[mattpallissard]

We homeschool our 5 children, one of which is high school age.

I wouldn't fret over experience. You're adults teaching material for children. Even if you don't remember specific material it's trivial to refresh yourself. It's mostly stuff you've learned already.

Patience as you correctly suspect is key. However it's not the typical patience you need when parenting. It's the ability to allow someone to figure something out, or to change curriculum or plans on the fly.

But honestly, that highlights the beauty of homeschooling. You can change, take a break from or altogether drop a particular approach. It takes some getting used to. Once you get over the panic that your child will fall behind and watch them work through a struggle over a long period it really is rewarding.

Go for it, you'll figure it out. The fact that you're worried about it is indicative of the fact you'll do a good job.