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Lissete C.

Tutor Made Easy With Ms. Lissy

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(0)
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$50/hr
10 years experience
I have over 20 years of experience. I can help with Test Prep, Reading, English as a Second Language and Spanish. I am fully certified in all these areas! I have taught and tutoring Elementary students, as well as, High School and Adults, in Spanish.
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Gabriella I.

Exciting Sitter

Rolling Meadows, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Gabi, and I am an elementary school teacher (BA Early Childhood Education and a minor in Special Education). I have babysat and nannied families through care. com, e-facilitated, and taught/tutored in grades pre-K-5th. I have babysat children ages infant-14yr. I am CPR certified, First-Aid/Safety certified, a...

Erin M. says "We hired Gabby to help with e-learning this winter and spring. She is very nice and patient with our spirited daughters. I would definitely recommend...

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Clariza K.

Trust Worthy & Fun Sitter!

Skokie, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
I have 5 years experience in babysitting children. I nannied for a while in the city then got a full time job and picked up weekend and some week night shifts. I can help with various duties while watching the kids such as cooking, helping with homework, doing laundry etc. I love working with all age rages of kids! I am a CTRS...

Emily M. says "Clariza was great with my 3-year-old son, and great to work with. We hired her for a special night out. She arrived early, was thoughtful in asking about...

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Shyla W.

Loving Nanny

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, My name is Shyla. I have years of experience as a nanny and a part-time babysitter. I have worked with ages from as young as 1 month and as old as 12. I have helped prepare kids for their first years of school. I also have been a tutor for older children and I am comfortable helping with online learning.

Brian W. says "Shyla is great! She really helped our family out when we needed child care with very short notice. Shyla responded promptly and wanted to be thoroughly...

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Halima K.

Full Time And Part Time Care Giver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
my name is Halima I'm Muslim I have 2 kids 23 and 18 I've been a babysitter and nanny for about 17 years all ages including an infant. I love to be with kids because they took me out from my daily routine and I love to live in their funny little world. I have my GED high school diploma I speak and write French Arabic and English...

Liana K. says "Halima was very dependable and flexible. She played with the kids, but she also made sure they did their homework. I highly recommend her."

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Laura B.

Honest, Responsible And Fun Nanny.

River Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Laura. I'm from Colombia. I'm 37 yo n I really love taking care of kids, I have 9 years of experience. My previous jobs required making meals, light cleaning, date nights, pickups and drop offs, etc. I like being a nanny I enjoy sharing time with kids, I consider I have a good amount of patience with them, I'm easygoing...

Jamie A. says "Laura (known in our home as "Lala") is amazing. We were so lucky to have her take care of our little's for nearly 3 years. Lala watched our son + another...

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Leslie P.

Part-time Nanny Available!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello, My name is Leslie and I am currently working as an ABA therapist. I just recently graduated with my masters degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and have a TON of experience caring for children outside of my work and field. I love to be active with the kids I work with but will always adjust to any family needs! I love to...

Takeisha M. says "Leslie was the best. My son loved her so much. I look forward to hiring her again!"

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Sean C.

Park Ridge, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
Hello! I have a degree in Public Relations with a minor in English from DePaul University. Until recently, I have worked in California writing campaigns for a well-known brand. I have since moved back to Chicago on account of missing the winter-just kidding! The truth is, the corporate world just wasn't for me. I have a passion...

Gretchen Q. says "Sean helped my 5th grader through remote learning during the 2020-2021 school year while both parents were at home. Sean was flexible with scheduling...

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Sean C.

Caregiver

Park Ridge, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! I am a caregiver and tutor with 2 years of experience. I believe there is nothing more important than encouraging a child's creativity and expression while also helping them to balance some of life's responsibilities! I love finding creative ways to inspire kids and make them curious about the world around them. I believe...

Mike G. says "Sean was wonderful! We hired Sean to help with childcare and various household tasks. He was reliable, punctual, dependable, an INCREDIBLY hard worker, and...

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Soung K.

Dedicated, Highly Skilled Tutor

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$80/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I'm a dedicated, highly skilled tutor with over 20 years experience. I tutor all subjects K-12 and college math and science. My expertise is in math and test prep. I have the gift of making math understandable and easy. I also teach SAT/ACT prep at high schools. I'm a former scientist with a PhD from Northwestern University and...
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Nicole Q.

Responsible Yet Fun Babysitter!

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
I'm a third-grade teacher who loves working with kids. With a few years of classroom experience, I've learned how to make learning fun and engaging for elementary-aged students. I offer tutoring sessions that help kids build strong skills in reading, writing, and math. My approach is patient and encouraging, making sure every...

Lynne G. says "Niki is an amazing babysitter!! My kids loved having her watch them, which made my time out less stressful knowing my kids will be well taken care of! You...

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Jessika F.

Schiller Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
Hi I am Jessika, I have a bachelors degree in health administration I enjoy spending time with kids I have volunteered at a elementary school for about two years. I helped young children with homework, mentored and did activities with them. I have also volunteered at my colleges' daycare center and have worked privately for...

Nayyirah C. says "Jessika is always ready to lend a helping hand. Her kind heart makes her the perfect candidate for caring for children, seniors citizens, and anyone for...

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Anna S.

Tutor

Northbrook, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have been tutoring for about 15 years and have worked with all ages, from elementary school to adult, in all the major academic subjects as well as test prep.

Heidi S. says "Anna was very helpful and supportive to my daughter with completing her online Algebra 2 and chemistry classes. We really appreciated her willingness to...

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Maria R.

Babysitter, Nanny, Tutor

Niles, IL

from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello! I'm currently working full time with family in Highland Park but I'm looking for an evening position or date night babysitting. I speak Spanish and love helping kids with homework. I also drive and have my own car!
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Bahra T.

Morton Grove, IL

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$30/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hi! I'm Bahra, a 2nd grade teacher with a passion for working with kids both in and out of the classroom. I bring patience, creativity, and a nurturing approach to every babysitting job. With my teaching experience, I'm comfortable helping with homework, planning fun activities, and creating a safe, positive environment for...
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Brittany H.

Elk Grove Village, IL

from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Brittany. I am a senior at Elmhurst College. I am a nursing major. I am CPR certified and love children. I have worked with children from infants to 14 years old. I have been babysitting since I was 12. I am able to pick up from school, prepare snacks and meals, help with homework, and prepare fun activities. Along...
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Aldiana D.

Childcare, Tutoring

Chicago, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have worked with children of all ages. I have a state certification and I am also CPR First Aid certified.
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Amanda H.

Glenview, IL

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$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hi prospective parents! My name is Amanda and I am a 43-year-old living in Glenview looking to baby-sit and/or nanny for the 24/25 school year. I have over 25 years of child care experience, both professionally and personally, and love kids. My last job was as a teacher's assistant/paraprofessional in a third through fifth grade...
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Traci R.

Niles, IL

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Traci. I'm 24 years old. I have 6 yrs experience babysitting/nanny for children all different ages from infants to 12 years old & the elderly. My duties include: housework , appointments, bathing , feeding , changing , assisting with homework , cooking, laundry , groceries, meal prep , vital signs and other...
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Cynthia B.

A Dedicated & Experienced Childcare Provider, I Bring A Nurturing & Compassionate Safe Environment.

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, I am 20 years old and have had the pleasure of gaining 5 years of experience as a caretaker for family and friends. I am a loving mother and care for others with the same passion. My focus is on making sure all children feel safe and heard. I have a lot of patience and am dedicated to helping other families. In addition...
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  • 60 tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $28.80/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated tutors is 5.0

Recent tutor reviews from local parents in Des Plaines, IL

Tutors in Des Plaines, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed tutors

Gabriella I.

We hired Gabby to help with e-learning this winter and spring. She is very nice and patient with our spirited daughters. I would definitely...

- Erin M.

Clariza K.

Clariza was great with my 3-year-old son, and great to work with. We hired her for a special night out. She arrived early, was thoughtful in...

- Emily M.

Shyla W.

Shyla is great! She really helped our family out when we needed child care with very short notice. Shyla responded promptly and wanted to...

- Brian W.

FAQs for finding tutors near me in Des Plaines, IL

Hiring a tutor in Des Plaines, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $28.80 per hour as of November 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each tutor has, the subject you need help with, and how often you will require tutoring.

Care.com currently has 20 tutors in Des Plaines, IL. You can search for tutors by their distance from Des Plaines and compare your options by hourly pay rate, the experience, the subjects they teach, and their availability. You can also see reviews from other families that have used the tutors you're interested in. If you're interested in distance learning, explore your options for online tutors.

The most popular tutoring services that you can find in Des Plaines are usually private tutoring classes in subjects such as math, chemistry, reading, English, or Spanish. On Care.com, you'll find tutors in Des Plaines who can teach different grades from high school to elementary school, or even college.

Generally, the term tutor refers to someone who helps students better understand an academic subject such as chemistry, math or English. The responsibilities a tutor can take on can vary. Some may simply help their students with areas of a subject they struggle with by instructing them and others may choose to help with homework or to review projects the student works on. There are 20 tutors near you in Des Plaines, IL that can help with a wide variety of subjects.

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