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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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Anna S.

8 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$20–25/hr

Hi There! My name is Anna and I am interested in doing a bit of babysitting/ nannying for you and your family! I have had 15 years experience in babysitting/ nannying and feel very comfortable taking care of children of all ages. If you are interested feel free to contact me and I am more than willing to share a bit about myself, my references, resume, and background check.! Thanks and God bless!

$20–25/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Caitlin G.

We hired Anna to watch our two children (2 and 5) while we were in town for a wedding. She was wonderful! The kids had a lot of fun and loved spending time with her. We felt like our kids were in great hands and were able to enjoy the wedding festivities.

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Kiauna A.

7 years paid experience
10 miles

$15–19/hr

Hey!! I’m Kiauna! I’m 18 and a full time college student. I love watching kids. It has always been a passion of mine. Some of my favorite things include Grey's Anatomy, Station 19, Criminal minds, Dolphins and hanging out with my friends.

$15–19/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Stanton R.

Kiauna is kind and caring with our newborn. She engages with age appropriate activities and communicates well. Happy we found her!!

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Lerice B.

8 years paid experience
11 miles

$10–20/hr

I have a master's in social work with emphasis in children. Previous jobs include counseling kids, working in a day care, and volunteering as a mentor to freshman students in college.

$10–20/hr

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Hannah R.

10 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$10–15/hr

I am 21 years old! I’m a CNA, but I love watching kids!! I’m very outgoing and fun to be around. Im also very reliable and trustworthy! Caring for others is my specialty. It’s something I absolutely love to do besides spend time with family and my boyfriend. I love pets!

$10–15/hr

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Paula R.

0 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$22–35/hr

I am a semi-retired registered nurse seeking new employment opportunities. I have raised 3 children; 33, 31, and 29 all leading purposeful lives in various parts of the United States. I have a master's degree in physical education and also work with sports injuries. I enjoy singing silly songs, dancing, physical fitness, art work and baking cookies. Physically, I am in great shape and exercise 5-7 days weekly. I am seeking new and creative opportunities as I segue from nursing.

$22–35/hr

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Tamiyah B.

9 years paid experience
11 miles

$12–23/hr

Hey everyone my name is Tamiyah I am 18yrs old, and i have been in the child care field for about 9 years. First starting out with watching my siblings at a young age. Then moving up to daycares and camp counseling while also doing house calls. Watching children is something that i enjoy. I am also going to college to be a nurse in the pediatric field. I also work around everyone’s budget because i know how hard families are working to make a living and supporting themselves and their families in the best way they can. If you guys are interested in knowing more about me and even hiring me, reach out to me and we can talk. Have a good day fam!💗

$12–23/hr

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Jillie C.

4 years paid experience
14 miles

$23–30/hr

Hi! I’m Jillie, a CPR & First Aid certified preschool teacher! I’m outgoing, responsible, and love working with kids. I’m very comfortable with pets and have a reliable car, or I’m happy to use yours. Looking for evening/night or weekend sitting! I work 9:30–5:30, so I’m unavailable during those hours.

$23–30/hr

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Katie H.

10 years paid experience
11 miles

$24–27/hr

I recently moved to Nashville in August and am getting my Masters of Nursing at Vanderbilt and hope to become a pediatric intensive care unit nurse. I love children, been babysitting consistently since I was 12. Worked as a teen hiking guide with 11/12 year olds and 15/16 year olds. Nannied 2 year-old twins and mixed sibling ages!

$24–27/hr

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Brittany W.

15 years paid experience
14 miles

$26–30/hr

Hello, my name is Brittany Woodruff and I would love to interview for this position. I have been employed as a full time caregiver for over ten years. I have extensive experience caring for children ranging from newborn to elementary school age. I hold a degree in elementary education and I was employed as a teacher prior to becoming a nanny. While employed as an educator, I taught multiple grade levels in both the general education classroom and autistic classroom. I also worked as a lead teacher at a daycare facility. I am a mother of five beautiful children, ranging from seven years old to eighteen years old. Children are my passion and I love helping them learn and grow. I have spent a large portion of my life working with children in various capacities (teacher, mentor, caretaker, tutor, coach and swim instructor). It is my belief that reading and being outdoors are key components in a child's development and I strive to provide those experiences to the families I work for. I enjoy taking children on outings to parks and libraries and I love to play sports and games with them. I also like arts and crafts. I am happy to do any chores that your family requests. Anything to make your day a bit less challenging. I am a military spouse. My family just recently relocated to Crofton, Maryland. I have all of my clearances and references available upon your request. I have a clean driving record, Covid vaccinated and I am CPR certified. Please feel free to contact me if you are interested. I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you, Brittany Woodruff 724-719-4726

$26–30/hr

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Madison K.

7 years paid experience
11 miles

$15–25/hr

Hello, My name is Maddie I have watching kids for around 9 years now. I'm willing to pick up around the house do dishes and laundry when needed. I'm the oldest sibling I have 3 siblings the youngest one being 10 and lots of cousins. I have watched each and everyone of those kids. Also I am CPR certified. My current work place is Bison Beginnings early learning center. My prior work experiences are sailfish splash water park, and a summer camp counselor working with the youngest group which was 2-4 year old's. Thank you for your time and I'm looking forward to hear back from you