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60 homeschool teachers are listed in Petaluma, CA
The average posted rate is $27/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby homeschool teachers is 6 years
What others are saying about homeschool teachers in Petaluma, CA
We had the pleasure of working with Drew one summer to support our neurodivergent teen, and we couldn't have been more impressed. He…
Review for Drew B. by Care member
Sally is dependable and has been great with our 2 yr old daughter - highly recommend!
Review for Sally H. by Care member
Catrina was amazing with my 6 year old son. He is still talking about the week that she took care of him during spring break and all the fun…
Review for Catrina W. by Care member
Homeschool teachers in Petaluma, CA
5.0
(2)
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
"We had the pleasure of working with Drew one summer to support our neurodivergent teen, and we couldn't have been more impressed. He designed a tailored learning program based on her IEP, ensuring that her unique needs and strengths were at the center of every...
Care member
5.0
(3)
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Sally was a nanny to our toddler and newborn and could not have been more wonderful! I would trust her with my kids anytime. She is a natural with kids and my children loved being around her. "
Care member
Catrina W.
Petaluma, CA
$32-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Warm, Conscientious, Reliable House Manager/Family Assistant
5.0
(12)
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!
Having raised my now adult daughter as a solo working parent, I bring a heightened level of awareness and seasoned...
Catrina can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Catrina is wonderful! She has a calming presence and always comes prepared with activities or games. She's very confident with transitions, even when the kids are having a hard time separating from us. We always come home to a clean house and folded laundry, which...
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Roxane M.
Petaluma, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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.
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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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,...
Margaret F.
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, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, 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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & 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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
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.
5.0
(3)
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, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Born and raised in the Bay Area, I've been working with children for over 13 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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
Private, in-home music lessons for kids 5-15 years of age. Basic sight reading, ear training, music history & theory.
I am graduating from Cardinal Newman High School this year and will be studying at Duke University in the fall on a premed track. I love children and am passionate about the value of education, as well as enhancing students' academic experience I have completed and received exceptional grades in advanced placement calculus,...
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!
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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 $27.98. 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 36 reviews of the 60 listed homeschool teachers.