How much should I pay for child care in {{city}}, {{state}}?

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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Nancy S.

30 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$18–38/hr

Hi ,Im a happy loving mother of 5 amazing kids ,my youngest is starting his jr year at Arlington .I have provided childcare in my home for 30 years as I’ve raised my own.i am now looking for a great family that appreciates my values and ability to help with caring for kids .

$18–38/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Christine C.

Kind, communicative and goes above and beyond!

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Mireille T.

14 years paid experience
11 miles

$20–100/hr

** I have a Federal/State Background Check and State qualification Letter available** If you are looking for that missing piece of the puzzle for your family dynamics, look no further. I am a French-Canadian, bilingual, mother of three, retired Early Educator with endless energy and creativity to provide care for your family. I will be retiring from my Child Care business in April and am looking to provide a more personalized care experience with a loving family. I am a highly educated and experienced in Early Education. I have a 4yr degree in Early Childhood and a two-year degree in Hospitality management. I am retiring from my administrative role in a large childcare center setting. l am a natural leader with demonstrated high energy, planning, and problem-solving abilities. I am self -motivated, diplomatic and respectful of people from all different backgrounds.

$20–100/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Jacob N.

Mireille (Mi) is an absolute professional who is abundantly compassionate about childcare. She is timely, reliable, and fully engaged in taking care of a child that she is responsible for. Her background in childcare shined through her time with our daughter and she went so far above and beyond just “babysitting”, it was like having a true child care specialist here for two nights. A fantastic caregiver!

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Chloe W.

9 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$20–30/hr

Hello! I'm Chloe, I'm 26 and I've been a nanny for about 10 years now. I have experience working with children of all ages, and I'm CPR/ first aid certified as well. I have my own car, a clean driving record and am willing to provide transportation if needed. I'd be happy to assist with homework help, light housework, or any other tasks! I'm also a huge animal lover, so any pets you may have are always a plus! Upon request, I can provide many excellent references! Have a wonderful day (:

$20–30/hr

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Melinda P.

30 years paid experience
6 miles

$25–35/hr

I'm a retired science teacher/outdoor educator with 30 years experience working with children. Most recently, in my career work I was an Aquatic Educator and ran an afterschool fishing club for kids in grades 3-8 and had been teaching families with children ages 5 & up how to fish. I was a certified teacher and have a Master's Degree in Education. I taught in public schools and private schools and then started the education programs at the Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education for preK & up where I continued to work with outdoor education for kids until the flood in 2021. I have experience babysitting siblings, keeping them safe and engaged in activities, preparing snacks/meals, putting them down for nap/bed. I have done after school pick ups as well as driven kids to activities. I am good with pets. I have had background checks and been fingerprinted in previous employment. I am 1st Aid and CPR certified. I have also raised my own child. I have experience with all ages from newborns, toddlers, elementary and middle schoolers. I am currently sitting 4 mornings a week 8-1pm (MWFSat) for a family that has a 2 & 3 yr old. They are screen free and we spend most of our day outside. I have been with them over 1.5 years and unfortunately they are moving out of town. I would love to find a new family to help.