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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.

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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.

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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Luckie X.

0 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$15–20/hr

I’m an extroverted and social sitter! As someone who comes from a larger family, babysitting was a must. In high school I used to volunteer to teach younger girls how to dance. This had sparked the love for working with kids! Though with no “actual” experience I felt this seemed like a good part-time gig. That being said I’d be happy to connect with kids and have fun with any personality.

$15–20/hr

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Noelle B.

2 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$15–15/hr

Hello, my name is Noelle. I currently work as a NICU nurse and am looking to babysit occasionally, preferably at my house (which is pet friendly). I am CPR certified and have four children of my own. I have had experience in the past babysitting infant to 12 years old.

$15–15/hr

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Amanda L.

30 years paid experience
7 miles

$12–25/hr

I started babysitting at the age of 9 years old and when I was 12 I took the babysitting course. Once I graduated high school I worked at a daycare center for a year and a half and then I got another full-time job and ended up watching my cousin’s kiddos after my full-time job for a few hours every night. In the meantime I ended up getting married to my husband (just celebrated 16 years in July) and went through years of infertility until we finally decided to adopt our 2 kiddos…our son is now 11 & our daughter is now 9. After my son was born I ended up being a stay at home mom and did childcare out of my house for the last 11 years.

$12–25/hr

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Julia I.

5 years paid experience
5 miles

$14–20/hr

Hello! My name is Julia. I am a 24 year old with no kids. I am looking to start a career in psychology and trying to find a starting position. I have child care experience and experience with elderly. I am hoping to find a job that combines my goal with my current experience. With that being said, I am looking for a behavioral health position in childcare or adult. I am a very intuitive, understanding, and patient person. If this sounds like a good fit I look forward to hearing from you.

$14–20/hr

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Amy R.

20 years paid experience
7 miles

$12–15/hr

I am a mother of 3 school age boys and am looking forward to caring for your newborn while my boys are at school. I have been caring for children since I was a teenager and have experience caring for twins.

$12–15/hr

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Brittany B.

17 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$13–15/hr

Hi There! I'm Brittany. I've been caring for children for 17 years. I love watching them grow and nurturing their development. I'm very interested in child development, I've taken several classes. I've worked for quite a few families and have had many experiences with children. I love reading and making crafts. I'm responsible, hard working, and always on time. I look forward to meeting you and your family!

$13–15/hr

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Debsy H.

35 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$16–30/hr

I am a mature experienced nanny that brings together an educational environment and fun. I have years of experience as a teacher. I also have a Bachelors degree in Psychology which comes in quite handy when dealing with children and their individualism. I am good in the kitchen and make kid friendly, nutritious meals and snacks. I am a level 14 on The Registry of Wisconsin and have child/Infant/Adult CPR, First Aid and AED. I am also fully vaccinated and boosted. I am availability Monday through Fridays daytime hours. No nights and no weekends.

$16–30/hr

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Miranda S.

25 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$15–25/hr

I have been babysitting/nannying for 25+ years. I have one adult child and one 9 year old of my own. I've been helping families out during the summer and in my spare time for many years.

$15–25/hr

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Briana B.

5 years paid experience
7 miles

$15–20/hr

Hi there! As a STAHM, I'm looking to earn some extra money by watching kids in my home. I have plenty of toys and open space, im pretty crafty and love going outside so we would stay busy. My 4-month-old and I would love to have some playmates over! I also have 3 friendly cats. Let me know if you need any help with childcare!

$15–20/hr

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Sienna M.

2 years paid experience
11 miles

$15–25/hr

I love being a sitter because it's super rewarding to watch them learn and grow while you're helping them out. Plus, every day is different and you get to be creative with activities and games. I've had the chance to babysit for two different families before, which has been an incredible experience. With both families, I looked after their daughters both around 6-7 years old after school, creating fun art projects and outdoor games to keep them entertained. Also, I'm CPR certified and staff at Greenville Middle School until 2 PM every day, so I'm constantly around kids and know how to handle different situations.