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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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Cody P.

5 years paid experience
11 miles

$10–100/hr

Hi my name is cody, I’m 26 and I’ve sat for my cousins and friends on and off for years. I love kids and I feel like I can relate to kids better than I can adults sometimes haha. I love cartoons and playing games so having fun time will be a blast. Any questions just feel free to ask.

$10–100/hr

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Keira H.

1 year paid experience
10 miles

$25–40/hr

Hi! I am a registered nurse and certified EMT and I am looking for a fun side gig. I am ACLS, BLS, and CPR certified, soon to be PALS certified. I babysat off and on through high school and have experience working with children from my pediatric and neonatal clinical rotations through nursing school. I am unable to work more than 2 days/week due to my nursing schedule, but I am available for occasional days or date nights!

$25–40/hr

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Carly G.

1 year paid experience
10 miles

$23–27/hr

Hello, I'm Carly, and I am currently a first-year college student! I have previous experience in a daycare and summer camp setting, as well as being CPR and first aid certified. Looking for a family who needs a babysitter in the months of December-January and over the week of Thanksgiving. Can clean and cook, also has a car to transport when needed!

$23–27/hr

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Shianne D.

12 years paid experience
10 miles

$18–30/hr

I have 6+ years of professional childcare experience. I’ve worked in daycares with infants, toddlers, and preschool age and I was a supervisor at an after school program with kids ages 5-12. I have my own baby boy who is 9 months old. I’m CPR and first aid certified, comfortable with pets, have my own vehicle and a typically flexible schedule, though I am currently a full time nanny of 3 boys who are 10, 7, and 2 years.

$18–30/hr

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Miranda M.

5 years paid experience
14 miles

$20–25/hr

CPR/First aid certified Ivy League student living in Boston until the start of school in mid-September! I've spent time with kids at a childcare center (ages 6 wks - 5 y/o) since I was 9 years old and worked there full-time as an assistant teacher during the 2018-2019 school year. I absolutely love children and was a live-in nanny for 11 (!) children during the summer of 2017 (aged 8 months to 14 years old). I have experience with all ages and would love to help you out with your child care needs!

$20–25/hr

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Skylar C.

3 years paid experience
10 miles

$20–30/hr

With my 3+ years in child care I’m all about helping your children learn and grow. I love to help out as much as possible (cleaning, running errands for you, etc). I am all about hands on learning so when I babysit I tend to bring or find lots and lots of fun projects like arts and crafts, baking, board games, etc. I am also a fun time college student with a major in business and 2 minors one in child development and the other in liberal arts! And I am I have renewed my CPR and first aid certification about 3 times to keep it up to date!

$20–30/hr

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Josephine H.

8 years paid experience
14 miles

$20–25/hr

I love both babysitting and pet sitting. In my free time I love exploring the outdoors by hiking, skiing, swimming, and sailing. I went to a Waldorf school for eight years, which instilled an artistic side in me. I also love board games and baking as well as crafts and would love to find activities that the kids are interested in too.

$20–25/hr

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Morgan B.

4 years paid experience
11 miles

$10–25/hr

I love to care for children. I am sweet, loving and kind and I have a lot of experience with children. I love to be outdoors and care for children. I am cpr certified and I have taken many Safe sitter courses. I prefer younger kids than older kids but I love all kids

$10–25/hr

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Alyssa G.

8 years paid experience
9 miles

$18–22/hr

Hi! My name is Alyssa and I'm a junior at Boston University studying neuroscience on the pre-medical track. I have worked with kids in a variety of roles such as babysitting, preschool summer camp counselor, teaching swim lessons, substitute teaching in elementary and middle schools, and I just recently completed an internship in Sydney, Australia at a school for kids with moderate to severe disabilities. Also, I am first-aid and CPR certified through the Red Cross.

$18–22/hr

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Grace P.

4 years paid experience
10 miles

$11–20/hr

Hi, I'm Grace! I just transferred to Eckerd College this past January 2023, and I am currently a sophomore. I am from NH and looking for a part time job to help me pay for school, and I absolutely love working with kids. I have off and on babysat for family friends, which has over the years led me to work with 3-8 year olds as different families children have grown older. This past summer I also worked as a counselor at the Meriden Community Camp, where I was responsible for the group with 4th graders to 6th graders, and occasionally helped with the other groups (1st graders to 3rd graders). I love to have fun with the kids, but I am also not afraid to keep them out of trouble. I was last first aid and CPR trained in June 2022, and I have a car on campus, so transportation will not be a problem for me. I can't wait to meet you!