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60 homeschool teachers are listed in Petaluma, CA
The average posted rate is $26/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby homeschool teachers is 6 years
Homeschool teachers in Petaluma, CA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Born and raised in the Bay Area, I've been working with children for over 12 years! Beginning as a piano/vocal instructor and nanny, I've worked with kids of all ages (including infants) and families with multiple children. I recently spent a year at a Montessori Preschool in West Petaluma.
I'm passionate about nature...
Zoe can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Zoe is a warm and reliable nanny! I wish we still had enough hours for her. She took care of our daughter starting at 6 months, and we couldn't have asked for a better caregiver. "
Care member
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: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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
$33-45/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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Responsive, thorough, and efficient! Friendly too!! "
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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: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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.
5.0
(1)
Hello there! I'm a passionate 19-year-old college student with four years of hands-on experience in childcare. Having served as a nurturing nanny and currently working as an afterschool program teacher, I bring stimulating knowledge and passion for creating engaging and safe environments for children. My commitment to their...
Tessa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tessa has been wonderful with our 14 month old daughter, she's incredibly responsible, kind, and has tons of energy to match our toddler. She was the first sitter who made us feel comfortable and we would give her our highest recommendation!"
Adrienne S.
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, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
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.
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,...
I currently teach Algebra 1 and Geometry in high school. I've also tutored before I became a teacher.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Trustline Certified
Ashley S.
Petaluma, CA
$17-22/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: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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...
Private, in-home music lessons for kids 5-15 years of age. Basic sight reading, ear training, music history & theory.
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.
Isabel T.
Petaluma, CA
$23-34/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi im my name is Isabel I live in Petaluma and just graduated high school this year. I currently am in college but I am taking my classes online. Im fluent in Spanish and english and I am open to help them either language. After school I use to help at an after-school program and would mostly help the kids out with homework.
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...
Hi Families, My name is Alison and I'm an Elementary School Teacher. I am looking to babysit/tutor part-time during the week( after 3:30) and occasionally on the weekends. I also teach swim lessons of all ages. I have 18 plus years of experience working with children.
I am available to babysit anywhere in between Windsor and...
I'm a recent implant from San Francisco, CA where I graduated from the International High School of San Francisco with my French Baccalaureate in Social Sciences and Economics as well as multiple International Baccalaureate certificates. I was fortunate to receive the President's award for academic achievement give that I...
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Petaluma, CA
Zoe W.
5.0
Zoe is a warm and reliable nanny! I wish we still had enough hours for her. She took care of our daughter starting at 6 months, and we couldn't have asked for a better caregiver.
- Care member
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.
Sarah F.
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 welcome Sarah back to our home...
- Jenn S.
Tessa W.
5.0
Tessa has been wonderful with our 14 month old daughter, she's incredibly responsible, kind, and has tons of energy to match our toddler. She was the first sitter who made us feel comfortable and we would give her our highest recommendation!
- Adrienne S.
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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 $26.86. 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?
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 Petaluma, CA.
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 26 reviews of the 60 listed homeschool teachers.