One of the most crucial factors that decides the success of the homeschooling process is the quality and nature of the teacher. It has been observed that the teacher is mostly one of the parents. Sometimes, the teacher may even be a close relative. At times, the parents divide the subjects of the child between themselves and go about the process of homeschooling accordingly. It is very rarely seen that a teacher is hired for homeschooling.

This actually does not serve the purpose of homeschooling, which is based on the stand that nobody can be better teacher for a child than his/her parents. Homeschooling maintains that children need to spend some quality time with their parents and also that parents mostly make a great teacher for their child.

The process of teaching does not just mean clinically presenting the facts to the child. It is much more than just that. It is the art of making the process of learning seem as enjoyable as possible. It is to impart knowledge in a way that a child can understand and relate to. Teaching must incorporate practical relevance to everything that a child learns.

Homeschooling advocates that only a parent can have the requisite amount of patience, love and care for teaching a child properly. It is also observed that grandparents make brilliant teachers due to their years of experience, knowledge and patience.

Parents are often seen to have self-doubts as to whether they will be able to teach their child properly or if they will have the skill and knowledge required. In case you too are having such thoughts, then keep in mind that you have countless homeschooling resources to rely on, such as professional curriculum packages, a number of support groups, friendly online help desks, virtual schools and a quantum of library resources. While starting out, you may also use the different commercial curriculum packages and readymande softwares that can help you make a log of your progress.

As a parent, you can also consult the different local support groups. Here, you can not only get a lot of  help, ideas and material, but also have the opportunity to meet experienced homeschooling parents. Such experienced homeschooling parents would be more than willing to lend any advise or help. The initial anxiety pangs are normal and you don't need to get panicky if you have them. Important is to get accustomed and settle down into your homeschooling routine.