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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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Melanie K.

2 years paid experience
14 miles

$8–20/hr

I have a high school diploma, I interned in a preschool (ages 3-5 years old) in my high school for two years before graduating. I’ve always enjoyed babysitting for family members. I also enjoy caring for pets, I have a few pets of my own. I’ve always wanted to pursue a career tending for children or pets. I am a smoker, but I am not comfortable smoking around others children or being around others children smelling of smoke. My car is currently in a auto shop being fixed but I have a dependable ride to and from places.

$8–20/hr

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Morgan H.

0 years paid experience
9 miles

$14–20/hr

Hey my name is Morgan Ive never watched kids for money just children in my family and others family. Im currently a two year old teacher , love my kids. Ive had numerous of summer jobs with daycares & summer camps from all ages infant to toddlers. Im looking to build connections & gain more knowledge on children mindsets. My passion is to build my own daycare company starting from in home to nationwide.

$14–20/hr

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Victoria A.

3 years paid experience
7 miles

$10–15/hr

My name is Victoria, everyone calls me Tori. I’m 30 years old. I have 4 kids. I use to work in a daycare but I came home because afterschool care can be outrageous for 4 kids. All my kids are in school so I figured it would be easier to babysit someone else who needs help. I have my credentials to work in a daycare and I’ve also been cpr certified! I love kids and their little creative minds!

$10–15/hr

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Carrie S.

24 years paid experience
10 miles

$10–20/hr

Enjoy working with children to accomplish goals. I want to provide a safe option for families. I have worked in the early childhood field for 24 years.

$10–20/hr

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Aubrey M.

3 years paid experience
4 miles

$10–14/hr

I am a college student athlete and Barton College and play volleyball. I am from Seattle, Washington. I love kids and have been watching them for years. I help a lot of families in the softball community often watching kids during games at the fields or at home. I also have experience swimming with kids and helping them learn to swim. I value communication to make sure the people I work with are on the same page and our schedules always align.

$10–14/hr

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Abril V.

3 years paid experience
10 miles

$16–25/hr

I love being a sitter because taking care of others just comes naturally to me. Whether it’s keeping kids entertained, helping with routines, or making sure pets feel happy and loved, I enjoy being someone families can count on. It makes me feel good knowing I can bring comfort, fun, and peace of mind. I’ve had experience working with children and pets in different settings, and I’ve also worked in roles where responsibility and patience were really important. From helping families as a nanny and sitter to handling busy days in customer service, I’ve learned how to stay calm, flexible, and caring in any situation. Some of my skills include keeping things organized, managing routines, and coming up with activities that keep kids engaged. I’m also great at problem-solving and making sure everyone feels safe and cared for. Most importantly, I bring kindness, reliability, and a genuine love for what I do.✨

$16–25/hr

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Paige M.

3 years paid experience
9 miles

$15–20/hr

my name is Paige Mathews currently located in Raleigh Nc. I am 18 years old and a student at Meredith College. I am looking for any opportunities where I could Babysit or help out at all! I have worked with kids in the past, dog sit (overnight), and have been a server at my local restaurant back at home (originally from Wilson). If you are interested at all please let me know and I can give you further information on my availability. I am also on the Lacrosse team here at Meredith so I would work around class and sports schedule! I am going to attach my social media and number! Number: 252-373-9326 Instagram- Paigemathews73

$15–20/hr

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Aishah G.

2 years paid experience
11 miles

$8–10/hr

My name is Aishah. I currently work at a child care center and I've been there for almost a year now. I work with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. I am First Aid and CPR certified. I have a certificate in Early Childhood. I love working with children, helping them learn and grow. My goal in life is to become a teacher and have my own classroom someday.

$8–10/hr

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Amijahnae W.

3 years paid experience
9 miles

$15–25/hr

My caregiver experience started at a very young age with family, friends and so on. Task I would take on would be things like cooking, cleaning and entertaining. I love meal planning and preparing for others and it’s another one of my passions. I’ll be enrolling in university in spring for Psychology as I do wish to be a teacher and spread the joy of learning and love with young ones.

$15–25/hr

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Tomeka J.

13 years paid experience
9 miles

$10–20/hr

I Absolutely Love being a Babysitter, I have been keeping my cousins and other kids since the tender age of 11. I absolutely love the comfort that kids bring. I don’t have any kids of my own so, when I say I’ve gotten enough practice in to save my life…I have. (LOL) it’s Life for me and Business!!