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Presently an educator in a specialized program working with ASD students, I have 10+ years experience in working with children in various capacities (teacher, camp counselor, asst. camp director, after school program supervisor, etc). I spent almost 6 yrs as a nanny for a lovely family, caring for their 2 children while mom and...
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"Bridget was fantastic. She watched 4 kids and they had an amazing time. She brought toys to play with and art supplies. The kids had a blast. I would highly recommend Bridget to anyone."
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Cassandra M.
Portland, ME
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Grad Student With Lots Of Newborn And Childcare Experience!
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I am a grad student at USM, looking to nanny in my free time! I am a trained midwife, yoga teacher, and postpartum doula. I have a lot of newborn care experience, as well as a range of other ages, and I also have experience working with children with special needs and/or disabilities. I have been babysitting and nannying since I...
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"Cassandra is not only capable in the logistical and practical sense -- punctual, polite, generous, and knowledgeable -- she is also an intuitive and kind individual who truly cares for how children feel. She...
Reviewed by Alana D.
Madison E.
Portland, ME
$30-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
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I have been working with children since I was 14 as a babysitter, camp counselor, and teacher. I am a trained teacher with certification and am very excited to continue to work with children! I just finished my first teaching job on a remote Maine island with just two students.
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"Maddy was a great help filling in when we needed some last minute child care for a week. My 7 year olds really liked her, she was easy going and filled the gap seamlessly. Very dependable and competent."
Reviewed by Sonya M.
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Hi there! Thank you for reading my profile. I have over 30 years of experience caring for, educating, and nurturing children. I come from a big family with over 30 first cousins, so being with children is a natural experience for me. I am also a proud and loving mother to my 11-year-old son who absolutely lights up my life! I...
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"Brenda is an exceptional caregiver and truly gifted with children. She is emotionally intelligent and knows how to get down on the floor and really play! She won over our kids within a few nano-seconds.
Brenda...
Reviewed by Rhiannon C.
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Hi! I am a former elementary school teacher turned nurse, who misses working with kiddos and is hoping to babysit again as a result! I worked as an infant teacher at Smith's CECE for a year prior to starting my ABSN program. Before that, I taught fourth and first grade, silversmithing at a camp in Maine to girls aged 7-15,...
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"Maddie was wonderful, we loved having her come watch our toddler son on a very occasional basis. She made us feel very comfortable from the start, which made it easy to relax on a night out!"
Reviewed by Isabella W.
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After working as a nanny for 5+ years, I moved into the field of behavior support and have worked as a BHP for 3 years. I currently work as a special education ed tech for the Portland School district. I have experience supporting students K-8 with a variety of academics and am very experienced with remote learning. Currently, I...
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"Amelia tutored our kids on winter outdoor adventure for our break. Helped them get enthused about skiing, skating, and tubing."
Reviewed by Jen And Aaron B.
Taylor S.
Lewiston, ME
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Being the second oldest of a family of eight, you could definitely say I have experience caring for children! My love for my siblings grew to a love and special appreciation for children as a whole. I was employed at a childcare center for two years where I worked with children from school age to infants, and became CPR...
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"Taylor was amazing with our kids! I have a 6 year old and an almost 2 year old and they both loved her. She fed them dinner and put both kids to bed with no issues. She was also very tidy. She cleaned up after...
Reviewed by Tessa K.
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4th year dental student at UNE seeking to help students with Science, Math, and Spanish tutoring. Open to pet sitting and childcare. I consider myself easy-going yet driven, and value kindness and mutual respect. I am fluent in Spanish and Italian with moderate conversational skills in Russian. In my free time I explore the...
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"Sonia took care of our two cats while we were away. We returned to a well-cared-for house and two cats that were unbothered by our absence (which is high praise from our cats). Thank you!"
Reviewed by Kelly R.
Rebecca R.
Gray, ME
$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Thank you for taking a look at my profile! I am a 35-year-old woman in Kennebunk Maine. I'm taking on limited part time tutoring hours as I transition from a 10+ year career in the non-profit sector to full time graduate studies in social work. I have high school and middle school teaching experience and experience working one...
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Hi! I am a full time assistant teacher in the Preschool/Kindergarten/First Grade classes at Waynflete in Portland. I am hoping to find a part time or full time summer nanny position in the Portland area. I have been a regular babysitter for many families and have nannied for the past 6 summers. While babysitting I enjoy spending...
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I have a true passion for teaching children of all ages. I love the outdoors and provide kids with hands on learning experiences. I specialize in early childhood development and elementary education. I am experienced in distance learning. and have provided online and curriculum implementation for for a child who recently...
Stephanie M.
Portland, ME
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Teacher Looking For Occasional Babysitting. Available During The Day For The Month Of August.
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Greetings! I work as a behavior specialist in public schools and would love to build a relationship with a family for occasional sitting. Previously, I taught at a therapeutic middle school, was a naturalist for the Appalachian Mountain Club, taught 1st grade environmental education in Lawrence Public Schools, managed a teen...
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"Stephanie was so wonderful with our two kids, they keep asking when they can play with her again! She is thoughtful and attentive, and even felt comfortable bringing them out and about to the museum and...
Reviewed by Joyce C.
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Hello there! I am an artist and graduate from Maine College of Art and have been a nanny full-time for over 6 years plus a lead teacher in a daycare. I have cared for 2-4 children at a time, ranging from 2 months-12 years old. I have experience with potty training, housekeeping, and children with special needs. I have plenty of...
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"I'm a FTM and Savanna watched my first daughter so I could go back to work. I was nervous at first having never been a mom before but Savanna put me at ease and I realized that she knew way more then me! She...
Reviewed by Katie L.
Hannah P.
Auburn, ME
$20-22/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hello! I am a passionate care provider who strives to provide a safe, fun and loving environment for children and their families. I have a Bachelors degree in Environmental Science from UNE, with a minor in art. I also have experience as a daycare provider, a teacher and an in home nanny. I try my best to incorporate support for...
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Certified teacher with 24 years of experience in all subject areas. My focus is middle school math and science, and I am familiar with the Common Core State Standards in math and Next Gen Science Standards.
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"Kristi has worked with our daughter this year as her weekly fourth grade math tutor. I cannot speak highly enough about Kristi's ability to connect, motivate, and build confidence in our daughter's math skills...
Reviewed by Mary M.
Hope D.
Portland, ME
$23/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Children's ministries teacher for Pre-K - 3rd grade.
Over night Camp counselor of 3 years (ages 6-13).
Highly experienced with infant care.
I am also the oldest of four siblings!
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"so clearly experienced with children. present. engaging. available to teach and guide. i feel very good leaving my little one with her!"
Reviewed by Deborah B.
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Hello! My name is Amelia, I am 28 years old and local to Portland. I work full time as a Special Education Teacher for PPS and have worked in the education field for 6 years. Working with children is a passion of mine! When I am not in my classroom with my students I'm thinking of ideas to bring to the classroom to support them...
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"Amelia was 15 minutes early! My daughter just loved her."
Reviewed by Andrea A.
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Hi there! My name is Emily and I am an Ed Tech 3 in special education at an elementary school in Auburn, Maine. I have been working as a part time nanny since last fall.
About me: I have one wonderful son who is almost 14 and in the 8th grade this year!
I recently got married in June to my best friend in a beautiful small town...
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"Emily is a wonderful caregiver with so much to offer! I hired her to pick up my 6 year old from the bus and hang with her after school to help support my work schedule. She is super reliable, punctual and...
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Hi! I have 5 years of child care experience ranging from teachers assistant to a private nanny!
I am CPR certified and have my own transportation, would be willing to discuss helping with chores and other tasks around house.
Ideally looking for a 30 hour work week!
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"Hanna nannied for our 18 month old daughter short term, she was the perfect match for our family at the time!
I would highly recommend her to any family who's seeking childcare."
Reviewed by Keylee W.
Delaney P.
Portland, ME
$28-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello! I started nannying in 2012 and have babysat since 2009. I have copious experience in childcare of all ages (new borns to late teens), including nannying, occasional date night sitting, working as a teacher's assistant in a day care. I thoroughly enjoy spending time with the little ones and teaching them how to grow their...
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"Delaney is a delight! She watched our active toddler for 5 hours a day this summer, and was full of energy and able to keep him occupied (no small feat) all summer long. She responds well to communication, and...
Reviewed by Marianne B.
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Freeport, ME
Bridget F.
5.0
Bridget was fantastic. She watched 4 kids and they had an amazing time. She brought toys to play with and art supplies. The kids had a blast. I would highly recommend Bridget to anyone.
- Care member
Cassandra M.
5.0
Cassandra is not only capable in the logistical and practical sense -- punctual, polite, generous, and knowledgeable -- she is also an intuitive and kind individual who truly cares for how children feel. She took care of both our daughters (and let's be honest, us as new parents!) at varying stages...
- Alana D.
Madison E.
5.0
Maddy was a great help filling in when we needed some last minute child care for a week. My 7 year olds really liked her, she was easy going and filled the gap seamlessly. Very dependable and competent.
- Sonya M.
Brenda B.
5.0
Brenda arrived cheerful every day and was happy to offer help around the house beyond Walmart was asked, which was a huge help. My son did well with her and we would use her again in the future.
- Shayla W.
Maddie C.
5.0
Maddie was wonderful, we loved having her come watch our toddler son on a very occasional basis. She made us feel very comfortable from the start, which made it easy to relax on a night out!
- Isabella W.
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Freeport, ME
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Freeport, ME?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Freeport, ME is $27.50. 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 Freeport, 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 Freeport, 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 Freeport, ME offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Freeport, 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 Freeport, 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 Freeport, ME.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Freeport, ME?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Freeport, 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.