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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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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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Simone M.

18 years paid experience
5 miles

$17–22/hr

Nanny/ Babysitter with 18yrs of experience. I love what I do because I love kids and I have one of my own also! I am fun, responsible, caring, loving, reliable and most importantly I have good communication skills. I’ve mainly worked with Newborns to Children 14 years of age. I am willing to do any housekeeping if needed. References upon request!

$17–22/hr

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Brianna C.

6 years paid experience
11 miles

$20–22/hr

Hey! I'm Brianna. I have a Bachelor's in Molecular Biology, and a Master's in Public Health. I've been babysitting throughout college, and I'm also the oldest of four. I have two siblings that are on the spectrum, one of which also has ODD; between this, and my experience in tutoring centers, I've had significant experience with children who have special needs. I spent my summers working as a camp counselor at Camp Pecometh, where I was responsible for 5-10 children at a time, ages 5-16. On the weekends, I volunteered at my church's nursery, taking care of newborns to 3-year olds. My specialties are craft time, early Spanish education, and kid-friendly snack prep. I have background checks available, as well as additional references. I am fully vaccinated. Please note - I'm currently nannying with the following schedule: Monday & Tuesday, 9am-5pm Wednesday, 9am-3pm Thursday & Friday, 9am-2pm

$20–22/hr

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Amirah B.

3 years paid experience
15 miles

$20–30/hr

Hi! My name is Amirah, and I am a first-year law student. I love to watch sports, read, and spend time outdoors. I have years of experience babysitting children in my family and have been trusted to care for the children of friends, employers, and professors. I would consider myself energetic and prioritize a hands-on and interactive approach to caring for children. I am up to date on all vaccines and can provide a vehicle to assist in servicing your family. I have flexible availability during the week and open availability on weekends and holidays. I hope I can help create a fun, safe, and engaging environment for your children.

$20–30/hr

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Turquoise L.

10 years paid experience
11 miles

$20–22/hr

I’m Turquoise. For over 10 years I've cared for children from newborns to teenagers, with and without special needs. I assist children with reaching age appropriate developmental milestones. Skills are encouraged through creative learning activities and play. I also encourage growth and development through healthy eating and fun physical activities. Overall, I'm very patient, nurturing, kind, loving and enthusiastic. I enjoy being a nanny and I'd love to join your family’s journey. CPR/AED/First Aid Certified Children & Adults

$20–22/hr

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Ilea R.

8 years paid experience
15 miles

$27–30/hr

Hello, my name is I’lea, but my families and students call me Lee or Ms. Lee. I am 27 years old. I have been working with kids for about 10 years and I absolutely love it. I have experience with kids ranging from 4 weeks old to 13 years old. I have a passion for learning and teaching. I am pursuing a bachelors degree in developmental psychology. I use psychology to teach students how to read and write. My favorite age group to work with is toddler age, but Ms. Lee loves all the kids.

$27–30/hr

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Kim B.

10 years paid experience
5 miles

$18–25/hr

I am offering childcare for the summer, I have done private babysitting as well as having worked in both daycares and schools. I have experiences with all ages and have even done special needs care .I am also CPR certified and have open availability.

$18–25/hr

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Dora S.

10 years paid experience
11 miles

$15–25/hr

Hello I am a mature, reliable, and dependable caregiver.It is an honor to work with children. I have extensive experience working with newborns and babies. I am reliable and follow instructions easily. .I can do overnights and weekend babysitting, as well as weekdays. I read and do crafts with the older ones. I am also cpr and first aid certified. I am also happy to do children's laundry.

$15–25/hr

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Dominique B.

15 years paid experience
15 miles

$25–30/hr

Hi my name is Dominique. I am a graduate of Penn's Graduate School of Education, with a Master's degree in Early Elementary Education. I currently am I teacher in the Philadelphia area so my availability is limited. Please reference my calendar. I have all my clearances. I have been CPR trained. I worked in my mother's daycare for five years. I have worked as an instructor at a summer program and have lots of teaching, so I am comfortable with larger groups of children and I am able to connect with each individual child. I am comfortable and experienced working with children of all ages but my preference is to work with children 13 and under.

$25–30/hr

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Vuyolwethu N.

3 years paid experience
9 miles

$20–28/hr

Hi my name is Vuyo and I am currently working part-time ( Mon,Tues, & Thurs) taking care of a now 8 month old. I have almost three years of Childcare experience with a focus on infants - toddlers. I have experience assisting with sleep and potty training and would love to share more should we connect!

$20–28/hr

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Lauren R.

8 years paid experience
11 miles

$20–25/hr

*CURRENTLY AVAILABLE FOR DATE NIGHTS/WEEKENDS* Hi! I have a lot of experience working with children of all ages, both typical and special needs. I graduated from West Chester University with a Bachelor degree in music and minor in psychology and have completed some graduate coursework in social work. I have primarily worked with the elderly professionally, but have been babysitting for many years part time. I am not the "sit and watch television" kind of babysitter and I believe it is very important (especially for young children) to interact, learn, play games, and have fun while maintaining a safe environment. I'm an animal lover so pets are fine. I'm also able to assist with light housekeeping, meal prep, and driving if needed. References available on request! Thank you!