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Factors that may impact the pay rate

There are several factors you should expect to impact the rate of pay. Once you've figured out the basic pay rate, see the following information to help you adjust the rate as needed.

Amount of childcare

Do you need a caregiver full time, part time, or just for occasional help?
If it's part-time, is it for the same days and times each week?
Is the job during the week, on weekends or some of each?

Location

Major metropolitan areas tend to have higher childcare rates than rural areas.
Suburbs can also have much higher sitting rates than rural areas, especially if they serve a large commuter population and are near a major city.

Number of children

Keeping an eye on 1 child is a lot different than watching 2 or 3 or more kids. Pay should reflect this. Your babysitter or nanny needs to control a larger group, deal with kids interacting with each other, and be more aware of group dynamics than if they're watching 1 child.

Additional responsibilities

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Basic tidying up and getting the kids a snack are usually included in your basic rate - just be sure your childcare knows what your expectations are.

Transportation

Is your babysitter or nanny required to drive the kids all over town for lessons or play dates? Is she using your car or hers?
If she's using her car, you'll want to offer extra compensation for the gas she uses while driving the kids. If she using your car be sure you provide her with gas money if the tank needs filling. Some families offer their childcare mileage compensation if she's commuting a long distance.

Experience

Experienced child carers get paid more than those with less experience. Paying more for experience can get you a sitter or nanny who can better meet your child care needs--and you get peace of mind too.

Qualifications

If you have a newborn or twins (or triplets!), you'll want someone who has specific experience to match your needs. Expect to pay more per hour than the basic rate in your local area. It's worth it.

Veronica D. (1) Featured

Childcare — Westmere 1022

Westmere 1022

5 years experience

I have raised 2 teenaged daughters. I live in a very central Auckland location. …+

$25-$50 per hour

5 years experience

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Nicole M. (1)

Childcare — Albany 0632

Albany 0632

1 year's experience

Worked with babies from 6 months plus. Have ben working with children on and off the last few years. My passion is with the under five year olds. I love working and caring with this age group. …+

$15-$50 per hour

1 year experience

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2 Verifications

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Julia D. (1)

Childcare — Birkenhead 2010

Birkenhead 2010

4 years experience

I am a young, enthusiastic, positive person who loves being around children. I have babysat for more than four years and often care for my nieces. I have done my first aid training and can also cook and clean, as well as being generally handy around the house. I love doing activities like going to the park or doing crafts on a rainy day, and would love to help you out and keep your children entertained! I’m currently in my second year at university studying midwifery therefore I especially love babies! …+

$15-$50 per hour

4 years experience

(1)

3 Verifications

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Pip B. (1)

Childcare — Browns Bay 0630

Browns Bay 0630

10+ years experience

Hi there I am an energetic, mature woman looking for new challenges in an area and environment which I am passionate about and believe I can contribute too. I am 100% passionate about children and their well being. I believe children are precious gifts, they deserve the best care and my previous work experience has accumulated the skills necessary to keep them happy, content and provide a positive thriving environment. I have spent 10 years in the education sector teaching primary school children from the age of 5 to 10 and I have also been a homestay Mum for International and National ski athletes during the New Zealand ski season. My personal attributes include excellent organisation skills, easily adaptable and flexible, emotionally mature and I'm 100% reliable and dependable. All skills necessary to take care of little children and the household jobs/challenges that contribute to supporting them. I would love the opportunity to contribute to your family. Thank you for your time Pip B. …+

$20-$50 per hour

10+ years experience

(1)

1 Verification

Imogen J. (1)

Childcare — Kelburn 6021

Kelburn 6021

1 year's experience

Hello there! I'm Imogen, a first-year university student with a good head on her shoulders. I've been lucky enough to work with two families in the past. One was regular babysitting job with a six-year-old girl and her two-year-old sister, roughly 10-20 hours a week of bedtime routines, trips to the park and library adventures! The second was an au pairing position in China, where I lived for three months with a family teaching English to a four-year-old girl. Feel free to get in touch with any questions you might have. …+

$15-$50 per hour

1 year experience

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