How much should I pay for child care in {{city}}, {{state}}?

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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The best way to find child care near you is to post a job detailing your needs on Sittercity, which will be shared with our community of available babysitters and nannies. We'll notify you when child care providers apply to your job, and from there you can proceed with interviews, background checks, and reference checks so you can find the perfect fit for your family.

What kind of child care providers can I find in {{city}}, {{state}}?

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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Q: How do families hire trustworthy child care providers in {{city}}, {{state}}?

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.

Q: How does a child care provider interact with my child?

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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Michelle R.

19 years paid experience
8 miles

$25–28/hr

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$25–28/hr

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Dulce P.

6 years paid experience
2 miles

$20–26/hr

Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile. I’m Dulce, 22 years old. I’m a mommy of two kids. I’ve been a nanny for almost 7 yrs. I’m the oldest daughter of four. I’ve taken child Ed classes in high school and baby classes after high school. I have day care experience and as well as my certificates. I have experience with kids from 0-14. I am a very creative person I love doing crafts and activities. I enjoy art and nature as well. I love being a nanny because I truly love being able to teach and help others. I love being a nanny because I have a passion for working with children and contributing to their growth and development. It's rewarding to see them learn and grow under my care.

$20–26/hr

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Linda A.

8 years paid experience
7 miles

$17–25/hr

Hello, My name is Linda and I’ve been a nanny for over 10 years and been a sitter since I was a teenager. I’m 50 years old and have 3 children in college and a grown adopted niece who I raised since she was 7. Children mean the world to me and loving, guiding, teaching and seeing them become their own little humans brings me so much joy. I’d love to share more information about myself with you if you have. Thank you

$17–25/hr

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Tori L.

8 years paid experience
11 miles

$22–35/hr

Hi everyone ! Im Tori and I am excited to meet you. To start I am 22 years old and I am a Wheaton Native. I’m passionate about craving a fun, safe and nurturing environment for children. I’m looking forward to connecting with you all !

$22–35/hr

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Christina R.

10 years paid experience
8 miles

$14–14/hr

I have 2 years experiance in a day care setting and 5 months of live-in nanny experiance for premature autistic twins. I have an 9 year old and a neuro divergent 4 year old, but am comfortable with all ages. Please ask for more details of availability

$14–14/hr

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Sofia G.

4 years paid experience
11 miles

$19–25/hr

Hi, I'm Sofia! I’m a full-time college student who isn’t living on campus. I’m looking for ways to fill up some of the occasional free time and would love to assist you by being a sitter when needed! I have a flexible schedule, experience, and I’m ready to make a fun and safe environment for your little one(s). Feel free to reach out :)

$19–25/hr

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Kelsey C.

5 years paid experience
15 miles

$20–30/hr

Hi, My name is Kelsey. I am a fun, easy going, reliable individual. My passion for working with children has extended throughout my life starting with babysitting for my family members. My experience began in high school where I taught 4yr old preschool children who attended our high school program. As a result of that, I began to Nanny for a family of one of my students. I have worked a before & after school program for a variety of grammar schools through the park district. I am currently working as a preschool teacher at a day care with children ranging from 6 weeks to 12 years old. I have been CPR certified.

$20–30/hr

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Courtney P.

8 years paid experience
10 miles

$22–27/hr

I carry 8+ years experience in childcare caring for children of varied ages. I graduated from COD obtaining my degree in Education and minoring in special education. I currently babysit during date nights and occasional overnights on the weekend as I work as a full time educator.

$22–27/hr

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Hannah D.

7 years paid experience
13 miles

$20–35/hr

I love kido's. I am the oldest of five children, I have been a camp leader, VBS leader, and frequent baby sitter for almost 9 years & nanny for one family for 6 years- moving twice across the US with them. I am reliable, trustworthy, energetic, and I love to provide children with a safe environment.

$20–35/hr

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Jill P.

3 years paid experience
4 miles

$18–25/hr

Hi! My name is Jill Patel and I am a sophomore at University of Pittsburgh majoring in neuroscience and child development. I graduated from West Aurora High School. A little bit about me is that I love all kinds of animals, I can speak 4 languages fluently (English, Gujarati, Hindi, French), and I love the outdoors. All of my jobs have consisted of working with kids of all ages. I have worked as a dance coach and currently I work as a tennis coach at the Norris Center in St.Charles and at White Eagle Country Club. This will be my third year as a coach. I adore kids of all ages and love to connect with each of them. They bring a fresh perspective to everything and can brighten up any sad day. Working as a tennis coach with children as young as 3 and adults as old as 60, I have picked up a lot of tips and tricks when it comes to working and engaging with children. I believe that my job has really given me an insight on what goes on their little minds and how I can form a relationship with them.