How much should I pay for child care in {{city}}, {{state}}?

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.

How do I find child care for my kids in {{city}}, {{state}}?

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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Yara A.

5 years paid experience
12 miles

$20–50/hr

I have been working with kids for about 4-5 years. I have my diploma in advanced child care, and certified in CPR, BLS, FirstAid and I have also worked as a CNA with seniors. I do cooking, cleaning, educational building and more. I have always been really good with kids and emotional and educational learning. I’m up for any task no matter how hard or silly it is.

$20–50/hr

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Caitlin E.

16 years paid experience
15 miles

$11–15/hr

My name is Caitlin. I'm 38 years old I was born and raised in Skiatook. I have worked in daycare since I was 16 while in high school. I worked at Essentially Kids Childcare Center in Skiatook for 11 or so years till it was sold and shut down. I have been a nanny for the last 8 years to one family. My job with my current family is coming to an end since the youngest one is starting school. I have always loved taking care of children since I was very young. I treat all the kids I take care of as if they were my own. I'm super creative. I can't draw but give me some glue scissors and a bunch of different colored paper and I can make just about anything. I also have a love for organizing and doing laundry. I can cook and clean. I have different kinds of training. I have worked with ages 2 weeks to 15 years. I'm pretty easy going and love going to the zoo and the aquarium and parks. I have my own transportation. I'm also knowledgeable in Celiac disease. I also have CPR and first aid.

$11–15/hr

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Chelsey M.

5 years paid experience
15 miles

$18–30/hr

Hi, my name is Chelsey Maples. I am 23 years old. I currently have a full-time job 830 to 5 weekdays but my weekend is open. I have worked with mini online nanny care sites. I have five years of experience with being a nanny ranging from infants, two twins to a little bit of special-needs children. I have a big passion of working with kids. I also have experience with cleaning, running errands,meal prepping, nap time, and animal care.