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Hi! My name is Jess I'm 19 years old and I have 6 years of experience working with kids of all ages as a babysitter, nanny, camp counselor, teacher, and currently work as firefighter! I'm studying English, French, and Educational Studies at Colgate University where I'm also training to become a teacher.
I absolutely adore...
Esmeralda S.
Portola Valley, CA
$35/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hello! I'm Esmeralda, I've been a preschool teacher for three years now. I absolutely adore working with children of all ages. I am fun, creative and energetic! I am always open to experiencing and learning new things!
5.0
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Please see my review and contact me for questions about reading and English language tutoring for your young children.
5.0
"Ms. Elaina is the most knowledgeable Nanny/teacher I have ever seen about early childhood development. I love how she communicate in details and such a rich language with my one and half years old toddler. She...
Reviewed by Care member
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Dear parents,
As a parent of an 11yo daughter and 6. 5yo son, 10+ year Montessori enthusiast and Substitute French Teacher at the EFBA, I appreciate the importance of learning for our children.
I would like to help your child(ren) with their distance learning providing a safe, nurturing and respectful space for them to help...
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Special Education: I primarily with children with Autism Spectrum, ADHD, developmental delays. I focus mainly on small groups and whole classroom instruction. I work on fine motor, written expression, adaptive skills, social/emotional regulation. Pertaining to elementary school level, I work on reading comprehension, vocabulary,...
5.0
"Jennifer is a great teacher! She was one of the first tutors who found the right approach to my daughter who did not listen to all the previous tutors. My daughter has been progressing significantly after a few...
Reviewed by Care member
Alejandra M.
Menlo Park, CA
$35/hr • 15 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello lovely families!
My name is Alejandra I have been working with children since 2003 and enjoy it very much.
I am a prior preschool teacher with an Early Childhood Education degree.
I'm a very caring person and loving, I enjoy arts and crafts, music, reading, and outdoor, activities.
I'm very passionate about child...
5.0
"Alejandra is punctual, professional, and friendly. We have hired her twice babysitting our 2.5 years old. They had a good time playing together."
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Hello, my name is Aphrodite! I love spending time with children as they are a bundle of joy. I worked for 4 years as a swim instructor and lifeguard. I worked as a teacher's assistant at the Church for one year where I spoke Greek to the children, read them Greek fairy-tale stories and created fun games. I am comfortable with...
5.0
"Aphrodite was terrific with our twin 4 year olds. Handled some difficult challenges professionally and compassionately. Would book her anytime. Highly recommend and wish she lived in Southern Cal. ::)...
Reviewed by Kristine P.
Tammy A.
Redwood City, CA
$40-43/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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My name is Tammy and I am fully qualified infant/toddler teacher. I worked in an infant classroom for 2. 5 years prior to the pandemic. I'm currently working with 2 families part-time and looking for another part time job on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Prior to that I've been a stay at home mom to my teenagers. I also worked as a...
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"I don't know where to begin! We feel so incredibly fortunate to have Tammy as our part-time nanny. From the moment she joined our family, it was clear that she has a special gift when it comes to children....
Reviewed by Care member
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I am an experienced Mandarin Chinese teacher. I have language teaching degree from Harbin Normal University and have completed 52 units of college level Child Development and Liberal Arts classes in the US. I completed AP Chinese teacher's training through college board in 2014. Most of my students are from non-Chinese speaking...
Clara L.
Redwood City, CA
$33/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter For Babies, Toddlers And School-aged Kids
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I have 3+ years of paid professional experience with kids, in Brazil and in the US! Currently available on late afternoons, evenings, and some weekends. When I'm not babysitting, I work in the legal department of a biotech company.
My experience:
1 year of full-time work with one newborn and twin toddlers
1 year of full-time...
5.0
"Clara was incredible! She is kind and kept in great communication taking care of my 1-year-old and 4-year-old and playing with them at the library."
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Hi my name is Isabel and I recently graduated SDSU with a bachelor's in psychology. While living in San Diego I worked at a preschool/daycare for 3 years as well as nannying since I was 16. I have experience with children of all ages but mainly focused on ages 1-6 as a teacher. My responsibilities included planning lessons,...
5.0
"Isabel has cared for our 1yo toddler on multiple occasions. She is warm, respectful, genuinely cares for the little one's well being, and engages positively with children. Most importantly, she is dependable...
Reviewed by Avneesh S.
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I have taken care of children for over 20 years. I love kids and spending time with them. I'm very patient and kind with kids. My experience working with kids has been enriched as they have and continue to be my teachers. I have learned much of what I know through kids, seeing as I have more about myself.
5.0
"Rosela worked for us more than 10 years. We were very lucky to have her. She was loving, responsible and very professional."
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I am a First Aid + CPR certified nanny with 7+ years of experience caring for little ones from the ages of 3 mo - 8 years old. I enjoy engaging them in music, reading, arts and crafts, as well as outdoor activities to help keep them active! I worked in the healthcare field as a medical assistant for 2 years but due to the...
5.0
"Viri is amazing with kids. She's patient, kind, fun and responsible."
Reviewed by Nicole K.
Shaden H.
Redwood City, CA
$27-32/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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25 years old, ( Biomedical) student.
I tutor math part time and babysit infants, toddlers and school kids.
5.0
(1)
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Hi there!
My name is Savannah and I am a passionate professional with a degree in Child Development and minor in Special Education! I grew up in the Bay Area and have always considered it to be home! I graduated from Foothill College where I studied Psychology and Social Sciences, then transferred to California State...
5.0
"Savannah has been watching our 5 1/2 month old baby for the past two months. She's prompt, reliable and goes beyond just watching our son - his bottles are always washed and the place kept tidy. He lights up...
Reviewed by Andrea S.
Gari C.
Menlo Park, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I have over 20 years of experience as a preschool teacher. I have experience teaching reading, math, writing, art, and phonics to children ages 3 to 6.
5.0
"Gari has done a wonderful job working with our son, focusing on teaching him letter and word recognition and early reading. From the beginning she made excellent progress with our son, and we are very happy...
Reviewed by Alexandra G.
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Hi, My name is Jayanti. I was a teacher in Nepal for 17 years, hence its easy for me to connect with children. Myself, I am a mother with grown up kids too. I have been working as babysitter/nanny for the past 5 years, of taking care up to 2 children from newborn baby to 4 years old. Bathe and dress children, changing diapers,...
5.0
"She is a reliable nanny, very responsible on what she is doing and punctual person."
Reviewed by Ying S.
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As the General Manager I ran 43 daycares for 16 years. With over 30 years working with children I have taught many subjects and done many unique and fun things. I teach infants the basics using music and dance to throwing paint and teaching infants as well as children to swim.
I have knowledge in baby led weaning and other...
5.0
"JoElla looked after our 6 month old son for a few days. She did an amazing job with him - she sung to him, read to him, and made him laugh so much! She is very dependable, and has a lot of experience with kids....
Reviewed by Brian C.
Maria Del Pilar H.
Palo Alto, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Preschool Teacher Looking For Part-Time Or Full-Time Job, With A Lovely Family.
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Hola,
my name is Pily,
I am a preschool teacher, with lots of experience with toddlers, also with newborn babies!
I am very honest, reliable trustworthy fun and lovely lady, kids love me and always have fun with me:)
5.0
"Absolutely the best care taker in the world! Maria has so much experience as she is a teacher! She is extremely sweet, caring, loving, engaging, reliable, I could go on and job my kids love her and can't wait...
Reviewed by Robert M.
Molly Rose F.
Palo Alto, CA
$40-60/hr • 10 yrs exp
7th Grade Math And Science Teacher With Childcare Experience
5.0
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Hello! I am an experienced 7th grade math and science teacher with over 10 years of tutoring experience. My students praise my enthusiasm, patience, positive attitude, and ability to simplify complex topics. I graduated from Bowdoin College with a degree in Spanish, and from Simmons with an MAT in Secondary Mathematics Education...
5.0
"Molly is a bright and talented tutor and was extremely responsive in our communications. I would have loved to hire her except my child ended up dropping the class for which we were seeking tutoring."
Reviewed by Sarah G.
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in Portola Valley, CA
Elaina D.
5.0
I hired Elaine as my kid's tutor. She is incredibly patient and adept at tailoring her teaching to my child's interests. Her ability to prepare high-quality materials has led to significant improvement in my child's learning journey. Her dedication and approach have truly made a positive impact on...
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Jennifer L.
5.0
She is very enthusiastic, easy going, dedicated teacher. She helped the student to greatly improve the reading, writing and spoken English.
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Alejandra M.
5.0
Alejandra is punctual, professional, and friendly. We have hired her twice babysitting our 2.5 years old. They had a good time playing together.
- Care member
Aphrodite K.
5.0
We've been working with Aphrodite for almost a year now. She has supported us with childcare with our 2 and 5yo sons for date nights and occasional daytime support (especially during distant learning with our older son).
She is always punctual and has a positive demeanor. The kids are super excited...
- Yiota T.
Tammy A.
5.0
I don't know where to begin! We feel so incredibly fortunate to have Tammy as our part-time nanny. From the moment she joined our family, it was clear that she has a special gift when it comes to children. Tammy is warm and nurturing and created an immediate bond with our kids, and we constantly...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in Portola Valley, CA
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in Portola Valley, CA?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in Portola Valley, CA is $30.00. 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 Portola Valley, CA?
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 Portola Valley, 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.
What types of services do homeschool teachers near me in Portola Valley, CA offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in Portola Valley, 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.
How can I safely hire homeschooling teachers near me in Portola Valley, CA?
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 Portola Valley, CA.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in Portola Valley, CA?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in Portola Valley, 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.