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Hello, my name is Jailynn and I am 21 years old. I am currently studying chemistry and secondary education. I have been working as a tutor for a year. I have experience tutoring 4 and 5th grade math, and high school chemistry. Typically, lessons are once or twice a week. I am happy to conduct the class in your home and to bring...
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Hello, my name is Jailynn and I am 21 years old. I have been taking care of my brother and younger cousins for 8 years now. In the summers, I work at a daycare with children of all ages. I have most experience with toddlers and infants, but I am comfortable with caring for all ages. During the school year, I work as a tutor for...
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My love for children is immeasurable. I truly enjoy spending time with kids as they are not just curious but genuine, active, and find silliness everywhere. There is so much to learn from them. At a young age, I became a second mom to my siblings which grew this innate nurturing instinct that allowed me to work with/for almost...
5.0
"Rebecca was wonderful, and we have already asked her to help again next week. Our girls had a great time with her, and we would absolutely recommend her. Thank you Rebecca!"
Reviewed by Ryan M.
Chyan R.
Schererville, IN
$20-21/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter With A Love For Caring For Children
5.0
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Caring for children has always come naturally to me. I have about 8 years experience babysitting children from newborn to 13 years old. I have babysat for over 10 families, worked as a summer camp counselor, and also worked as a medical assistant at a pediatrics office, so I am comfortable with children sick and healthy! I am...
5.0
"Excellent with the kids and reliable! "
Reviewed by Kimberly G.
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I have 12 years of experience teaching in both public and private schools and homeschooling. I have taught K, 1st, 3rd, and 4th grades as a classroom teacher and taught 1 year K-5 art. I am a nurturing teacher who thinks social/emotional learning is just as important as academic learning. I love to incorporate art, music, and...
5.0
"Aimee was a joy to have teach my then 1st grader last year. I was very hesitant to send my daughter back to school due to Covid. So I ultimately made the decision to keep her home, but knew I would have to...
Reviewed by Bridgette K.
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Hi! I was a full time junior high science teacher until 2018 (16 years).
Now I tutor all subjects in elementary, but I specialize in science for jr high students. I also teach science online.
Most often I am hired to work with students who have trouble focusing (ADHD or undiagnosed ADHD) or they need help in reading...
5.0
"I worked with Eileen as a teacher and she was awesome! Very dedicated, and has a love for learning and teaching. She would go above and beyond to make lessons exciting for students and would constantly...
Reviewed by Olga V.
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I have over 4 years of experience caring for children. I am an aunt, spent time with my nieces and nephews. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry, along with meal preparation and homework assignments especially in math and science. I make it fun! I enjoy reading out loud to the children in my care and changing voices to...
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"She is an expert dog watcher. We use her every time we need a dog sitter. She is kind, compassionate and loves animals j"
Reviewed by Jessi L.
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Hi! My name is Sophia I am an 20-year-old college student and I love children! I am looking to be an ESL teacher one day. I have 1 year of experience with kindergartners as a paraprofessional at elementary school. I have been nannying as my job for a year and a half as well! I can help with Light Housekeeping and children's...
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"Sophia has watched our children on several occasions and has always been patient, kind, and punctual. Our kids love her. Highly recommend."
Reviewed by Audrea T.
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Hi My Name Is Maria, I'm Bi-lingual With Fluency In English and Spanish Languages. My Responsibilities As A Nanny Are Preparing And Feeding Meals To Children. Homework, Board Games & amp; Outside Activities Are Some of The Things I Help Out With. I Don't Mind Some Lighthouse Keeping Or Laundry... Very Energetic & Responsible!!!
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"We love having Maria as our nanny. She has watched our toddler and baby for the last few months. She does a great job at communicating during the day & sends lots of picture & video updates. She is awesome at...
Reviewed by Sarah V.
Akriti M.
Hammond, IN
$19-37/hr
4.0
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I'm currently a Biology major student at Purdue University; I'm back home for the summer and was looking for a job. I can help your kids with their homework or whatever they need help with.
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Although I am new to care. com, I am not new to baby-sitting! I have had experience baby-sitting and nannying for about 8 years. I have watched children from a variety of ages: starting at seven months to 11 years old. I am very responsible. If your child/children attends school, I will make sure they complete their homework. I...
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I have over 4+ years of experience babysitting and nannying all ages, and can provide exceptional references along with my résumé. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have a drivers license and clear record and am able to provide transportation in my own vehicle.
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I love babies & kids they are little cute...
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"Dana is super reliable! She has great energy! She gives a speedy response, and she thought of great activities to occupy my little ones mind! We will definitely use her services again in the very near future!"
Reviewed by Tiffany G.
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Hi there! I am 34 years old & have over 20 years of nanny & babysitting experience, ages ranging from 6 weeks and up! I have 11 years of experience with individuals of all ages with various special needs. I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology & Human Development, a year & a half of Child Counseling Masters level experience,...
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"Emily is energetic and enthusiastic about child care. She showed up right on time for the interview. My 2 year old son hasn't had child care since March 2020, so I expected reluctance from him. But he took...
Reviewed by Alycia B.
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I have experience of 2 years with three children at a time, cooking for them, and doing laundry with light house keeping. I take them to the park and I take them for a walk also. I help with their homework and read to them
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Hey! My name is Teja. I have been working with kids for or over 7 years and I enjoy everyday I have kids around me. I am hard working and energetic and I spend my time studying, learning new things, and making fun experiences. In addition to being a babysitter, I have also been a camp counselor for 4 consecutive years and have...
Maura S.
Tinley Park, IL
$45-60/hr • 8 yrs exp
Science And Math Tutor-Grade 3 To College Level. Available Weeknights And Weekends.
5.0
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I have always had a passion for teaching and tutoring others. While attending the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy, I tutored elementary and high school aged students in the area and taught science summer classes through Kid's Institute. While in college, I tutored calculus for Ripon College and was the Genetics tutor at...
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"Maura is awesome! Beside being very intelligent, she is responsible, available and really good at what she does. Maura has tutored my daughter for about 1 1/2 years. Last year she helped my daughter go from C's...
Reviewed by Eva L.
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Hi! I have a little over 2 years experience with being a nanny. I feel comfortable working with up to 4 kids at a time.
I have experience with a wide range of age groups, ranging from 10 months to 10 years old, and have been hired by 4 different families from this site.
When accepting roles I like to become a part of the...
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"Mireya is a patient, kind, and reliable caregiver. She watched my 2 children (boy age 6, girl age 8) during the day and helped with their online learning. She was able to keep them on task doing their...
Reviewed by Laura T.
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Hello! I'm Maria, I am 24 and hoping to be your next caregiver! I live in the Blue Island area and am currently a preschool teacher assistant in the oak lawn area. Additionally, I have 5+ years of nannying and daycare/childcare experience. I am currently in school working towards becoming an art teacher :) I am bilingual...
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"We are new to look for a sitter on this site and replies to our mess are important for our search. Maria is dependable and prompt with responding to messages. She is also very punctual! Accountability like that...
Reviewed by Victoria R.
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I am a 2nd grade bilingual elementary teacher. My experience goes beyond babysitting. I have had to take care of 20 kids at a time, while also teaching. Therefore, I believe my experience in my classroom will carry on in any babysitting role. I am able to be fun and adventurous with kids but I am also able to teach them and...
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"Very professional, you can tell that Dalia is very passionate and caring when working with children. It was great that she was also an educator and my kids loved learning from her. No family could go wrong with...
Reviewed by Juan C.
Jakayla S.
Dolton, IL
$11-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
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I am a Junior at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. I am a management major specializing in Entrepreneurship and look forward to starting my own baking company. I have babysitting experience and look forward to expanding my experience. My availability is open and flexible. I can also tutor if needed. Need someone to watch...
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"Jakayla has been amazing to work with! She helped during the summer with my 6 month old. She's very punctual and flexible."
Reviewed by Kat T.
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Recent tutor reviews in Thornton, IL
Rebecca Z.
5.0
Rebecca was wonderful, and we have already asked her to help again next week. Our girls had a great time with her, and we would absolutely recommend her. Thank you Rebecca!
- Ryan M.
Chyan R.
5.0
Excellent with the kids and reliable!
- Kimberly G.
Aimee R.
5.0
Aimee was a joy to have teach my then 1st grader last year. I was very hesitant to send my daughter back to school due to Covid. So I ultimately made the decision to keep her home, but knew I would have to find someone that could help her with her remote learning. Needless to say the 2020-2021...
- Bridgette K.
Eileen D.
5.0
Anyone looking to hire an enthusiastic and passionate teacher/tutor will find that in Eileen. Her dedication to igniting the flame in others to learn and grow is inspiring. She has a positive mindset and a go-getter attitude. Eileen offers creative methods for approaching learning and I personally...
- Kristie L.
Kimberly A.
5.0
Kim is the Best Dog Sitter ever. I won't trust anyone else with my Dog!
- Cherie Q.
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FAQs for finding tutors near me in Thornton, IL
In 2024 how much does it cost to hire a tutor in Thornton, IL?
Hiring a tutor in Thornton, IL on Care.com will cost an average of $16.50 per hour as of May 2024. This rate may vary depending on the experience each tutor has, the subject you need help with, and how often you will require tutoring.
How can I find a tutor near me in Thornton, IL?
Care.com currently has 2 tutors in Thornton, IL. You can search for tutors by their distance from Thornton 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.
What type of tutoring services in 2024 can I find near me in Thornton, IL?
The most popular tutoring services that you can find in Thornton are usually private tutoring classes in subjects such as math, chemistry, reading, English, or Spanish. On Care.com, you'll find tutors in Thornton who can teach different grades from high school to elementary school, or even college.
What does a Thornton, IL tutor do?
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 2 tutors near you in Thornton, IL that can help with a wide variety of subjects.