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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.

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Carolina L.

31 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$15–20/hr

20 years of experience caring for children aged newborn to 11 has given me a deep understanding of their needs. I'm motivated by supporting families and offering dependable care. My approach is patient, creative, and friendly but the same time firm . I enjoy playing outdoor games, board games, and educational activities that foster learning. I communicate with parents using their preferred method, including verbal updates and texts. I'm comfortable following your household rules. I'm also happy to help with meal preparation, carpooling, light housekeeping, travel, and swimming supervision. I am in the process to renew my certified in First Aid Training and CPR Training here NC. I am comfortable caring for more then 1 child. I look forward to bringing my experience and enthusiasm to your family.

$15–20/hr

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Teniqua P.

2 years paid experience
6 miles

$10–15/hr

Looking to watch and take care of your child while you run errands go shopping school pickups or just need a break willing to cook and have fun with your child I love kids I have 2 of my owns and need the extra money

$10–15/hr

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Olivia N.

6 years paid experience
11 miles

$12–25/hr

Hi! My name is Olivia and I am currently a freshman at North Carolina Wesleyan University. I have worked in childcare for my entire life. In terms of a professional setting, I spent over a year working in childcare for the YMCA. With this, I would be watching dozens of children, from ages 3 months-12 years, with 1 or 2 other coworkers. This environment was stressful and chaotic at moments, but I never once doubted my ability to safely care for those children. I would also find and create age-appropriate activities for kids of all ages to allow a fun and exciting environment for everyone. I have much more experience in informal settings, such as babysitting or nannying. Since I was 12 years old I have been babysitting infants and toddlers. Continuing through my adolescence I began to watch children of older ages (up to 14 years old), and gained skills such as; housekeeping, cooking, pet sitting, and much more. In recent years I have taken on a more nanny-like role with a family. In this role, I often watched 4 children for multiple nights. Being the sole caretaker for these children, I was responsible for their meals, homework, bath time, bedtime, and much more. The longest period I have watched children for is a week while the mother was in Florida. This experience is what solidified my full confidence in caring for children over long periods of time. I got each of those kids to school on time everyday that week, kept them fed, and kept them happy, and that is always my goal. Overall, my goal is to provide a safe and healthy environment for any child under my care. Along with ensuring they are having fun with age-appropriate activities that enrich their brain! I cant wait to meet you and your little ones!

$12–25/hr

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Sarah L.

13 years paid experience
12 miles

$18–22/hr

I have 2 children with special needs; they are both autistic and ADHD. I love being a sitter because they are getting older and it is fun to work with younger children. I have multiple years of experience even before becoming a mom. I was first aid and CPR certified at my last job. I would love to work with you and your family!