What is the pay rate for a child care job in 2021?

As of June 2021, the average child care job posted on Care.com pays $13.25 per hour at a national level. This rate may vary depending on where you live, how many kids you need to care for, what your previous child care experience is, any specialized training or certifications you have, and how many hours you will need to work per day or per week.

How can I find a child care job?

You can filter open positions for all child care jobs available in your area and compare them by hourly rate, whether the position is part-time or full-time, how many kids you will need to care for and what the ages of the kids are. You then need to create a profile on Care.com that lists the child care experience you have and what your desired child care job entails. Besides applying to open jobs, the families can also contact you directly about their needs.

How do I prepare for a child care job interview?

To help stand out from the other child care providers a family is interviewing, make sure you have thoroughly reviewed the job description so you can speak directly to the family's needs and anticipate questions they may have. You should arrive a little early and bring extra copies of your resume and the certifications you're earned. Expect the family to ask detailed questions about how you will act in specific situations you will find yourself in while caring for their children. Don't be shy about asking for clarification if you don't understand a question or have questions for the family. It's just as important that you're comfortable working for the family as they are having you work for them.

Can I still find child care jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Many families are using Care.com to find skilled, reliable child care providers to care for their kids. We've recently added an enhancement to the caregiver's profile where you can let families know that you've been without a fever and that no one in your family is sick. This can help start a productive conversation between you and the families that are interested in hiring you because they will know that you're doing what you can to stay healthy. You should familiarize yourself with the latest CDC guidelines for minimizing the risk of catching and spreading COVID-19 before you begin working in anyone's home.

Top 10 Child Care Jobs Near Me - HIRING NOW

One Week Only- Mother's Helper/babysitter For Twins For Vacation

Full Time • $15 – 20/hr • Starts 06/27 • Ocean City, NJ

Hi! I am looking for a mother's helper/babysitter while my family is in ocean city for the week. It would be mostly taking care of my twin 7-month-old boys and taking them to and from the beach for naps/feedings.

Loving Nanny/Mother's Helper Needed For 1 Infant In Scotts Valley

Part Time • $25 – 25/hr • Starts 08/09 • Scotts Valley, CA

Hi! We are Juliette & Michael. I think our friends would say we are friendly & caring. We are expecting our first child (a boy) in late July! Michael works outside the home from about 10-6 & I, Juliette, will stay at home to care for our son & eventually work part time from home. But due to a back injury, I have a very hard time lifting. So we are hoping to find someone friendly, kind, responsible, experienced w/ infants, & willing to do some light housekeeping, who can assist me with lifting our son & other items when I care for him & then watch over him when I am busy or leave the house. In terms of scheduling, we are open to hiring 2 part time nannies to cover the 10-6 times. And we are seeking someone who is vaccinated for Covid or willing to be & is CPR/First Aid trained or willing to be. (We are happy to pay for it). Thank you!

Nanny For Two Loving Boys

Part Time • $13 – 20/hr • Starts 06/19 • Catonsville, MD

Hi, I'm a mom of two loving boys ages 6months and 3yr old. They love to watch Mickey Mouse, go outside, and dance to music. I work in healthcare typically nights and need someone to watch the boys in the am until I get home. They should and normally will be sleep til about 7 a.m. but you never know with kids. The days of work vary but we'll generally need help 2-3 days out of the week. Please let me know if any of you beautiful souls can help. Thank you, Momma of 2

Babysitter Needed For 3 Children In Mount Laurel.

Part Time • $15 – 20/hr • Starts 06/22 • Mount Laurel, NJ

We are looking for a great babysitter for 3 children (2-year-old, 7-month-old twins) in Mount Laurel. We would prefer a nanny who has their own car and who is comfortable with pets. Experience with twins is a plus.

Caring And Energetic Nanny Needed

Full Time • $10 – 16/hr • Starts 06/28 • Smyrna, GA

We are looking for a great nanny for 1 child in Woodstock; someone who is fun, energetic, outgoing and caring. Must be comfortable with dogs.

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Nanny Needed For 1 Child In Victoria

Part Time • $12 – 15/hr • Starts 09/15 • Victoria, MN

Hello! I'm having a hard time finding options for childcare this coming Fall. Details of the job are below. Any leads would be appreciated! We are looking for a nanny Wednesdays and Fridays to start mid-September. We are expecting #3 (a boy) in July and need to find an experienced nanny that also loves dogs. His 2 sisters attend daycare, so the job will be for infant care only. We have 2 friendly golden retrievers, so feeling comfortable with dogs is important. CPR certified preferred. I am self employed, so hours will vary slightly each week depending on when my last client is scheduled. Days will be shorter to start and extend as late Fall/Winter approaches. I am hoping to be off until after Labor Day, but would use occasional care earlier.

Babysitter For My Surgery

One Time • $8 – 17/hr • Starts 06/24 • Middletown, PA

I am getting surgery on June 24th and we have no one to stay with the kids so my husband can be with me. I will not know until the night before about arrival time. My son is 3 with autism. And my daughter is 1.

Nanny Needed For 2 Children In McDonough.

Full Time • $12 – 17/hr • Starts 07/05 • McDonough, GA

We are looking for a great nanny for 2 children in McDonough. We would prefer someone who could help out with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry. We would prefer a nanny who has a car, who does not smoke, who is willing to drive children, and who is comfortable with pets. The main thing u will be doing is just watching the kids while I work my schedule very and I am very flexible

I Have A 10 Year Old Son And Having Issues Finding Work. Need Someone To Watch Him Here And There.

One Time • $13 – 13/hr • Starts 06/29 • Phoenix, AZ

We have uncovered parking for all guests, there is public bus down the road if needed. I have a sweet cat he sleeps most of the time and is free fed. Just need someone to watch the kiddo here and there :)

Childcare For Two On Saturdays

Part Time • $12 – 15/hr • Starts 07/03 • Post Falls, ID

Childcare needed for two kiddos. If interested we would like to setup a time to meet you!

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What is the pay rate for a child care job in 2021?: As of June 2021, the average child care job posted on Care.com pays $13.25 per hour at a national level. This rate may vary depending on where you live, how many kids you need to care for, what your previous child care experience is, any specialized training or certifications you have, and how many hours you will need to work per day or per week.

How can I find a child care job?: You can filter open positions for all child care jobs available in your area and compare them by hourly rate, whether the position is part-time or full-time, how many kids you will need to care for and what the ages of the kids are. You then need to create a profile on Care.com that lists the child care experience you have and what your desired child care job entails. Besides applying to open jobs, the families can also contact you directly about their needs.

How do I prepare for a child care job interview?: To help stand out from the other child care providers a family is interviewing, make sure you have thoroughly reviewed the job description so you can speak directly to the family's needs and anticipate questions they may have. You should arrive a little early and bring extra copies of your resume and the certifications you're earned. Expect the family to ask detailed questions about how you will act in specific situations you will find yourself in while caring for their children. Don't be shy about asking for clarification if you don't understand a question or have questions for the family. It's just as important that you're comfortable working for the family as they are having you work for them.

Can I still find child care jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic?: Many families are using Care.com to find skilled, reliable child care providers to care for their kids. We've recently added an enhancement to the caregiver's profile where you can let families know that you've been without a fever and that no one in your family is sick. This can help start a productive conversation between you and the families that are interested in hiring you because they will know that you're doing what you can to stay healthy. You should familiarize yourself with the latest CDC guidelines for minimizing the risk of catching and spreading COVID-19 before you begin working in anyone's home.

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Nanny Needed For 1 Child In Victoria

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Nanny Needed For 2 Children In McDonough.

I Have A 10 Year Old Son And Having Issues Finding Work. Need Someone To Watch Him Here And There.

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