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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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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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Brandy P.

8 years paid experience
12 miles

$20–30/hr

Mom of 5, currently working as an infant teacher in a daycare in wentzville who loves kids and has experience with all ages. I am cpr and first aid certification and have an associates in elementary education.

$20–30/hr

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Cassidy G.

5 years paid experience
12 miles

$10–20/hr

My name is Cassidy. I have babysat for about 8 and a half years now. I have babysat ages from newborn up to 16 year olds. I have two little ones(14 months and 6 years) of my own and they are my life. I always bring with me some activities or something from the kids to do, more learning activities or crafts then anything. What makes me enjoy babysitting is the politeness and smiles from the families I babysit for. I help with meals, laundry, baths, homework, and whatever else you may need.

$10–20/hr

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Grace O.

1 year paid experience
12 miles

$10–20/hr

Hello! I am a 3rd year UMKC student studying education, and love working with kids. My experience ranges from infants-late middle school, and I have no problem working with any age group. Because I plan to have my own classroom soon, I am always looking for more experience! I love to explore new places, I love to make crafts, and I have plenty of snack ideas! I love pets, have my own car, and have no problem preparing food/tidying or cleaning up/helping with homework. If you have any questions, please feel free to let me know!

$10–20/hr

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Selena B.

0 years paid experience
12 miles

$19–24/hr

Hello I’m selena I’m 19 I have a 1 year old son I now spanish and am really good with kids love doing some cooking and cleaning all do what a can to help

$19–24/hr

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Mikayla W.

18 years paid experience
12 miles

$26–40/hr

I have been providing childcare for over 18 years. I have experience with ages up to 13 years old, but I specialize in caring for newborns and infants. I also have experience with special needs and twins/multiples. I have provided care as a mother’s helper, babysitter, nanny, night nanny, respite provider, and personal aide. I have assisted with therapies, medication administration, equipment maintenance, and more. I am a mother of two, an aunt, a previous foster mom, and the oldest sibling, so my experience goes beyond my 18 years of professional caregiving. I am a Certified Newborn Care Specialist & Postpartum Doula. I am certified in Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED and I have completed Water Safety for Parents and Caregivers training through the American Red Cross. I am Safe Sleep certified and I have passed the INA’s Nanny Basic Skills Assessment as well as the INA’s NCS Basic Skills Assessment. I have completed Newborn Care Specialist training and a Postpartum Doula workshop through The Newborn Care Training Academy. I am registered with the FCSR and I have been registered to volunteer with my local school district since 2018.

$26–40/hr

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Kelsey H.

7 years paid experience
8 miles

$19–30/hr

Hi! My name is Kelsey, and I have over 7 years of experience working with children as a preschool teacher and lead preschool teacher. I am passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and have fun. I have experience caring for children of various ages and enjoy planning age-appropriate activities, crafts, outdoor play, and educational experiences. I am CPR and First Aid certified and committed to providing dependable, attentive care that gives parents peace of mind. I am patient, reliable, and love building positive relationships with both children and families. Whether you need regular childcare, occasional babysitting, or help during school breaks, I would love the opportunity to support your family. I look forward to connecting with you and learning more about your childcare needs! 😊

$19–30/hr

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Chelsea M.

5 years paid experience
12 miles

$20–27/hr

Hi, I'm Chelsea, I am 28 years old! I am from Kansas City originally, I am currently living in St. Louis but I moving back to Kansas City with my family in beginning of June (or earlier, depends if I find a nanny job faster) . I am very experienced in babysitting/nannying/ helping out.. I am comfortable with infants, babies, toddlers, and small children! I am young so I am active and I have energy to keep up with the little ones! I can cook small, easy meals that you have provided for me to make for your children! I am mainly looking for a family that I can become a full time nanny for! I am looking for someone who would like a nanny/house manager. I am reliable and dependable and I won’t let you down!!

$20–27/hr

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Siham E.

0 years paid experience
12 miles

$20–30/hr

Well, not paid. I do have a lot of experience in babysitting, my friends siblings, my neighbors kids, and even some of my younger siblings and I do have experience in CPR and a little bit of first aid. I would say I’m good with kids. I don’t think kids are hard to keep as many people think. I think you just need to find their pattern and it becomes pretty easy. I am arty in creative so I could come up with projects for them to do to keep them entertained for a while. I am an extreme multitasker so I can complete multiple tasks at the same time. I have good attention. I love kids and kids seem to love me. I can keep good boundaries for parents and kids and whatever the parent needs for that time I can be as strict as they need me to be.