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The national typical hourly rate in 2024 is $22.50 per hour for nannies and $21.50 for babysitters. Rates can vary based on the child care provider's experience, certifications, employment status, and travel expenses. When calculating the cost of child care, you should also account for the number of children they'll care for and additional responsibilities like household tasks or homework help. Learn more about how to set competitive in-home child care rates for attracting the best babysitters and nannies.

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You can find experienced and passionate child care providers near you to provide the best care for your child, either in-home or virtually. Child care providers can help families with managing strict schedules, transportation to activities, homework help, last-minute coverage, date nights, and more. Whether you're looking for full-time, part-time, live-in, or temporary care, you can count on Sittercity for finding passionate and experienced child care providers.

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Families find trustworthy child care providers on Sittercity who are passionate about providing safe and enriching care for their children. Many providers report they are First Aid and CPR certified to provide the best care for your family. Babysitters and nannies have the option to complete regular background checks, and you can easily request a recent background check if they don’t have one or it is not recent. Families can also request to see professional references! Our dedicated team also champions safety across our platform every day. Child care providers go through an identity verification process Berbix when registering an account. Some additional safety measures include Family Watchdog screening, babysitter and nanny reviews, and secure messaging.

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

Nannies and babysitters share the same primary responsibility of providing safe and enriching care for your child, but there are a few differences between them. Nannies 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. Babysitters, on the other hand, are typically hired for irregular or occasional work, either full or part-time. If you’re looking for last-minute care for date night, or the occasional few hours after school, a babysitter is a great best option. 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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Child care providers 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, child care providers on Sittercity can engage them in a nurturing way.

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Jasmine P.

2 years paid experience
12 miles

$8–9/hr

I've been babysitting since I was younger. I'm currently at the end of my pharmacy tech program and plan to further my education later to become a pharmacists.

$8–9/hr

Recent review:

5.0

mariame C.

Jasmine was really great with my son. He has special needs and she handled his seizures really well and I know it can be scary. She’s really patient and kind with him and I’m so grateful for that. If I was ever back in Alabama I would absolutely hire her again.

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Kaylon J.

4 years paid experience
13 miles

$15–30/hr

Hello! My name is Kaylon, I am 25 years old, and I absolutely adore children. I have previous work experience with children. I have worked at two different daycares working with babies and children ranging from 1 week old to 12 years old. I currently work at an elementary school as a special education paraprofessional. I have had cpr training for adults and babies and I have had childhood development training and I would love to care for your little ones.

$15–30/hr

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Alexandria D.

1 year paid experience
13 miles

$17–22/hr

Hi! Im a caring and dependable sitter who truly enjoys being around kids. As a Psychology major with a Child and Family Studies minor , I understand the importance of creating a safe and supportive environment. I’ve worked as a camp counselor and love planning fun activities while making sure kids feel comfortable and cared for. I’m CPR certified and have my own transportation. I’m happy to help with housekeeping, homework, and keeping routines on track. I’m patient, caring, and enjoy building positive connections with kids. I look forward to supporting your family!

$17–22/hr

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Gracie C.

2 years paid experience
13 miles

$17–23/hr

Hi! My name is Gracie Cartee! I am 20 years old and based in the Birmingham area! i currently work in a pediatric emergency department as an emergency tech! i am in school for nursing and aspire to be a pediatric emergency nurse! I have worked at daycares in the past and often help in my church Sunday school! i would love to help you out by caring for your children while you are away!

$17–23/hr

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Katelyn L.

5 years paid experience
8 miles

$15–20/hr

I love being a sitter because I genuinely enjoy working with children and helping them feel safe, comfortable, and cared for. I have been babysitting for family friends for the past 7 years, which has given me experience caring for children of different ages and personalities. I am also a PE teacher, so I work with students every day and have experience supervising children, managing groups, communicating with students, and creating a safe and positive environment. I also have experience coaching youth softball, which has given me even more experience working with kids. I am patient, dependable, responsible, and enjoy keeping children active and engaged through fun games and activities.

$15–20/hr

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Patricia F.

22 years paid experience
12 miles

$13–15/hr

I'm a loving mom and wife who have had the opportunity to care for and love kids as they were mines through my extensive 22 years of experience with Foster Care and Child Care! I love what I do, I enjoy being able to help others in a time of need and!

$13–15/hr

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Jamya H.

1 year paid experience
12 miles

$18–22/hr

I love being a sitter because I enjoy helping others and making them feel safe and comfortable. I have experience as a caregiver assisting with daily activities, companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and monitoring clients’ well-being. My strengths include patience, communication, reliability, and providing compassionate, quality care.

$18–22/hr

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Markayla H.

6 years paid experience
12 miles

$20–25/hr

Hi! I pray all is well! My name is Markayla, I currently nanny part time for a sweet one year old! I am looking to either nanny or babysit for an additional family! I love kids and animals so pets are not a problem if you have them! I am 25 years old, graduate from the Univeristy of Alabama. I am currently seeking a career in veterinary medicine and hopefully will get accepted into a vet school next year! I have over 10 years of experience with kids but only 6 out of those years have been paid experience!! I currently babysit about two or three weekends out of the month. Majority of the families I babysit for are all through the wonderful connections I’ve made with them while employed at a previous Preschool. I was the infant lead teacher there and was responsible for the care of newborns up to the age of nine months. Before I was promoted to infant lead teacher, I was an assistant teacher were I took care of babies from the ages of 9- 18 months. I’ve worked at two previous daycares as well, one in which I cared for infants and toddlers the first two years and was later promoted to teach K-4, as well being in charge of the afterschoolers (ages 7-13). The other daycare I was previously employed, I was an assistant toddler teacher! I have experience working with ALL ages but have the most experience caring for newborns/toddlers :) If you feel like I am the right candidate, I would love the opportunity to care for your kids! Thank you for you time !