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Q: What’s the difference between a babysitter and a nanny?

Babysitters and nannies share the same primary responsibility of providing safe and enriching care for your child, but there are a few differences between them. Babysitters are typically hired for occasional work on an irregular schedule. If you’re looking for last-minute care for date night, or the occasional few hours after school, a babysitter is a great option. Nannies, on the other hand, are more commonly associated with regular work, whether full or part-time, offering daily or consistent care to a particular family. There are also several different types of nannies, including au pairs, house managers, doulas, live-in, and overnight nannies. Identifying the type and frequency of child care you’ll need is the best way to decide whether a babysitter or nanny is a better fit for your family.

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Babysitters on Sittercity love providing enriching experiences for your children, and sharing their passions with them. They're happy to participate in outdoor activities like sports, or indoor activities like music, baking, tutoring help, and art. Wherever your child's interests lie, babysitters on Sittercity are prepared to engage them in a nurturing way.

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Saima K.

15 years paid experience
2 miles

$30–31/hr

Hi, my name is Saima. I live in San Leandro.Am very loving caring and patient with kids .I have worked in a home daycare. Where we had 13 kids to take care of. I also have worked with many families as a babysitter and a nanny.I have experience for more than 18 years. I am a mother of 3 kiddos ages 12, 10 & 4.5 years old I think being a mother that is more than an experience. Willing to work with great people with great attitude. I also can do some house keeping like washing the dishes, laundry, vacuum etc.I am a non smoker and alcoholic. Have experience with all type of ages.Families out there if you are interested in working with me. Please do reach out.Thank you

$30–31/hr

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Teresa G.

20 years paid experience
2 miles

$30–35/hr

Hello, my name is Teresa and I’m excited to have the opportunity to work with you and your family. I live in Oakland (Montclair) but I’m open to commuting to work. I’m a mother, grandmother and I’m bilingual Spanish. I work as a school bus driver for 18 years and over 20 years of experience working with infants, toddlers and young children. I’m highly skilled in newborn care, time management and multi-tasking. My areas of expertise are infant sleep training (help infants to adjust to a consistent sleep schedule), potty training and preparing healthy age- appropriate meals. I strive to create an atmosphere where your child is safe, happy and well- nourished. I’m patient, reliable, committed, and trained in First Aid/ CPR. Resume and references available upon request, and I’m available to travel domestically and internationally.

$30–35/hr

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5.0

JUSTIN C.

I have two younger children ages 4 and 6 and she has been fantastic. She has a lot of life experience with children and brings a very calm and confident approach to handling the children. With very little direction she quickly jumped into the flow of our morning routine and helps get the children up, fed, dress and drives them to school. She does multiple drop offs and I am very grateful that she is a very experienced driver. It was always a concern of mine that I would need to work with someone who could handle longer drives to multiple schools. I enjoy chatting with Teresa and am very thankful to be working with her.

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Tazun S.

10 years paid experience
2 miles

$28–40/hr

I love helping people.I am very good with children and adults.I am a very kind, loving, compassionate and giving person.I also speak English and Hindi. I put my whole heart and love into any job I do, especially helping my fellow humans. I have been a caregiver and CNA for 10 years. It's my love and passion to make everyone happy and comfortable around me. I also have my CPR license. I do all ADL's. I do believe I would be the very best person to take care of your loved one's. I have been taking care of people with terminal cancer , dementia , Lou Gehrig's disease and more. Please contact me , thank you and have a blessed day/night.I have been taking care of my mother with terminal cancer and my father who has had four bypasses With the help of almighty God both my parents are doing much better.Hope to hear from you .Thank you. Fully vaccinated with all Covid 19 vaccines (also Booster shot) and flu shot.Please contact me at 510-512-5903...tazunswanser@yahoo.com. Additional help needed will be charge accordingly. I also provide healthy recipes and help cook for the child I am caring for.I wash and sanitize baby bottles and pumps.Sanitize all baby toys and baby areas.Washing and folding babies laundry.Taking baby for walks.Putting baby down for naps.Doing tummy time and more..

$28–40/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Bryan P.

My wife and I began our search for a nanny when our daughter turned five months old, focusing on candidates from Hayward, Castro Valley, and San Leandro. After conducting numerous interviews, we were fortunate to connect with Tazun. From our initial phone conversation, Tazun exuded professionalism and a genuine affection for children, traits that were even more apparent when we met her in person. These qualities immediately stood out, making her a promising candidate to care for our daughter, Ariana. Over the past five months, Tazun has been Ariana's exceptionally attentive and caring nanny. She engages in various activities that promote her growth and development, including reading, playing, and teaching her basic self-care skills like cleaning and feeding. Tazun's dedication is reflected in every interaction, creating a warm, nurturing environment supporting our child's well-being. Her commitment to Ariana's development and her loving nature have made her an important part of her life and ours, as Tazun helps ensure that whatever we are focusing on for Ariana's development is a priority. An example would be the work that Tazun has been doing with Ariana's crawling and verbal skills. Moreover, Ariana's excitement each morning at seeing Tazun is a testament to their special bond and the joy Tazun brings to her day. In addition to her caregiving skills, Tazun's professionalism is of the highest standard. She is always punctual, arriving ten minutes early to prepare for the day, which ensures she is fully focused on Ariana's needs right from the start. Her reliability and steadfast commitment to her role give us tremendous peace of mind and underscore her value as a caregiver. As working parents, her dependability is incredibly important to us. Tazun is truly a remarkable nanny whose professional demeanor and heartfelt passion for childcare make her an ideal choice for any family seeking quality care for their children. We are fortunate to have Tazun as Ariana's nanny and highly recommend her for families to consider.

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Myreeshia B.

5 years paid experience
11 miles

$28–35/hr

Hello families! I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to introduce myself to you. My name is Myreeshia Bailey I am 23 years old, and currently finishing up my degree online at Southern New Hampshire University. As a sitter, I bring not only a wealth of experience and knowledge but also a genuine passion for caring for children. What sets me apart is my creativity and adaptability—I love coming up with fun and educational activities tailored to each child's interests and developmental stage. Being a sitter allows me to foster meaningful connections with families and contribute positively to children's lives, which is incredibly rewarding for me. I can't wait to bring my enthusiasm and dedication to your family's childcare needs!

$28–35/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Lauren K.

Myreeshia is an excellent babysitter! She is calm, caring, and trustworthy. Our child was happy and well cared for, and we highly recommend her.

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Theresa C.

15 years paid experience
2 miles

$32–35/hr

10+ years of experience Professional-trustworthy-dependable Proven ability to handle emergency situations efficiently. Establish positive relationships with children by designing creative games and activities. Maintain child's health and well-being by preparing meals, assist in bathing, changing diapers, and potty training, and follow regular routines of child's eating and sleeping schedule. I can drive child/children to activities and/or appointments. I also provide light housecleaning and organizing. I am fully comfortable with pets in the home and care if needed or required and I can also run errands if needed.

$32–35/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Crysti J.

Theresa has a gentle disposition, is patient, communicative, and punctual!

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Yaqing W.

14 years paid experience
2 miles

$30–50/hr

Hi, my name is Priscilla. I graduated from University of California, Davis where I studied Human Development and Education. I enjoyed working with children. I have been teaching in preschool (age 1.5 - 5) for over 12 years as my full time job in a Montessori school. I also enjoy working with children who are in elementary, middle and high schoolers. I have been privately in person and online tutoring for over 5 years. I can tutor in math, English and Mandarin subjects. I like to babysit and meet some new families and kiddos. I can work for the day night, weekends, and school closed for any holidays. I have a high level of bilingual proficiency in Chinese and English. I am holding the California Child Development Site Supervisor Permit. I continue taking Early Childhood Education courses to develop professionally and improve her knowledge.

$30–50/hr

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Keisha P.

4 years paid experience
6 miles

$30–45/hr

Hi! I’m a community college student here in Alameda! I love spending time with kids and have been babysitting for roughly 3 years now. I’ve babysat infants to high schoolers! I have great experience with infants as i babysat my nephew ever since he was an infant to now a 3 year old!

$30–45/hr

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Charnette A.

7 years paid experience
12 miles

$30–50/hr

I am an Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher at a Fortune 100 company. I have been teaching for six years and a babysitter since my teen years. I enjoy working with children and developing their learning skills.

$30–50/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Florian H.

Charnette has been terrific to work with. She has baby sat our son multiple times starting when he was 9mo old (He's 2yo now). She really knows kids at that age and was able to connect with him quickly and overcame any stranger-danger. They clearly had a good time together and things went super smoothly. She is always quick at communicating and getting back to us and absolutely on time. We couldn't be happier.

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Neriefidez T.

0 years paid experience
15 miles

$25–32/hr

I do have kids who are all grown up. Take good care of my cousins kids when they are young. I breed dogs back in the home so I could work with pets too.

$25–32/hr

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Michelle B.

1 year paid experience
13 miles

$20–22/hr

I love baby sitting because the act of taking care of children thoroughly opens up your heart chakra! As a teen, I did lots of babysitting; I have taken care of 5 children, and 1 disabled adult. I can also cook, clean, and do laundry, as well as sing, dance, and play several musical instruments. I speak American English, British English (I have an English accent), French (B2), Spanish (B1), and a little bit of Hindi, and Arabic... I am transgender (socially, physically, and legally transitioned). I love being around children, for what better way is there to connect with that vibe that is the whole reason why I transitioned in the first place! Salam Alaikum, Hail to the Goddess, Jay Devi, Blessed Be!