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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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Laura W.

0 years paid experience
14 miles

$18–20/hr

Hello! My name is Laura, I am the oldest of 4! I’m 24 and starting nursing school later in the year! I love kids! I can sing and paint and do any and every thing your child wants! I can help with homework, bedtime, and even play time!

$18–20/hr

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Kaiya G.

5 years paid experience
14 miles

$17–21/hr

I love Deanna sitter because when I was a child, I always had a sitter or a nanny and it was one of the best times in my life. I have experience in church, families, friend, families, and family and taking care of their kids while they’re at work or on dates. I am very good at communication patients listening, and I don’t mind playing in the dirt if I have to

$17–21/hr

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Raven T.

0 years paid experience
14 miles

$10–22/hr

I am a fun, kind person with a love for helping children and parents alike. I have years of experience taking care of children as I’ve done so for family and friends, on top of having a 3 year old myself. I am cpr certified, and am comfortable with kids from newborn to 10 years old. I can work with pets, and am willing to do housework along with a lot of other things!

$10–22/hr

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Meaghan B.

3 years paid experience
14 miles

$20–30/hr

My name is Meaghan Brock! I am a freshman at Lee University. I study business management and finance. My classes start at 9 and end at 1 Monday-Friday. I am willing to work around those when needed. I am a substitute teacher for all daycares in Rhea County. I spent a year Volunteering at Little Eagles inside of Rhea County High School. I have all of the important safety certifications needed to care for children! I also have experience helping care for seniors! I am patient and I love caring for people and teaching them. My father has a terminal illness called CADISIL. This causes him to have strokes almost daily. I care for him when my mom needs help. I used to babysit for a family with a special needs daughter. They also had two other children under my care. They became my best little buddies! They are now old enough to care for themselves. I would love to work for anyone who can communicate with me. I love knowing rules that each family sets.

$20–30/hr

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Carissa B.

8 years paid experience
14 miles

$18–22/hr

I am a senior nursing major going into the specialty of mom baby nursing. I have 8 years of childcare experience including babysitting and church childcare. I also worked at the YMCA summer camp for 2 years. I love babysitting and enjoy coming up with activities for the kids! I also help with cleaning and homework!

$18–22/hr

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Kate marie P.

9 years paid experience
14 miles

$20–30/hr

My name is Kate Marie Powell and I am a recent college grad from Lee University with a degree in Psychology. I have been babysitting since I was about 13 years old and have absolutely loved it ever since. I have worked with almost all ages and have had lots of experience through families from school, church, and working as a counselor at summer camps. I am a very dependable and playful babysitter. I am more than happy to help with anything around the house, meal prep, homework, running errands, and pet care. I look forward to connecting with you!

$20–30/hr

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Mary-faith V.

10 years paid experience
14 miles

$15–25/hr

Hey y’all! My name is Mary-Faith and I am twenty-seven years old. I was born and raised in New York and came down to Cleveland to attend Lee where I graduated with a psychology degree. I also played women’s rugby there for five years! I have years of childcare experience, and have five nieces of my own. I love children and I also love cleaning so put me to work! I am available anytime any day and can start as soon as needed! I hope to be able to help someone and their family out❤️

$15–25/hr

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Brianna R.

4 years paid experience
14 miles

$14–22/hr

I absolutely love children. I think they are precious and God’s perfect gift. I love playing with small children and seeing them laugh. I used to watch my baby cousin who is now almost six years old. He has Down syndrome. When he came home from the hospital he instantly became my baby. I learned how to feed him through his g-tube, change his diapers, give him medication, give him baths, make his bottles when he was an infant, put him to sleep, etc. I am good at learning things fast. With my baby cousin I had to learn how to be gentle, especially when holding him around his stomach, and I had to learn how to take care of a special needs child. I have also watched other children on some instances.