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Amy L.

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

Lake Forest, IL

5.0(1)
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$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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Jess M.

Lake Forest, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'm a childcare professional with 10 years of experience caring for children from newborns to teens (16 years), including those with ASD and allergies. I earned a 4. 0 GPA in college and bring that same love of learning into my work-whether it's reading together, supporting homework, exploring nature, or getting creative with...

Care Member says "Jess did a fantastic job as our night nanny for our newborn daughter! 9pm to 9am is a tough shift, but she tackled it with gusto! Punctual,...

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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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Carolyn H.

Dedicated And Experienced Tutor In The Social Sciences, Arts, And Humanities

Lake Forest, IL

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$34/hr
5 years experience
Hello! My name is Carolyn and I have recently completed my MSc at University College Dublin in World Heritage Management in Conservation, where I focused on cultural heritage law and nationalism. I think that there is no reason that the social sciences need to be boring, and I want to share my love of literature, art, culture,...
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Rayan K.

Lake Forest, IL

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$21/hr
3 years experience
As a tutor, I've embarked on a journey of enlightenment, witnessing the transformation of eager minds. Guiding students through academic labyrinths, I've not only imparted knowledge but kindled a passion for learning. Every session is a symphony of breakthroughs, celebrating the sparkle of comprehension. Adapting my approach to...
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Ari N.

Lake Forest, IL

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$19/hr
My name is Ari, I am an 18-year-old freshman at Lake Forest College, majoring in Data Science. I prefer to tutor for Computer Science and Math classes. Some past test scores include a 5/5 in AP Computer Science A, a 4/5 in AP Statistics, a 4/5 in AP Physics, and a 31 on the ACT. Feel free to reach out with any other questions...
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Jess M.

Lake Forest, IL

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$26/hr
1 year experience
I have over a year of experience teaching the English portions of the SAT and ACT and have consistently helped students raise their scores and reach their goals!
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Becky H.

Lake Forest, IL

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$40/hr
I worked as a teaching assistant for students with autism as well as taught English to 2 and 3-year-olds. I studied Biology in college and am currently studying medicine, so science and basic math are my strong suits.
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Audrey K.

Lake Forest, IL

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$22/hr
1 year experience
As a student I know how hard learning can be. I have tutored and mentored through NHS previously. My best tutoring subjects are Math and Science, but I am open to helping with any subjects for Elementary, Middle and High School Students!
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Astrid C.

Fun And Responsible Sitter

Lake Forest, IL

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$19/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi families! I'm Astrid, a 23 years old student at Lake Forest College, majoring in Economics and Environmental Studies. I am available to babysit and/or petsit this July and August. I have full availability and am located in Lake Forest. I am fluent in Spanish and Portuguese and am available for tutoring languages and also...
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Natalia L.

Patient Tutor/Babysitter With A Unique Approach

Lake Forest, IL

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Lovely to meet you! I am a creative and compassionate tutor and babysitter with years under my belt fostering the intelligent minds of children while cultivating their innate creativity. I have experience with infants, toddlers, children and adolescents. No child is the same so my approach for fun activities or tackling their...
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Nia D.

A Little About Me!

Lake Forest, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hi! My name is Nia, and I've been babysitting since I was 14. I love working with kids because they're creative, a little weird (in the best way), and full of energy. Babysitting isn't just a job - it's a way to be a friend and a support system to make sure kids are having fun, being safe, and feeling cared for. Three words...
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Sarah K.

Part-time Tutor Available

Lincolnshire, IL

5.0(1)
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$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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Amarjargal K.

Full Time Nanny Available

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! I am a mother of two beautiful adult daughters. I have been working with kids for other families for about 10 years. I also have great references that can be provided. My background and driving records excellent. CPR and AED trained and certified. I have a car so I can take the kids to school, activities and anywhere...

Yoko M. says "She is such a caring person who will make sure the baby is safe and healthy. Always looking out for the best for everyone, nutritionally and health. She is...

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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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Ella V.

Glencoe, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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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Molly E.

Experienced Enthusiastic Young Adult

Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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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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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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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
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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  • 60 tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.42/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated tutors is 5.0

Recent tutor reviews from local parents in Lake Forest, IL

Tutors in Lake Forest, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed tutors

Amy L.

Amy is an amazing tutor. My daughters loved her.

- Laila H.

Jess M.

Jess did a fantastic job as our night nanny for our newborn daughter! 9pm to 9am is a tough shift, but she tackled it with gusto! Punctual,...

- Care member

Jennifer G.

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...

- Amanda J.

FAQs for finding tutors near me in Lake Forest, IL

Hiring a tutor in Lake Forest, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $23.42 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 12 tutors in Lake Forest, IL. You can search for tutors by their distance from Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest are usually private tutoring classes in subjects such as math, chemistry, reading, English, or Spanish. On Care.com, you'll find tutors in Lake Forest 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 12 tutors near you in Lake Forest, IL that can help with a wide variety of subjects.

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