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Lauren G.

Private Teacher

Highwood, IL

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Master's Degree in Education and over 20 years of classroom experience teaching math, English, language arts, science, music/drama and art. I currently hold an Illinois certificate teaching 1st - 9th grade with endorsements in math, language arts, social studies and art. In addition, I have over 7 years experience as a...

Masha L. says "Lauren is the perfect tutor for our son with reading challenges. She is to the point with him and he is now motivated to learn and to excel. Super happy we...

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Alejandra V.

Highwood, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Alejandra V, and I've worked with children for 8+ years in daycares, private homes, and as a volunteer at a homework club. I've cared for kids ages 6 weeks to 12 years and love supporting their growth at every stage. I enjoy planning creative, educational activities especially crafts and outdoor play that spark curiosity...

Kendall B. says "Alejandra is a fabulous babysitter! She became fast friends with our 6-year-old and indulged her in crafts, taught her some Spanish, and even taught her...

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Lauren G.

Professional Art, Math, Social Studies, and Language Arts Educator.

Highwood, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
For the past 7 years I have been working with families in the North Shore as a Nanny/House Manager/Family Assistant and Professional Tutor. My experience includes 20 years as a classroom teacher where I taught math, art, English, language arts and a drama/music class to 7th grade students. Over the course of my life I have...

Andrea F. says "Lauren is extremely trustworthy and hugehearted. Her every decision is based upon what is in your Family's best interests. She has an incredibly strong...

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Luna A.

Tutoring Bio!

Highwood, IL

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$28/hr
1 year experience
I specialize in mathematics and test preparation for pre-k and elementary school students (can do Middle School as well) with experience teaching in classrooms. I believe in creating personalized learning plans tailored to each student's strengths and needs, building a supportive environment to encourage academic growth. My...
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Payten K.

Full-Time Nanny / House Manager

Highwood, IL

from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Payten. I'm an experienced nanny and household manager looking for a full-time, long-term position where I can support your family by providing nurturing childcare while keeping your household running smoothly. Over the past six years, I've cared for children ranging in age from infants to teenagers, including...
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Katherine K.

Highland Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi! I have 3 years of full-time nanny experience, and have babysat for countless families. I have also worked as a camp counselor, tutored at Kumon, and volunteered at schools and daycares. I'm very patient and responsible with kids, safety is my number one priority. I have a reliable car, am comfortable with pets, and am CPR...

Kristen S. says "We feel so lucky to have been able to have Kara as part of our family. It is so bittersweet losing her. We were so sad that she was leaving our family...

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Vanessa C.

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have been working as a sitter/nanny since 2018 and am currently seeking a position as a sitter/nanny during the early morning/afternoon hours. I have availability between 5 a.m. -2 p.m. Thanks! Over the years, I have held positions working with both preschool and school-age children as a babysitter, a nanny, a tutor in...

Courtney J. says "I hired Vanessa as my 1 year old daughter's babysitter. She is punctual, mature, responsible, kind and caring. She is also a great listener. She...

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Sarah K.

Lincolnshire, IL

5.0(0)
from
$35/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello, I am Sarah and I am a college graduate and I can teach mathematics, english and science. I have had about 6 years of experience tutoring from second graders to college graduates. I teach a variety of subjects from basic mathematics, calculus, english, science, chemistry, biology as well as other subjects.
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Jennifer G.

A Little Bit About Me

Lake Forest, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Hello, my name is Jennifer I have been working with kids a little over 3 years. I have volunteered at after school clubs for kids to do homework. I am very active and I love to go on runs, and go hiking with my mom. I am a big family person and my family means everything to me. I am also bilingual and I have taken sign language...

Amanda J. says "Jennifer is a great babysitter she was very nice And an excellent worker. She got along really well with our 5 year old they did crafts played outside and...

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Ella V.

Glencoe, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
My name is Ella. Looking for a position as a nanny. I was a full-time nanny and a part-time babysitter for 15 years. I love to read, play games, go on all kinds of outings with the children, and help with homework and more. I am a very caring, warm, and fun-loving child care provider and have a wide range of child care...

Care Member says "Ella is great with children and babies. She is very helpful and a kind person. She is experienced from bathing, feeding, changing diapers, doing...

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Memory M.

About Me

Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
With over a decade of childcare experience, I offer tailored care for children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. My duties include laundry, meal prep, homework help, and all general childcare tasks. Rooted in kindness and patience, I create a nurturing environment where children feel valued and supported. I'm committed to...

Lisa T. says "Memory is part of our family! She has taken care of our kids for the last 5 years and is absolutely adored by both of our kids, my husband and I. LOVING,...

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Margaret C.

Short Notice Availability

Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Margaret! I grew up in Highland Park, IL and discovered my passion for working with children early on while babysitting my nieces and nephews-especially during summer breaks. I've always had a natural connection with kids, thanks to my energetic spirit and love for creating fun, engaging activities. Being a nanny is...

Natalie V. says "We interview Margaret twice, once in public and then at our home with the children. She was professional, easy to communicate with, and seemed confident...

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Viktoriya V.

Vernon Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I'm a structural engineer with a Bachelor's and Master's degree from the Illinois Institute of Technology. I've been tutoring high school mathematics for over five years, and I also spent two years as a math and English tutor at Kumon. I have also experience with tutoring for CPS HSAT exam at Chitown tutoring. I offer both...

Care Member says "Viktoriya is a great tutor and I can definitely see improvements in my son. She is detailed and is able to motivate him so i really appreciate that. "

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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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Meenakshi C.

Happy Go Lucky Sitter And Friendly

Lake Bluff, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
Craft assistance
I am a PART TIME TEACHER for the past 7 years. I work in 4 school districts including elementary and middle schools. I started working as a part time teacher in 2016 and continue working for the same schools till date. I have worked as a CASHIER at KOHLS before switching career as a part time teacher. I am a Happy go Lucky...

Nichole H. says "Hired to care for my 3 yo son. They hit it off right away. No issues. On time and great communication. Will use again."

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Sarah K.

Part-time Tutor Available

Lincolnshire, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
I enjoy working with children. I have worked with them for about two years, where I helped teach, watch over them and provide what they needed to be comfortable. I believe that from my experiences, I have learned to be patient and able to relate with them very well.

Megan C. says "I was nervous to try Care.com, but when Sarah showed up - it was so great and all worries went away! Sarah is wonderful to work with and my son...

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Amina F.

Sun-shine

Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I worked all my college years as a nanny during the day and went to college in the evening. My nanny experience was with new born, toddlers and teenagers during all my 6 years of college. I continued taking care of the kids, tutoring them, driving them for activities, Dr apt. I also did grocery shopping, cooking and kids...

Laura B. says "Amina has been with our family since June 2023 when I returned to work and we needed care for our 4mo old daughter. I am so thankful that we found Amina....

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Amy L.

Part-time Tutoring For Children K-6, Certified Teacher With Experience

Lake Forest, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a certified teacher of K-8th grades who has taken time off to raise my own children. I have taught 4th, 2nd, and 1st grades and having training in behavior therapy. I am available during after school and early evening hours and have reasonable rates.

Laila H. says "Amy is an amazing tutor. My daughters loved her."

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Lawrence R.

Kind, Patient, Educated, And Experienced Tutor.

North Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Larry. In 2012, I earned a magnum cum laude degree in English and History at Loyola University Chicago. The summer before beginning, I worked as a tutor for my intellectually disabled teenage cousin, teaching him how to perform basic operations with fractions. From sophomore year onward, I worked as a tutor at The...

Courtney H. says "Lawrence is absolutely a very dedicated, caring, diligent,detailed tutor. He goes above and beyond in helping his students learn and grow academically....

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Molly E.

Experienced Enthusiastic Young Adult

Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Molly! I'm a responsible, caring, and energetic caregiver with a passion for working with children. As a college student at the University, I'm majoring in Advertising with a minor in Media Studies, and I love using my creativity to engage kids in fun, educational activities. With experience in childcare and a natural...

Care Member says "Molly is great! She watched my two kids (B-7 and G-12) and they loved her. She took them to the park, made lunch, and hung with the kids all day. I came...

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  • 60 tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $33.00/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated tutors is 5.0

Recent tutor reviews from local parents in Highwood, IL

Tutors in Highwood, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed tutors

Lauren G.

Lauren is the perfect tutor for our son with reading challenges. She is to the point with him and he is now motivated to learn and to excel....

- Masha L.

Alejandra V.

Alejandra is a fabulous babysitter! She became fast friends with our 6-year-old and indulged her in crafts, taught her some Spanish, and...

- Kendall B.

Lauren G.

Lauren is extremely trustworthy and hugehearted. Her every decision is based upon what is in your Family's best interests. She has an...

- Andrea F.

FAQs for finding tutors near me in Highwood, IL

Hiring a tutor in Highwood, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $33.00 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 5 tutors in Highwood, IL. You can search for tutors by their distance from Highwood 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 Highwood are usually private tutoring classes in subjects such as math, chemistry, reading, English, or Spanish. On Care.com, you'll find tutors in Highwood 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 5 tutors near you in Highwood, IL that can help with a wide variety of subjects.

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