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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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Kyra K.

3 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$20–25/hr

Hello, My name is Kyra, I am 22 years old. An interesting fact about me is That I’m bilingual, I know English & American Sign Language. I absolutely adore children & always get along with them! I am very trustworthy & hard working. I have experience handling kids of all ages. I’ve worked at military events taking care of kids , worked in a daycare & babysitting. I also have experience with special needs children. If you have any questions, please send a message.

$20–25/hr

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Breanney T.

2 years paid experience
13 miles

$22–25/hr

I am 19 almost 20 I’ve been babysitting since I was 9 years old and I’ve been nannying for about a year professionally. I love kids and animals. While nannying I took care of triplets so I have experience with working with more than one baby. I am first aid and cpr certified and know more about the knowledge because my moms worked with babies her whole life as well

$22–25/hr

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Isabell M.

0 years paid experience
6 miles

$10–15/hr

I’m new I’ve babysat my little sister my mom sister baby toddler (who’s 2 I believe) I get along with dogs perfectly fine so long as their friends whatever breed I’m free a lot of times aswell, I’m 19 years old

$10–15/hr

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Shelby S.

2 years paid experience
6 miles

$19–35/hr

Hi I’m Shelby and I would love to be able to care for your kids when you can’t! For the past two years I have been babysitting an energetic 5 year old, but due to his parents work schedules changing I now have some free time I’d like to fill.

$19–35/hr

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Tonya S.

10 years paid experience
13 miles

$18–20/hr

Hello, My name is Tonya and I would like to tell you a little about my self. My greatest accomplishment was raising an amazing daughter who is now 19. I have 10+ years of experience in the Medical, Care giving and Early Education fields.I put myself through Medical Assistant school working as a waitress and babysitter. I am trained in First Aid and CPR. I have cared for children of all ages and abilities from main stream to children with both physical, emotional and mental disabilities. I firmly believe that all children deserve to be cared for protected and respected.

$18–20/hr

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Stevie H.

10 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$15–25/hr

Full time phlebotomist available mostly weekends. Have irregular work schedule that changes. I work in health care, have my BLS- first aid and CPR certifications

$15–25/hr

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Zara R.

3 years paid experience
6 miles

$15–18/hr

I have three younger brothers who I have helped watch my whole life. I have also worked at a summer camp as well as a boys and girls club. I hope to become a teacher in the future and want more experience working with kids.

$15–18/hr

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Sydney J.

6 years paid experience
6 miles

$5–15/hr

I currently work at daycare with 2-3 year olds and have worked with kids of various ages for several years. I have my associates degree in elementary education and am working on finishing up my bachelors degree in elementary education. I have passion for working with kids. I love to read, play, and help them learn and grow.

$5–15/hr

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Kate U.

6 years paid experience
13 miles

$18–20/hr

Hello! My name is Kate. I am 26 and work full-time for the state of Washington. I have 8 years of experience babysitting and pet sitting on and off. Because I work full-time, I can only do evenings and weekends, and I would ideally know my schedule in advance. Most of my experience is with kids aged 3-8, but I also have experience with infants and toddlers. I love being with children because they view the world with wonder and excitement. Having a healthy childhood is very important, and I want to be a positive figure in the lives of the children I care for. I enjoy reading, drawing, making crafts, watching TV, solving puzzles, playing board games, and playing outside with kids that I watch. I am used to cooking simple meals, tidying up, and putting kids to bed as needed. I do not mind late nights but would prefer them to be on the weekend. I am always willing to do an over-the-phone or in-person interview.