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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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Zoe R.

6 years paid experience
14 miles

$20–25/hr

Hi! My name is Zoe and I am 19 years old and am in my first year at the University of Michigan! This past summer, I was a day camp counselor (Montreat Conference Center) for ages 2-4 years old, but I have been working with kids since I was about 13 (I volunteered at my church’s nursery for about a year and have been an employee for roughly 4 years). I was also previously a lifeguard for about 2 years year round while also teaching swim lessons. In addition, I was a student teacher at my dance studio all 4 years of high school helping teach ballet and tap to kids 3-5 years old. I have experience watching and/or working with kids anywhere from 2 months old to 14 years old. I can tutor (I was a straight A student in school and I have tutoring experience), change diapers and bottle feed, help your kid(s) get ready for bed, make dinner, and am comfortable watching kids with different abilities/chronic illness. I have experience taking care of children with health issues and am comfortable administering medications as long as I am given instructions. Extra things I can do are play and teach piano, flute, and/or ukulele at your request. I also have clearances (from PA).

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Kristina F.

35 years paid experience
9 miles

$20–25/hr

Hi! I’m a local teacher with a passion for helping children learn, grow, and have fun. During the school year, I teach high school science and advise the art club. I love creating a safe, encouraging environment where kids feel comfortable being themselves. As an adoptive mom, I understand the trust families place in a caregiver. I’m patient, dependable, organized, and genuinely enjoy spending time with children of all ages. Whether it’s helping with homework, doing crafts, reading stories, playing games, or simply providing reliable supervision, I strive to make every child feel valued and cared for. I’m also a lifelong animal lover and am happy to provide pet sitting or dog walking. I’ve cared for dogs, turtles, fish, and other pets, and I know how important it is to treat every pet like family. I’m looking for part-time child care or pet care opportunities, especially during evenings, weekends, school breaks, and the summer. My goal is simple: to help families while doing something I truly enjoy. I look forward to meeting you and your family!