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Emily B.

Nurturing, Patient And Loving Teacher

Aptos, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a nurturing, patient and loving caregiver with over 10 years of experience caregiving for children. I have 5 years of experience as a preschool teacher, including 1 year at an outdoor Waldorf school. I have completed over 60 units of Child Development and Early Care and Education courses. I have mentored over 25...

Kimmie I. says "Emily Joy is incredible! She's so engaged and loving with my daughters. She plays with them, listens to them, gets on their level and gives so much love....

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Part Or Full-time Caregiver Available Children All Ages

Aptos, CA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Currently running my small jewelry business. In the past have been a live in nanny, part time nanny and occasional babysitter for children from ages 3 months to 16 years old and preschool teacher at an emergent and play based preschool.

Karen H. says "Mikaela is great with kids. She enjoys them and is good at engaging them in healthy, constructive activities."

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Certificated Teacher

Aptos, CA

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$24/hr
Certificated teacher. Experience for special ed students as well and main stream students. I work at an elementary school.
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Teacher/Child Care/Senior Care/Special Needs

Aptos, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a teacher so I'm available during nights and weekends. I have 19 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I am a teacher with 2 credentials, one general Ed and one sped.
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Preschool Teacher, Doula, And Tutor.

Aptos, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am not available for full f-t or p-t jobs or care at this time but I am available for nanny relief or short term coverage assistance- one off emergency help or date nights . I have over 25 years of experience with children from infants to teens. My experience has been as a nanny, daycare provider, postpartum doula, preschool...
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Aptos, CA

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Hey there, neighbors! Just wanted to drop in and introduce myself. I'm Eliana and I'm a hardworking student. To focus on my studies, I've been doing some house dog pet care and babysitting on the side. Before that, I've worked at CYT as a teacher for 4-7-year-olds, and I've also gained experience at places like Kiantis,...
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Caring, Creative K-8 Tutor

Aptos, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Currently only available for online tutoring . Masters in Education with specialization in English. Tutoring in elementary and middle school all subjects. Need executive functioning coaching for your high school student? Habit formation? Anxiety ? Ask me about my coaching services. Preschool and ESL certifications and many...
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Tutor

Aptos, CA

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$28/hr
1 year experience
Hello, I am a student at Cabrillo college, currently studying dental hygiene. I have always maintained a 3. 5 GPA throughout high school and college. I am also bilingual in English and Spanish. I am looking for a tutoring job near me (Aptos). I can tutor Spanish, English, and Art. If you are interested please feel free to...
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Hello!

Aptos, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
Hey there, neighbors! Just wanted to drop in and introduce myself. I'm a hardworking student. To focus on my studies, I've been doing some house dog pet care and babysitting on the side. Before that, I've worked at CYT as a teacher for 4-7-year-olds, and I've also gained experience at places like Kiantis, Marianne's, Sushi...
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Aptos, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I started my love for child care at the young age of 8. I was "hired" to play with two small children while their mother did housework. I continued working for the family until the age of 18. In between those years, I slowly developed the role of "the nanny" and "home school teacher". I am the 4th child out of 5. My older...
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Aptos, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been a toddler/preschool teacher for the past 5 years. I've worked with ages 1-5- planning age appropriate activities, incorporating dance, art, sensory into everyday activities, diaper changing/potty training. I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives.
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Aptos, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Andie, and I have experience in both childcare and pet care. Since graduating from UCSC in 2022, I've been working as a substitute teacher in Santa Cruz County, where I've gained hands-on experience working with children of all ages. This role has helped me develop strong communication skills, keep kids engaged, and...
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Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
As a caregiver with a decade of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. My calm and creative nature allows me to connect with kids on a personal level. I prioritize clear and open communication with parents, ensuring their peace of mind. I believe in supporting...

Chloe R. says "Clarissa was a wonderful sitter! She and her partner, Jessica, watched our group of 5 kids, ages 1-7, while we went to a wedding. They sent us updates...

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Retired Preschool Teacher

Capitola, CA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
In addition to raising my own two children, I have worked as a preschool teacher for over 20 years in the El Dorado Hills area. I love watching children learn, grow, and blossom with their own unique potential. Kids of ALL ages have always been my passion. I love ALL things active and outdoors. I also love arts and crafts,...

Kymberly H. says "If we could have one nanny for the rest of time - it would be Ms. Jenny. She came into our lives as our nanny but quickly became more than that. She...

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Hi!

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
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...

Matilda W. says "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...

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Experienced Nanny

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am a 49-year-old mother of 2 daughters ages 20 & 23. My older daughter just started graduate school and will be a teacher in a second grade classroom come August. My young one is going into her junior year . I have taken care of children . I have been a babysitter, nanny and Head Preschool teacher. My undergraduate degree was...

Care Member says "Robin has been our nanny for almost three years. We have found her to be reliable, punctual, trustworthy and flexible with my erratic work schedule. She...

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Teaching Enthusiast Looking For Learning Enthusiast

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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...

Daniel J. says "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...

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School Psychologist Offering Childcare And School Support

Santa Cruz, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I love working with children and young people! 20 year career in education~ School Psych specializing in autism spectrum disorder, social emotional well being and mental health counseling support. I'm also an active Aunt to three under 6! I'm a trained children's yoga teacher and love showing a way for children to connect with...
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Kind & Patient Nanny

Capitola, CA

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$32/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Kristie and live in Capitola. I have been nannying for few years now and thoroughly enjoy helping out families. Peace of mind is one of the best things that I can give to a perspective family. I've been a preschool teacher and a mother to 3 for over 30 years. I look forward to finding and helping out...
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Ruth F.'s Photo

Capitola, CA

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$27/hr
13 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
Nurturing young minds is more than a job for me; it's a genuine passion. For 13 years, I've been a teacher and tutor, both in the UK and the UAE, working with children of all ages, including those with special educational needs. I hold a graduate degree and am a certified teacher. I am patient, creative, and friendly. I enjoy...
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  • 60 homeschool teachers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.58/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated homeschool teachers is 5.0

Recent homeschool teacher reviews from local parents in Aptos, CA

Homeschool Teachers in Aptos, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed homeschool teachers

Emily B.

Emily Joy is incredible! She's so engaged and loving with my daughters. She plays with them, listens to them, gets on their level and gives...

- Kimmie I.

Mikaela F.

Mikaela is great with kids. She enjoys them and is good at engaging them in healthy, constructive activities.

- Karen H.

Clarissa H.

Clarissa was a wonderful sitter! She and her partner, Jessica, watched our group of 5 kids, ages 1-7, while we went to a wedding. They sent...

- Chloe R.

FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Aptos, CA

The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Aptos, CA is $25.58. 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.

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 Aptos, 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.

Homeschooling teachers near you in Aptos, 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.

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 Aptos, CA.

When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Aptos, 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.

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