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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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Rachel D.

10 years paid experience
10 miles

$8–20/hr

Well I love children of all ages but my absolute favorite are infants and toddlers. They grow so fast and are so amazing to entertain and teach! I love the outdoors and walks with my family's children, I also love arts and crafts, I'm not big on TV and video games. I also have experience with special needs children and find that so rewarding and amazing as well.

$8–20/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Meryl S.

Rachel is an amazing person and provides excellent care to our 3 children and our dog Lady! I never worry when I leave my children with Rachel and she always exceeds my expectations! My children have an awesome time with her and always ask when Miss Rachel is coming again :)

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Morgan P.

2 years paid experience
14 miles

$5–10/hr

I have about 7 years experience babysitting with only 2 of them being paid. I have watched children in individuals homes as well as social functions. I havd watched children ranging in ages from infant to pre teen. I have experience teaching sunday school at my church and watching the kids in the nursery during the service. I am friendly, reliable, honest and caring. This will give me an opportunity to enhance my skills in my major of psychology

$5–10/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Amber S.

Morgan worked a group childcare event for our company and did great onsite! She was wonderful with the children and even came in early when needed. She was wonderful with one-on-one and group interactions and we will definitely contact her for our future events!

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Heather J.

22 years paid experience
11 miles

$15–25/hr

Hello! I have been providing care to children for over 20 years. I have worked as a group supervisor at a group day care home, an infant teacher at a learning center and also have provided care from my own home. I am infant cpr certfied.Fire safety and pediatric first aid certified.I have all clearances in hand and have excellent references. Please feel free to contact me if you would like to learn more. I enjoy reading, singing and dancing with children and also do arts and crafts for appropriate ages.

$15–25/hr

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Lea D.

4 years paid experience
13 miles

$20–25/hr

Hi I’m Lea! I’m 22 years old and have worked in a childcare facility for three years working mainly with 1 year olds. Before that I was both a nanny and babysitter for a lot of different age kids ranging from 8 months to six year olds.

$20–25/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Jessica L.

Lea watched my kids (2 and 4) when we were in a bind with after school care. She was responsible, reliable, attentive, showed up on time, and my kids loved her. I will definitely use her again.

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Almira K.

1 year paid experience
12 miles

$15–20/hr

Hello! My name is Almira. I am 23 years old and I recently graduated from Virginia Tech with a Bachelor’s in Architecture. When I was in high school I worked at Goldfish Swim school for 2 years as a swim instructor for kids of all ages. I also worked at Dots and Doodles for a little over 2 years. I enjoy anything that involves being creative whether that be crafts, painting, or everything in between! I will be in the Pittsburgh/Wexford area from May-August. My availability will only be weekends due to my internship and possibly weekday evenings.

$15–20/hr

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Izzebella A.

5 years paid experience
15 miles

$17–25/hr

Hello! I'm 21, love working with kids, and have over 720 hours of experience. I believe in creating a fun and engaging atmosphere. I’m skilled at assisting with homework, light cleaning, time management and patience. I'm also CPR, AED, and BLS certified, I'm a high school grad with some college experience. I have a car, adore pets, and can confidently care for 2-3 kids.

$17–25/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Devin H.

Izzebella did a great job caring for our 8 month old! She arrived right on time, came prepared, and asked good questions to make sure she understood our routine. We would hire her again and recommend her to others

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Lauren M.

0 years paid experience
8 miles

$10–15/hr

I have experience working with handicapped disabled people in the past. I worked at a private group home with 4 clients. Some of my tasks included cooking, cleaning, passing medication, and assisting with showers. Also I have personal care home experience as well. I am CPR certified and first aid certified

$10–15/hr

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Jonathan P.

4 years paid experience
12 miles

$20–24/hr

Hi, my name is Jonny. I am looking for babysitting work this summer as well as evenings and weekends during the upcoming school year. I currently work as a personal care assistant at an elementary school in Fox Chapel School District. I have past experiences ranging from hosting children’s birthday parties, teaching children’s swim lessons, and babysitting through other online services. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have relatively flexible and open availability this summer. I am able to drive to any activities your children participate in and help in any way that I can around the house.

$20–24/hr

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Misty C.

19 years paid experience
11 miles

$23–35/hr

i have my first aide and cpr, i have taken care of multiple kids at once. i’m honest and outgoing and would love to help a family out, i worked in a daycare where i watched infants to school age

$23–35/hr

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Sirley O.

3 years paid experience
6 miles

$18–22/hr

Hi! I’m from Colombia and I speak both Spanish and English. I’m currently taking care of two wonderful kids, and I truly enjoy spending time with them. I love cooking, reading, and running — and I always try to bring that same energy and creativity when caring for children. I have solid experience in childcare and I’m certified in CPR and First Aid, so safety is always my top priority. I also have driving experience in the U.S., which allows me to help with school pick-ups, activities, or errands when needed. I love working with kids because they teach me something new every day, and I enjoy helping them grow, learn, and have fun. If you’d like to know more about me, please feel free to send me a message — I’d love to chat!