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Ilana D.

Merrick, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Ilana and I just graduated from SUNY New Paltz with a major in Early Childhood/ Childhood Education and a concentration in English. I have my NYS Initial Teaching Certificate (Birth - 6 grade). In the fall, I will begin earning my Master's Degree, part-time in Special Education at Queens College. I have about 5...

Callie O. says "Ilana babysat for us over the summer of 2021. We loved her, and so did our 18 month old son. She took him on long walks, ran around outside, read books...

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27 Years Experience Working With Special Needs Children And General Education Also

Merrick, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, I've worked and presently still am a special needs teachers aide for s school district. I also have worked for a few families over the past 13 years with children ages 6 months thru 16 yrs. My hours in the school district are from eight till 12 noon. I am available after that time. I have many references if needed and thank...

Casey S. says "Patti was a wonderful caretaker for our 4 year old son. She's reliable, punctual and has a very calm disposition that any child would respond quickly to....

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Experienced NYC Special Ed Teacher & Tutor

Merrick, NY

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$42/hr
5 years experience
I'm a certified Special Education teacher with five years of experience in the New York City Department of Education, working with students across all grade levels. I'm passionate about helping students succeed by meeting their unique learning needs with patience, care, and proven strategies. Whether your child needs extra...
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Elementary Teacher/ Certified Reading Teacher

Merrick, NY

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$50/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as patient, kind and compassionate One thing you should know about me is I've been working with children as a primary grade teacher for 32 years. My skills include teaching reading, math, science and social studies in a fun and creative way. Helping children understand how to use their own skills...
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Merrick, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, patient , organized. I like tutoring because it gives me the chance to sit down one on one with a student to learn more about the needs of that child. You build a connection when it is one on one. I'm looking for a job that is consistent and that benefits the person in need. I...
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Kinder, Gentler English Tutor

Merrick, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
English language arts and literature should be inspiring and fun. Writing is a skill that can be mastered. I hold a Master's degree in English and have 18 years of experience as a certified teacher in a public high school, and I can help your middle school or high school child substantially improve writing, literary...
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Merrick, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working extensively with both general education and special education students, allowing me to develop a deep understanding of their unique needs and learning styles. My passion for helping children excel in their education, particularly in the areas of phonics, reading...
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Merrick, NY

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$19/hr
Hello, I'm an elementary school teacher for the past 31 years. I am also a certified reading teacher. I love working with my students, and sharing my love for learning! I look forward to continuing my journey by helping children grow academically as well as appreciate and develop a love for literacy.
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Merrick, NY

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Gianna, and I'm a certified special education teacher with five years of experience working for the NYC Department of Education. I have prior babysitting experience and a strong background in supporting children of all abilities. During the summer, I continue teaching and love keeping kids engaged with fun,...
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Merrick, NY

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
Hi! My name is Nyla, I'm a trustworthy and caring babysitter with experience working with children from newborns to 10 years old. I've worked as a teacher's assistant for a summer program, where I helped lead fun activities, supported learning, and cared for children in a structured and nurturing environment. I'm also a future...
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Gianna C.'s Photo

Merrick, NY

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$19/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
Hi! My name is Gianna, and I'm a certified special education teacher with the NYC Department of Education. I have years of experience working with children of all ages and abilities. I'm patient, responsible, and love creating a fun, engaging, and supportive environment. Whether it's helping with homework, playing games, or...
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A Current Speech Language Pathology Graduate Student Looking For A Summer Babysitting Job!

Merrick, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, energetic, and charismatic I like working with kids because I am an aspiring Speech Language Pathologist and one day want to work with kids! I'm looking for a job that flexible but also consistent. I started working with kids when I was just 14 years old as I was a dance teacher my...
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Merrick, NY

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$29/hr
1 year experience
I'm currently a Physics major, minoring in astrophysics. Additionally, I'm working in a research group that is aimed at studying the transition disks of the star sy CHA. In the fall I will be a senior in undergrad.
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Smile Creator

Elmont, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
New York State Certified elementary teacher with over 25 years experience working with and taking care of young children

Lisanne C. says "Lisa is the most amazing caregiver! She is reliable, trustworthy, fun, and great with little kids! My 2 small boys had a blast and I felt so relieved...

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East Rockaway, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am a kindergarten teacher looking for part-time work for the summer. I am certified B-2 and 1-6 General Education and Special Education. Before becoming a teacher I had over a decade of experience nannying children from 0-12 years old.

Jen L. says "Samantha came for an interview and was punctual. She was very pleasant and we were interested in hiring her, but then her schedule changed and it just didn't...

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Cambria Heights, NY

5.0(0)
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$28/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Chanique. I am a warm, nurturing, compassionate, and empathetic person. I carry these qualities with me when I go to work and interact with the children in my care. I am looking to start working with a new family and a child with whome I can nurture into their full potential. I believe that one of my purposes in...
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Experienced And Loving Child Care Provider Seeking The Perfect Family Fit!

Massapequa, NY

5.0(1)
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$0/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm an experienced, dedicated and nurturing nanny. I've always loved working in child care whether it be in a classroom or someone's home. I have loved forming lasting relationships with all the families, and students, I've cared for. I am always thinking of new and creative ways of keeping children entertained from crafts at...

Melissa B. says "She is amazing with multiple children at once! She is very reliable, and an overall amazing human being!"

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Sara C.'s Photo

Massapequa, NY

5.0(1)
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$60/hr
I am a Masters in English literature, and graduated in Psychology. I have had 10 years of an experience with international organizations working as an executive assistant to different CEO's and have also worked as a teacher for a few years. I am taking up any jobs that require taking care of kids, and including tutoring.

Danielle A. says "Sara is caring, kind and reliable. She was open, honest and understanding. I look forward to working with her in the future."

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Teacher Looking For Extra Work

East Rockaway, NY

3.0(0)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a teacher, and my daughter is currently in kindergarten. Because I am not currently working, I am interested in helping others while my daughter is in school. I taught grades prekindergarten through 6. I also taught technology to ages 3 through 8, and to adult education classes. Currently, I am tutoring an online student...
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  • 60 homeschool teachers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.57/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated homeschool teachers is 5.0

Recent homeschool teacher reviews from local parents in Merrick, NY

Homeschool Teachers in Merrick, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed homeschool teachers

Ilana D.

Ilana babysat for us over the summer of 2021. We loved her, and so did our 18 month old son. She took him on long walks, ran around outside,...

- Callie O.

Patricia O.

Patti was a wonderful caretaker for our 4 year old son. She's reliable, punctual and has a very calm disposition that any child would...

- Casey S.

Lisa G.

Lisa is the most amazing caregiver! She is reliable, trustworthy, fun, and great with little kids! My 2 small boys had a blast and I felt so...

- Lisanne C.

FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Merrick, NY

The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Merrick, NY is $26.57. 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 Merrick, NY 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 Merrick, NY 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 Merrick, NY.

When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Merrick, NY, 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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