Can a grandparent or another family member help with homeschooling?

Yes. A grandparent, spouse, co-parent, adult sibling, relative, or another trusted adult can help your student use Homeschool Pro.

Because the academic instruction is provided through pre-recorded, teacher-led lessons, the person helping your student does not need to create lesson plans or know how to teach every subject. They can focus on providing supervision, encouragement, organization, and practical help when needed.

Some families have a grandparent help occasionally. Others share homeschooling responsibilities throughout the week. The arrangement can be as flexible as your family needs.

See Homeschooling With Grandma

Homeschooling can be a family effort.

In this video, a grandmother helps Homeschool Pro students with their lessons and supports them as they move through the homeschool day.

See how one family includes Grandma in its Homeschool Pro routine.

What Can a Grandparent or Family Member Help With?

The person supporting your student may help with tasks such as:

• Making sure the student signs in to the correct account
• Helping the student find their classes and lessons
• Following a daily or weekly homeschool schedule
• Reading or explaining lesson instructions
• Pausing or replaying a video lesson
• Downloading or printing worksheets
• Gathering supplies for a project or activity
• Helping a younger student move between lessons
• Providing reminders and encouragement
• Discussing what the student learned
• Making sure the student takes appropriate breaks
• Keeping completed worksheets organized
• Letting the parent know how the day went

How much help is needed will depend on the student’s age, independence, comfort with technology, and individual learning needs.

Does the Family Member Need Teaching Experience?

No. A grandparent or other family member does not need to be a certified teacher or an expert in every subject.

Homeschool Pro instructors provide the academic teaching through the class videos. Depending on the course, students may also have access to:

• Worksheets
• Study Guides
• Quizzes
• Written assignments
• Projects
• Independent Study Packets
• LearnAdventures
• Other downloadable class materials

The family member can watch the lesson with the student, help them follow the instructions, or remain nearby while the student works independently.

If the student does not understand something, they can pause and rewatch the lesson as many times as needed. Students in supported courses for grades 5 and above may also use the Built-in Tutor to ask questions about the lesson or request another explanation.

Can Someone Else Help While the Parent Is Working?

Yes. Homeschool Pro’s self-paced format can make it easier for parents to share support responsibilities with another trusted adult.

For example, a student might:

• Complete morning lessons with a grandparent
• Work independently while an adult remains nearby
• Finish certain subjects with the parent later in the day
• Complete lessons before or after the parent’s work hours
• Follow a checklist prepared by the parent
• Divide schoolwork between different days or caregivers

There are no required live class times, so the student does not need to be online at a particular hour. Families can arrange lessons around work schedules, appointments, activities, and the availability of the adults helping them.

Can My Student Use Homeschool Pro From a Grandparent’s Home?

Yes. Students can access Homeschool Pro anywhere they have a suitable device and a reliable internet connection.

The student should sign in with their own Homeschool Pro login information. This allows their lessons, quizzes, assignments, and course progress to remain connected to the correct account.

A student can use:

• A laptop
• A desktop computer
• A Chromebook
• A tablet
• A smartphone for temporary use, although a larger screen is recommended

The student does not need to use the same device or location every day.

Tip: Before the first homeschool day at a grandparent’s home, confirm that the student can sign in, play a lesson video, hear the audio, and open any needed PDF materials.

Does the Parent Still Direct the Homeschool?

Yes. Another adult can provide day-to-day help, but the parent or legal guardian remains responsible for the student’s overall homeschool plan.

The parent should continue to make decisions about:

• Which classes the student takes
• The student’s grade level
• The homeschool schedule
• Attendance and recordkeeping
• State homeschool requirements
• High school credits
• Transcripts and graduation planning
• Forms that must be reviewed, signed, or submitted

A grandparent or other family member can help carry out the routine, but the parent remains in control of the student’s education.

If another adult will be serving as the student’s primary instructor or supervising most of the homeschool program, contact your Homeschool Advisor to ask whether your state has any requirements that may apply to that arrangement.

How Can We Make the Arrangement Easier?

A simple plan can help the student and family member know what should be completed.

Create a Short Checklist

List the classes, lessons, or activities the student should work on that day.

The checklist might include:

1. Complete one math lesson.
2. Watch the assigned science video.
3. Complete the worksheet.
4. Read for 20 minutes.
5. Take a movement break.
6. Finish with an elective.

The list does not need to be complicated. It should provide enough direction without making the day feel overly rigid.

Show Them the Student Dashboard

Before leaving the student with another adult, show that person how to:

• Sign in to the student account
• Open the My Classes page
• Select the In Progress filter
• Resume a class
• Find the next lesson
• Download a worksheet
• Return to the dashboard

The In Progress filter can make the dashboard easier to navigate because it displays only the classes the student has already started.

Keep Supplies Together

Consider keeping commonly used materials in one place, such as:

• Notebooks
• Pencils
• Printed worksheets
• Art supplies
• Headphones
• A charger
• A folder for completed work

This makes it easier for another adult to support the student without having to search for materials throughout the day.

Decide When the Student Should Contact You

Let the student and family member know which questions can wait until later and which situations require contacting the parent immediately.

A quick check-in at the end of the day may be enough to review what was completed and identify anything that needs additional attention.

What If the Family Member Cannot Explain a Difficult Subject?

They do not need to know every answer.

The student can first:

1. Pause and replay the teacher’s explanation.
2. Return to an earlier lesson for review.
3. Check for a Study Guide, worksheet, or handout.
4. Use the Built-in Tutor where available.
5. Make a note of the question for the parent.

The parent can also email the Homeschool Advisor. The advisor may recommend another lesson or resource and may be able to pass a specific academic question to the instructor.

Can a Grandparent or Another Helper Receive a Teacher ID Card?

Yes. An enrolled family may request a digital Teacher ID card for a grandparent, spouse, or another person who helps teach the student.

The card is available through the ID123 app and may be useful when homeschool or educator identification is requested or when asking about educator discounts where accepted.

For instructions, see:

How do I request and activate my Teacher ID card?

How Much Supervision Is Needed?

The amount of supervision will vary by student.

Younger students may need help signing in, reading directions, navigating between lessons, and staying on a routine. Older students may be able to complete most of their work independently while a grandparent or another adult remains available nearby.

The supporting adult does not necessarily need to sit beside the student throughout every lesson.

For more guidance, see:

How much supervision is required?

Do I need to be with my kids to help them with the lessons?

Can Different Family Members Help on Different Days?

Yes. Homeschooling responsibilities can be shared according to your family’s schedule.

A student might work with:

• A parent on certain days
• A grandparent on other days
• A spouse or co-parent in the evenings
• Another trusted adult during occasional appointments or work commitments

The student should continue using the same individual Homeschool Pro account so their progress remains organized.

Consistency is still helpful. Make sure each adult knows which classes the student is taking, what has already been completed, and what the parent expects next.

The Bottom Line

A parent does not have to personally sit beside the student for every Homeschool Pro lesson.

Grandparents and other trusted family members can play a meaningful role by helping students follow their routine, locate lessons, complete activities, stay encouraged, and receive support when needed.

Because Homeschool Pro teachers provide the academic instruction, the helping adult can focus on what families often do best: offering guidance, encouragement, patience, and a familiar person to learn alongside.