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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.

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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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Myka S.

3 years paid experience
6 miles

$15–100/hr

Hello My name is Myka Schermacher and I am 29. I have worked at 1 daycare and two special needs schools. I have a certificate as an Autism assistant. I am CPR Certifide as of 2023. I would love to work with you! I have 2 years experience with babysitting also! I live in Sheboygan WI!

$15–100/hr

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Jamie B.

Myka is great with our toddler. She plays with him, calms him when he's upset, and he listens to her very well. We have really enjoyed working with her.

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Samantha S.

15 years paid experience
7 miles

$20–30/hr

Currently working in childcare for almost 5 years Experience with newborn-early elementary Strongly Experienced newborn -4 years old I am a mom to one child myself Enjoy being outside and doing art Have a dog and cat myself so open and familiar with animals Able to do basic cleaning, cooking

$20–30/hr

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Santana W.

2 years paid experience
12 miles

$10–17/hr

I have loved kids since as long as I can remember. I don’t currently have any of my own, but maybe one day. I took collage called in high school for early childhood education and also worked in a daycare for almost 2 years. Currently I also work in an assisted living facility and have lots of training with kids and adults of all ages. My wonderful sister is also special needs and I have taken care of her since she was 17. I am an all around outgoing and funny person and love to plan activities, play and gown with your little one(s) .

$10–17/hr

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Taylor T.

1 year paid experience
13 miles

$15–19/hr

I am a soon to be college student working towards a degree in dental, I am 18 years old and have labs had experience in childcare for at least 2 years. I love helping others and love kids! I have my First Aide certification as well as my CPR certification! I am willing to work whenever you need me! I am a hardworker and very organized and willing to work with anyone!

$15–19/hr

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Sarah M.

8 years paid experience
13 miles

$18–25/hr

Hi! I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and I have experience in school settings as a past summer school teacher and as a lead 3's teacher. I love being able to watch kids grow and learn and I find a great joy in knowing that I helped a kid achieve their goals. I have bith CPR and first aid certifications and I also have training in safe sleep, abusive head trauma prevention, SIDs prevention, and shaken baby syndrome prevention. I work great with all pets, ranging from dogs and cats to exotic animals. Im looking for a compassionate and kind family looking to trust me with the most important people in their lives. I hope I can be a great fit!

$18–25/hr

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Marisol S.

3 years paid experience
5 miles

$10–15/hr

Hi my names Mari, I am 22 years old. I am the fourth oldest out of 13 siblings! Since I was 15 I have babysat from ages baby to 9. I adore kids and want to continue my college to become a child therapist. I love all animals and grew up with German shepherds and smaller puppies. I am a reliable, fun, and trustworthy person. I am friendly and love knowing the kids had a fun time!

$10–15/hr

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Megan T.

2 years paid experience
13 miles

$9–15/hr

I have experience working with kids at daycares. I have my assistant childcare teacher certificate and shaken baby syndrome certificate. I love kids. I worked at a daycare for 2 years. I have 9+ years of experience working in childcare.

$9–15/hr

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Adelyne B.

3 years paid experience
6 miles

$15–40/hr

Hello! My name is Adelyne Buchholz, or Addy for short! I am 24 years old and in school for Medical Coding. It's been so fun but I'd love to add some extra fun into my life by babysitting or nannying your kids! I come from a large family so I am familiar with kids of all ages, besides that I've worked at a summer camp in 2022 and 2023, and I've been working in daycare off and on this past school year! I am a cheerful, responsible, and highly attentive person (so if your child likes to talk, I would most definitely love to listen!) Something super important to me when with kids and, honestly, anyone, is that they feel valued, seen, and important to me. My goal would be to leave at the end of the day with their needs are met, the silly (and not so silly) questions answered to the best of my ability, and that they had the most fun possible. **I am happy to run a background check through SitterCity, however I have had background checks done with the state of Wisconsin as a Caregiver that can provide more certainty I believe**

$15–40/hr

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Brady T.

3 years paid experience
7 miles

$10–20/hr

Hello! I’m Brady, a physical education teacher that works with students 3k through 8th grade. I have a passion for working with kids and with a 4 year old at home, I am looking for flexible opportunities to make some money throughout Summer. It is a benefit if my child can tag along, but I can make it work if that is not the case.

$10–20/hr

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Kate K.

10 years paid experience
6 miles

$13–14/hr

Hello! My name is Kate. I noticed that you are looking for a nanny to care for your baby. I have a great amount of experience caring for babies. My style is a caring, patient and nurturing manner. I’d love to talk to you about caring for your little one. Feel free to contact me and ask me any questions about my experience caring for infants. I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you, Kate Kaiser

$13–14/hr

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