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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Angela G.

35 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$15–50/hr

I am a substitute teacher at my daughters old elementary school .I work with over 600 kids and love every minute of it. I am the oldest out of five siblings and have been babysitting since my first sibling. I have worked with several families over the years from newborns to teens and still stay in contact with them. Seeing the the children growing up over the years have been a joy for me.

$15–50/hr

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Sara A.

20 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$15–25/hr

I have been a caregiver for over 20 years now. I started babysitting when I was 13, then began working as a nanny when I was 20. Recently, I was the lead teacher in the toddler room of a daycare and also have experience teaching with Montessori methods. The majority of my experience is with infants through elementary school, however, I have provided care for children up to high school age. I do offer homework help and some tutoring. I also know basic sign language for infants. I have experience working with special needs such as autism and ADHD. I enjoy keeping children active and engaged. I believe spending some time outdoors and away from electronics is important. I also enjoy doing arts and crafts and letting kids really express their creativity.

$15–25/hr

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Melissa C.

3 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$18–30/hr

Hello! I have an associates degree in Early Childhood Education. I currently work as a teller and am trying to make some extra money. I hope to get back to teaching in the future as I was a paraeducator for SMCPS for 3 years.

$18–30/hr

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Kai J.

5 years paid experience
11 miles

$16–23/hr

I have ways loved being around kids, even from a young age . At every family function, everyone always knew if you wanted a break from your child I’ll happily take them for a little while. As for skills and training, I’ve acquired my CPR license in the 11th grade, along with my BLS card the following year. And I’ve also completed a 200 hour EMT course. And I currently volunteer as an EMT. I would love nothing more than to have fun with kids while helping them grow to be an amazing person.

$16–23/hr

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Unique K.

6 years paid experience
13 miles

$10–25/hr

Hi, my name is Unique K. I posses six years of experience and hold a degree in healthcare management. I have a passion for working with children and I am dedication to providing attentive, nurturing care. I have the abilities to create a safe, stimulating, and educational environment for children, as well as having skills in meal preparation, household organization. Some hobbies I like to partake in on spare time is my love for art or music. Most of all I have a willingness to work collaboratively with parents to provide the best possible care for their children. Some job duties I have done while nannying are, Provided attentive and nurturing care for children in a stimulating environment. Facilitated age-appropriate activities and play, including outings to the park and museum visits. Provided transportation to and from school, activities, and appointments, ensuring punctuality and safety. Administered medication and provided first aid as needed. Communicated regularly with parents.

$10–25/hr

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Nia D.

6 years paid experience
12 miles

$15–20/hr

I have been working with children in a daycare from infants up to 5th grade (10/11) since I was 16. I love watching children grow into their own personalities and find themselves. Anything I can do to make sure a child is safe, happy, and having fun I would love to do it.

$15–20/hr

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Natalia P.

5 years paid experience
10 miles

$15–25/hr

Hi! My name is Natalia and I have part time nanny and teaching experience! I will be moving to Jacksonville in a month and am looking for a full-time job.

$15–25/hr

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Michaela B.

3 years paid experience
12 miles

$20–30/hr

I worked in child care for over 3 years now, I have child development certificate for 2 year olds to preschool age. In high school I also was an aid for my schools daycare at Leonardtown high school. At the moment I work at the st.Mary’s sunshine center in Leonardtown where I worked with all ages from babies to school age children and from Covid I have some experience working with homeschooling. I would love to care for your love ones and give each child an amazing experience with different activities.

$20–30/hr

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Adeline N.

7 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$20–24/hr

I love babysitting because I like see kids grow and know I help them get there one way or another. I have watched kids since I was 15 years old and I have watched kids from newborn to 10 years old. They all brought their own challenge and fun.

$20–24/hr

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Aikeyua C.

3 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$15–20/hr

My name is Aikeyua Cooke and I am 22 years old with a 2 month old baby girl and I would love to interact with other kids. I am currently about to go back to school for early childhood education I have already completed some schooling while I was in high school