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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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Leilana C.

2 years paid experience
12 miles

$10–40/hr

Hi my name I leilana, I am currently enrolled in college. I can be shy at first but I will open up in time. I do have experience in pet sitting, house sitting, and cleaning. In my past jobs my responsibilities were to drive the child or children to there appointments and drop/pick the up from school (when given gas money).

$10–40/hr

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Megan B.

10 years paid experience
12 miles

$15–30/hr

Disabled veteran looking to provide assistance to families. I grew up with 6 brothers and sisters. I have 15 nieces and nephews aging from 4 months to 18 years old. I am their favorite aunt. I am energetic, respectful and have a passion for children. I do not have any of my own but plan to adopt in the future. I coached cheer and gymnastics from pre school to 18 years old for 7 years in Houston. I was a life guard growing up and a combat medic in the Army. I moved from Kansas City to Boynton Beach in December of 2021. Looking to help anyway I can. Feel free to ask me anything.

$15–30/hr

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Hailey G.

5 years paid experience
14 miles

$15–20/hr

Hi! I'm a caring and reliable childcare provider who loves working with kids and helping them feel safe, happy, and engaged. I have experience as a substitute teacher and nanny, and I'm currently an education major, so I bring both hands-on care and learning support to every family I work with. I enjoy everything from playtime and creative activities to helping with routines and homework. I focus on creating a fun, supportive environment where kids can be themselves and parents can feel at ease. I'm patient, attentive, and easy to communicate with-looking forward to being someone your family can count on!

$15–20/hr

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Jordan M.

0 years paid experience
12 miles

$16–20/hr

hello, my name is jordan mcnair , im a stay at home mom now of a 6 year old boy, i currently do not work but i am enrolled into college at the moment ,im cpr certified and my passion is to help out people who need the help! i have alot of experience in home and im ready to create a fun and loving experience as a babysitter..

$16–20/hr

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Hailey H.

3 years paid experience
14 miles

$18–21/hr

Hey guys! My name is Hailey I am very active and verified paraprofessional under the Florida law. I personally have a 12 year old sister and roughly 3-4 years of experience with babysitting (paid and unpaid) I also took classes in early childhood education because I like to understand kids and human in general more. I have also experience in autistic children.

$18–21/hr

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Gabrielle T.

4 years paid experience
12 miles

$18–22/hr

Hello! I am a second year college student working towards the medical field while also pursuing my MA. While I am new to professional childcare I have taken care of family members of ages ranging from 1-15 years old. I have not yet gotten certifications, but as I am in my MA course I am knowledgeable of basic conditions and care. I look forward to getting to know and work with your family!

$18–22/hr

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Kimberly S.

6 years paid experience
11 miles

$20–25/hr

Hi! My name is Kimberly and I was raised in Arizona, but recently moved to Florida. I have six years of childcare experience ranging from infants to 10 years old. I’m passionate about providing exceptional care for both parents and their children. I value thorough communication and safety. I have trainings completed for seizures, sexual abuse, CPR and First Aid. I’m skilled in meal-prep, diaper changes, bottle feedings, laundry duties, nap schedules, homework assistance, and housework. I have my own vehicle for transportation. I’m patient, hard working, reliable and honest. I enjoy going to Disney and would love to assist you and your family on your fun adventure! I’m great at navigating the crowds and listening to your child’s cues and needs. Please reach out if you’re interested in Disney services, date nights, or part time help!

$20–25/hr

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Sierra B.

0 years paid experience
11 miles

$17–25/hr

Hi my name is Sierra! I used to be a teachers assistant/aid for kids in Elementary through High school. I very much enjoy working with kids, the only reason I left was I couldn’t survive living with the pay they gave me. I’m looking into nannying or even some babysitting. More on me, I have a fur baby named Reggie and he’s my light, he’s 8 months old. I’ve been in Florida my whole life, born and raised. I love doing crafts and spending time outdoors like at the beach or finding something new to explore.

$17–25/hr

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Leslie M.

35 years paid experience
7 miles

$20–25/hr

I have lived in Crystal River for over 4 years now. I nannied 18 months old twins girls for a year and nannied twin boys full time since they were 6 months old. They are almost 4 and may be starting Preschool. I was a ECE preschool teacher for 20 years, i am very patient, loving and kind with all children and animals. I ran a petting farm for 7 years prior to, and a home-based daycare for 10 years when my 2 children were little. Now being in their thirties they blessed me with 5 grandchildren. I am first aid/cpr certified and have my CDA. Training with Positive Behavior support and Calm. I look forward to meeting with you so you can get to know me and give the best care i can for your child/children. Thank you

$20–25/hr

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Gracie C.

3 years paid experience
13 miles

$15–20/hr

I love being a sitter because I love making children happy and smile I have experience with kids varying from ages from infant to toddler I am completely CPR certified and first aid I love to clean and I just love to take care of kids I have a lot of experience and a lot of references if anybody needs to speak to somebody other than me:)