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Diana W.

Attentive And Gentle

Des Plaines, IL

4.2(1)
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$22/hr
17 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I've cared for babies and kids in many families for more than 15 years. I was also a public school teacher (various subjects from Kindergarten through high school, including Spanish.) I can adapt to any situation: schedule changes, caring for kids while parents are home, getting along with visiting relatives. And for...

Care Member says "It was a privilege to employ Diana as our son’s nanny for over two years. Diana was a hardworking, reliable, and loving caregiver to our son since he...

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Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
My name is Natalie , I'm 57 years old . I have teaching degree and over 20 years of experience working at a education center as an infant room teacher . I'm CPR/First Aid certified . I have a clean driving record and background . I'm friendly , supportive, and good at multitasking . I love working with children , and especially...

Alex B. says "Natalie was an absolutely wonderful nanny to my 3-month-old son. As a first-time mom, I was so nervous looking for a nanny, but as soon as I interviewed...

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Nanny

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
In my history of being a nanny and a Special Education Teacher Assistant, I have always treated the children in my care as an extension of my own family. I worked as a full time nanny from 2012 to 2020 for several families. In that time period, there was a brief pause to nannying while I cared for my elderly mother in my home...

Erica F. says "We enjoyed meeting Judy. Her reference said she was "phenomenal." She seemed to have great maternal instincts as well."

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Certified Teacher With Fifteen Years Of Experience In Education

Des Plaines, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I teach students to become successful readers, writers, and mathematicians! I have experience tutoring students from the elementary school level up to college. Through the use of my teaching strategies and strong passion for education, I can provide your child with the tools that they need to be successful. I believe that each...
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Experienced Nanny And Teachers Assistant

Des Plaines, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
-Nanny for a family with 3 children (3mo-11 yo) for 3 years. -TA at a Daycare (infants-12 years old) For 2 years. Great driving record and plenty of experience!
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Fun And Caring Elementary Teacher!

Des Plaines, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! I graduated from the University of Missouri with my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education. I am certified to teach in Missouri and Illinois. I have worked with children of all ages since high school, as well as children with special needs! I love helping children with school work. My hobbies include hiking, sports,...
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Part-Time Tutor

Des Plaines, IL

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$75/hr
10 years experience
My name is Nelli and I am a special education teacher and IEP case manager with an ESL endorsement. I specialize in executive functioning and can help students with managing assignments, implement study skills, task initiation, and self advocacy. I can also help students academically across all subjects with a speciality in math
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Des Plaines, IL

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$21/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I currently work in behavioral therapy and help my clients with homework at times. I have experience teaching in preschool settings and am pursuing a bachelors degree in special education. I would love to chat more if I sound like a good fit. Thanks!
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Katharina K.'s Photo

Des Plaines, IL

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$22/hr
I can help anyone who needs a tutor. I speak German as well. I can also help with drama, music, and art especially!!
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Des Plaines, IL

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$23/hr
I've done a preschool practicum where I got to create lesson plans for English, math, and art, which really helped me learn how to keep kids engaged while teaching them something new. I've also tutored my younger cousins in subjects like English, social studies, math, and whatever they needed help with. I'm responsible, patient,...
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Des Plaines, IL

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$24/hr
5 years experience
Hello, I am a very personable individual fully fluent in Spanish. I was born in Mexico City to parents who always emphasized the importance of good grammar, and the habit of reading. I taught both of my daughters to speak and write Spanish . Professionally, I have great references from individuals whom I have worked with...
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Des Plaines, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
I hold a degree in Elementary Education and have been a dedicated 2nd grade teacher for the past five years. Teaching is truly my passion, and I love helping students build confidence, master foundational skills, and develop a love for learning. I tailor my tutoring to each student's needs, using engaging, supportive strategies...
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Virginia

Des Plaines, IL

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Hi, I'm a Preschool Teacher who love working with children. I'm caring, compassionate, reliable and hardworking. I have many years of experience working with children and people with special needs.
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Des Plaines, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Hi, I'm Sydney. I'm a 22-year-old cosmetology student who has been working in childcare since I was 13. I've been a babysitter, nanny, camp counselor, Girl Scout troop leader, and teacher.
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Benisa K.'s Photo

Des Plaines, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Certified Special Education Teacher | Professional Nanny & Tutor I am a Certified Special Education Teacher seeking a long-term, full-time position with one family. With a deep passion for working with children, I take great pride in helping each child learn, grow, and reach their fullest potential. I work at a daycare for over...
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Career Nanny for 20 Years Looking for Part Time Opportunity

Des Plaines, IL

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have successfully raised four daughters along with taking care of another child in my home for five years. Various care giving/teaching with children from home schooling group substitute Spanish teacher Christian Life school in WI for three years, currently nanny for a family in IL. I love children and I know that I can take...
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Part-Time Care Giver

Des Plaines, IL

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my name is Vrunda and I am a student at Northeastern Illinois University. My major is in elementary education with a minor in history. Coming from a big family I am very used to being around children of all ages. I have cousins that range from the age of 2 weeks to 17 years old. My love for children started when I was in...
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Des Plaines, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am looking for a position taking care of 1-2 children, either part -time or full time. I am currently working as a temporary nanny to my 3-yr old niece, but that situation will be changing right after Christmas. In addition to being a single mom to a 15-yr old son, I have many years of experience babysitting for various family...
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Des Plaines, IL

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$10/hr
16 years experience
Craft assistance
I have been babysitting little kids since I was 13, I now have 16 years of experience. I'm patient with kids, and up to almost any task. I can do some cooking and lighthouse cleaning, along with the kids laundry. I have my own small vehicle, I am OK with running errands or driving the kids around. I am currently looking for work...
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Des Plaines, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
Hi! I'm Gabby, and I'm 26 years old. I have been passionate about working with children since I was 18, starting my journey with babysitting before moving into daycare settings. My first five years in a daycare, I've served as a preschool teacher for children 3 to 5-year-olds. For the last year and a half, I have been a toddler...
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  • 60 homeschool teachers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.81/hr as of March 2026

  • The average star rating for rated homeschool teachers is 4.6

Recent homeschool teacher reviews from local parents in Des Plaines, IL

Homeschool Teachers in Des Plaines, IL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews of the 60 listed homeschool teachers

Diana W.

It was a privilege to employ Diana as our son’s nanny for over two years. Diana was a hardworking, reliable, and loving caregiver to our son...

- Care member

Natalie K.

Natalie was an absolutely wonderful nanny to my 3-month-old son. As a first-time mom, I was so nervous looking for a nanny, but as soon as I...

- Alex B.

Judith D.

We enjoyed meeting Judy. Her reference said she was "phenomenal." She seemed to have great maternal instincts as well.

- Erica F.

FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Des Plaines, IL

The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Des Plaines, IL is $21.81. It’s important to keep in mind that this is just the average going rate in your location. Many factors can influence how much private homeschool teachers charge. For example, how many children you have, the subjects you want the homeschool teacher to specialize in, and their degree or years of working experience, can all play a role in how they set their rates.

If you’re not certain how to find homeschool teachers, you can use Care.com to make your search for a homeschool teacher near you in Des Plaines, IL easier and more efficient. To start, you can narrow your search to homeschool teachers in your general area. Then you can review rates, look for homeschooling teachers who have reviews from current or former clients, and can read different profiles to learn more about each teacher’s experience.

Homeschooling teachers near you in Des Plaines, IL offer a wide variety of educational services. Some homeschool teachers that come to your house may provide full-day instruction and design lesson plans. Others may only come by a few times a week to teach a certain subject that the parent struggles with, such as advanced mathematics. Other homeschool teachers may choose to run small group sessions out of their home. It’s important to interview a few different candidates and to ask to learn more about services they offer.

While we ask all homeschool teachers listed on Care.com to complete a CareCheck (you can see which providers completed one by looking for the badge on their profile), this is just a jumping off point. To feel comfortable that the homeschool teacher you’re hiring is safe, we recommend you take additional steps to ensure safety. For example, you can run an independent background check and request professional references when hiring a homeschool teacher near you in Des Plaines, IL.

When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Des Plaines, IL, it’s a good idea to interview a handful of different candidates. When interviewing teachers for homeschooling, it’s a good idea to ask them about their teaching style, about what subjects and grade levels they have experience with, and how they would handle issues such as your child not paying attention or talking to a sibling during lessons.

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