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91 homeschool teachers are listed in Portland, ME
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby homeschool teachers is 6 years
Homeschool teachers in Portland, ME
Hello!
I have an undergraduate degree in early childhood, a master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction, and a year of Waldorf teacher training. I have been working with young children since I began babysitting in high school in 2008. It is truly what I love to do! I worked full time in early childhood centers for many years,...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Ashanti F.
Portland, ME
$28-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. Im currently a college student working on my associate's degree, Im a patient, calm, flexible, creative, great with pets and friendly, I'm dedicated to supporting children and providing a reliable care option. I've been a babysitter...
God put it on my heart years ago to care for children. I'm not your average nanny. I would rather go exploring at a beach, build fairy houses on Mackworth Island, tumble and play at a playground with a picnic lunch than sit inside. I'm also a ' let's put on our snowsuits and go build a snow castle' kind of nanny. I have been a...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Anna F.
Portland, ME
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! I am Anna, a full time Art Teacher during the fall/winter/spring months, looking for a summer nanny position. I've been working with kids my whole life, turning my passion for caregiving into a career in education. I love working with kids of all ages and am looking forward to a fun summer.
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Madison F.
Portland, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Madison, and I've been sitting for the past decade. I have worked both privately and as an associate teacher at a daycare for infant-to-preschool aged children. I am Red Cross certified in babysitting, First Aid, and CPR, and I have an excellent driving record. I have been employed consistently since I...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a diverse range of experience working with children from aged 2 up through the high school level, and my roles include toddler lead teacher, high school English/ESL teacher, and high school girls basketball coach. I deeply value the experience of being able to share in a child's development, to see them get excited about...
Bridget can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a warm, enthusiastic, loving person who has been providing childcare for 15 years. I have been a Teacher and Ed-Tech in Early Childhood Education for the past 5 years. I adore children and hope to be as helpful as possible to your family in whatever ways you need!
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
Hi! I'm Ali, I'm 28, and I was born and raised in Maine. I've loved working with children from a young age, when I began as a mother's helper for a family friend at the age of 11. I worked for them every summer until my senior year of high school, and still keep in touch with them to this day! I've had extensive experience in...
Ali can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Mia D.
Portland, ME
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi there! I am a designer and an artist. I am a huge advocate for the intersection of art/design (and all its theory) and childcare. Children's minds are incredible and if they have the right team and environment around them they can accomplish anything they put their mind to.
I have been a nanny, babysitter, lifeguard, camp...
Mia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Alexa L.
Portland, ME
$23-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as caring, organized, and loyal
I like working with kids because it is my career path I am working on! I am going to college to work with kids in troubled spots and/or become a teacher. I recently just left my preschool teacher job and absolutely loved the educational aspect of childcare. I have a...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
****Looking to connect with families starting July/August 2025****
Hi! My name is Izzy. I am a fun-loving childcare provider and a native Mainer. I have ample experience caring for little ones, and love to do so!
I have been babysitting ever since I could remember, as I have two younger siblings, and a handful of families I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been a babysitter all through high school and during college as well. I also coached swim team for three years with children ranging from ages 6-17. I have also taught swim lessons for five years with children of all ages and abilities. I have also worked as a substitute teacher for elementary school children and high...
Margo can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Katharine L.
Portland, ME
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi I'm Kate! I have 10+ years of experience working with children. I have worked as a swim instructor, daycare teacher, respite care worker, nanny, pediatric psychiatric technician, and I am now a pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist. I am looking for extra work on some weekends or week day nights, and potentially full time...
Katharine can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
I am looking for weekend night babysitting jobs!
Hi there! I am a caring, fun, and reliable professional seeking a part to full-time nannying job. I am 32 years old, in grad school, and am a former English teacher. I have trained insight on child and adolescent development and have also worked as a personal care attendant for a...
Mary Kate can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hailey B.
Portland, ME
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hey there! My name is Hailey, I'm 26 years old, and I live in Portland with my spouse and our cats. I'm a newly certified elementary school teacher looking for a summer job until the school year begins!
I love playing music, reading books, going on walks, and wandering through shops and museums. I'm also a strong swimmer and...
Hailey can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Abigail G.
Portland, ME
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! My name is abbie, just moved to Portland after graduating from UVM and am looking for the occasional childcare opportunity. I have about 10ish years of experience from your typical babysitting gig to elementary after school teacher and mothers helper. I'm comfortable and have experience with ages as young as a few weeks...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hannah W.
Portland, ME
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have many years of babysitting experience as well as an associates degree in Early Childhood education, and am currently in school at USM working on my Bachelors in Social Work. Before going to USM I was a Preschool Teacher in Windham for three years.
I love being outdoors and having fun! My hours are very flexible...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Katie P.
Portland, ME
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
I've babysat and nannied for babies and kids of all ages. I have experience supervising 15+ children at a time as a substitute teacher and camp counselor. I've worked in orphanages overseas and both cared for and taught the children within these orphanages.
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My mother is a preschool teacher, so I have been around young children my whole life. I have been babysitting since I was 13 and have grown very close to many families over the years! I have worked with children of all ages, whether it be through babysitting, nannying, coaching, teaching, tutoring etc. I have done it all! I have...
Emmaline can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Paige I'm 25 years old and have been a nanny for over a year. Prior to nannying I was a daycare teacher for 3-4-year-olds, a Behavioral Health Professional, Ed Tech 2 and a camp counselor. I love singing, hanging out with my cats, doing crafts and exploring the city! I enjoy working with kids and teaching them things...
Paige can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Portland, ME
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Portland, ME?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Portland, ME is $23.15. 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 Portland, ME?
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 Portland, ME 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 Portland, ME offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Portland, ME 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 Portland, ME?
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 Portland, ME.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Portland, ME?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Portland, ME, 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 Portland, ME homeschool teachers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Homeschool Teachers in Portland, ME are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews of the 91 listed homeschool teachers.