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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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Cloey G.

1 year paid experience
7 miles

$15–20/hr

I’m Cloey I’m 20 years old I have a 1 year old daughter that I would have to bring with me and I love kids. I have 2 dogs and I’m a big family person.

$15–20/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Stephanie H.

Cloey is so sweet and helpful. She goes above and beyond

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Madison R.

3 years paid experience
7 miles

$10–20/hr

Hi my name is maddie, i’m currently a college student at app state, going into my junior year. I moved here from FL about two years ago! Was always the go to baby sitter in the family. Love baby’s, and say big kids are pretty cool to! Pretty easy going, fun and have open schukde!

$10–20/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Cortney B.

She is excellent, trustworthy and on time!

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Katlyn R.

5 years paid experience
11 miles

$20–25/hr

I'm an experienced caregiver with 5+ years of experience in childcare. Degrees: -A.A.S- Early Childhood Education Certifications: -CPR, First Aid, AED -Infant Toddler SIDS Additional Information: -Nurse Aide -Special Needs -Newborn Sleep Training -Experience with BLW -Experience with Montessori -Gentle Parenting

$20–25/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Priya R.

Kaitlyn has been a full nanny for our little girl for a while now. I would highly recommend her for all your child care needs. She is kind, soft spoken, patient and really caring towards children. The only reason we had to part ways is because we moved our little one to daycare. As a person who has gone through a Myriad of Nannys I can confidently say she is one of the best.

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Laila A.

1 year paid experience
13 miles

$17–21/hr

Hi! My name is Laila I have experience with kids a lot with friends family’s that had kids and my own families children and having to babysit them or even stay with them overnight. Kids really love me a have fun. I love kids and hanging out with them. I graduated from high school and starting college with a high GPA of 3.6 and pushing for nursing

$17–21/hr

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Chena G.

1 year paid experience
11 miles

$18–22/hr

I love babysitting cause that’s all I do for my older siblings is babysit I found joy in watching babies smile and laugh or talk my head off about imaginary stories cause me myself I love playing games, going to parks to play, I know I’m 19 but I’m a big kid myself

$18–22/hr

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Deborah T.

20 years paid experience
7 miles

$18–25/hr

Good Ohh how precious❤️ I believe that God created all of us equal, but he gave some of us a little extra fairy dust to reserve for the babies of the world. I am blessed to say I received quite an abundance of fairy dust. Loving and nurturing children is what God put me on this earth for! It is my ultimate passion! It is not just a job or a paycheck to me, it is a true gift! I have been fortunate enough to be a part of many extended families raising their children near and far. My mom was a Montessori teacher and my 2 sisters are pre-school teachers. This passion obviously runs in the family:-) A little history here, my grandmother had 12 brothxers and sisters. Lol, I was always the babysitter for all of our cousins and their friends and I loved it!! I would love to share more about me, and learn more about you and your “tiny treasure”. I am available 5 days a week, those days being flexible according to your schedule. I am desiring to be a part of a loving, compassionate, and happy family. I hope that is yours! At the end of September, I will be saying good bye to my previous sweet family. The mom was a Doctor (and now a dear friend) the little sweet 3 year old Ava & the lil precious prince, Cole was is 1. I will miss them so!! This is the saddest part of the nanny world....saying good bye! I may be reached at 407-415-8212. Thank you kindly for your time! ❤️Wishing you a wonderful day! Deborah

$18–25/hr

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Anna J.

3 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$18–22/hr

I have worked as a camp staff member of children ages 6-17 for three years. I am CPR and First-Aid certified. Safety is the #1 important thing to me, but I also love to create a fun, silly atmosphere that encourages kids to be themselves. I have my own car and am happy to help with any other house needs.

$18–22/hr

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Katelyn B.

1 year paid experience
15 miles

$15–21/hr

My name is Katelyn, but I go by Kate. I’m 18 years old and have about a year of paid babysitting experience, along with several years of helping care for children through church activities and events since I was 15. I have experience working with children of all personalities and needs, including those with special needs. I’m most comfortable caring for toddlers and older children, and I’m happy to help with things like playtime, homework, and bedtime routines.I currently have my own car, so I have reliable transportation and can be flexible with scheduling. In addition to babysitting, I’m currently taking life and health insurance classes. I would love the opportunity to help care for your children!

$15–21/hr

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Hannah R.

4 years paid experience
13 miles

$16–22/hr

I am a twenty-two year old wife and small business owner with over four years of professional childcare service; working with children is a genuine passion of mine! I love cultivating imaginative and creative play, especially by encouraging outdoor interaction and activity. Really, I’m just a big kid myself, so you can rest assured that I will be involved and playing with children, not just watching them. I have my own car, am trained in both CPR and first aid, am comfortable with pets, can offer homework assistance, and am willing to help with other household duties! My small business hours are 10-4, so I would only be available before 10 am and after 4 pm most days!

$16–22/hr

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Jason B.

0 years paid experience
11 miles

$16–20/hr

Hi im Jason and I’ve had a passion for working with children for a while ever since taking care of my own siblings and taking care of other family and friends children as well.

$16–20/hr

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