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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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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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Christina V.

20 years paid experience
15 miles

$18–25/hr

Teaching and loving our little ones while they grow into the outstanding individuals in this world is something I always love to be apart of ❤️ as a mom and grandmother I’ll treat your babies like my own little love bugs ❤️

$18–25/hr

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Kimone B.

0 years paid experience
5 miles

$15–150/hr

Kimone boyden I been doing babysitting since I was 8 years old that was 1988 babysitting my little cousin and there kids now and now there kids now and then 2021 and doing cleaning since 2016 and now 2021 to 2025 still doing cleaning and motel cleaning so I love what I do making ppl happy thank y

$15–150/hr

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Katie M.

15 years paid experience
4 miles

$20–30/hr

Hello! My name is Katie and I love working with kids. I currently work as a Behavior Specialist and Mobile Therapist for children with complex behavioral needs with a variety of diagnoses, and have my Master's degree in applied behavior analysis. I have my First Aid and CPR for healthcare provider certification, and a lot of Childcare experiance. I have worked in the past as a one-to-one aid for children with developemental disabilites, and have also babysat for numerous families in a variety of age ranges. I have also worked in both residential settings and day programs for adults and children with a variety of needs. I work a flexible part time schedule, and am availible in the evenings and weekends. I look forward to hearing from you!

$20–30/hr

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Lataya W.

3 years paid experience
5 miles

$10–15/hr

I am a caregiver for newborn toddlers and children will keep children interested and having fun depending on age. I am comfortable with meal preparations and light housekeeping if needed. Comfortable with pets aswell. Pick ups are provided during school if necessary. I am very caring and compassionate and will make parents feel at ease as I know it's very hard trusting people with your loved ones.

$10–15/hr

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Hailey A.

5 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$20–25/hr

I have babysat kids since I was I kid it’s something I have a genuine heart for I just moved down here and I want to try and stay in the field so I can go to college.

$20–25/hr

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Mikaela P.

0 years paid experience
5 miles

$20–30/hr

My name is Mikaela, I have many years of experience watching over small children. I have a total of 3 nieces, ages ranging from 1 month-6 years old, and it is my favorite thing to do. I also use to have a housekeeping job for many years down the shore, so I am able to complete household chores. As well as pet sitting, I have a dog myself and four cats total at my home.

$20–30/hr

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Alivia C.

6 years paid experience
5 miles

$12–35/hr

Hellooo! My name is Alivia and I am 19 years old. I currently work at a childcare school part time and I work with kids ranging from ages 3-5. I also have 5 little sisters ranging from ages 6-16 so I have LOTS of experience working with infants , toddlers , children, teenagers, etc. I absolutely adore kids and I truly hope to bring comfort and fun into your family! I am available everyday including weekends , just not from the times 2-5 pm. I hope to get the chance to meet your families! Thank you.

$12–35/hr

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Megan P.

9 years paid experience
14 miles

$21–30/hr

I am a pediatric speech language pathologist looking for something outside of the clinic. I have a lot of experience working with kids, including neurodivergent children. If you need a sitter so you can enjoy some beach time by yourself or here on vacation but want to go out for dinner without the kids, let me know!!

$21–30/hr

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Rodnahza G.

4 years paid experience
5 miles

$17–20/hr

Hello, I have been working with children since I was a senior in high school. I never saw myself working with kids but turned out to love it. I have 4 years of experience with working with different age groups. I am a very enthusiastic and nurturing person. I am also reliable and very flexible with my time.

$17–20/hr

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Jakelin V.

4 years paid experience
5 miles

$17–22/hr

As an older sister I can definitely say taking care of kids can be a hard job, being able to give care and also balance the work life. I want to be able to take off that weight off parents shoulders and give the best care for their children. Spending time with kids is a fun experience but also a learning one. Being able to give care to all children in needs and disabilities. Making sure every child is loved and cared for. Skills: Dropping off and picking up from school Take out to playgrounds and playdates Meal preparation and cooking Cleaning and home care Pet sitting and pet care Playtime and fun activities Able to help with homework and other tasks Can adapt to any additional care and task if needed

$17–22/hr

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