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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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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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Leticia L.

20 years paid experience
12 miles

$10–30/hr

Hello! I have over 20 years of experience caring for children from infancy through adolescence and am a mother to my own 2.5 yr old wild toddler boy as well as serving as a postpartum doula. I am a dedicated and nurturing care taker who truly enjoys supporting children at every stage of development but particularly love caring for the younger ones Ages 0-5 alongside nurturing the newborn mothers/families of my community. I have worked with children ages 0–15, providing attentive, age-appropriate care that supports emotional well-being, learning, and independence. I pride myself on creating a safe, structured, and loving environment where children feel seen, supported, and encouraged to grow. I value open communication with families and strive to be a reliable, trusted presence in their children’s lives. I am currently caring for the little ones of two other families on a part time basis but needing more hours to provide for myself and my son as a newly single mother and hoping to find another family or two to add into my care schedule. Caring for children is truly a passion, joy, and deep honor of mine that I cherish. I am grateful to be entrusted with loving up the children of our future and very passionate about supporting the well being of the fellow mothers and families of my community. I do not have a current CPR or first aid certification but have been certified for many years in the past and am happy to obtain that if you would prefer. I also would be happy to complete a background check and share contact information for references from the families I currently work with or any from the past as well. I would love to care for your little one if it feels like a good fit.

$10–30/hr

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Steffani M.

3 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$22–26/hr

I have over 6 years of experience babysitting. I help with date nights, being a mother’s helper and organizing and cleaning. I have experience with 6 months old to 12 years old. I love doing craft projects, doing outdoor activities and reading. During the week I am available starting at 6pm until 9pm. Fridays I am available 6pm to 12am. Saturdays I am available 9am to 12am and Sundays I am available 11am to 7pm.

$22–26/hr

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Kiana M.

3 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$22–27/hr

I worked as a Nanny for two newborns. I enjoyed providing care, playing enriching games and seeing them grow up. I helped with cleaning, laundry, cooking, errands and anything else needed. I also helped with feeding and changing the kids. I am CPR and First Aid certified.