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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.

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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Sarah F.

20 years paid experience
7 miles

$10–20/hr

I have been babysitting since I was 15, I have a double associates in the arts and applied arts in child development. I've done it all from date nights to third shift care. Most recently have done a week worths at a time for working or going out on vacations and having to run the household and the children’s routines such, extra curricular’s, school. Traveling long distances are no problem for me as I'm always punctual and on time to wherever I'm going. I am kind and passionate about working with kiddos. I love being able to do the occasional tye dye, crafts and arts, bubbles, chalk, finding a pool and park to play and have picnics. When your children are in my care they are loved really truly loved, and are safe I wouldn’t take them anywhere without permission ahead of time to do any type of field trips.

$10–20/hr

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Donnley T.

6 years paid experience
13 miles

$14–20/hr

Greetings, I'm an active, loving, compassionate responsible lady. Seeking fun loving family to provide child care. Love outdoor activities, arts and crafts, reading to Children, any fun educational activities, cooking, baking with age appropriate children. Anything other then sitting in front of a TV! Have safe transportation, can provide drop off, pick up to and from School, School, actives. Will prepare snacks, small meals. Light laundry, light household tidying up. Pets are fine. I am fully vaccinated with my booster as well! Have provided child care off and on since I was 15 year's old. Experience with new borns to early teens. I also have a wonderful young man of my own. Have provided several years of volunteer work in the school system from reading to Children to Booster Club. Treasure. I've coached boy's and girl's soccer, T-ball and have been Kindergarten Class Mother. I love child!

$14–20/hr

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Ashley P.

4 years paid experience
13 miles

$12–25/hr

Growing up as a teen and I always babysat in the family, and also had babysitting jobs. I’ve always loved being with children and believe they bring so much life and joy. Working with all ages at the Montessori school, especially the toddlers, was the most fulfilling job I’ve ever had. Children love me and I love them, I love to watch them experience things for the first time and help guide them in learning in their every day lives.

$12–25/hr

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Paige W.

1 year paid experience
1 mile

$12–30/hr

Hi I am Paige, I am 18 years old I attend SVSU working on getting my bachelors in Graphic Design. I have experience watching kids of all ages really, I watched my siblings from the time they were born to when they were 5. I worked at a day at this past summer and the ages ranged from months old to preteen. Which that job by far was the best experience I ever had, so many kids with so many different personalities was just incredible to be a part of their lives. I have a lot of communication skills, many people would say too much, but also I am very good at comforting and just providing a helping hand.

$12–30/hr

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Mariah M.

15 years paid experience
7 miles

$15–20/hr

Hello! I am a stay at home mom to my 7 month old daughter. I also taught preschool/early childhood education for over 10 years. I have my bachelor’s degree in early childhood education and love working with children.

$15–20/hr

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Lisa M.

10 years paid experience
13 miles

$13–20/hr

I am a substitute teacher so I have plenty of experience with children. I also have been a babysitter and I have cared for many nieces and nephews. I love reading to children or taking them for walks.

$13–20/hr

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Alice D.

2 years paid experience
3 miles

$17–21/hr

Hello, I'm Alice but please call me Ali. I'm 24. I have experience in taking care of infants, kids, and teens. I also have experience in senior care! I'm recently engaged. I have two nephews and one niece who I love dearly! I am good with all ages!

$17–21/hr

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Dawn F.

5 years paid experience
5 miles

$15–50/hr

I have been a traveling Chef Nanny for the past 4 years. Love working with families and children. I can tutor, clean, cook, meal prep, laundry. Basically whatever you need. We can go over everything in person. Thank you.

$15–50/hr

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Natalie R.

5 years paid experience
4 miles

$15–25/hr

I recently just graduated High School and I am doing online classes at U of M Flint while living at home. I have loved being around kids as long as I can remember. This summer I am watching my 7 year old cousin everyday. I have been babysitting since I was around 13 years old and I have experience with all ages. At the moment I am not CPR certified but I plan to be ASAP. I do gage training in first aid!

$15–25/hr

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Brianna N.

7 years paid experience
3 miles

$12–16/hr

I’m certified through the state and have all of my CPR/First aid. I just recently stopped working at a daycare/preschool. I was a head teacher in the preschool room. I’m currently unemployed so I have all the time in the world 🙂 I was a nanny before I worked at the daycares as well. I have references and everything too if you’d like that as well. I was a nanny for a few different families two of them being infants and some others being in between the ages of 3-10