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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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Morgan B.

6 years paid experience
14 miles

$15–17/hr

Hello! I'm an energetic loving child caretaker that wants to build connections and create everlasting memories with children. I offer strong communication skills, compassion, safe environment, and unconditional love. Some strengths that I have would be my determination, energy, positive attitude and creative thinking. Hoping to find a family that I can spend time with and be apart of. I have an ample amount of experience working in the childcare industry , I've been a part and full time nanny to three different families. I've also worked as a live in nanny for 6 months in the beautiful city of Los Angeles! I am currently working as a preschool teacher (started Aug 2021) and will be leaving at the end of May to teach english and provide culture exchange for a family in Italy, I will be returning from Italy mid August and am hoping to get back into nannying and start focusing on furthering my education( CDA, cooking classes, and CCP)

$15–17/hr

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Vanessa C.

4 years paid experience
9 miles

$12–15/hr

I’m a retired Air Force veteran and a mother of 3. My kids are older now. I love kids and enjoy taking care of them and their needs. Kids bring out the best of me. I am a natural caregiver. I hope to have my own bakery business at home soon.

$12–15/hr

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Carol C.

22 years paid experience
9 miles

$18–25/hr

I have 20+ years experience caring for ages newborn to preteen. I have a love for children and enjoy being a positive role model in their lives and that is why I have chosen being a nanny as my career. I am very dependable, energetic and a self starter. Hope to hear from you soon. Carol

$18–25/hr

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Diane P.

40 years paid experience
14 miles

$15–20/hr

Hello! I have worked in child care over 40 years. I have worked as a nanny and in child care centers. Working in centers, we have background checks, physicals, TB tests, CPR and First Aid Training, safe sleep and continuing child education. I am currently still working in a child care center but am looking for some babysitting opportunities. I have worked with all age groups but love infants and toddlers. I would love to hear from you. Diane

$15–20/hr

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Ixtlali D.

2 years paid experience
15 miles

$18–25/hr

Hello! My name is Angelique and I absolutely o adore children! From 02/22-05/23, I nannied/ babysat full time for 4 different families which consisted of 7 kids in total. In my 2 years of child care I have taken care of 13 children in total with the age range of 3 months- 8 years old. I am really big on manners, education, and accelerating in development progress! Ilove to do arts and crafts, incorporate food into activities, and the outdoors! I am open to running errands, grocery shopping, meal prepping, chores, pet care, etc! I currently am a date night babysitter for 2 families and give morning care for 1 family on a daily basis. I am looking to give child care in the evenings after 5 and/ or be a date night babysitter.

$18–25/hr

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Jamila H.

13 years paid experience
15 miles

$20–26/hr

Hello everyone, my name is Jamila. I’m a 26 year old Mom of one special boy who has ASD. My personality is very loving, warm and whimsical and I can be a bit of a comedian at times. I have 13 years of paid experience with kids. My grandma has had her home based daycare since I was eight years old, so childcare has always been a part of my life. I find that kids bring about a certain whimsical energy that I love to the job. I am of course first aid and CPR certified. I’ve worked with kids ranging from ages six weeks to 10 years old so I feel that’s what I’m most comfortable with. I’d love to build a healthy trustworthy, fun, safe and reliable connection with my future kiddos.

$20–26/hr

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