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I have taught grades k-5 in many settings. I began as a 3rd and 4th grade teaching in an suburban setting. Then, I taught 5th grade at a STEM magnet school in Hartford, before transitioning to kindergarten at the same school. I was awarded my schools Teacher Of the Tear Award in 2023, and have since been hired to work for the...
Brenna C.
Higganum, CT
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Licensed K-6 Educator Looking For Part Time/ Weekday Summer Work
Certified CT Elementary educator, 6+ years teaching K-6: I began my babysitting career when I was 12, moving on to nannying, swim instructing, working for a daycare, and now a full time kindergarten teacher. My specialities are in crafting, spending time outside, reading, singing (but not very well!) cooking, and swimming! I am...
Brenna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Megan B.
Higganum, CT
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Megan and I am from Higganum CT and I currently work as a Young Toddler teacher at an Early Learning Center. I have worked with children for about 12 years. I have worked in many different settings, including at home nannying, camp counselor, early childhood education at a learning center, etc. I have worked very...
Megan can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! I am 22 years old and I am in college to be an elementary school teacher, I also work at a seasonal restaurant throughout the year, and I am fluent in Spanish. I have a 3-year-old sister so I have learned to care for her and watch her grow as well as all my younger cousins. I have worked with different children, ages 5...
Arianna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
5.0
(11)
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Abby cared for my two children (10 and 6 yrs old) after school. She was responsible for transporting them home, homework, snack etc. she was extremely dependable and flexible. Always communicated with me in a timely fashion. She was absolutely wonderful with my...
Kerry L.
5.0
(1)
I am a recent college graduate, perusing a career in elementary education. I will be seeking an additional year of education to obtain a masters degree.
I have worked in Portland, Glastonbury, and Manchester schools. I love working with students age 5-12, although I work well with children older and younger than that range. I...
Kirstin T.
East Hampton, CT
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
A Caregiver Who Thinks Working With Children Is The Most Rewarding Thing She's Ever Done.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am the Co-Director and Head Teacher at a child care center. I work there full time co-teaching our Preschool class with the Director of the program, and then being the Head Teacher of the After School program. I have experience with children ages newborn to 16 years of age. I've babysat overnights, and managed to feed...
Kirstin can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Kirstin has worked with our childcare program since 2001. She started as a Teacher, and has since moved up to the Assistant Director job. She co-teaches our Preschool class with me and shows great compassion, patience and skill. She is dependable, thoughtful and a...
Kirstin T.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Aimee is one of the best teachers I’ve ever worked with. She has a way of making lessons enjoyable while still being meaningful. She connects with her students and it shows in their growth and performance. She is an excellent educator!"
Care member
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, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
(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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & 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.
Kayla S.
Middletown, CT
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Kayla. I am 24 years old and I love caring for kids. I have worked at a daycare for 2+ years as a head infants teacher. I have also nannied for 8 years working with children of all ages. I also offer the option to nanny from my home. It helps a lot of parents that work from home not be disturbed. I send hourly...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kayla is a great nanny! She was our nanny during Covid and I don't know what we would have done with out her. She took care of my daughter who was 4 months old and my son who was 4 years old. She took them on walks, did art with them, meal prepped, and everything...
Tyler P.
Myrna G.
Middletown, CT
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
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:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Myrna was communicative, sent regular photo updates, played with and cared for my little one to make sure he was happy all day. She fed baby his purée food, and kept baby in clean clothes, quick to change him if anything became soiled. She was punctual and worked...
Care member
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.
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
Juliana L.
Moodus, CT
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Juliana and I am 25 years old. I live in Moodus, CT. I am a newly licensed Occupational therapy assistant and recent graduate from Goodwin University. For the past 5 years, I had worked for a local daycare with children who are 6 weeks to 13 years old. My main job working at the daycare was the Toddler room teacher.
Juliana can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
I raised two children of my own and did daycare for my grandchildren for 10 years. I enjoy young children. My daughter is a kindergarten teacher.
Dolores can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
I am a first grade teacher that is looking for an awesome family to spend time with over the summer! I have had experience with children from 6 months to 12 years. My experience with children over that past years includes teaching, nannying for other families, tutoring and being a daycare teacher. References are available upon...
Emily can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Education
Gateway Community College New Haven, CT Early Childhood Education Courses, 2004-2006
New Milford High School New Milford, CT
High School Diploma, June 1979
Employment
2012-Present
Care for 3-year-old
Provide transportation to and from activities
Meal preparation
Completing household chores while napping (i....
Athelia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a dedicated and passionate tutor with a strong academic background in Romance languages and literature from Wesleyan University. Fluent in Spanish, Italian, and English, I bring a deep understanding of language learning and cultural immersion, having lived in Spain and regularly working with children to help them improve...
Hello!!! I just graduated from SCSU with a Bachelor of Science in English. I have my 015 certification, which means I am certified to teach grades 7 through 12. However, I have substitute taught in the past at a middle school, where I gained lots of experience with that age group. Additionally, I have over a year's experience at...
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Higganum, CT
Abigail H.
5.0
We hired Abby for several days in the summer time prior to our 2 year old daughter starting daycare. Our little one took to Abby very quickly and couldn't stop talking about her. We were thoroughly impressed with her ability to jump right in and anticipate what our little one would need next. She's...
- Jessica B.
Kirstin T.
5.0
Kira is AMAZING! She is by far my kids favorite sitter. When she is here I don't have to worry about anything. She plays with them the whole time and even brings activities. The last time she sat for them she made pop-overs that my daughter had a recipe for in her library book. She even makes...
- Ashley M.
Aimee A.
5.0
Aimee is one of the best teachers I’ve ever worked with. She has a way of making lessons enjoyable while still being meaningful. She connects with her students and it shows in their growth and performance. She is an excellent educator!
- Care member
Lindsay A.
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.
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.
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Higganum, CT
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Higganum, CT?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Higganum, CT is $19.75. 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 Higganum, 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 Higganum, 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 Higganum, CT offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Higganum, 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 Higganum, 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 Higganum, CT.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Higganum, CT?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Higganum, 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.