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Mary M.

Petaluma, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
I'm enthusiastic energetic with babies. I love babysitting, I've been working with kids since I used to be a teacher in Guatemala. I'm bilingual, and have lots of experience with children. I also enjoy tidying up and organizing in my spare time. Also have CPR experience.

Margaret F. says "We hired Mary for a night when we were in town for a wedding, and we were so happy with the experience. It was our daughter's first time with a...

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Shannon A.'s Photo

Petaluma, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'm Shannon and I have 10+ years experience with childcare, I'm a mom to a 4-year-old. I have two B. S. in Business, am in school for a B. S. in Nutrition and Dietetics, and I have 13 credits in early childhood development and education. I have extensive childcare experience including nannying, tutoring, camp counselor, Mom, and...

Derek G. says "Shannon took care of 2 boys for a summer, and was a great help. She transported the boys to hockey practices, made sure both had all their gear, and took...

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Kelsey S.'s Photo

Petaluma, CA

4.5(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I am currently a teacher looking for an occasional babysitting job! I am most experienced with ages 10 months to 12 years of age. Along with teaching for over 5 years and 15+ years of babysitting and nannying, I have experience in working at multiple summer camps, an after school program, and tutoring. I am able to work with all...

Vanessa S. says "I was in a pickle and needed care for my 3 kiddos for a specific date. Kelsey came to the rescue and spent the day doing activities with the kids that...

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Samuela N.'s Photo

Petaluma, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
My experience as a teacher plays a huge role in my ability to connect with children. Teaching gives me plenty of practice in managing a classroom, engaging students, and finding ways to make learning fun and accessible. It also helps me develop strong communication and organizational skills, along with the patience and empathy...

Jenny A. says "He is very pleasant and polite. He took the time to talk to my grandson and play games with him. My grandson enjoyed having Sam here."

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Looking For Part Time

Petaluma, CA

5.0(1)
from
$31/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi Parents, I'm a 26-year-old from Nashville, TN, now living in Petaluma since last June. I'm looking for a Full time summer Position, 40-hour-a-week nanny position where I can create an enriching environment for the child to thrive in. With 12 years of childcare experience, including 6 months as a preschool assistant teacher,...

Care Member says "We love Ms. Macy! She is dependable, flexible and has a great attitude. She also has A LOT of experience with children of all ages. Most importantly our...

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Elementary Teacher And Tutor

Petaluma, CA

from
$30/hr
4 years experience
Hi there, my name is Courtney and I recently taught 1st grade in Reno! I have an abundance of experience teaching K-5. I have strengths in all math areas, ELA (phonics, reading, comprehension, writing, grammar, etc.), and science. I love to make learning fun, engaging, and positive with encouragement!
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Former Preschool Teacher Looking To Work With Children Again

Petaluma, CA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I have worked for over 26 years with children in a preschool setting, though I have also cared for children (infant/toddler/young school age) in my own home. I am CPR certified and have been fingerprinted. I have made lesson plans, supervised during play and nap time, and done light housework. I enjoy playing games with children...
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Playful, Creative Teacher Ready To Help

Petaluma, CA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi families! I'm Christa, a caring, responsible, and fun caregiver with a background in education and a proud mama to a curious and energetic 4-year-old. I have years of experience working with children of all ages, both in and out of the classroom, and truly enjoy supporting their growth through play, learning, and...
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Petaluma, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I'm a multiple-subject credentialed teacher, and have taught grades 1st-12th. I completed my certification at Sonoma State.
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Christa S.'s Photo

Petaluma, CA

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Hi! I'm Christa, a former classroom teacher with a BA in Liberal Studies, a teaching credential, and a Master's in Curriculum, Teaching, and Learning. I have years of experience supporting students from TK through 8th grade in reading, writing, math, and study skills. I focus on building confidence and making learning...
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Petaluma, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Ashley. I am a teacher/tutor with 10 years experience willing to work with all ages and most subjects. I have my own transportation and am willing to tutor in home or pick students up from school as well if needed. I am 33 years old and have had 5 years experience in teaching high school math. Before that,...
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Mery L.'s Photo

Petaluma, CA

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$28/hr
I have professional experience as a children's party artist. Offering. Ballon twisting and face painting. In addition I have studied and practiced a huge variety of arts and crafts and shared with many kids over the years. I'd love to be able to spend time discovering art in my studio or in your home
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Tutor

Petaluma, CA

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$27/hr
I am graduating from Cardinal Newman High School this year and will be studying at Duke University in the fall on a premed track. I love children and am passionate about the value of education, as well as enhancing students' academic experience I have completed and received exceptional grades in advanced placement calculus,...
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Tutoring

Petaluma, CA

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
My name is Aon, and I am a freelance artist with a passion for art and crafts. I am also a proud mother of a6-year-old daughter. Being both an artist and a parent has helped me become patient, caring, and understanding, especially when working with children. I enjoy supporting creativity in others and creating a positive and...
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English / Writing / Natural Sciences Tutor

Petaluma, CA

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$45/hr
9 years experience
I love helping children and families become better humans! As a certified tutor at the Santa Rosa Junior College, Petaluma campus, I feel very fortunate to be able to help others in English, writing, and natural sciences. Backed by a three-year Waldorf teacher training certification, my experience as a naturalist for nearly 9...
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Kelsey S.'s Photo

Petaluma, CA

from
$35/hr
I am a teacher of over 5 years, and currently looking to help tutor kids from ages 5 to 11 years old.
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Reading Tutor For Young Children

Petaluma, CA

from
$33/hr
I am great with kids. I like helping kids with their reading. I have over 15 years of experience working with children and adults with disabilities. I am patient and kids feel comfortable around me which is essential for learning. If your child needs help with reading, I am ready to work with them.
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Cameryn S.'s Photo

Petaluma, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I started tutoring when I worked at a previous elementary school job in 2024. I am currently in college to become a teacher and wholeheartedly believe in meeting a child where they are at.
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Experienced, Top Of Class K-12 Math Tutor

Petaluma, CA

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$24/hr
1 year experience
I am a college student studying electrical and computer engineering, and an experienced math tutor with hands-on experience working at learning centers over the last summer. On top of that, I frequently volunteer to help my university with STEM access to students K-12 all over my city. With this experience, I have helped...
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Samuela N.'s Photo

Petaluma, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
My experience as a teacher likely plays a huge role in your ability to connect with children. Teaching gives you plenty of practice in managing a classroom, engaging students, and finding ways to make learning fun and accessible. It also helps me develop strong communication and organizational skills, along with the patience and...
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  • 60 homeschool teachers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.88/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated homeschool teachers is 4.8

Recent homeschool teacher reviews from local parents in Petaluma, CA

Homeschool Teachers in Petaluma, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews of the 60 listed homeschool teachers

Mary M.

We hired Mary for a night when we were in town for a wedding, and we were so happy with the experience. It was our daughter's first time...

- Margaret F.

Shannon A.

Shannon took care of 2 boys for a summer, and was a great help. She transported the boys to hockey practices, made sure both had all their...

- Derek G.

Kelsey S.

I was in a pickle and needed care for my 3 kiddos for a specific date. Kelsey came to the rescue and spent the day doing activities with the...

- Vanessa S.

FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Petaluma, CA

The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Petaluma, CA is $25.88. 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 Petaluma, 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 Petaluma, 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 Petaluma, CA.

When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Petaluma, 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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