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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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Emily J.

0 years paid experience
9 miles

$15–30/hr

Hi there! My name is Emily and I am currently looking to start babysitting at least part-time maybe full-time. I am the oldest of four and have siblings who are ages 16 and two of them are four. I have my associate's degree in arts and spent the last year studying elementary education and phonics, I am currently taking a break from school and but plan to go back to study special education. I spend most of my time watching my younger siblings and those at church. I currently got back into doing crafts and am a big fan of colors. I love kids and hope to have a career with them and hopefully this gives me the lead way into a full-time career with kids. I hope that you choose me to meet and take care of your children! I can't wait to meet you if you do. - Emi :)

$15–30/hr

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Nicole M.

5 years paid experience
13 miles

$8–12/hr

Hello! My name is Nicole and I am 32 years old. I currently work as a Lead Teacher in an Infant classroom for Early Head Start. I previously worked as a Lead Preschool Teacher / Assistant Director for a childcare center. I was also previously a Teacher’s Assistant for a Head Start program, which is a Preschool so I worked exclusively with ages 3-5. I have worked consistently with children for the past 5 years but do have varied (on/off) experience working with children for many years. With that being said, I have experience from birth up to school-aged children. My job duties as a Lead Teacher consist of supervising and interacting with our classroom of 8 children, developing and using developmentally-appropriate practices, making lesson plans, and much more! With Head Start, our behavioral plan is Conscious Discipline so I focus heavily on this principle and very much so believe in their principles. On a personal level, I also like using time out (for those children it works for), alone time (for those children it works for), redirection, positive reinforcement, and generally having as much fun as we can! I have two degrees in Business, a Bachelors in Human Resources and a Masters in Marketing. I decided to switch my career path to teaching, though. I graduated with my Master of Arts in Early Childhood Education and have been working with Head Start since 2015. I love working with kids and enjoy their positivity and imaginations! I am looking to be an occasional, regular, or one time sitter. I work Monday through Friday until 4:30 PM and am available any time outside of those hours. As mentioned above, I have experience from birth up to school-aged children (10 yrs) therefore I am very comfortable with diaper changes, feedings, naps, potty training, meal prep, etc. Please feel free to message me with any questions. I look forward to providing care for your family!

$8–12/hr

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Kaylee B.

5 years paid experience
14 miles

$17–19/hr

Hi, my name is Kaylee and I am currently enrolled at Northeast Community College in Radiology. I love to babysit and have been caring for children the past 5 years. I have experience with the ages 6 months to 10 years old. I am CPR, AED, and First Aid certified! I also have my CNA license. I have a valid drivers license and a reliable car. I can help with any errands, school pickups, appointments, etc. I’d love to help!