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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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Frances E.

5 years paid experience
13 miles

$18–45/hr

Hello! My name is Fae, Im an associate working for a before and after school program in Urbandale. My hours are Monday: Available after 9am Tuesday:Available AFTER 3 PM Wednesday: Available after 12 PM (Noon) Thursday: Available AFTER 3 PM Fridays: Available after 9am Weekends are typically available For experience and schooling: I’ve taken college credit courses in childcare during my time as a highschool student. These classes include: Child growth and development Family life Foundations of education Followed by Field Stidy, where I participated in classrooms as a teachers aid to gain experience. I’m CNA certified (Certified Nursing Assistant) and CPR certified I’m currently planning to attend college for a psychology degree. I’ve worked with children ages 6 months to 8th grade. I am an associate at my childhood elementry working the before and after school program for the last five years. I have some experience involving children with ADHD and Autism, I have ADHD as well. I have been working with children professionally going on almost five years now. Other information: Willing to provide references!

$18–45/hr

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5.0

Shelby M.

Fae is great! Absolutely awesome at taking care of my baby and she’s so flexible as well!!

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Emily B.

12 years paid experience
15 miles

$18–25/hr

With over 12 years of experience as a nanny, babysitter, and childcare professional, I am passionate about working with children and supporting their growth. I have also worked as a head preschool teacher and at an elementary school, giving me a well-rounded approach to childcare. I have a BS in Early Childhood Education and Elementary Education. I am very hands on and love to keep children engaged with creative activities, crafts, books, and games. I always bring along extra ideas and activities to suit each child’s age and interests. I am patient, dependable, and genuinely enjoy building strong, trusting relationships with both children and parents. When I’m not caregiving I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling all over the world, playing tennis, and curling up to read a good book.

$18–25/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Vicente C.

My wife and I feel incredibly lucky to have had Emily as part of our family for over a year. She cared for our two children (that are now ages 3 & 5) with so much warmth, sense of fun, genuine enthusiasm, and professionalism. She was always punctual, extremely reliable, and quick to respond, which gave us peace of mind. What truly set her apart was how hands-on she was with our kids. She regularly came prepared with thoughtful activities like crafts, games, toys, and books. She put so much effort into to making each day fun and enriching. She wasn’t a person to just supervised, she got down on the floor and played with them, stayed active, and built a real connection with our children. Our kids absolutely adored her and we clearly see how much she cared for them. Any family would be lucky to have her, we would recommend her without hesitation.

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Olivia F.

2 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$15–21/hr

Even though I am the youngest in my family, I have spent many years helping with my niece. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I work with 3-6 and 7-12 year olds mostly. I grew up helping at camp with at risk kids, I am a success coach with those kids as well. As a success coach I work with kids who aren’t having the best of times. I help them understand why they are upset and how we can work through this to have a better days. I am verified in mental health awareness for children. Running around and having a huge amount of energy is what I expect and love to have fun!

$15–21/hr

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Hannah B.

7 years paid experience
14 miles

$15–21/hr

I have 10 years of experience babysitting, 5 of those years I was in facilities. I am CPR and First Aid certified, as well as multiple other classes about childcare. I am energetic and always ready for something new!

$15–21/hr

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Buwa K.

3 years paid experience
5 miles

$19–23/hr

I currently am a co-lead infant teacher at my current job so I have a lot of experience working with infants. I am also CPR + First Aid certified! I have previously worked with toddlers all the way up to school-agers! I’m available on the weekends, and evenings (5pmish). I enjoy meeting new children, and love to experience their growth as they get older. I would call myself pretty patient, strong minded and a hard worker.

$19–23/hr

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Meredith W.

2 years paid experience
9 miles

$16–22/hr

Hi! I’m Meredith Weber :) I’m currently a college student at Northern Iowa for Elementary Education and spend a lot of my time around kids through classroom settings in school, which I absolutely love. I’m a really active and positive person I enjoy playing outside, staying busy, and coming up with fun things to do with kids, whether that’s games, crafts, or just being silly together. I’m very patient, caring, and genuinely love building connections with the kids I’m around. My goal is always to create a fun, safe, and comfortable environment where kids feel happy and supported !!

$16–22/hr

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Jennifer H.

25 years paid experience
8 miles

$20–30/hr

I am a nurse practitioner working in pediatrics. I have been a provider for the last 20 years. I would love to help out some families. I have extensive experience! I look forward to hearing from you!

$20–30/hr

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Trinity B.

7 years paid experience
15 miles

$15–20/hr

Hi! I’m a 3rd-year Occupational Therapy (OT) student getting my doctorates at Drake University. I’ve been babysitting for 7 years now, and I have several years of hands-on experience caring for kids of all ages. I’ve also tutored and spent time at a daycare. I love being creative and finding ways to engage kids through games, crafts, and learning activities. I’m reliable, energetic, and great with pets too!

$15–20/hr

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Helen H.

10 years paid experience
5 miles

$15–20/hr

Hello my name is Helen I am 24 and have helped babysit and take care of my 11 nieces and nephews since high school their age range is 13 to 3 months . I am skilled at arts and crafts, Disney movie trivia, cleaning, cooking and bed time routines.

$15–20/hr

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Rachel G.

20 years paid experience
6 miles

$15–20/hr

I have worked with various ages of children for over 15 years. I love to interact with children and watch them learn through play. There are various ways of interacting with children wether it be through reading stories, playing with toys or simply talking. I have taught preschool for various years as well and love teaching the children some milestones in their learning. I am flexible , responsible and reliable.