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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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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.

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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.

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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Jessica L.

2 years paid experience
7 miles

$13–18/hr

Hi! I'm an organized, energetic, reliable person! I recently graduated high school, am CPR certified, and completed the CNA program. I'm heading off to the college this fall to pursue a nursing degree, so I am looking for ways to earn some extra money up until mid August! I've babysat for about 2 years now and love working with kids. I plan to go into pediatrics in the future as well, as my passion really is taking care of kids and helping them grow!

$13–18/hr

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Malone M.

3 years paid experience
13 miles

$20–25/hr

Hi everyone, my name is Malone McKinley and I am currently a student at Colorado State University studying Environmental Science! I will be coming home for the summer to the Peoria area. I am CPR certified and have been a babysitter for around 3 years! I also have my own car, so I ca take the kiddos to any appointments or activities that they have! I would love to create an active and fun environment for the kids to thrive in. I also have a very flexible schedule this summer, so please message me if you are interested!

$20–25/hr

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Candace S.

0 years paid experience
15 miles

$18–21/hr

I love kids! I love creating relationships with them and helping them learn and grow. I have two kids, 14 and 4 therefore I have the experience that is required.

$18–21/hr

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Brittany W.

20 years paid experience
15 miles

$18–20/hr

Hi families, I was born and raised in Peoria. I have over 20 years of childcare experience, and I have been a full time nanny and household manager for the last 15+ years. I have worked all over the country for several families - caring for children ages ranging from newborn up to 13 years. Now that I have a daughter of my own, my husband and I have relocated to raise her where we grew up. Since she was born, I have taken her to my nanny jobs with me. All of them have been great fit for both families and socially & developmentally beneficial for the kids. L is 4, and I would love to find another family with a child around the same age. However, I am open to all ages. When she isn’t in preschool part-time, we love going on adventures. We have memberships to the zoo, playhouse, Wildlife Prairie Park, and country club. We love going to tumbling open gym, story time, and parks. We go for nature walks and play outside as much as we can when the weather allows for it. I have wonderful references and a resume I am happy to send per your request. We are excited about finding our next family to work with.

$18–20/hr

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Lexis S.

1 year paid experience
15 miles

$9–12/hr

Being raised in my mother's home daycare, my love for children started young. As I got older, my ability to help her increased. During high school, I took up Child Development classes as well as First Aid and Safety, Culinary, and CNA. From January to July, I was an Assistant Teacher at Little Wings Childcare and Learning Center. I worked in the 2 year old room. Although I testified to the "Terrible-Two's" phase, it didn't overcome me. Growing up with an autistic brother has helped me develop patience and understanding towards those with different abilities. I've always been known for how attentive I am towards children from family, friends, and coworkers. I hope to continue to use my abilities to help others.

$9–12/hr

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Jillian C.

0 years paid experience
12 miles

$15–20/hr

Hi!!! Im Jillian, I am 18 years old, I’ve just recently graduated in May and I absolutely adore kids and have four siblings myself. I am the oldest and have always been very good with kids from ages 0 to 18. I may be young but I know how much responsibility goes into supervision of children. I also LOVE any pets as well! Please give me a call or text message anytime.

$15–20/hr

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