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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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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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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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Racheal W.

31 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$18–20/hr

I've been babysitting since I was 11 years old. Well, that's when I started getting paid. The 90's were a little different! I love working with children no matter their medical or familial situations. Children are our future. I love teaching & learning from them as well. I used to run an at home daycare decades ago & loved creating lesson plans. I worked with children who were homeschooled & helped the ones that weren't with their homework, all ages. I was a medic in the Army & work well in hectic, crisis, & calming situations. My training taught me to be calm in the storm, to react fast to situations that happen, & approach each situation tailored to family beliefs & the child's personality. I do believe in positivity & maintaining a healthy mental status for children. I do love working with parents & learning their parent style. I respect each family's way of choosing to raise their children & never plan to overstep. I look forward to working with whoever chooses me. Thank you for reading.

$18–20/hr

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Avril V.

45 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$18–20/hr

I have long experience in childcare: 1. Babysat children aged infant - 12 years old from the time I was 15years old. 2. Nannied for little girl from 3 months to 3 years old (have written reference for this). 3. Worked in a children's home. 4. Former Kindergarten teacher with graduate qualification in early childhood education. I love babies and toddlers! I am also a published children's author, published by Penguin Random House.

$18–20/hr

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Stacey C.

5 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$20–35/hr

Hello my name is Stacey I am 38 yrs old. I have a little farm in sequim and was a professional animal trainer for 20 years while also being a nanny for several families here in WA. I am an avid hiker and love outdoor activities. I find great joy in sharing my love of the outdoors with my nieces and nephews. Building forts , coloring, baking are great calming activities after a fun day or exploring outdoors. For my previous families I would grocery shop, make dinner, taking the children to/from school and activities. I also trained one families dog and pet sat for 2 of the families when they went out of town. I look forward to hearing from you and learning more about what your family needs for care. Thank you, Stacey