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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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Taylor B.

3 years paid experience
13 miles

$12–100/hr

Looking for a full time or part time position with a longer term commitment. I had previous experience nannying and have coached gymnastics for over three years of children with various ages.

$12–100/hr

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Taylor N.

10 years paid experience
13 miles

$25–30/hr

Hello there! I'm Taylor & I am 33 years old and live in Winsted. I am willing to travel for the right position. I have worked with kids for a little over 10 years. I have been a babysitter, nanny and teacher. I adore kids and am looking to pick up some babysitting shifts on the weekends. I would love to connect with you!

$25–30/hr

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Bailey P.

14 years paid experience
15 miles

$22–30/hr

Homeschool & Sunday school teacher mom of 2 little boys (5 & 1). Recently renewed my first aid, CPR, and AED certification (Nov. ‘25). Before having kids of my own I nannied for 3 different families with multiple children with ages ranging from newborn to 8 years old. In addition to that I have previously worked for an in home daycare that had roughly 8 kids each day with ages from newborn to early elementary school age. I am friendly, loving and reliable. As a stay at home mom I am looking for opportunities to earn extra income for our home by doing what I am good at - caring for babies and kids!

$22–30/hr

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Tiffaney S.

8 years paid experience
14 miles

$27–35/hr

Hi! I’m Tiffaney! 💕 I’m a warm, outgoing, compassionate mom with a big heart for children, families, and community! I’m a proud mom to a wonderful teenage son, and motherhood has been one of the most meaningful experiences of my life. I absolutely adore children of all ages and look forward to being a grandma someday (no rush, of course! 😂❤️). I bring over 25 years of experience in accounting and leadership, but some of my most rewarding experiences have been caring for and advocating for children. While living in California, I served as a court-appointed legal advocate, worked alongside Child Protective Services (CPS), and was a foster mom before eventually adopting. These experiences gave me tremendous compassion, training, and awareness of children’s emotional development. They also inspired my passion for adoption advocacy and emotional literacy. I believe every child deserves to feel safe, heard, encouraged, and genuinely loved. Community involvement is another big part of my life! I’ve volunteered in various capacities over the years, most recently organizing and managing a summer Food Truck Tuesday event for our community of over 1,500 homes. Bringing families and neighbors together was such a joy! I’m also the founder of ReNew Cleaning Co., a locally woman-owned, community-driven business with a mission that goes far beyond cleaning. My vision is to create a ripple of renewal through kindness, meaningful connections, giving back, and supporting local families. As I grow my business and bring on an operations manager, I’m creating more flexibility to spend time doing something I genuinely love — supporting children and families! 💕 Personally, I’m active, nurturing, down-to-earth, and love nature, laughter, staying busy, and bringing positive energy into everyday life. I enjoy connecting with children, encouraging their curiosity, and creating meaningful moments. I’m available for occasional or recurring babysitting and nanny opportunities, evenings, weekends, last-minute childcare, and household or family assistance. I understand the trust involved in welcoming someone into your home. I’d love to get to know your family and be someone you can genuinely count on! Looking forward to connecting! 💕

$27–35/hr

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Taylor N.

10 years paid experience
13 miles

$20–30/hr

Hello! my name is Taylor and I am 28 years old. I am a huge arts and crafts lover, I love music very much as well!(: I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember and I also worked in a daycare with infants and toddlers!(: I just love being around kids and I like thinking of different and creative arts and crafts I can do with them. I have my own Etsy store that I’m very passionate about. I also enjoy being outdoors and camping. Thanks for taking the time to read this have a great day!