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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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Christina D.

1 year paid experience
9 miles

$18–25/hr

I love children of all ages. I am a compassionate, nurturing, patient and very energetic care giver. I am committed to providing a safe and stimulating environment in order to promote healthy mental and social development. I raised three children of my own who are now grown adults and I have a one year old granddaughter. For about seven years I worked in my church nursery caring for ages birth thru 5 years and I also taught a class for ages 4 -5 for about 3 years. From birth to elementary age I was able to stay home and care for my children. We were an active family keeping play dates, church activities, book clubs, sports, ballet and all things fun. I’m looking for a nanny/sitter position. I am CPR and First Aid certified. My availability is flexible. Thank you for reading through my profile.

$18–25/hr

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Chelsea B.

6 years paid experience
10 miles

$18–25/hr

I actually love being a sitter to my siblings which both are special needs with plenty experience with Aba, speech, and occupational therapy each attending four days a week in which I’m apart of

$18–25/hr

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Constance E.

8 years paid experience
9 miles

$12–15/hr

I’ve been sitting for families for several years and really enjoy what I do, sitting with kids has always been a passion of mine and I’ve been very blessed to be able to do what I love for years.. Sitting for families gives me great joy knowing I’m helping them and doing what I love at the same time.

$12–15/hr

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Antoinette V.

20 years paid experience
6 miles

$15–20/hr

I'm a 42 year old mother of 4 with lots of experience! I'm also cpr/first aid certified! I have been babysitting since the age of 13 and have had the opportunity of working in daycares as well! I would love the opportunity to meet your family!

$15–20/hr

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Monica K.

9 years paid experience
10 miles

$20–30/hr

Hello! I am 34 years old and I absolutely love children! I am a loving mother and full of energy, I love to do activities with children. Reading is very important! Keeping children involved, while learning is a real passion of mine. Crafts are a fun way to keep children involved as well. We do crafts a lot in my home! I truly enjoy seeing a child create something of their own. My family and I love to be outdoors! If the weather is nice, that is where we will be. I have been a mother for 15 years, and baby sat prior through out high school. ( I have three boys of my own!) I have been a nanny steadily through out the past ten years. I was a nurses aide for eight years as well! I would love the opportunity to work with you and your children! Let me know if you have any additional questions!

$20–30/hr

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Ellen D.

3 years paid experience
10 miles

$20–22/hr

I am finishing my freshman year at Alabama and an interested in finding a summer babysitting job. My major is Elementary Education because I would love to have an opportunity to pour into future generations just as many educators have done before me. I love babysitting because I get to form connections and experience the joy children have to offer. I have worked for a family consistently for three years and have spent the past two summers being a full time nanny for them. I enjoy babysitting and would love to gain more experience.

$20–22/hr

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Elianna H.

1 year paid experience
10 miles

$15–25/hr

I have worked with a wide range of ages of children for the past several years on a volunteer basis and have also been employed previously by an early learning center. I am CPR and First Aid certified and have also had Alabama DHR training on other topics pertinent to childcare. I am looking for babysitting jobs this summer. I love working with kids and genuinely have a passion for helping kids learn and grow as young humans. I am a college student so I will be able to provide help with homework whenever needed. Feel free to contact me for references or for more information!

$15–25/hr

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Derricka B.

8 years paid experience
15 miles

$20–25/hr

Several years of experience due to being a young aunt! My first niece was born when I was 14 years old. When I am not caring for kids I clean, I own a housekeeping business “Dusted by DB”

$20–25/hr

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Mandy D.

6 years paid experience
9 miles

$10–25/hr

I have extensive babysitting experience with children as young as 3 months and as old as 11 years. I love children no matter the age! I believe that it is important to begin reading to children at a young age, and love to work one-on-one with young ones on anything educational. I have my CPR/First Aid certification HQ Teaching Certificate for the state of AL. I have worked as a 3-year-old and Pre-k teacher at a daycare. I also have experience substitute teaching and tutoring, with children of all ages.

$10–25/hr

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Jaleza J.

2 years paid experience
10 miles

$10–25/hr

Loving, kind and respectful. Very energetic with an open heart. Loves working with kids. Likes to play outside and go on adventures. C. D. A certified with a passion for teaching