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The national typical hourly rate in 2024 is $22.50 per hour for nannies. Nanny wages can vary based on years of experience, education level, certifications, and employment status (full-time or live-in). Because nannies typically work on a full-time basis, parents should expect to pay a weekly or monthly salary based on the hourly rate, and may also consider benefits like paid time off and health insurance. Learn more about how to set competitive nanny rates for attracting the best nannies.

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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 do nannies interact with my child?

Nannies 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, nannies on Sittercity can engage them in a nurturing way.

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Lisa A.

2 years paid experience
10 miles

$15–18/hr

Hello a bit about myself is yes, I do enjoy looking after children. Any children really I try my best to get to know them so I can plan fun actives so they will be entertained while their parents are out. I've been looking after children from time to time for the past two years. I am recently graduated from high school but I am experienced.

$15–18/hr

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Joanna J.

2 years paid experience
10 miles

$17–23/hr

I am Joanna almost 20 years old recently moved to kern county live close to Bakersfield city mom of a 6 month old prior to being a mom I work in 2023 for child care program here in kern county and as a baby sitter for aprox 2 years old my experience is mostly in the age range from newborns to 2-3 years old but open to older children my schedule at the moment is open from 6am to 5:00pm the end time can be sorted out if need for me to work later 😊

$17–23/hr

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Natalie S.

7 years paid experience
14 miles

$15–25/hr

Hello, I am currently searching for extra work and am very flexible. Date nights? Weekly? Multiple days? On ocassion? Open to most situations. A little bit about myself first, In 2019 I graduated with my Elementary Education Degree from University of Northern Iowa. I moved to Bakersfield California late 2020 working many nanny gigs due to covid preventing children to attend school in person. During my time in Bakersfield I had also worked as an aide in a kindergarten classroom. This is one of many in classroom experiences I have as well as working summer camps, being on site supervisor for afterschool programs, and the many nanny gigs inbetween with kids ranging anywhere from infant to junior high school. I have recently moved back to the quad cities and am now searching for jobs in my hometown area as I am back and eager to work. I try to always work with a positive attitude and believe being hands on with a child is the best approach to build those positive connections through childs interest of games, activities, crafts, or whatever it may be to fit their needs. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to see if I make a good fit for your family!