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60 homeschool teachers are listed in Portage, MI
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby homeschool teachers is 6 years
Homeschool teachers in Portage, MI
Hello! My name is Ella. I am 19 years old and have been babysitting since I was 10-11. I love being around kids and making fun crafts to do and I always find a way to make tasks fun. I recently graduated from Kalamazoo Valley Community College with an Associate's degree in General Studies. I enjoy going to the beach, going on...
Ella can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I've been a licensed attorney for nearly 20 years and can provide excellent coaching for any parent seeking to modify custody or their parenting time orders. I will not represent you for hearings or trial - this is just coaching you on how to prepare, what you need to do, what you shouldn't do, what will kill your chances, and...
Sierra H.
Kalamazoo, MI
$22-33/hr • 15 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sierra, I am 32 years old and I have over 15 years of experience working in childcare.
I have worked as a pre-K teacher as well as a live in/ live out nanny. I have experience with all age groups but most of my experience is with infants and toddlers.
I love being able to be a part of watching children learn...
Sierra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We were so lucky to have Sierra cared for our infant baby! She was very responsible, kind, punctual, professional, and experienced. She designed many sensory games to entertain our baby and helped her to explore the world. She insisted on tummy time practicing to...
Jianrong W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm 25 and have over 8 years of experience working with children of various ages and disabilities. I was previously a preschool teacher for 4 years, a 1:1 ABA therapist working with children with Autism. I also have experience as a paraprofessional in an early childhood special education classroom as well as being a...
Brianna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Brianna is absolutely amazing. She is energetic, caring, and has so much experience with children and pets. She is reliable and has great communication skills. "
Care member
Katelyn P.
Schoolcraft, MI
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny, Lead Toddler Teacher, And Mama To Two!
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am an experienced nanny and lead toddler teacher with over 10 years of experience with children, ages 0-8. I have 7-year-old and 3-year-old daughters. As far as education, I have 3 years of college experience in early childhood development and family studies from Central Michigan University. I'm currently enrolled at...
Katelyn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kate is very creative in her activities to keep kids busy. My children also learned baby sign language from her which I really appreciated. Our family would highly recommend Kate."
Lauren W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Originally from California. I've been living in Kalamazoo for six years. I recently finished my master's degree program in early childhood. I currently work as a GSRP Pre-k teacher and run a summer program. I have many years of experience with young children and school age children!
Julie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My kids really liked Julie. She did a great job following directions. Friendly and very nice girl. Very responsible"
Cynthia S.
5.0
(1)
I've worked with a number of students in various grade levels tutoring a variety of subjects. I've also worked with international students, specifically in English, to help them not just prepare for their US college entrance exams but, to help them truly understand the English language enough to excel in their college courses....
5.0
"Kristen is great at getting to know the level that her student is at, and creating a development plan. She helped our student with English (writing/reading), grammar, and punctuation.
Her scores improved drastically in just a couple of months. Kristen knows her...
Kristie K.
Lauren M.
Kalamazoo, MI
$10-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I started babysitting children at the young age of 13.
Since then I have cared for three children on the autism spectrum. I worked at a day care while attending Lake Michigan College full time as an Early Childhood major.
When I was in high school I attended the Lawrence Vocational Center, and I was accepted into the Cadet...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is very caring and loving toward children, always takes care of their needs first and does what's best."
Hunter L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a middle grade English teacher looking for summer work in the Harbor/Petoskey area. I love spending time with children of all ages and am comfortable helping with housekeeping and cooking. I look forward to meeting your family!
Macy can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
16+ years of teaching experience-special education and general education. Early Chilhood through High School special education experience. Passionate about truly making a difference in a child's life. CPR and First Aid certified.
Cassidy Z.
Scotts, MI
$15-16/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been working in the early childhood education field for about 5 years now, and I am currently a GSRP teacher. With the school year winding down I am looking for a nannying job for the summer. I am CPR, and first aid certified, I have my preschool CDA, and I have experience with G-tubes. In the past I have worked at...
Cassidy can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Delaney E.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I've had five years of volunteer and job experience in childcare. I have experience volunteering in local church's kids' ministries, being a teacher's aid at a Montessori school serving children aged infant to elementary, and babysitting. Working with children is a passion of mine, and I love getting to know them and leading...
Skills:
CPR
Brianna M.
Kalamazoo, MI
$23/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Brianna and I'm 24 years old! I have worked at a daycare for the past 10 months as a Lead teacher. The kiddos at the daycare range from 0-6 years, although I have prior experience with a wide range of children. I am CPR/ First Aid certified, have completed state training such as Infant Safe Sleep, Health and Safety...
Brianna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified teacher and enjoy working with children of all ages! I have been a teacher of students in kindergarten to middle school. I have a PE endorsement and enjoy healthful living. I have a lot of energy and will be happy to provide tutoring as well. I am a mother of three amazing children. I love the arts and...
Andrea can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an art teacher in Lowell! I am available to babysit after school (Monday, Wednesday, Friday), evening or weekends.
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been a nanny for a little over Three years. I believe that all children should be surrounded by learning and happiness. My dream is to be a kindergarten teacher, that is why I currently attend online classes at Wmu. Im looking for a loving family that needs help around the house with clean up and a great nanny.
Shayna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
I'm an enthusiastic and passionate certified teacher. I just completed my graduate degree in elementary education and a year-long teaching internship in a second grade classroom. I have previous experience teaching Pre-K, tutoring after school, assisting families with hybrid learning, and with teaching private music lessons to...
Kristy L.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am a caring and experienced childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. I have five years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I am certified as a teacher and have completed CPR and First Aid training.
I am known for my patience, creativity, and...
Kristy can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
As a creative and imaginative childcare provider, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. With three years of experience, I'm confident in my ability to care for up to four children, aged 0 to 11.
I'm certified as a teacher, which allows me to provide educational games that promote learning, along with...
Kiara can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been babysitting on and off for around 3 years, but the past year has been full time! During this past year, I cared for a 1-year-old boy, so I am very experienced with toddlers. Despite this, I love all ages! I love to allow kids to have a routine, but also have spontaneous fun every once and awhile. Crafts,...
Allyson can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Portage, MI
Sierra H.
5.0
We were so lucky to have Sierra cared for our infant baby! She was very responsible, kind, punctual, professional, and experienced. She designed many sensory games to entertain our baby and helped her to explore the world. She insisted on tummy time practicing to ensure our baby achieved her...
- Jianrong W.
Brianna D.
5.0
Brianna is absolutely amazing. She is energetic, caring, and has so much experience with children and pets. She is reliable and has great communication skills.
- Care member
Katelyn P.
5.0
Kate is very creative in her activities to keep kids busy. My children also learned baby sign language from her which I really appreciated. Our family would highly recommend Kate.
- Lauren W.
Julie T.
5.0
My kids really liked Julie. She did a great job following directions. Friendly and very nice girl. Very responsible
- Cynthia S.
Kristen O.
5.0
Kristen is great at getting to know the level that her student is at, and creating a development plan. She helped our student with English (writing/reading), grammar, and punctuation.
Her scores improved drastically in just a couple of months. Kristen knows her stuff and knows how to connect...
- Kristie K.
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Portage, MI
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Portage, MI?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Portage, MI is $17.91. 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 Portage, MI?
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 Portage, MI 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 Portage, MI offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Portage, MI 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 Portage, MI?
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What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Portage, MI?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Portage, MI, 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 Portage, MI homeschool teachers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Homeschool Teachers in Portage, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed homeschool teachers.