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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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The best way to find nannies near you is to post a job detailing your needs on Sittercity, which will be shared with our community of available nannies. We'll notify you when nannies 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 nannies near you to provide the best care for your child, either in-home or virtually. Nannies can help families with managing strict schedules, transportation to activities, homework help, household duties, 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 nannies.

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Families find trustworthy nannies on Sittercity who are passionate about providing safe and enriching care for their children. Many nannies report they are First Aid and CPR certified to provide the best care for your family. 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. Nannies go through an identity verification process with Berbix when registering an account. Some additional safety measures include Family Watchdog screening, nanny reviews, and secure messaging.

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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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Tiffany P.

20 years paid experience
5 miles

$21–47/hr

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$21–47/hr

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5.0

ANNA LIZA W.

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Sam I.

2 years paid experience
3 miles

$10–20/hr

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$10–20/hr

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5.0

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Tiffanyyaya P.

5 years paid experience
5 miles

$17–20/hr

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$17–20/hr

Recent review:

4.0

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Rajathnannysitter K.

5 years paid experience
3 miles

$25–30/hr

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$25–30/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Tiffany T.

Great sitter, highly recommend! We’ve had a really great experience with our babysitter and wanted to leave a quick review. From the start, the sitter was friendly, easy to talk to, and just felt very natural around our child, which made the whole process a lot less stressful for us. Our kid warmed up to them right away, which doesn’t always happen, so that was a big plus. She actually spends time playing, doing activities, and keeping things fun rather than just “watching,” which we really appreciate. We’d often come home to stories about games they played or things they made together. She’s also been very reliable and on time, which makes a big difference for us. Communication has been smooth overall, she keeps us in the loop when needed and is easy to reach. Overall, we’ve been really happy and would definitely recommend her to other families looking for someone dependable and good with kids.

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Martha 11 S.

0 years paid experience
3 miles

$10–11/hr

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$10–11/hr

Recent review:

4.0

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Martha 5 S.

2 years paid experience
3 miles

$10–11/hr

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$10–11/hr

Recent review:

4.0

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Homer S.

5 years paid experience
5 miles

$20–24/hr

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$20–24/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Tiffanycorporate P.

great sitter, would definitely hire again

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Sarala K.

2 years paid experience
3 miles

$20–40/hr

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$20–40/hr

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11 years paid experience
13 miles

$11–12/hr

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$11–12/hr

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5.0

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Camallprofile D.

12 years paid experience
4 miles

$20–25/hr

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