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Homeschool teachers in Durham, CT
Lia B.
Durham, CT
$17-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am looking for Friday night and weekend babysitting jobs. I have worked in a Preschool classroom with Pre-K3 children as well as been a substitute teacher for grades Pre-K to grade 2. I have babysat children of all ages but prefer ages 2 and up! :)
Lia can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
I am certified 1-6 Elementary Education and previously held a K certificate. I have a Master's in Elementary Education. I have taught grades K, 2, 4, as well as tutored K-5 in different schools. I am currently a Special Education Teaching Assistant.
5.0
(13)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
CERTIFIED TEACHER!!!
About me: I am a 26-year-old special education teacher along with having a degree in elementary education. I'm looking for some extra hours on the weekends. I am very flexible and have a lot of experience with children of all ages.
From Fall 2020-July 2022 I worked as a live in nanny (Boston area) before...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Abby is amazing! She has cared for our two boys the past two years during the summer and they love her. She’s incredibly reliable and so interactive with them. I would highly recommend her!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a kind and caring babysitter who never leaves the house without a smile. I have 8 years of experience, beginning back when I was 15 when I started babysitting. Throughout my time with children, I have sat for over 20 families. I have also been a full-time and part-time nanny for 4 years total. For two years I was a teacher...
Rory can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Rory was wonderful with my daughter. The first time we met, Rory got right down to my daughter's level and started to play with her. Rory was so caring and understanding of my daughter. I knew that with Rory my daughter was safe. I highly recommend her."
Kelly S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified teacher for birth through 8th grade with extensive experience spanning PK-12th grade, specializing in early literacy for ages 4-8. I hold certifications along with a Masters degree in Education. Additionally, I am certified in English as a Second Language, enabling me to support diverse student populations.
In...
Karlie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Karlie had worked for us as a full-time nanny for our 2 boys (ages 4 and 1) during this past year. She is wonderful with kids and has a great, bubbly personality. She took care of feedings, diaper changes, baths, etc. along with keeping the boys? rooms and toys...
Dhruva P.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a Mom of two young men in college. I have been caring for children since 1982. I am infant and adult CPR certified. My childcare experience ranges from being a Mom, babysitter, caregiver, nanny, personal home assistant, infant and toddler church volunteer and certified pre-k teacher. I find extreme joy and...
Shannon can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Shannon has a real natural gift for interacting, entertaining, and helping children develop into kind, curious, and responsible human beings. I used her for my four children over a period of 20 years. One of my children has special needs and she delicately met all...
Monica C.
Jaia S.
Madison, CT
$21-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I started working with children at age 14 in a summer camp for 6-12-year-olds. I am now an Assistant Preschool Teacher helping in a class of 3-year-olds. I also have experience with infants, toddlers and older preschoolers (4-5). I am CPR certified and am comfortable with friendly pets.
Jaia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jaia is wonderful! She works in my 2,5 year old pre school room and is great with the kids - patient, caring, organized, fun. We are so lucky to have Jaia as a constant presence in our lives and I would hire her without question!"
Nikki K.
Nima L.
Middletown, CT
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother to a beautiful daughter. I have been working as nanny since moving here from India where I was an elementary school teacher. I am punctual, responsible, caring, easy going, and enjoy working with all age of babies and children! I have excellent references.
Recently, I took care of two little girls of a working...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Nima was our nanny for a year and a half. I have 3 kids and have hired many sitters over the years. I always struggled with trusting someone with my babies and she was the most caring, loving caregiver to my son from 3 months to 19 months of age. She has such a...
Catherine T.
Myrna G.
Middletown, CT
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(13)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Love kids! Just call me " Mary Poppins" I sing, can cajole them into taking a spoonful of medicine, and have the ever ready bag :) mother of 2. As a musician & singer, fun thru song, music, games & crafts, is my specialty. I have been a preschool teacher and director of an infant to preschool daycare. I have cared for all ages,...
Myrna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Myrna took care of our son starting at the age of 3 1/2 months and then started taking care of our daughter as well from birth about 2 1/2 years later. We can't say enough about how Myrna cared for our children. In the 4 1/2 years that she was with us she literally...
Konstadina D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Certified elementary teacher with 5 years of experience working with kids from grades K-6. Reliable, responsible, patient, and easy going.
I like working with kids because I enjoy helping them learn, grow, and achieve success.
My skills include providing academic activities/curriculum, organizing, and providing a fun,...
5.0
"We hired Elisia in a pinch. She was great and even showed up early. Our two kids loved hanging out with her and played some games and crafts together. I will look forward to requesting her again and feel appreciative for the work she performed."
Matthew C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a babysitter/nanny with 20 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have three little ones of my own (ages 2, 5, 8) and was a teacher for many years, so I know a thing or two about kids! I love being a stay-at-home mom, and it gives me the flexibility to help other families in the area! I am available some...
Lindsay can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lindsay babysat for our infant daughter and immediately made both my daughter and us as new parents comfortable. She was reliable, communicative, and trustworthy. 10 out of 10!"
Stacey B.
5.0
(2)
I am a dual-certified K-6 (regular education) and PreK-12 (special education) teacher with 25 years of successful public school teaching experience. I am the mom of two awesome teenage children and love spending time with my family. I also love teaching, playing, crafting, spending time outdoors and having fun with children! I...
Aimee can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Aimee deserves more than 5 stars! She is an increadible teacher that we were lucky enough to have teach kindergarten to two of our daughters. Aimee is patient, creative and truly has a gift of working with children. The growth my daughters had during their time...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm Rachel! I'm 28 years old and graduated in 2016 with a degree in Psychology and Human Development & Family Studies.
Experience:
I've babysat for families with multiple kids ranging from 2 months - 14 years old. I've worked as a camp counselor, and as a social skills group facilitator for kids with Autism and...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rachel has been wonderful with our 15-month-old daughter! We needed a nanny for five weeks and she has been very caring and thoughtful with her. She’s an excellent communicator and has been flexible with us. So happy to have found her!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Ashley and I have a total of 25 years of experience working with children of all ages. I started babysitting at the age of 10 for a family of 3. I then regularly took care of triplets since infancy as well as their older sibling. I had worked in 2 child care centers in Litchfield County since the age of 16. Both of...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Ashley is amazing with our child! She is truly a gem."
Keisha G.
Jessica S.
Guilford, CT
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Educated, Experienced Nanny Looking For A Full-Time Position!
5.0
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in the childcare field for over 20 years. I have worked as a pre-school teacher, special education paraprofessional and as a nanny. I have experience with many different age groups. As a nanny I have many experienced years with infants and toddlers. I enjoy facilitating in the growth of emotional and physically...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jess cared for our now 2.5 year old the first 15 months of her life and provided care for my now 7 year old as needed. I could see how much she loved my kids and she gave them excellent care. She still keeps in touch and my kids are always happy to see her. She was...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hi I'm Jamilee! I am a mama to a sweet boy, looking for some income. I used to be a daycare teacher but decided I would like to do one on one :) I can do many things including singing, dancing, drama and theater, cooking, baking, outdoor activities, and many more. I've done the preschool class at my school. Your child(ren) will...
Jamilee can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jamilee is very nurturing and has an amazing ability to calm and care for children of all ages."
Sarah G.
I have been caring for children since I was young myself. I grew up volunteering in the nursery of my church and babysat during their choir practices as well. I studied Special Education in college, and I currently work as a sixth grade special education teacher. I previously worked as a para in a first grade classroom with 26...
Maggie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Hello! My name is Kelsey. I am 33 years old. I have 18 years experience in childcare which started when I worked at the after school program at Haddam Elementary School at the age of 15. I have worked as a preschool teacher, babysitter, nanny, and I have also taken numerous classes in Early Childhood Education at Middlesex...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Reana A.
Middletown, CT
$22-29/hr • 4 yrs exp
I support students with resume writing and completing all components of their college application process. I also provide assistance either social studies and English assignments.
Hello! My name is Kiara and I have 2 years of working with kids in an educational setting. I've worked in an after-school program directly with children implementing educational curriculum, activities, and games surrounding reading and arithmetic. I've implemented a phonics program in which children are taught letter names and...
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Durham, CT
Abigail H.
5.0
Abigail has been the most exceptional babysitter to our daughter on our summer visits to the east coast for the past three years. We connected with her through my cousin who sang Abigail’s praises so effusively, we assumed she must be exaggerating, but no, no she wasn’t.
Abigail is kind, caring,...
- Care member
Rory M.
5.0
Rory was wonderful with my daughter. The first time we met, Rory got right down to my daughter's level and started to play with her. Rory was so caring and understanding of my daughter. I knew that with Rory my daughter was safe. I highly recommend her.
- Kelly S.
Karlie S.
5.0
Karlie is excellent. Karlie worked with our family as a full-time nanny. She lovingly cared for our 1yo and 4yo. Karlie is punctual, nurturing, able to set consistent, clear and appropriate limits. She transported our children to and from activities, including swimming lessons/beach, outdoor...
- Lauren L.
Shannon P.
5.0
Shannon is a very caring, dependable Nanny. She loves children & it shows for she interacts with them. She was also exceptionally good at writing a very detailed log of what transpired during the day which I found most helpful. She is a person I would highly recommend.
- Leona L.
Jaia S.
5.0
Jaia is wonderful! She works in my 2,5 year old pre school room and is great with the kids - patient, caring, organized, fun. We are so lucky to have Jaia as a constant presence in our lives and I would hire her without question!
- Nikki K.
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How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Durham, CT?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Durham, CT is $13.50. 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.
How can I find private teachers for homeschooling near me in Durham, CT?
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 Durham, CT 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.
What types of services do homeschool teachers near me in Durham, CT offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Durham, CT 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.
How can I safely hire homeschooling teachers near me in Durham, CT?
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 Durham, CT.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Durham, CT?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Durham, CT, 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.