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Allison W.
Gales Ferry, CT
$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I am a Certified Social Studies and K-12 Special Education Teacher taking a break from the classroom after the birth of my son. I hold a Masters degree in Education and have worked as an educator for the past five years largely in a special education setting. This work has given me extensive experience creating one-on-one...
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I am a recent college graduate with experience tutoring high school students. I have a strong background in both math and science as my bachelors degrees are in cell and molecular biology and animal science with a pre-vet concentration.
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*BS Science and Education URI 1988
*MS Curriculm Design and Science Education 2020 UTA
*Mom of 2 wonderful adults. 2 cats, 2 dogs, and a turtle
*Home School Coach/Teacher (individual or group)
*Infant and child Nanny or 1 time sitter
*Pet friendly
long before I became a teacher, I was babysitting. I loved it. In my 1st 3 years...
5.0
"We hired Gretchen as an occasional babysitter for our two boys (6 and 2). She was punctual and well-prepared, and the kids loved her."
Reviewed by James A.
5.0
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I am a fun, loving, creative, and responsible babysitter and nanny. Over the past 13 years, I have been directly responsible for supervising over 200 children in group settings, residences, schools, and community settings. My responsibilities include supervision of children from newborn to 19 years of age. I have been a...
5.0
"Arielle is quiet and gentle. She asks pertinent questions about the children's needs and follows through. My kids love spending time with her"
Reviewed by Julie M.
Sarah B.
Norwich, CT
$36/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I have worked with children of all ages since I was about 12 years old. I come from a large family and began baby-sitting young. I have started for my associates in early childhood education and am CPR First Aid and CT medication administration certified.
The past six years I have worked in group homes with mentally and a...
5.0
"Sarah is the current full-time nanny for my 2-year-old daughter and she has become like family for us. She is looking to take on another child / children and anybody would be lucky to have her. She has taken...
Reviewed by Haley L.
Diane L.
Ledyard, CT
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Seeking Position 12/26 - 12/30 2022 W/Young Kids
5.0
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I am Diane L. and I am vaccinated and boosted. I am looking for f/t or p/t temporary work with up to 2 infants and/or toddlers during the week of Dec. 26 - Dec. 30, 2022. Since 2003, I've been an infant/toddler teacher at 3 local Early Childhood Education and Childcare centers, a long-term nanny for 4 families in the area,...
5.0
"Diane L. is extremely reliable (never once called out sick or didn't show for a scheduled time in the 5 years she sat for us) and dedicated to the care of children. She truly enjoys being with kids and watching...
Reviewed by Perrilea C.
Taylor B.
Norwich, CT
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! My name is Taylor and I have worked in the childcare for three years as a toddler teacher. Although my classroom is 1. 5-2. 5-year-olds I have had the opportunity to work with all age groups. I also worked as a nanny for a family for 6 months. I currently hold my CDA (child development associate). I have a professional...
Bridgette V.
Groton, CT
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi there! My name is Bridgette and I have been a babysitter for 12 years now. I am a CNA and have been working as a CNA for four years but still babysitting as a side gig. I was also a preschool teacher so I have loads of experience with children and love to hang out with kids. They make the day so much more interesting LOL. I...
5.0
"Bridgette has experience as a Pre-K teacher. She is patient, kind, and caring. We love having her over to our house. It feels like she is part of our family. Both our daughters love playing with her so...
Reviewed by Wendy I.
5.0
(3)
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Thanks for taking the time to view my profile!
I have many years of experience working with children of all ages! I have been a nanny for the past 15 years and honestly its one of the most rewarding jobs there is. I honestly don't think id be happy doing anything else. My mom was a pre School teacher so I guess its in the...
5.0
"Jill has worked for us part-time for two summers now. She's primarily taken care of our son - who was just 5 months last summer - but, this summer, she also watched our 5-1/2 year old daughter with our son for...
Reviewed by Erin F.
5.0
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I am 20 years old, Right now I am currently a BT (behavior technician) at InBloom autism services. I am working on obtaining my RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) certification. Previously, I was a daycare teacher working at multiple centers for two years. I have 4+ years of experience, caring for children between the ages of...
5.0
"I think she’s great. She helps babysit my nephew all the time and you can tell she enjoys what she does. She. Always thinking of buying things for the kids she watches and always thinks of ways to make them...
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Beth R.
North Stonington, CT
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, I am Beth, a retired art teacher looking to supplement my income while doing what I love. Here are a few things that could make me a great choice as a caregiver for you.
* I am very energetic and love to play with kids of all ages,
* I have years of experience working at a Waldorf - inspired school and later became a...
5.0
"We were in town for a friend's wedding in Mystic and since we're from California didn't know of anyone local to watch our 22 month old during the wedding. I was anxious to hire someone I had never met, but Beth...
Reviewed by Betsy P.
Alyssa J.
Uncasville, CT
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello, my name is Alyssa and I have been in childcare for over a decade now. Currently I am a preschool teacher! I have been babysitting for/working with infants - adults with special needs since I was a teenager. I hold Bachelor's degrees in both Early Childhood Education and Sociology. I am currently working towards my...
5.0
"Alyssa is great with kids of all ages ! Alyssa has cared for my niece and nephew on several occasions since they were babies (they are now 5 and 8). Alyssa is able to communicate well with children and is great...
Reviewed by Amanda B.
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Hello! My name is Mariah and I am 24 years old. I studied Social Work and Outdoor Leadership at Warren Wilson College. I grew up with 5 siblings, so as you can imagine, I helped around the house a bunch. I have lots of experience in general house work, pet care and child care. In the past, I have babysat for many families...
5.0
"Wow this girl is amazing. My 2yr old loves her, is so happy when she walks in the door. Mariah is very dependable and she made us feel so comfortable leaving her with our boys. Hoping she continues to work with...
Reviewed by Danielle B.
Elizabeth B.
Mystic, CT
$15-17/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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I am CPR and First Aid certified as well as Med certified.
I am currently working in a daycare as a Head Toddler Teacher, and I plan on leaving do work for a family instead. While working at a daycare I have Learned Curriculum and can implement that into your child's everyday activities as well as crafts, and outside play. I...
5.0
"She is awesome with kids and has two of her own"
Reviewed by Riley H.
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I am the eldest sibling of 5 and have had experience sitting other kids through my mothers daycare. I am an animal lover and have my own car so I am able to drive when need be. I am a cellist, college student, future early childhood teacher with a passion for teaching others.
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Hello :) My name is Kelly, I'm 35 years old, I have 15 years of experience babysitting and teaching. I live in New London. I'm CPR certified. I have a reliable car for transportation. I provide a calm presence and love learning and facilitating a safe loving environment.
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I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I'm the eldest of 3 girls, so I have a lot of experience with taking care of little kids. I have worked as a camp counselor, substitute teacher, tutor, babysitter and house sitter throughout my teens and 20's.
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Hi! My name is Julia, I am an aspiring Elementary School Teacher. I'd like to become a nanny to help around the house and make it as easy as I can for you when you come home from work! I love crafts, outside time, educational activities, making fun playtime activities and more! I have a working vehicle, multiple trainings, I'm...
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I have 6 years of experience working with children. I've babysat since I was 15, I was a tutor/nanny for a child during COVID remote learning, and I am currently a certified special education preschool teacher. I am looking for an opportunity to pick up some babysitting shifts here and there for the rest of the school year and...
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Gales Ferry, CT
Gretchen N.
5.0
We hired Gretchen to nanny for our 6yo son for a season. She was punctual, engaged, and a wealth of information. Would highly recommend her, we'd hire her again.
- Kylee R.
Arielle S.
5.0
Arielle watched my boys for a couple of hours while I was at a doctor's appointment. The kids and I felt very comfortable with her. She was punctual and took time to ask questions regarding the kids' needs. The kids enjoyed having her spend time with them very much. We look forward to having her...
- Rebecca S.
Sarah B.
5.0
Sarah is the current full-time nanny for my 2-year-old daughter and she has become like family for us. She is looking to take on another child / children and anybody would be lucky to have her. She has taken care of my daughter like her own and I could not ask for a better nanny.
- Haley L.
Diane L.
5.0
Diane is an experienced professional sitter. She is very reliable and has watched my two kids, ages 2 and 4, once a week for the past 9 months. Her knowledge of young children allows her to easily suggest age appropriate activities. She shows great kindness and empathy to my boys, whether it is...
- Kristen W.
Bridgette V.
5.0
Bridgette has experience as a Pre-K teacher. She is patient, kind, and caring. We love having her over to our house. It feels like she is part of our family. Both our daughters love playing with her so much. She makes fun snacks with the girls and reads stories with them. She always thinks of...
- Wendy I.
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Gales Ferry, CT
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Gales Ferry, CT?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Gales Ferry, CT is $18.00. 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 Gales Ferry, CT?
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 Gales Ferry, CT 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 Gales Ferry, CT offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Gales Ferry, CT 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 Gales Ferry, CT?
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 Gales Ferry, CT.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Gales Ferry, CT?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Gales Ferry, CT, 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.