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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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Maraya H.

3 years paid experience
11 miles

$10–15/hr

My name is Maraya, I am 21 years old and my mom ran an in-home daycare for 17 years that I loved to help out with. Then I recently nannied for a family with three children for two years and absolutely loved it, I love children of all ages and I am also comfortable with pets!

$10–15/hr

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Emma S.

6 years paid experience
14 miles

$15–18/hr

Hello, my name is Emma Soto and I am 21 years old. I graduated high school in 2020.I love to draw, cook, and I love music. I have been babysitting for 5 year and a helper in classrooms. I worked a migrant school for two years and earned my CDA. I was a nanny for over a year. I am also cpr and sleep safe trained. Feel free to message me about any questions!

$15–18/hr

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Amara L.

3 years paid experience
14 miles

$13–20/hr

Hi my name is Amara and I am eighteen years old. I have three younger brothers and have great experience with children. I worked as a student teacher intern for a middle school for two years. I also worked for a youth development program during the summer and am in charge of watching/supervising children from ages 5-12 years old. I am a sophomore in college, but am going local (south haven). I plan on going into teaching/being a teacher so I love kids!

$13–20/hr

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Kylie C.

6 years paid experience
13 miles

$20–25/hr

My name is Kylie Chai! I’ll be moving to the Hudsonville area after the holidays. I’m looking for a full-time OR part-time nanny position starting in January. For the past three years, I’ve been a full-time nanny to two little ones—supporting their morning routines, handling school drop-offs and pick-ups, and creating a warm, consistent environment that supports their growth and development. I’m CPR certified and happy to help with meal prep, housekeeping, carpooling, and travel as needed. I love being outdoors, playing board games, and planning creative or educational activities that keep kids active, curious, and engaged. If you think I might be a good fit for your family, I’d love to connect! 💛

$20–25/hr

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Aubriana A.

5 years paid experience
15 miles

$18–21/hr

Hi there my name is Aubrey, while I have plenty experience in a daycare setting I love the “family bond” a nanny job offers. I love all the ages as they’re all so different and fun! My favorite thing to do with kids is be outside and doing lots of educational crafts and science experiments. In my free time I enjoy scrapbooking and spending time with family and friends and of course a little shopping! While your children are in my care I can assure you they’ll be safe and well taken care of as I have over 5 years of daycare experience as well as nannying for over 3 years. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions or are further interested!

$18–21/hr

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Hannah G.

8 years paid experience
15 miles

$18–25/hr

Hi! I’m Hannah 😊 I’m a 3rd grade teacher looking for date night babysitting right now and possibly a part-time summer nanny job later on. I’m CPR & First Aid certified, have a reliable car, and I’m comfortable driving kids. I’m easygoing, trustworthy, and great with kids. Happy to help with homework, play, mealtime, and bedtime routines. I have plenty of references available.

$18–25/hr

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Melanie A.

1 year paid experience
15 miles

$20–25/hr

Hi! My name is Melanie, I often go by Mel. I am currently a WMU student pursuing my degree in elementary education! I have been working with kids for 4 going on 5 years now through dance, tutoring, mentoring, and daycare. I am CPR and First aid certificated for infants, children, and adults. Can’t wait to hear from you.😁

$20–25/hr

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Hannah V.

15 years paid experience
15 miles

$15–25/hr

Hello, My name is Hannah, I am 30 years old and a stay at home mom of 2 boys with a daughter on the way. I am looking to babysit or nanny a couple days of week. I am very caring, energetic and easy going. I have 17 nieces and nephews that I have been caring for since I was 17 years old and before that I babysat the neighbor kids starting at the age of 13. I also have worked at a daycare if the infant room for about a year last year and was CPR certified.

$15–25/hr

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Alexis K.

6 years paid experience
10 miles

$18–24/hr

I’ve always loved kids! I have two siblings, one a girl who is 9 years old and a boy who is 12 years old. I started babysitting when I was 12 and my mom helped me out at first. The first kid I babysat was 11 months old. After that I started babysitting a 4 and 5 year old, I babysat them for 4 years. I also a have a summer job when I clean cabins so I can help clean up around the house, I’m good at multitasking, I’ve taken care of my siblings when they were sick so I can help with that, I know how to cook, and use washer, etc