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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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Hillary F.

15 years paid experience
5 miles

$20–40/hr

Hi there! My name is Hillary and I absolutely love working with families and caring for children! I started my career babysitting during high school. While attending college for my art degree, I worked with several families part time. These were so fun and rewarding, that I decided to pursue childcare full-time, with professional nanny positions. For over 15 years I have continued to provide families with individualized care for their children, including experience with newborns and infant twins! Providing help with transportation, overnights, nanny share and pet care are included in my detailed resume, with references available upon request. In between regular positions, I focus on occasional sitting and providing emergency/ back up care. I would be available to fill in, if your primary childcare is unavailable, even with very short notice. I look forward to hearing from you!

$20–40/hr

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Val L.

8 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$15–20/hr

Hi, I'm VAL! I have worked at nature centers and summer camps leading field trips and camp groups. I love being outside and exploring nature! I also have worked at two different preschools. I have my 90 Infant and Toddler certification and my 90 Childcare certification. I also have CPR and First Aid certification. In the fall I will be getting my Master Naturalist certification! I look forward to caring for your kids and helping them explore nature!

$15–20/hr

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Veronica B.

19 years paid experience
10 miles

$17–21/hr

Hi my name is Veronica and I am looking for a consistent babysitting job at least one day each week. I’m pretty much available all days on Saturdays so if you need some time for yourself please don’t hesitate to reach out to me! On the weekdays I have availability after 5:00pm. About me: I am an Assistant Director at a child care center! I have 19 years of professional experience in caring for children. The ages I have worked with are infant to school age so I am well verse in age developmental milestones and age appropriate learning. I have also worked as an at home teacher providing care to 3 children. When I'm with children I take care of them as if they were my own. My goal as a sitter, nanny and teacher is to take care of children, help them grow, and to just have fun with them! I am willing to do light housekeeping and meal preparation. If I had to describe myself in five adjectives I would say that I am dependable, honest, hard working, a good listener, and kind. My friends also say I am bubbly and funny!!☺️ I am looking forward to hearing from you soon! Thank you, Veronica

$17–21/hr

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Heather S.

10 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$8–15/hr

Hi. I'm a mother of a 13 year old daughter who loves babies. We live in our country home on outside of Spring Grove. We have two black labs whom are great with children. Our house is smoke free!! No harsh cleaners are used in our home. Lots of natural 0ils and cleaners. We love children and want to give back to another family as our sitter did for many years. We want to provide a safe, loving environment for your little. I do have clearances, background checks and references. I would love to chat more about caring for your most previous gifts.

$8–15/hr

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Makenzie J.

9 years paid experience
8 miles

$15–20/hr

I currently have a 16 month old son and have been working in childcare since I was 18. this includes 3 centers as well as a nanny job that I had for 2 years.

$15–20/hr

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Heidi H.

25 years paid experience
13 miles

$15–25/hr

I have been a nanny for over 20 years. I have a 2 yr degree in Early childhood Education as well as CPR, CNA, and First Aid. I am looking for a part-time position. I can also do date nights. I live in New Freedom, PA close to the MD Line. I am an animal lover. I can supply references. My email is: humphreys3696@comcast.net

$15–25/hr

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Tara A.

7 years paid experience
11 miles

$15–30/hr

Caring for kids has always been something I truly love. I do my best to create a safe, fun, and loving environment where little ones can play, learn, and feel comfortable. I’ve cared for children of all ages — from tiny newborns to busy school-agers — and being a parent myself helps me understand how important trust and reliability are. I’m CPR, BLS, and infant care certified, with a background in healthcare. I also have a clean background check and driving record. Families can count on me to be patient, dependable, and attentive to each child’s unique needs.

$15–30/hr

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Camrynn L.

4 years paid experience
10 miles

$15–100/hr

Hii!! I am located in York Suburban. I went to York Country Day school and I currently am attending Millersville University for Early Childhood Education. I have been working in child care for almost 5 years now. I am going into my Sophomore year in college. Please feel free to message me if you have any questions! I look forward to meeting you🙂

$15–100/hr

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Kelsey F.

5 years paid experience
10 miles

$15–25/hr

Hi my name is Kelsey,I have been a babysitter for over eight years! I really enjoyed being with kids! I’m also pet friendly! I have my background checked and I’m CPR certified!

$15–25/hr

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Kelsie A.

3 years paid experience
14 miles

$20–30/hr

Hello! I love being a caregiver as I love helping others and also because I enjoy watching children experience new things and my favorite thing is watching kids faces light up when they either learn a new skill or do something that they have never done before! From the age 14-16 I help my aunt who ran a babysitting business, for some extra cash on the side after school! Then I was a paid live in nanny for a set of triplets and another daughter from right out of high school for 3 years. I just got out of a job that I was a personal care assistant for a little girl with cerebral palsy. I look forward to meeting you and your little kiddos!!