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60 homeschool teachers are listed in South Portland, ME
The average rate is $23/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby homeschool teachers is 5 years
Homeschool teachers in South Portland, ME
Cora L.
South Portland, ME
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, my name is Cora. I am from South Portland, Maine. I'm one of four children in my family and started babysitting when I was 15 years old. I worked at my fathers restaurant for 19 years and learned lots of valuable skills that have helped me in my babysitting. I'm very outgoing, organized, and responsible. I enjoy hiking,...
5.0
"My kids love Cora! She's come twice to babysit them, and they've asked when she'll come back. Both times, Cora arrived on time, with lots of energy, creativity, and good cheer. She drew a hopscotch on the...
Reviewed by Valerie T.
5.0
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Hi! I am a full time assistant teacher in the Preschool/Kindergarten/First Grade classes at Waynflete in Portland. I am hoping to find a part time or full time summer nanny position in the Portland area. I have been a regular babysitter for many families and have nannied for the past 6 summers. While babysitting I enjoy spending...
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Hi,
I'm Caroline. I'm originally from Belgium and have been living in the US for the last 12 years. I speak French and English. I'm a certified teacher. And I currently teach at an outdoor preschool.
I have the summer off.
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I have 10 years of experience as a teacher -- concentrating on Computer Programming and Math. I have an undergraduate and graduate degrees from MIT in Electrical Engineering. I have 30 years of experience as an engineer and over 10 years of experience as a teacher at the High School level. My major goal is to help students to...
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Hi! I am a college student home for the summer with a passion for learning and helping others to grow. I have experience tutoring in math, language arts, science, and I am also fluent in Spanish. During the school year I also work at the on-campus pre-school as a teachers assistant and which has helped me to develop my...
Zareena B.
South Portland, ME
$19-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hi, my name is Zareena!
I have been in the mental health field for two years and I am looking for a bit of a break! I graduated college with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Human Development and Family Sciences. Through this, I have taken courses such as child and adolescent development and social...
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Dear community,
I am an Educational Technician III at a Maine public school, with a Bachelor's in Anthropology from UMass Amherst (2013) and a Master's in Liberal Arts from St. John's College (2022).
I have experience with students K-12 in various settings (public school, private home, summer camps, weekend camps, afterschool...
Aileen C.
South Portland, ME
$21-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hi there! I just graduated from the a University of Maine with my bachelors degree in Mathematics. I am looking for a tutoring gig in the summer. I have worked as a learning assistant at UMaine, where I helped in a classroom for a calculus course and held weekly help hours to tutor students and help with homework. I have also...
Jessica L.
South Portland, ME
$50/hr • 5 yrs exp
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As a current toddler teacher, I create fun and engaging activities that are developmentally appropriate. I am a safe driver and am willing to help with errands and light housekeeping.
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Hi!
I'm a reliable, caring and creative person who has experience working as both a toddler teacher as well as a preschool teacher. I really love working with younger kids and getting to learn alongside their curiosities and excitement! I like making art and thinking of interesting ways to explore new ideas. I love spending time...
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Hello! My name is Adriana.
I have a full time job but I am looking for a part time job!
I was a nanny for the first year post college. I was a nanny for a family that had 7 children. The youngest being a year old and the oldest being 16. I have years of experience with age groups from 1-teens!
While working with the family of...
Greta T.
South Portland, ME
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I'd describe my personality as Kind, Empathetic, and Joyful
I like working with kids because it's always been very natural for me, my mom is a kindergarten teacher so i've been helping out with children since I was about early middle school age, and now i'm a daycare/preschool teacher!
I started working with kids when I was...
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I have a partial degree in early child development with a bachelors in Social and Behavioral Science! Over 15 years of child care experience working with ages 6 weeks to 18 years old. I was a pre-school teacher for six years at one point. I'm just looking for something part time evening and weekends! I currently have a full time...
Katrina M.
South Portland, ME
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi! I am Katie. I have an extensive background in child care and am looking to spend some time with some awesome kiddos! I was a part time nanny throughout all of college,
leading into a full time professional nanny career for 5 years. After I moved back to Maine I decided to switch careers and I now sell software. While I love...
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In the past, I have cared for two different families and enjoyed the experiences nannying brought. Since getting my Elementary Education degree, I have become a preschool teacher. In the summer, I would like to care for one or two families.
5.0
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I am a nanny with experience in caring for multiple children from the age of 3 months old through early teens. I specialize in early childhood movement and language development. I have experience as a kindergarten teacher as well as English teacher for pre-k and elementary school aged children. I am child and infant CPR...
5.0
"Abigail was AMAZING with my active 8 yr old son, who has vision issues. He LOVED her! We would love to use her many more times! She came on short notice and was happy to help out in pinch!"
Reviewed by Sandra R.
5.0
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I am a Public Pre-K teacher during the school year in Old Orchard Beach, Maine! I am available for after school and weekend care. I have had 10 years of experience working in childcare and early childhood education, including part-time babysitting and tutoring as well. I love spending time outdoors playing and learning, walking...
5.0
"Kaylen watched 5 kids ranging from ages 7 to 1 for the week we were in ME and did a great job. She got them all fed, bathed and to bed and managed all the drama with ease. Most importantly, the kids loved her....
Reviewed by Shannon T.
5.0
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I have been working with children for over 25 years. I started babysitting when I was 13 and have continued to work with children in various ways over the years. I have a B. S. in elementary education, was a before/after-school program director, a preschool teacher and I currently work in a busy pediatric dental office. I enjoy...
5.0
"Julie was a great addition to our household for the last 7+ months. She was always on time, easy to communicate with, and absolutely fantastic with my daughter (19-26months) I always knew my daughter was safe,...
Reviewed by Elizabeth B.
Azaria Z. S.
Scarborough, ME
$22-28/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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My name is Azaria. I will be graduating college from the University of Maine Orono in December 2023 with my Bachelors degree in Elementary Education.
I was a preschool teacher in the 2022/2023 school year at All Saints Catholic School. I enjoy working with children of all ages, and I am passionate about Education. I am...
5.0
"Azaria is amazing with kids! She babysat for us for several months and is very patient and experienced with children. She’s punctual and great at communication so you’re never in doubt about her schedule. Very...
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Lizzy C.
Old Orchard Beach, ME
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter For 10+ Years. Current Daycare Teacher Looking For Part Time.
5.0
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Hi there! I have over 10 years of experience watching children from newborns to the age of 11. During the time I'm caring for them I've supervised in outdoor activities, preparing meals throughout the day, and interactive one on one play time or care :) I love to be outside during the summer and enjoy taking road trips to do...
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Recent homeschool teacher reviews in South Portland, ME
Cora L.
5.0
My kids love Cora! She's come twice to babysit them, and they've asked when she'll come back. Both times, Cora arrived on time, with lots of energy, creativity, and good cheer. She drew a hopscotch on the driveway that literally had 100 boxes on it, because the kids were having so much fun. We'll...
- Valerie T.
Abigail C.
5.0
Abigail was AMAZING with my active 8 yr old son, who has vision issues. He LOVED her! We would love to use her many more times! She came on short notice and was happy to help out in pinch!
- Sandra R.
Kaylen B.
5.0
Kaylen watched 5 kids ranging from ages 7 to 1 for the week we were in ME and did a great job. She got them all fed, bathed and to bed and managed all the drama with ease. Most importantly, the kids loved her. She was fun, engaging, on time and flexible.
- Shannon T.
Julie B.
5.0
Julie was a great addition to our household for the last 7+ months. She was always on time, easy to communicate with, and absolutely fantastic with my daughter (19-26months) I always knew my daughter was safe, well cared for, and having tons of fun with Julie. Any family would be lucky to have her.
- Elizabeth B.
Azaria Z. S.
5.0
Azaria is amazing with kids! She babysat for us for several months and is very patient and experienced with children. She’s punctual and great at communication so you’re never in doubt about her schedule. Very polite, works independently and the kids love her. Would rehire her again in a heartbeat!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding homeschool teachers near you in South Portland, ME
How much do homeschool teachers charge near me in South Portland, ME?
The average hourly pay rate for homeschool teachers near you in South Portland, ME is $23.47. 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 South Portland, ME?
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 South Portland, ME 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 South Portland, ME offer?
Homeschooling teachers near you in South Portland, ME 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 South Portland, ME?
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 South Portland, ME.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a homeschool teacher near me in South Portland, ME?
When you want to hire a homeschool teacher near you in South Portland, ME, 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.