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92 homeschool teachers are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby homeschool teachers is 5 years
Homeschool teachers in Santa Cruz, CA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Shara, and I first found my zeal for teaching when I was a teenager and coached 3 Special Olympic events. I have found myself on many teaching and coaching adventures since, some of which have even led me to other countries. I am a huge proponent of hands on learning and believe if the learning is fun and engages...
5.0
"Shara was great with my kids. She came to help me a few days a week as we had just moved to the area and my kids were 2 under 2. Some days I didn't need as much help with the kids and she helped with preparing meals. She has a therapy bunny that she brought one day...
Daniel J.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Madison. I am a UC Berkeley graduate looking for new clients to private tutor. I'm currently a full time professional private tutor.
5.0
"Madison tutored our 9-year old son this spring quarter in Language Arts. Our son has enjoyed every session with her. He finds her understanding and easy to learn from. We appreciate that she is punctual and communicates regularly about their learning activities....
Ann P.
Madison S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
I Am A Recent UC Berkeley Grad Looking For Child Care Opportunities.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm currently looking for families to babysit and/or private tutor for in Santa Cruz.
I have experience as a profession tutor and elementary after school teacher at Lazear Charter Academy. I've worked with kids for over 8 years now. I worked for the Alameda parks and recreation department for four summers, leading games...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Madison is great! She is prompt, friendly, easy to communicate with and my daughter enjoys learning from her.
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5.0
(2)
Coming from a large family, there was always an aunt or uncle tossing a baby into my arms. They got away with it because I loved it! Having 7 cousins younger than me has shaped me into the caretaker I am today.
I completely enjoyed my experience working for the University of Reno, NV daycare where I mainly focused on 3-5...
Maggie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maggie has take care of all 3 of my boys from infant to now. She is very trustworthy, always on time, and so much FUN for my boys. They absolutely love her. She has even created her own projects with them to keep them off the screens. Over the years we have...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I like working with kids because they amaze me with how smart they are! I was very nearly a preschool teacher and I absolutely love watching that age group figure out how things work and problem solve. Older kids are great to work with because they generally want to help out if there's younger kids and if not then we get to just...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Emily took great care of our 11 months old baby when we were on vacation in Santa Cruz. It felt really safe to leave him with her and we would definitely hire her again if we come back :)"
Matilda W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a 21-year-old student attending The University of California, Santa Cruz. I am originally from Los Angeles where I have worked in childcare for over eight years. My mother is a preschool teacher, which means I have grown up surrounded by younger children and always had the opportunity to be a helping hand. Every summer...
Channing can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Channing helped me during a very difficult time with my colicky, high needs baby. She was so helpful, sweet, and a joy to be around. She was great with my (at the time) 3 month old. She helped my sanity stay in tact! 😆 Would definitely trust her with your kiddos!"
Caitie A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I love kiddos! I've worked as a nanny, teacher, and camp counselor for countless families, schools, and camps over the years and have always found working with children to be a source of joy and light. Naturally a caretaker, I also love animals of all kinds and pride myself on being gentle yet firm, calm but fun, adaptable,...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Lauren was our 2-3 day a week Nanny and was wonderful. The kids loved her, she is good with dogs, punctual, dependable and communicates well. I would still employ Lauren, but she is a student and went home for the summer. Would recommend."
Rebecca O.
Hello! I'm Oli.
I am a recent graduate from UCSC. I started working with kids 10 years ago as a camp counselor, and have been working with them ever since! I currently work at Campus Kids Connection as an after school teacher with kids between the ages of 3-10.
In my spare time, I like to play board games, watch movies, and...
Olivia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Abigail J.
Santa Cruz, CA
$17/hr • 1 yrs exp
UCSC Student, Passionate About Child Psychology. Teacher's Aide At Calvary Preschool.
I am a dedicated childcare provider with some education in Psychology and a passion to promote kids' development. I am a Teacher's Aide and encourage kids' learning & discovery with outdoor sensory play activities.
I am patient & creative, which lets me to foster a safe & stimulating environment for kids. I believe in open...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Clarissa H.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Preschool Teacher During The Day And A Big Kid All Day Long
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! :) I have over 10 years of experience working with children. I work M-F from 8-5 as a preschool teacher and I am looking for another part time job at what I love to do the most: hanging out and learning from our young adults. I can help with errands and I have a car.
Availability: Weeknights and weekends.
(CPR and...
Clarissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there!
I'm an educator with nearly 10 years of experience across all age groups, and I've been a nanny and babysitter for even longer! Caregiving has always been my calling, and I am excited to return to it as I take a sabbatical from teaching.
I am certified in both Pediatric and Adult First-Aid/CPR certified, and I...
Kara can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I have been tutoring English Language Arts for 23 years, part-time. I have worked with students in small classes and individually. I have experience with a variety of curriculum and grade levels from 2nd grade to high school 12 grade. I have been working with home school charter schools in Monterey County and currently still...
I hold lots of valuable writing experience as a from my Sociology education at UCSC. I am currently a paraeduactor at a Santa Cruz elementary school, where I work with kids through their ELA and math work. I can assist students with reading comprehension, formulating texts, and overall writing help. I am also an artist, so I can...
Kennedy T.
Santa Cruz, CA
$24-29/hr
I am an English major with Latin Honors from Saint Mary's College of California. I was trained in their writing center and have tutored in reading, writing and literature. I also have experience in helping students navigate organizational skills for academic success. I believe in academics, and more importantly, growing to love...
I have 3 years experience working as an art teacher to kids k-8th grade. I can help with drawing and painting in multiple mediums.
Ana Gabriela F.
Santa Cruz, CA
$26-31/hr • 2 yrs exp
Just tell me what I can help you with and I will help you, the important thing is that you are clear
Lilian B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$24-29/hr • 1 yrs exp
I Love College And Playing Sports. I Have A Horse That I Ride And Take Care Of.
Hello,
I would love to help. I am a college student and I have homework of my own. I like writing.
Ashley Y.
Santa Cruz, CA
$17-27/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello,
I am bilingual( English and Spanish). I have 3 associates degrees in biology, general studies, and general math! I am also CPR certified.
I'm a Systems Engineer for a Biotech Robotics Company. I have experience tutoring coding along with highschool level math and physics. My undergraduate degree is in Mechanical Engineering and my Master's is in Materials Science and Engineering.
I have over 25 years of professional organization skills that can be taught to simplify one's environment, projects and life.
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Santa Cruz, CA
Shara M.
5.0
Shara was great with my kids. She came to help me a few days a week as we had just moved to the area and my kids were 2 under 2. Some days I didn't need as much help with the kids and she helped with preparing meals. She has a therapy bunny that she brought one day for my kids to interact with. She...
- Daniel J.
Madison S.
5.0
Madison tutored our 9-year old son this spring quarter in Language Arts. Our son has enjoyed every session with her. He finds her understanding and easy to learn from. We appreciate that she is punctual and communicates regularly about their learning activities. Overall, it has been a positive...
- Ann P.
Madison S.
5.0
Madison is great! She is prompt, friendly, easy to communicate with and my daughter enjoys learning from her.
- Care member
Maggie R.
5.0
Maggie has take care of all 3 of my boys from infant to now. She is very trustworthy, always on time, and so much FUN for my boys. They absolutely love her. She has even created her own projects with them to keep them off the screens. Over the years we have used her FT and PT. She has cleaned...
- Care member
Emily K.
5.0
Emily took great care of our 11 months old baby when we were on vacation in Santa Cruz. It felt really safe to leave him with her and we would definitely hire her again if we come back :)
- Matilda W.
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Santa Cruz, CA
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Santa Cruz, CA is $25.60. 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
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What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA homeschool teachers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Homeschool Teachers in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 92 listed homeschool teachers.