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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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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.

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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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Lauren J.

6 years paid experience
10 miles

$13–15/hr

Hello! My name is Lauren Jones. I am 18 years old and I have worked with children since I was 14. I have babysat for a few families. Kids ages ranging from 2-8. Right now, I work at IXL Learning Center in berkley. I work in all rooms. I have been in the infant rooms and worked with 10 week old babies-2 in a half year olds.

$13–15/hr

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Lauren S.

Lauren has become an integral part of our family! We couldn’t be happier, and hope she chooses to stay for years to come!

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Chantell E.

4 years paid experience
13 miles

$10–10/hr

Attended weekly sessions at a local elementary school to read stories to disabled children to provide entertainment and support to students. I love to interact with children of all ages, with unique personalities as they are a joy to be around. Children are our future, they need to be nuture and shown they can grow what they feel is natural them.

$10–10/hr

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Karly V.

25 years paid experience
11 miles

$20–25/hr

I have 25 years of experience working with children as a professional nanny, daycare provider, assistant preschool teacher, and babysitter. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education and have worked with many families long-term, as well as providing short-term, occasional, and date-night care. I have experience with children of all ages, but preschool and early elementary are my favorite stages—they’re curious, funny, and at such a great age for learning and exploring! My caregiving style combines child-led activities with gentle guidance, blending Montessori-inspired independence with more traditional learning. I believe in clear boundaries and consistent routines while also staying flexible to each child and family. I love being outdoors, exploring, doing hands-on projects, and letting kids get a little dirty! I also enjoy incorporating early academics through reading, educational activities, projects, homework help, and tutoring. I know basic ASL and Spanish and enjoy introducing both naturally through everyday activities. I’m professional, reliable, organized, and very clean. I’m comfortable managing children’s schedules and routines and always clean up after the kids and our activities. I’m currently looking for part-time positions, date nights, and occasional care. For regular ongoing positions, I’m primarily seeking families with children ages 3+. I’m happy to consider occasional or date-night care for younger children, but I’m not currently taking infant/toddler positions that require frequent lifting or carrying throughout the day.