My parents never liked public schools. I grew up home schooled by them instead. 
I have been considering home schooling my kids are there any benefits?
They provide more one on one time with the children, and it doesn't cost the state, local, or federal government anything to fund. 
I may need to look into more, do you have to be a teacher to homeschool?
Nope, a parent or profession can home school but it would help to familiarize yourself with the regulations and requirements for your students to move forward in education. 
Oh wow, yeah that totally makes sense to get a sense of what your kids need to know before attempting that one. Can the home-school students take any classes at the school if necessary? 
Sometimes! It depends on the school and which programs they have in place. They might offer standardized tests for the children to practice taking.