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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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Nicole B.

12 years paid experience
12 miles

$17–22/hr

I am 34 years old and have been taking care of children for over 10 years from the ages of 6 weeks-14 years old. I am CPR and First aid certified. Please feel free to message me with any questions you may have!

$17–22/hr

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Julie T.

16 years paid experience
13 miles

$18–20/hr

Im a stay at home mom and house wife. I have two boys 12 and 11 years old. Before I had kids I was nanny for 4 kids. I made dinner and helped with homework. Played games together.

$18–20/hr

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Skye C.

0 years paid experience
12 miles

$18–24/hr

I originally found my enjoyment for babysitting through jobs given by my neighbors to watch over their kids while they ran errands. I expanded my experience through the New Visions: Health Program where I spent about 2 weeks interning in the Sitrin Child Care Center. I enjoyed my education so much that I decided to attempt a payed position in babysitting before going into college for nursing. I am certified in basic life saving procedures and took a year long class in Culinary Arts. I love aiding the development process of children through fun activities and learning opportunities and am willing to adjust for parent needs whenever possible.

$18–24/hr

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Angelina A.

1 year paid experience
< 1 mile

$12–20/hr

Hi, My name is Angelina and I am interested in gaining experience for my future career. I am a child-life psychology major and plan to be a school psychologist in the future. I love working with children and currently work in a daycare/preschool setting with amazing staff and students.

$12–20/hr

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Lawrencia A.

4 years paid experience
12 miles

$12–18/hr

Loving and reliable mom of two with hands-on experience in childcare. I’m patient, kind, and attentive, with a passion for keeping a clean, organized home and preparing home-cooked meals. I have my own transportation and treat every child with the same care and love as my own

$12–18/hr

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Bridget P.

5 years paid experience
11 miles

$18–25/hr

I love working with kids of all ages and worked as a TA in an Elementary school. I also used to work with kids in a hospital as an aide. I have a 5 year old daughter and she loves making new friends with the kids I've sat for. I'll be available Monday through Friday and an occasional Saturday for a date day or night. I am not available on Sundays.

$18–25/hr

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Zenabou J.

7 years paid experience
11 miles

$22–29/hr

My major is human development, and I plan on becoming an occupational therapist in the future, hopefully working with kids. I really love being around children and taking care of them, and I enjoy getting to know them and interacting with them. I want to feel more comfortable working with kids as I move forward in my career, and babysitting is a great opportunity for me to gain that experience. I also have a lot of experience working with kids, including working as a camp counselor at a kids’ camp, and I’ve babysat for multiple families, which helped me build strong communication, responsibility, and caregiving skills.

$22–29/hr

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Khadija A.

0 years paid experience
11 miles

$25–30/hr

I wanna be a sitter because i really do enjoy working with kids especially ones that well behaved just makes the job easier aside from that i have seven other siblings, cousins, and babysat neighbors children so i jave much also I'm skilled in laundry, diaper change, homework help, entertaining kids, and just overall good with them.

$25–30/hr

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Tyler E.

2 years paid experience
14 miles

$25–30/hr

Hello! I am currently a law student working in Utica for the summer and looking for evening/weekend babysitting jobs! I have worked with children at summer camp and have babysat, have worked with children in a school setting, and have babysitting experience as well! I have my own car and I can provide other typical household tasks.

$25–30/hr

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Alysa S.

8 years paid experience
14 miles

$20–25/hr

Hi! I’m Alysa, and I absolutely love working with kids. I have 6 younger siblings and grew up helping in my mom’s daycare, so I’m very comfortable caring for children of all ages. I’m patient, fun, and enjoy doing activities like crafts, outdoor play, and games. I always make sure kids feel safe, happy, and cared for while parents are away.