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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Chelsea L.

5 years paid experience
4 miles

$17–20/hr

Hi I’m Chelsea, thank you for reading my bio! I am a very trustworthy child care professional. I will always try my best to meet your family’s needs. I have been in the child care and child development field for 10 years. I also specialize in infant/toddler care and development. I am also First Aid and CPR certified. Take care and hope to hear from you soon!

$17–20/hr

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Talia B.

7 years paid experience
6 miles

$20–25/hr

I am PhD student at Rutgers studying marine biology. My free time, when I am not studying, is spent hiking with my dog, at the beach, or with my family and friends. Im looking to baby sit on weekends or anytime during the week that fits with my class schedule. I have 6 years of experience working with children. My experiences include being a summer camp counselor, swimming instructor and nanny/babysitter. I also volunteered teaching dance lessons to children with special needs for 6 years. I am passionate about working with children as it brings me joy to see them learn and succeed. Some of my good qualities include patience, reliability and creativity.

$20–25/hr

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Kathy S.

30 years paid experience
6 miles

$15–20/hr

I love being a babysitter because caring for children has always been my passion. As a certified teacher with over 25 years of experience, I bring patience, creativity, and a deep understanding of child development to every family I work with. I truly enjoy helping children grow, and feel safe, while having fun. In addition to my teaching background, I am CPR trained and committed to providing a safe, nurturing environment. Babysitting allows me to continue doing what I love most-supporting children and giving parents a peace of mind. I have references upon request.

$15–20/hr

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Dawn F.

35 years paid experience
3 miles

$15–20/hr

Hello families !! My name is Ms. Dawn Fowler and I am a Widowed Mother of two beautiful children myself. My daughter is age 21 and my son is age 18. Both in college. I am a 50-year old Assistant TEACHER in EHT. I help with children that have special needs. I am looking for 1-2 families that I can babysit for and help around the home. 609-813-0139. I live only 5 miles in from Ocean City. I enjoy children and I can even mind them in my home here with the help of my daughter who is age 22 and always babysits for our family and friends too. And my son is age 19 and lives here too.

$15–20/hr

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Alli S.

5 years paid experience
6 miles

$20–24/hr

Hello! I have been working in childcare for 5 years and truly love working with children. I currently work weekdays at a preschool and I am also a college student. I have worked with infants up to the age 12, though most of my experience is with ages 2-5. Some of my skills include meal prep, diaper changes/potty, maintaining a schedule, supporting early learning and development, and ensuring a safe nuturing environment. I am passionate about building positive relationships between children and their families!

$20–24/hr

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Camila H.

5 years paid experience
8 miles

$25–50/hr

I’m a dependable and nurturing caregiver with hands-on daycare experience and a strong background in early childhood care. I’m certified and have completed child care courses, and I previously worked in a classroom with infants ages 1 month to 1 year old, where I was responsible for 8 children at a time. That experience taught me patience, organization, safety awareness, and how to stay calm while handling multiple little ones with different needs. I’ve also grown up around children my whole life and have been babysitting since I was about 10 years old, so caring for kids comes naturally to me. I’m attentive, gentle, and focused on creating a safe, loving, and structured environment where children can feel comfortable and parents can feel confident.

$25–50/hr

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Summer D.

4 years paid experience
3 miles

$15–30/hr

I currently work at a daycare !! I am also a college student majoring in psychology to become a youth counselor, I love working with kids and seeing them have smiles on their face !

$15–30/hr

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Nancy S.

30 years paid experience
4 miles

$15–20/hr

I have been providing childcare for over 30 years. I love children and have experience with all ages, from newborns to teens and also with twins. I am First Aid & CPR Certified. I am patient and dependable and I can provide additional references if requested.

$15–20/hr

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Kelly C.

0 years paid experience
7 miles

$17–20/hr

Hi I'm Kelly. I love kids. I have always loved working with them. I have babysat kids for many years. I love to be able to spend time with kids. I also use to volunteer in a preschool for 4 years. I'm almost done my associates for preschool to 3rd grade education

$17–20/hr

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Jessica M.

12 years paid experience
9 miles

$14–16/hr

Hi, my name is Jessica and I consider myself to be a responsible, trustworthy and active person! I am in the search of finding a great family to provide childcare services for. I am currently a teacher at a preschool and going to college for Pre-K- grade 3 education. I am First-Aid/CPR certified as well. I'm confident as a sitter and I promise your children would be safe/content with me. (References can be provided upon request)