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60 homeschool teachers are listed in Petaluma, CA
The average posted rate is $26/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby homeschool teachers is 6 years
Homeschool teachers in Petaluma, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have received a Bachelor's Degree in History and Philosophy. As such, I am adept in the Humanities, as well as in Reading, Writing, and Communication. I have 5 years of professional experience in education, and 4 years of experience as an in-home private tutor and home-school facilitator, and can work comfortably with adults,...
5.0
"I typically don't write reviews but this one felt necessary. I have an 11 year old son who has ADHD and could use some extra support with school. After searching and searching and working with a few different tutors who just weren't quite the right fit, Drew was...
Jaelynn T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a preschool teacher for 25 years. I love working with children of all ages. I have recently taken a two year class on infant/Toddler training that follows the PITC philosophy. I pride myself as being very nurturing, warm loving and caring. I enjoy doing arts and crafts with the children, as well as trips to the parks...
Sally can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sally's great, she just loves being around children and has a lot of fun! My 12 year old adores Sally and they have good time together, taking walks, playing games and just hanging out. Sally is really easy going and very helpful."
Toni N.
Mary M.
Petaluma, CA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I'm enthusiastic energetic with babies. I love babysitting, I've been working with kids since I used to be a teacher in Guatemala. I'm bilingual, and have lots of experience with children. I also enjoy tidying up and organizing in my spare time. Also have CPR experience.
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We love Mary! She's been helping us care for our 4 month old a few nights a week. She has lots of experience and expertise. She is a delight to be around; she cares about our daughter and is really friendly and personable. I always feel like our daughter is in...
Andrew P.
Catrina W.
Petaluma, CA
$33-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
Warm, Conscientious, Reliable House Manager/Family Assistant
5.0
(11)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello beautiful families!
As a family assistant and nanny, I bring peace of mind to families large and small. I've taken loving care of children and their home dynamics since 2003. Being a house mama is a joy!
** Nanny Share rates start at $22/hr for two children **
Having raised my now adult daughter as a solo working...
Catrina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Catrina has been absolutely amazing with our 3 year old several mornings a week while we adjust to life with a newborn sibling. She brings engaging fun activities for them to work on, spends time outdoors teaching him about nature and is patient and super helpful...
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Roxane M.
Petaluma, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat and worked with children since I was 14. I am currently a part-time substitute teacher and taught preschool for infants up to 5-year-olds for 8 years total. I am very experienced with children and love caring for them. I have experience with newborns all the way up to school age. I have an 11-year-old son and a...
Roxane can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Roxane is amazing! She has watched our kids for over 2 years now and we couldn't imagine anybody better! Would definitely hire again!"
Ryan P.
5.0
(1)
Hi Parents, I'm a 26-year-old from Nashville, TN, now living in Petaluma since June. I'm looking for a full-time, 40-hour-a-week nanny position where I can create an enriching environment for the child to thrive in.
With 12 years of childcare experience, including 6 months as a preschool assistant teacher, I've had the...
Mason can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Macy is a kind, patient and levelheaded person. She likes to stay busy and likes things to be clean and orderly. She is very good at assessing a situation and taking action when needed."
Bama W.
Katherine A.
Petaluma, CA
$28-33/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Katherine and I am a young professional preparing to become a teacher. I am comfortable caring for and tutoring children of all ages. I also have 5 years of professional experience caring for dogs and cats. I can help with pet walking and pet sitting. Moreover, I am comfortable caring for exotic pets of all...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katherine was very communicative and on time. I was working from home so could see our 5 year old and 3 year old absolutely loved her and were enjoying their time together. Kept them engaged and felt very comfortable. Would definitely recommend and use her again! "
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Sarah! Empathetic, creative, outdoor enthusiast, that loves connecting with kids and watching them grow.
Six years of experience working with children and adolescents in a variety of settings. I have nannied and babysat for multiple families and taught children's snowboard lessons. I've facilitated grief support groups...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah quickly responded to our last minute request for a date-night sitter. She arrived early despite the late notice and greeted our kids with great energy and enthusiasm. The kids had a great time playing with her and they even baked muffins! We would definitely...
Jenn S.
Samuela N.
Petaluma, CA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My experience as a teacher plays a huge role in my ability to connect with children. Teaching gives me plenty of practice in managing a classroom, engaging students, and finding ways to make learning fun and accessible. It also helps me develop strong communication and organizational skills, along with the patience and empathy...
Samuela can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"He is very pleasant and polite. He took the time to talk to my grandson and play games with him. My grandson enjoyed having Sam here."
Jenny A.
Indika H.
Petaluma, CA
$30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Looking for the best childcare possible for your little ones? I am that in all the ways!
Hello! My name is Indika and I have 7 years in professional childcare experience. I have been a preschool teacher in Waldorf nature based education for 5 years and have 3 years in infant care with a number of years with working with older...
Indika can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"she is respectful and punctual. my kids adore her and our dog loves her. the kids always ask when she will be coming again!"
Melissa P.
I currently teach Algebra 1 and Geometry in high school. I've also tutored before I became a teacher.
Hi, My name is Sierra and I am born and raised in the bay and have babysat for many families, Nannied full time, and was a special education teacher. I have worked in the special education field for the past eight years and I have been working with kids for over a decade in home as well as a full-time babysitter and nanny. I was...
Sierra can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Ashley S.
Petaluma, CA
$18-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
Creative & Happy Pre-School Teacher Looking For Fun & Fulfilling Side Ventures!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of personal experience, and I am an assistant pre-school teacher at Golden Poppy Pre-School in Corte Madera. I also am currently enrolled in 3 classes at Santa Rosa Junior College for early childhood education. I have a passion for teaching and creating a stimulating, yet fun, environment for young children. I am...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hello! My name is Gabriella S and I am a private preschool and kindergarten Tutor. My mom had a home preschool from the time I was born until the time I moved out of the house. I grew up helping out my mom until I could become a preschool teacher myself. I later went to school in Scotland learning about children and discovering...
Chloe L.
Petaluma, CA
$30-129/hr • 10 yrs exp
A Creative, Outgoing & Compassionate Educator And Social Emotional Learning Professional
Hello!
My name is Chloe and l have worked in education for over a decade. I am a Social-Emotional Learning Program Manager for a non-profit in San Anselmo. I reside in beautiful Sonoma County but I am originally from Southern California. During my first seven years of teaching I was a special education educator for at-risk...
Sierra S.
Petaluma, CA
$27-32/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi! I'm a special education teacher from California working on getting my license switched over to New Jersey. I taught K-2 special education.
Ailin T.
Petaluma, CA
$26-31/hr • 1 yrs exp
Have one year of experience as a reading tutor with kids ages 5-10. I am bilingual in Spanish and love mathematics as well. Willing to tutor in these areas for said ages.
I have tutored children ages 5-14 which helped them raise their grades while expanding their knowledge in a fun way!
I love helping children and families become better humans!
As a certified tutor at the Santa Rosa Junior College, Petaluma campus, I feel very fortunate to be able to help others in English, writing, and natural sciences.
Backed by a three-year Waldorf teacher training certification, my experience as a naturalist for nearly 9...
Tricia A.
Petaluma, CA
$16-21/hr
I have been homeschooling my children from kindergarten up to 9th grade
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Petaluma, CA
Drew B.
5.0
I typically don't write reviews but this one felt necessary. I have an 11 year old son who has ADHD and could use some extra support with school. After searching and searching and working with a few different tutors who just weren't quite the right fit, Drew was excellent. He has an approach that...
- Jaelynn T.
Sally H.
5.0
Sally's great, she just loves being around children and has a lot of fun! My 12 year old adores Sally and they have good time together, taking walks, playing games and just hanging out. Sally is really easy going and very helpful.
- Toni N.
Mary M.
5.0
We hired Mary for a night when we were in town for a wedding, and we were so happy with the experience. It was our daughter's first time with a non-family babysitter, but Mary put her at ease and they had a nice time. We felt very comfortable leaving her with Mary, and wish we were local so we could...
- Margaret F.
Catrina W.
5.0
When I was on maternity leave with my second child, I needed some mother's help with the baby while my oldest was at school. I was lucky to find a local caretaker and fellow mother like Catrina. She came with raving reviews—both on Care.com but also from her references of other local families. We...
- Jess D.
Roxane M.
5.0
Roxane is amazing! She has watched our kids for over 2 years now and we couldn't imagine anybody better! Would definitely hire again!
- Ryan P.
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Petaluma, CA
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Petaluma, CA?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Petaluma, CA is $26.48. 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 Petaluma, CA?
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 Petaluma, CA 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 Petaluma, CA offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Petaluma, CA 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 Petaluma, CA?
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What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Petaluma, CA?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Petaluma, CA, 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.
Ratings for Petaluma, CA homeschool teachers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Homeschool Teachers in Petaluma, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 30 reviews of the 60 listed homeschool teachers.