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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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Chasity F.

5 years paid experience
7 miles

$16–20/hr

I love working with kids and helping them grow and caring for them. They’re always happy and radiate such positive energy even when they have there moments. I’ve babysat my siblings, the neighbor hood kids and family friends since I was about 13. I recently started working at a daycare but the environment wasn’t for me. I’m very patience and good with kids and calming them down and caring for them. I tend to keep them in a happy mood and let them have fun all while having fun and with the toddlers and above even learning things like colors numbers and life skills.

$16–20/hr

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Christina M.

12 years paid experience
14 miles

$10–20/hr

I am good with children and making them happy. I enjoy being around them and watching over them and teaching them. I have been babysitting since I was 13 and I really enjoy doing it. I enjoy playing video games and going to places to let kids have fun. I have helped my mom's friends potty train their kids and I have also changed a lot of diapers. What I like most about young children is that they have a lot to say although most of the time it doesn't make since but because they are young its really interesting listening to what they have to say. I also enjoy playing bored games and going outside as well.

$10–20/hr

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P H.

40 years paid experience
14 miles

$15–20/hr

I am a mom, grandma, and great grandmother. I have done child care, foster care and I adopted 6 children from foster care. I have 3 adult birth children. I have worked with children who are very healthy and with handicapped children. I adopted children with autism and physical disabilities. I also worked with a school with special needs children. My youngest daughter is 9 years old. I can do your care at your house and in mine. I like to do outings a lot as it helps children to not get bored, however on bad weather days I will stay put in whatever house I start with. I can tell you more when we meet

$15–20/hr

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Mary T.

30 years paid experience
14 miles

$15–20/hr

Hello, I am currently employed full-time as a Teaching Assistant in the Saratoga Springs City School District. However, I am interested in occasional babysitting on the weekends or for date nights. I have outstanding contact references and over 30+ years of experience working with children of all ages from infants to teens. I am dependable, caring, creative, patient, and energetic. In addition, I have a master's degree in Elementary Education. I have always had a natural rapport with children and always knew that I wanted to work with children in some capacity. My past work history includes: preschool teacher; pre-k teacher; substitute teacher; camp counselor; activities director; tutor; and full-time nanny. I truly love working with children. As a babysitter, I enjoy engaging children in arts and crafts, games and outdoor activities. I love to swim and read. I like planning outings to places such as the beach, playground, library and ice skating, etc. I always do my best to provide high quality childcare. Sincerely, Mary Turner

$15–20/hr

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Patricia H.

0 years paid experience
14 miles

$25–50/hr

I have been working with children since I was 16 years old. I am currently 70 I work at the Six Flags great escape as a supervisor in the entertainment department. I have been working in childcare and around childcare all my life I have opened daycare centers and I have worked in them have also worked in handicapped schooling/daycare’s. I am a foster/ Adoption parent my youngest is 12 years old. I have a total of nine kids with three still living at home. I am looking for work around my job at Six Flags. If you’re interested in someone that’s has tons of experience with all children, including both handicap and special needs feel free to give me a call. And we can see if it will work out with my schedule in yours.