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88 homeschool teachers are listed in Portland, ME
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby homeschool teachers is 6 years
Homeschool teachers in Portland, ME
Meghan J.
Portland, ME
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! I'm 24 and worked at a childcare center in Portland for 3 years. I started as a floater working with kids from the infant room all the way to the pre-k room. For 2 years I worked as one of the lead teachers in the toddler room. After leaving the childcare setting during the pandemic, I worked as a private nanny for a...
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
CPR
Early Education
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Ashanti and 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...
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
CNA
I moved to Maine after finishing up my BFA in Boston at Lesley University and have been working as a nature preschool teacher and art director of a summer camp in Scarborough for the last couple of years. While I have loved my time here, I am looking to relocate to the Augusta area and am in search of a family in need of a nanny...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Laura S.
Portland, ME
$25/hr • 15 yrs exp
I'm a kindergarten teacher with 15 years of experience. I decided to become a caregiver because I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development. I am patient, calm, friendly, and fun. I believe in establishing open communication with parents, following their preferred methods, and am very comfortable enforcing...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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, carpooling, swimming supervision
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
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: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Alexa L.
Portland, ME
$25-50/hr • 5 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...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a pediatric nurse looking for occasional babysitting on the side! I have nannied/babysat for 12 years and worked as a daycare teacher for infants and toddlers for 2.5 years before coming a nurse. I am CPR/first aid certified.
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
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, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Susan N.
Portland, ME
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Storyteller (love To Read To And Create Stories For/with Kids)
I co-founded the only year-round professional theatre in the Adirondacks. I was Artistic Director which encompassed choosing all of the plays, acting, and coordinating educational programming. I also taught a variety of theatre courses at SUNY Potsdam. We needed a change and love the sea, so we moved to Portland 10 years ago. By...
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! I recently just moved back to Maine and am looking for some additional part time work. For the past seven years I lived in Hawaii where I was a school garden teacher and taught K-9th grade students hands on gardening, cooking, and nutrition lessons, which was one of my most rewarding experiences! I babysat for several...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
I was an in home clinician for kids ages 2-21 and have worked extensively as a lead teacher for ages 2-3 and a floater in daycares. I have experience with toilet training, teaching the alphabet and reading, sibling dynamics, as well as helping out around the home (washing dishes, tidying up). My job as a BHP had me work with the...
Ava can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Olivia and I have worked in various childcare settings over the past 10+ years. I have been a pre-k teacher at a holistic preschool in Burlington, VT, directed/taught at a "micro" school for 7 families during the pandemic, hosted summer camps for children aged 3-6 and nannied for many families with children...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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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 $23.38. 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?
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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 24 reviews of the 88 listed homeschool teachers.