping kids to read, vocabulary, sentence structure, science projects etc. I tutor/homework the right way: getting a feel for how they learn & helping them...
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"Shannon was amazing! She spent a couple of afternoons with my daughter over a holiday weekend. My daughter is high functioning on the autistic spectrum. Shannon showed her around, let her do some shopping,...
Reviewed by Bonnie-jeanne G.
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Hi! I work for Primrose School of Buckhead as a assistant teacher. I'm looking for more opportunities to care for children due to it being something I'm honestly really good at on the side of my passion for wholistic healing for all ages. I love to be outdoors and indoors. I love arts and craft in terms of creating something out...
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"Jessica sat twice for my children (first time on very short notice). She was outstanding and immediately engaging with the kids, quickly learning their likes and interest. My kids had a fantastic time with...
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Janiyah L.
Gary, IN
$14-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Crafty kids care is a full-time nannying business. My business quote is "Where imagination happens" I am currently a psychology student with an early childhood minor. I moved from the midwest to georgia to pursue full time childcare. I have worked with many communities and ethnicities, I have been a youth teacher at my church. I...
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"She was so kind, My girls loved her! they still ask about her until this day!"
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Brianna B.
Burbank, IL
$19-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I have cared for children of family members, family friends, and children from Care. com. Most children, if not all, take to me quickly. There have been many occasions where I have only been needed for a one-time job, but then end up becoming a reoccurring nanny for the family. I love taking care of children from any age...
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"Brianna is very sweet and caring. She did not treat our children as if they were a chore. She treated them as if they were family. Our 2 year old adored her and her playfulness and our newborn grew very...
Reviewed by Krystal R.
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I have 5 years of experience. I can help with travel and light housekeeping. I love cooking, reading, fitness, and nature. I love to travel, explore and be creative. I have lots of experience with children as I've nannied several children from infancy. I've also taught and taught children 4+ in music and yoga. I have a good...
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"We are so lucky to have Ashley taking are of our two years old daughter.
Ashley is reliable and friendly. Our daughter loves hanging pout with her.
We will definitely hire her again."
Reviewed by Pornchanok K.
Alexis T.
Chicago, IL
$20-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Hardworking, Dedicated, Responsible, Loyal And Honest Worker
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I began baby sitting/nanny about 15years ago. I was a nanny for a 11 month and transport 4-year-old brother to school and home. During the job I would provide different types of activities such as reading, building puzzles, play board games, arts & craft, learning activities.. etc) As for infants, I enjoy caring and providing...
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"We hired Alexis as a Nanny for our two kids from Oct 2018 - July 2019, she looked after our sons from when the youngest was 3months and the oldest was 3yrs. We only let her go as we had an unexpected work...
Reviewed by Caroline H.
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I have cared for children in their homes, in a hospital (CNA-30 years), in a nursing home setting and as a respite worker. Some of the things I did with the children were: take them to park, the movies, Kiddleland, Chuck 'E' Cheese, skating, plays, bowling, for walks, the library and museums, arts and crafts, games, read books...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Thornton, IL
Eileen C.
5.0
Eileen has been with our family since September of 2018, she has helped us welcome two newborns over that time and has cared for 3 kids under 6, during that time she has loved them all as if they were her own. Eileen has become a part of our family. Eileen has enriched our Children's lives with her...
- Matt B.
Shannon M.
5.0
Shannon was amazing! She spent a couple of afternoons with my daughter over a holiday weekend. My daughter is high functioning on the autistic spectrum. Shannon showed her around, let her do some shopping, took her on the train. I wish she lived near us.
- Bonnie-jeanne G.
Jessica P.
5.0
Jessica sat twice for my children (first time on very short notice). She was outstanding and immediately engaging with the kids, quickly learning their likes and interest. My kids had a fantastic time with her. Jessica was very flexible and communicative, and I can’t recommend her enough!
- Care member
Janiyah L.
5.0
She was so kind, My girls loved her! they still ask about her until this day!
- Care member
Brianna B.
5.0
Brianna is very sweet and caring. She did not treat our children as if they were a chore. She treated them as if they were family. Our 2 year old adored her and her playfulness and our newborn grew very attached to her. Sadly, due to our move, we are no longer able to have her babysit for us
- Krystal R.
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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.