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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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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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Sydney P.

8 years paid experience
12 miles

$18–30/hr

Hi, I’m Sydney, I’m 20 years old and have 8 years experience with kids aged 6 weeks - 12 years. I love baking, cooking, crafting, and being outdoors. I’ve always had a passion for kids as well as helping people when needed. So babysitting was an easy way for me to be able to do that. So whenever you are in need of a babysitter just let me know! I’ve worked at a daycare before, am cpr certified, and have lots of experience. I also have my own transportation.

$18–30/hr

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Hayli R.

10 years paid experience
10 miles

$15–20/hr

Hello! My name is Hayli Robertus, and I would love to help you out with child care! I am 25 years old, and I am CPR and First Aid certified, and I am very reliable. I am also vaccinated. I have 10 years of experience watching as many as 8 children at a time. I cook, clean, run errands, do drop offs/pickups, and can help you with anything else you need. Please let me know if you would like to meet, and I hope you have a wonderful day! -Hayli

$15–20/hr

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Murphy D.

2 years paid experience
10 miles

$16–24/hr

Hi! I absolutely love working with children. I have my Bachelor’s Degree in Human Development and Family Sciences from Illinois State University. I am currently a Lead Teacher at Scribbles Center for Learning, Inc., located in Bloomington IL for School Age kids, but I float around to the different classes which is infant through preschool. I am looking for part time babysitting jobs during weeknights and weekends!

$16–24/hr

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Vanneta T.

30 years paid experience
10 miles

$15–20/hr

My name is Vanneta Taflinger. I am 63 years old . Non-smoker. CPR trained. O ran a daycare over 40 years. Infants thru 12. I gave that up in 2017. Currently I am a teacher assistant at Sugar Creek Elementary. I've been a teacher assistant for 6 years. Past school l was at Colene Hoise. Currently watching a little boy after school Monday thru Friday for a couple of hours. Would love to help other parents in need. Date nights or what ever I can.

$15–20/hr

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Alayna W.

5 years paid experience
10 miles

$16–20/hr

Hello! My name is Alayna, and I am 20 years old. I love working with kids, helping them learn, being their friend, and watching them grow! I am planning on going back to school for social work, but am currently working part time and am looking for another part time job! For the past 5 years, I’ve done a mixture of babysitting and nannying off and on - kids ages ranging from 1 1/2 to 10 years old! I spend 9 months working as an assistant teacher in a pre-k classroom and then worked as a Registered behavior technician for a few months. I miss working with kiddos, and hope to find a job where I can again!!

$16–20/hr

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Maya F.

1 year paid experience
10 miles

$15–22/hr

I currently work as an infant room assistant at a local daycare, and I have up-to-date certification. I am happy to share that if requested. I love taking care of infants and helping them learn and grow! I am experienced at making formula and breastmilk bottles. I am also happy to clean or help with chores if needed. A little about me is that I am a current ISU student, planning on graduating in the winter of 2026. I love traveling, crafting, and baking in my spare time.

$15–22/hr

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London P.

3 years paid experience
10 miles

$18–22/hr

Hello, My name is London Peace, and I am a pediatric certified nursing assistant and a pre-nursing student at Illinois State University. I have been babysitting since the age of 17 and enjoy helping children adapt and engage in life, as well as teaching them new things. I am CPR/BLS certified and have experience in potty training and basic care skills. I am also interested in finding new crafts and learning techniques for children. I am very flexible and open to working with an open schedule.

$18–22/hr

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Ama G.

3 years paid experience
12 miles

$20–35/hr

I am • Caring and reliable babysitter. Patient, trustworthy, and child-focused. • Responsible babysitter who provides a safe and loving environment. • Loving and dependable babysitter. Your child’s safety comes first. • Gentle, patient babysitter experienced with children of all ages. • Reliable babysitter available to care for babies and young children.

$20–35/hr

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Waverly M.

3 years paid experience
12 miles

$18–23/hr

Hi!! I'm Waverly. I have four siblings, so I've grown up having to help care for little ones and in general love being around kids. I've volunteered with children within schools and also have a lot of experience with children from summer camps I've worked as a lifeguard. I try to be open minded and make myself available as a safe space for those around me and strive to bring happiness into other peoples lives!!

$18–23/hr

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Nataliha O.

5 years paid experience
10 miles

$15–20/hr

Hello my name is Nataliha Oleniczak. I am a student at Heartland College and I play softball. I am from Wisconsin. I love kids and I have 5 years of babysitting experience!! I am CPR certified and went through babysitting classes. I am a very outgoing and fun person to be around and I am very flexible with softball. We get our schedules out a couple weeks before the month starts so I can work around it. Our season starts in the middle of February so definitely a little more busy and on the road. I can cook, clean, help with homework, do anything you ask me to do. I also have a car so I can drop off or pickup if needed, or even do errands!! I have babysitted ages, 5-12. I love taking kids to the park, bike rides, on walks, or even watching tv with them.