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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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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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Mirandy C.

40 years paid experience
13 miles

$10–15/hr

I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old. I am now 59. I have two grandsons and many nieces and nephews . I am retired and looking for something to do. Would love to watch your child.

$10–15/hr

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Kelsey G.

4 years paid experience
15 miles

$20–50/hr

I am a 24 year old teacher. I absolutely love what I do. I take pride in caring for every child. I’m looking for other options in the child care field and nanny/and or babysitter. I have 5 years of lesson planning and childcare with children, So any development issues or development concerns you have I can absolutely address in anything I see I can work on every child with. i’m also more than happy to help with household chores or meal times. I was also a reading tutor.

$20–50/hr

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Keri K.

12 years paid experience
13 miles

$10–16/hr

Hello! I see that your child need these needs such as needing someone to supervise bedtime. I invite you to check out my profile as i feel as if i would be a great fit! I look forward to your reply. Sincerely, keri

$10–16/hr

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Ellie B.

0 years paid experience
15 miles

$14–20/hr

Hi! My name is Ellie. I have experience being an assistant teacher in a kindergarten class, employed camp counselor for 3-5-year-olds, and doing lots of babysitting. I believe the young years of a kid's life are so crucial to who they become and it's important as caretakers to help foster their ideas and creativity, but also to show them what it looks like to be patient and caring by example and gentle communication. I absolutely love being crazy and silly and getting to spend time not just setting things up for kids, but doing things with them and getting to know who they are and what they enjoy. I'm more than happy to drive in whatever way is needed, help with cooking/light house-keeping, and find creative and fun activities/crafts to do with the kids. (: I am looking to start June 12 or after and will likely be leaving mid August.

$14–20/hr

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Shelly C.

7 years paid experience
13 miles

$20–24/hr

Hi my name is Shelly. I am a children’s church director. I have BA in psychology with a focus on youth and society. I have babysat in the past and have worked with a wide range of children at different ages.

$20–24/hr

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Aaliyah R.

1 year paid experience
13 miles

$14–25/hr

Hello my name is Aaliyah and I live in Lansing Michigan. I have a 2 and a half year old step daughter, she’s been in my life since she was 6 months old. She lives with us full time and I am currently pregnant. I have 5 siblings, so I grew up babysitting them a lot and kinda made it a hobby in highschool to babysit. I do not have a lot of experience with paid babysitting that I could record cause I mostly just was paid under the table for little gigs. I am great with kids and it would be a blast to have a couple other kids to watch along side mine! I have a vehicle so I can travel, not looking to travel super far from my home in Lansing. Reach out if any of this sounds like a match for you!:)

$14–25/hr

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Aveon N.

0 years paid experience
13 miles

$14–20/hr

I’m a 22 year old female I’ve always loved kids and wanted to be a teacher and a pediatrician growing up. I am the oldest of 9 & I have lots of cousins i baby sat & also worked at a daycare so i have some experience . I want to open my own daycare one day.

$14–20/hr

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Victoria P.

5 years paid experience
13 miles

I absolutely love kids and will create education activities along with arts and crafts. I love to create a long lasting bond with the kids that i watch.

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Saundra H.

3 years paid experience
12 miles

$15–25/hr

Currently now for the past several months, I have been caring for a physician couples' infant daughter on Tuesday (8:30 a.m. - 2:30p.m.). This coupled with for one year, until recently (ended May 10th), the care and transportation of two full time medical students' toddler son. Continuing education necessitated their move to Redford, MI. Contact: (517)930-0536.

$15–25/hr

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Nancy G.

4 years paid experience
15 miles

$7–12/hr

Good day to you and your family! My name is Nancy,I come from Florida. During my time there I worked in the education setting for 4 years as a teachers assistant and afterschool teacher. I also lead summer school classes that consisted of daily activities from ages 5-11years of age. I also have experience in working with children from infancy to toddler from working in a daycare! Being around kids is always fun and a new experience. There is never a dull moment with them as every child has their own personality! Helping them grow and navigate this world can be challenging at a young age but with care and understanding I think they can grow to be the best version of themselves.