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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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Andrea E.

8 years paid experience
6 miles

$12–15/hr

Hi my name is Andrea and i am 23 years old. i have a 3yr old of my own and i have been caring for kids for about 8 years prior to having my own! and i enjoy kids. i’ve worked with all ages. i am also free to babysit whenever you need me feel free to ask me anything!

$12–15/hr

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Madison F.

2 years paid experience
6 miles

$15–25/hr

Hi, my name is madison! I have been a babysitter/ nanny off and on for 2/ almost 3 years I’m very easy going and go with the flow, but also follow the guidelines i am given. I mainly have experience with school age children and infants. I am very pet friendly as i have a fur baby myself, though i am slightly allergic to cats. Sometimes i bring crafts and diys if the kids like that kind of stuff to do for fun ( because i enjoy it too haha )! I love being a sitter because kids are really fun to be around and it reminds me of how simple life can be and i can be myself. What sets me apart is i am hard working and if i have a task i will try my best to fulfill it. I don’t mind helping with homework or tidying around the house either.

$15–25/hr

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Emily M.

4 years paid experience
6 miles

$18–30/hr

Hello I am Emily Mawyer, I have 4 years of experience babysitting/nannying as well as 1 year of experience in an early childhood development center. I am CPR & First Aid certified. I have worked with ages infant-12. I am passionate about creating a safe and fun environment for children to grow and thrive in. I love spending time outdoors and being active. I live and work on my family farm so I am very comfortable being around/ caring for pets as well. I also enjoy prepping and executing crafts and learning activities.

$18–30/hr

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Brittany S.

8 years paid experience
6 miles

$22–25/hr

I’m Brittany, I have lots of experience babysitting. I started by watching my cousins kids during the summer while they were at work. I have babysat since i was about 14, mainly family members but again plenty of experience. I love kids so much and love being around them as hoping to be a mother one day.

$22–25/hr

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Hanna V.

2 years paid experience
6 miles

$10–15/hr

Hello my name is Hanna I am artsy but also adventurous I love learning new things and I have tons of experience with all ages of children my mom runs a inhome daycare and has been doing that for nine years now I helped growing up and then came to work for here later down the road thank you for taking the time to view my profile I hope to hear back from you

$10–15/hr

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Avah S.

5 years paid experience
8 miles

$13–25/hr

Hi I'm Avah. I'm looking for a job as a full time nanny. I have full availability and I'm even available over nights, weekends, and to join on family vacations. I'll be 20 years old in a month and have been working with kids for the past 5 years. I have 2 year old twin sisters that I've been watching during the day while my moms at work since they were newborns. I also have experience with children with special needs. I used to babysit for a 6 year old with autism and I also have a cousin that I'm very close to that has Down Syndrome. I also have experience with multiple child but would like to stay to no more then three kids. Every child I've sat for have become my best friends and I would do anything for them. A little about myself: - I worked for disney for 8 months through the disney college program and love anything disney. - I'm CPR certified, I'm covid vaccinated and have my early childhood education certification birth through kindergarten - I have a valid license and reliable transportation - I love going on adventures and trying new thing. I have a clean diving record and would love to bring your little ones to sports practice, swim lessons, playground, pick and drop off at school, zoo, parks, etc. I'm very active and love always having some fun to do. - I'm very family oriented - I'm also background checked I'm available as soon as April or May. I can't wait for this next adventure in my life and would love to hear from you

$13–25/hr

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Markayla H.

2 years paid experience
6 miles

$16–20/hr

Hello Everyone! Markayla Hollins here. As a seasoned nanny with a passion for childcare, I am excited to offer my services to families in need. With a proven track record of providing exceptional care, excellent references, and extensive experience in babysitting and daycare, I am confident that I would make a valuable addition to your family. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or to discuss further. My contact number is 757-779-7299. During non summer hours I work at an Elementary school as a preschool assistant. That will start back up mid August.