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Shannon W.

Experienced K-12 Teacher With Over 17 Years Of Experience

Los Altos, CA

5.0(0)
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$55/hr
Passionate and experienced educator with over 20 years of teaching and tutoring experience. I create engaging, personalized lessons that support each child's learning style and help them build confidence and a love for learning.
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Mai Ly C.'s Photo

Los Altos, CA

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$45/hr
Hello! I am a psychology major and an aspiring teacher currently applying to graduate programs to earn my MA in Teaching and Education. For the past 2 years, I have worked in school settings with children and adolescents, gaining hands-on experience in classrooms, afterschool programs, and educational support roles. I have...
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Los Altos, CA

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$26/hr
3 years experience
I have worked as a tutor for the past four years in both paid and volunteer positions. Mostly, I've worked with students between ages 5 and 14 and specialize in the humanities (English and history).
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Sarah H.'s Photo

Los Altos, CA

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$93/hr
10 years experience
I can tutor children up to 5th grade in Language Arts and Spanish. I can also teach beginner piano lessons to young children. I have been an elementary teacher and/or an elementary school principal for 30 years.
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Passionate Educator & Babysitter: Reliable, Caring, And Full Of Energy

Los Altos, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hi families! I'm an experienced tutor (10+ years, K-6) offering small group summer learning sessions at a local library (hoping to start first week of June). I'm currently forming two age-based groups: Ages 6-7: Reading & Writing Club • Reading fluency & comprehension • Guided discussion to build confidence • Workbook-based...
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Kate M.'s Photo

Los Altos, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I'm a humanities tutor that loves working with students of all ages. I have 11 years of experience as an educator and advocate for young ones! My approach is warm and friendly while maintaining high expectations. I'd be happy to chat about how I can help your child!
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Fun And Engaging English Tutor

Los Altos, CA

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$60/hr
3 years experience
I'm a local tutor with over 10 years of experience teaching at Stanford CCIS, Bay Area private schools, and internationally in China. I believe learning a language should be FUN, PRACTICAL, and ENGAGING! I specialize in private and semi-private lessons that focus on real-world conversation and American customs for all ages and...
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Los Altos, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I am a Brazilian teacher with a degree in Education, and I speak Portuguese, English, and Italian. I have experience working with children of different ages, creating engaging, playful, and personalized learning experiences. My goal is to help each student feel confident, supported, and motivated to learn in a warm and positive...
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Mai Ly C.'s Photo

Los Altos, CA

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$35/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Maily. I am 24. I am moving down to Los Altos, CA June/July of 2025 from San Francisco and excited to continue my work with children! I have 8+ years working w/children ages 0-14 such as babysitting, assistant teacher at TK/8 school, soccer tots, gymnastics classes, & rock climbing. I strive to create a...
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Expert Math Educator & Experienced Mom Of 3 (94024 Local)

Los Altos, CA

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$35/hr
20 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Expert Math Educator & Experienced Mom of 3 (94024 Local) Hi families! I am a local Los Altos resident (94024) and a former High School Math Teacher with 10 years of professional teaching experience. I also bring the practical wisdom of being a mother of three. I specialize in providing a safe, educational, and...
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Well-Rounded Experienced Educator

Los Altos, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
With over 20 years as a Science and Health teacher, I'm passionate about working with children and creating engaging learning experiences. I focused on hands-on, inquiry-based education and even built a working urban farm in Los Altos with chickens, goats, hydroponics, and a garden to connect students with science. I've...
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Sarah H.'s Photo

Los Altos, CA

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$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
Hi, I am Sarah. I am a mother of three grown children. I am an elementary school principal at a private school in Los Altos. I have been a teacher and a school administrator for 25 years. I am looking for childcare opportunities on occasional evenings and weekends. I love children of all ages and I am passionate about child...
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Andrea G.'s Photo

Los Altos, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been working with children for over 20 years in different capacities. Through my extensive educational experience, I can contribute to the growth and development of your child. It's rewarding to see them learn and grow. I worked as a Pre-school teacher, Director , Nanny, Family helper and Mentor and I am CPR and First Aid...
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Ane U.'s Photo

Los Altos, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Nurturing children and watching them blossom has always been a passion of mine. My four years of babysitting experience have solidified my commitment to providing families with dependable childcare. I hold a college degree and am also a Certified Teacher, with current First Aid Training and CPR Training. Parents appreciate my...
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Energetic, Trusted Childcare Provider | Ages 6mo-12yrs

Los Altos, CA

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$40/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Emily, a creative and reliable childcare provider with 8+ years of experience caring for kids ages 6 months to 12 years. I've managed multiple siblings, taught art to groups of 40+ as an assistant teacher and lead camp counselor. I led fun, structured routines with patience and creativity. I love working with kids...
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Hi Nice To Meet You, I Will Be A Excellent Caregiver!

Los Altos, CA

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
Hello, my name is Ying. I am 26 years old, I genuinely enjoy spending time with kids, and have lots of experience working with kids. Currently I am pursuing a master degree in SJSU and since I have some spare time here. I am excited to offer my babysitting services. I was a primary school teacher with valid teacher...
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Los Altos, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I'm Barbara, and I'm looking for a part-time or full-time nanny position starting in June, 2026. I hold a degree in English and Literature and have worked as a teacher, nanny, and former au pair. Over the years, I've cared for children from infants to school-age, helping with homework, reading, creative play, and...
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Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Travel
My name is Cecilyn. I am a well experienced housekeeper/cleaner for 10 years. I am very reliable and trustworthy person. I am very easy to get along with. I work really good and make it sure that what they are paying me is worthed. I also have experienced with kids. I was a classroom teacher for 6 years and I am also a mother of...

Heather H. says "Cecilyn is very professional and efficient! She really knows her stuff. A++++ Will definitely hire again."

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Qin G.'s Photo

Looking To Take Care Of The Babies.

Cupertino, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hello, parents, it's nice to see you all, I am a mother of two girls who are 17 and 8 years old they are very sweet nice and smart. I love to spend time playing with them or doing everything they like, also I was a teacher before I had them. I love the kids and my daughters love me so much, my students love me so much as well. I...

Anushya S. says "Qin helped us with childcare as I transitioned from my maternity leave to working full time. She enjoys playing with babies and fits right in very...

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Alejandra M.'s Photo

Menlo Park, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello lovely families! My name is Alejandra, I have been working with children since 2003 and appreciate it extremely much. I am a prior preschool teacher with an Early Childhood Education degree. I'm a very lovely individual and caring. I enjoy arts and crafts, music, reading, and outdoor activities. I'm very passionate...

Care Member says "Alejandra has been a great asset to our family. She is in tune with my son’s needs and my needs as a mom too. She engages with my son well, gets on his...

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  • 60 homeschool teachers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $39.06/hr as of May 2026

  • The average star rating for rated homeschool teachers is 5.0

Recent homeschool teacher reviews from local parents in Los Altos, CA

Homeschool Teachers in Los Altos, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed homeschool teachers

Cecilyn O.

Cecilyn is very professional and efficient! She really knows her stuff. A++++ Will definitely hire again.

- Heather H.

Qin G.

Qin helped us with childcare as I transitioned from my maternity leave to working full time. She enjoys playing with babies and fits right...

- Anushya S.

Alejandra M.

Alejandra has been a great asset to our family. She is in tune with my son’s needs and my needs as a mom too. She engages with my son well,...

- Care member

FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Los Altos, CA

The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Los Altos, CA is $39.06. 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 Los Altos, 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 Los Altos, 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 Los Altos, CA.

When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Los Altos, 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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