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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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Jersee R.

2 years paid experience
12 miles

$15–20/hr

My name is Jersee, I'm an 22 year old , medical assistant at a pediatric office. I love working with children all different ages! Im very hands on. I love to bake and do crafts :) Mostly looking for evening shifts , or weekends.

$15–20/hr

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Marissa T.

2 years paid experience
7 miles

$18–25/hr

Hello there! I am a reliable and fairly experienced babysitter. I have watched a now 12 year old for the past 2 years and am a Kindergarten Aide for a year, plus a bonus high school co-op year where I was bouncing around the same school, just with different grade levels. Which include the following: Kindergarten First grade Third grade Fourth grade Sixth grade

$18–25/hr

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Janet C.

4 years paid experience
14 miles

$19–22/hr

I love working with kids. I have four of my own. I have four year experience. And many more years to come. so if you will have me, I would love to work with you.

$19–22/hr

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Reese L.

1 year paid experience
11 miles

$17–22/hr

I have a strong passion for working with children, which is why I plan to pursue a career in pediatric nursing after completing nursing school. I bring valuable experience from my time at Titan fitness’s daycare center, where I worked with children of all ages. In addition, I hold both CPR certification and a CNA license. I am confident in my ability to remain calm and composed in stressful situations, which allows me to provide safe, attentive, and compassionate care.

$17–22/hr

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Monica M.

10 years paid experience
12 miles

$18–25/hr

I have cared for children for over 40 years. I have impeccable references of childcare and reliability. I am current on CPR and First Aid training as well. I have also been a pet owner all my life. Dogs are one one of my passions, so if you have pets, that is not a problem for me. If I am a good match for your family, I would love to hear from you! Thank you , Sincerely, Monica

$18–25/hr

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Vanessa W.

2 years paid experience
12 miles

$15–20/hr

I really enjoy being a sitter only because I love enjoying being with kids, and it helps me better to know the child or children at a young age. As far with my experience I have raised my own cousin with my family when i was only 10 years old, I also have a baby sister that is 2 years old now that I love watching. It really gives me a chance to get to experience childhood again. I can cook a lot of stuff. So i can always make sure your kid is fed at a certain time if it is preferred. But overall I enjoy taking care of kids and I could do so much with the little ones especially if they like to color or do other things.

$15–20/hr

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Trista E.

7 years paid experience
12 miles

$17–18/hr

Hello, my name is Trista I have seven years of experience in childcare. Currently I run a small in home daycare. The most children I have had in my care is five. I do have experience with twins. I am very comfortable with all pets. I am looking to slow down my work and focus on one family. This work is truly a passion of mine. I am thankful to all families who welcome me in and trust me to treat there children with love and care. I love doing small learning activities as well as board games/outdoor activities.

$17–18/hr

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Sierra K.

2 years paid experience
14 miles

$20–30/hr

Hello, im Sierra ! I’ve been babysitting for several years with kids of all ages—from toddlers to preteens. I’ve cared for little ones as young as a few months old (including potty training!) and older kids around 10. I’m great with nap times, bedtimes, and keeping kids busy with creative play. I also babysit my nieces and nephews regularly, so I know how to handle just about anything. I don’t mind helping out with light cleaning or tidying up while the kids play or sleep.I like keeping things organized and calm for everyone

$20–30/hr

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Mary E.

30 years paid experience
6 miles

$15–20/hr

I am a nurturing and fun child care provider that believes that children thrive in an environment which they feel is safe to explore and accepted unconditionally for their uniqueness. I have always loved caring for children. I started at 12, provided babysitting services for family, friends, and my teachers until leaving for college. I have earned an elementary education degree and am continually taking additional training as required by DCFS to maintain my license to operate my in-home daycare. I have raised 3 children of my own and been a part of many other children’s lives in the nearly 27 years of running my own in home childcare. Before that I was an infant room teacher and assistant director at a daycare facility. I enjoy many types of music, poetry, quilts and hosting gatherings at my home for my family.

$15–20/hr

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Courtney W.

2 years paid experience
6 miles

$18–25/hr

Hi! I am 20 years old with 2 years of daycare experience with ages 0-5. I have also worked in pediatric dentistry for the past year. I would love to be your full time nanny who will do chores around the house, run any errands you need, and most importantly, play and take care of your kids!