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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Megan H.

15 years paid experience
10 miles

$10–25/hr

Hello, I am 39 years old. I have been babysitting and a nanny for many years. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education. I have taken care of children from infants to teenagers. I have a lot of experience with infants and toddlers. I love taking care of children and and teaching them as we play!

$10–25/hr

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Emely G.

6 years paid experience
8 miles

$20–30/hr

My name is Emely with 26 years old. I have 6 years experience on child care private nanny. I speak English and Spanish fluent. I have my own transportation and clean driver license. I love to work with kids any age and treat them as my own kids. I love to do art and craft, outdoor activities Etc.

$20–30/hr

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Abigail H.

5 years paid experience
8 miles

$17–20/hr

Hello! I have been working with children for the past four years,I have taught preschool at a daycare and nannied for several families. I am a responsible and trustworthy person who truly enjoys taking care of children.

$17–20/hr

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Morgan B.

4 years paid experience
14 miles

$18–25/hr

Hi, I’m Morgan. I’m 24 and I graduated from Marywood University with a degree in Elementary Education /Special Education. During the year, I work as a Special Education teacher. I have all my clearances which allows me to be active with the school districts and children. I also volunteer my time as a coach for the Olyphant Lions pride squad. References are available upon request.

$18–25/hr

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Morgan A.

10 years paid experience
13 miles

$20–30/hr

Hello! I am a registered nurse at Adventist Healthcare currently working three 12hr shifts a week and seeking additional work. I have CPR certification and all clearances required when working with children. Additionally, I have experience working as a nurse at summer camps last summer. I have a lot of experience with babysitting throughout my high school, college, and post college years. I have experience with children from infancy to middle school age. I consider myself fun, outdoorsy, and love partaking in activities with the children I babysit. I enjoy being outside as much as possible! I have a clean driving record and a reliable 2021 RAV4. **** Located in Rockville, MD. Recently moved here and I can’t change my bio that says Pennsylvania

$20–30/hr

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Jazmine S.

6 years paid experience
5 miles

$15–18/hr

Hello my names Jazmine Santiago Im 25 years old. I’m currently pregnant with my fourth child, my kids ages are 6, 5 and almost 4 so I have a ton of experience with children. I took child care in high school my sophomore and junior year as well. I have my own car with a third row seating so needing to pick up children would be no problem as I would have room for two more. I’ve been a Certified Medical assistant for about almost 4 years with experience in Family Medicine and now working at Mt.Plesant in Scranton for almost 2 years being in Internal Medicine at a doctors office. I also have experience with working in urgent care as well as being certified in CPR. I’d like to further my education in the medical field and being a babysitter would help me be able to go back to school with having a more flexible schedule.

$15–18/hr

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Kaliana C.

1 year paid experience
8 miles

$18–22/hr

I currently work at The Gregory Center for Applied Behavioral Analysis and am in school full time with a social work major. Working with kids all of needs in my passion and i’d love to help out and create a fun and safe place for the child to grow 🫶🏻

$18–22/hr

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Abby F.

0 years paid experience
13 miles

$20–30/hr

Hi, I am an 18 year old who is looking for part time babysitting work in the area this summer. I have years of experience watching my niece, nephew and cousins who are of all ages. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I am also comfortable being around pets, doing light household cleaning, or running errands.

$20–30/hr

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Hannah C.

5 years paid experience
10 miles

$21–30/hr

Hi! I am the eldest of six children, BLS certified, a registered nurse, and have experience working as a camp counselor and nanny. I love kids and would love to opportunity to work with them. Feel free to call or text me at 5703524395 to talk more.

$21–30/hr

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Emma H.

25 years paid experience
6 miles

$20–25/hr

I love spending time with kids of all ages and creating a fun space to explore and learn. Please note that my daughter who is 2 will join me when I babysit