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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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Heather J.

22 years paid experience
8 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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Jacinda F.

3 years paid experience
12 miles

$15–25/hr

Hello everyone! I am a sitter with a passion for working with children of all ages. I have worked with children as young as 6 week to 13 years old. I enjoy helping children to meet evolving milestones and accomplish their goals. I have worked in childcare facilities for 3 years now though had much experience babysitting family and friends before that. I can help with many needs such as diapering, meal prep, house chores, and more! I am CPR/First Aid certified as well as have my background clearances. Feel free to reach out with any questions!

$15–25/hr

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Jennifer B.

5 years paid experience
14 miles

$18–22/hr

Hi my name is Jenny . I have recently nannied for a 3 year old girl since the age of 10 months. It has now become part-time not full time . My duties included feeding,dressing , bathing and interacting with the child on a daily basis. I also do all of the children’s laundry and anything else that she may need I am responsible for . I have no problem with cats or dogs as long as they are friendly . I have 2 grown boys 20 and 32 Please contact if interested 724 448 8775 references and clearances upon request I also have current dtap tb and flu shots Thank you Email is jbelli2000@gmail.com

$18–22/hr

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Taylor N.

5 years paid experience
12 miles

$15–25/hr

Hello there! My name is Taylor, and I am a recent 2019 college graduate from Clarion University of Pennsylvania, where I majored in Early Childhood Education. Simce then, I have been fortunage enough to sjbstitute in various districts, teach a preschool class of my own, and have more recently been employed by the Butler Area Scho District for the 2021-22 school year. I look forward to helping you and your family in any summer nannying/childcare needs!

$15–25/hr

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Kayla H.

10 years paid experience
8 miles

$12–50/hr

I have been working with children for 8 years! I have my own vehicle and I am reliable. I would love to work with your family and I hope to hear from you soon.

$12–50/hr

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Kathy F.

15 years paid experience
8 miles

$20–30/hr

Being a childcare provider is a rewarding experience for me and I strive to provide all the support children need as they grow and develop in all aspects of their lives. From infant to preschool ages providing childcare allows me to be active and keeps me learning, too. I provide gentle and consistent guidance so kids can explore and experience the world safely. There is not one part of a child's life that is more important than another: creating positive social experiences, supporting emotional development, providing age appropriate cognitive challenges, encouraging creativity, and reinforcing self-help skills. That all sounds very formal but all it really means is I encourage (and will join in) all types of play! I take my cues from what your child likes to do. I listen to parents also and work to ensure the child has the consistency he/she needs. My experience in childcare comes from raising my two now grown children (one with special needs), working as a special education paraprofessional for 12 years, and 4 years of childcare in a daycare setting and in private homes. I have a bachelors degree from Penn State and completed some early and elementary education courses. As a paraprofessional I led small group instruction and adapted and implemented lesson plans. I teach Sunday School and provide childcare during church activities. I have current required clearances. In my spare time I enjoy hiking, biking, music, crafts, movies, and some gardening.

$20–30/hr

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Lindsay G.

15 years paid experience
9 miles

$10–15/hr

Hi! My name is Lindsay Giallombardo. I have experience with ages newborn - 12+ years. I have worked for Daycare centers, babysat for a family, taught Sunday school at my church and was a preschool teacher for Head Start. I'm currently a stay at home mom with my children who are 2, 6 and 10. We live in Sarver. I look forward to hearing from you!

$10–15/hr

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Jessica R.

16 years paid experience
11 miles

$12–20/hr

As a high school student, I had a full time babysitting job after school. I also worked in a child care center as a lead toddler teacher for over 3 years. I have worked as a nanny for the past 11 years. I am currently looking for a steady babysitting position with a warm, loving family that I look forward to staying with long term. I have my clearances, references, CPR/first aid certifications, as well as some college credits toward a degree in early childhood education.

$12–20/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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Chloe W.

6 years paid experience
4 miles

$18–25/hr

I am the oldest kid in my family and I have a lot of younger cousins. I have been around young kids my whole life and I have always loved it. I have babysat for several different families over the past 6 years.