Childcare Worker vs Nanny
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Pay
Childcare Worker
$36,400 typical, a year
Most Childcare Workers earn $33,300 to $41,600 a year.
From 1,105 postings that list pay
4,164 open jobs now
Nanny
$78,000 typical, a year
Most Nannies earn $62,100 to $88,400 a year.
From 90 postings that list pay
146 open jobs now
Nannies typically earn about $41,600 more a year than Childcare Workers.
What each one does
Childcare Worker
- Supervise children at all times to ensure a safe environment.
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Maintain a clean and organized space for children to play.
- Communicate regularly with parents about their child's progress.
- Follow all safety policies and procedures at all times.
- Assist with daily routines like feeding and hygiene.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Nanny
- Provide attentive care for the children.
- Prepare healthy meals and snacks for the children.
- Maintain consistent daily routines for the children.
- Drive children to activities and appointments.
- Handle children’s laundry and keep spaces organized.
- Plan engaging activities that encourage development.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Skills employers ask for
Childcare Worker
Asked for in both
- First Aid Methods 1 in 10 postings
More common in Childcare Worker postings
- Early Childhood Education 3 in 10 postings
- Child Development 1 in 10 postings
- Infant and Toddler Care 1 in 10 postings
- Pediatric CPR 1 in 10 postings
- Youth Development 1 in 15 postings
- Emergency Procedures 1 in 15 postings
Nanny
Asked for in both
- First Aid Methods 1 in 15 postings
More common in Nanny postings
- Nanny 8 in 10 postings
- Driving Record 1 in 10 postings
- Babysitting 1 in 10 postings
- Laundry Services 1 in 20 postings
- English 1 in 20 postings
- Immunizations 1 in 20 postings
- Potty Training 1 in 20 postings
Out of each role's current postings.
Licenses and certifications
Childcare Worker
- CPR Certification 3 in 10 postings
- Child Development Associate 1 in 10 postings
Nanny
- CPR Certification 2 in 10 postings
- Driver's License 2 in 10 postings
Open jobs
Childcare Worker
Youth Development Professional - Port Edwards Afterschool Staff
Wisconsinrapidschamber$12 - $14/hr Employer statedWisconsin RapidsYouth DevelopmentBefore and After school Group Leader
ApplicantpoolPay not stated Windsor, CO, USA, 80550CPR CertificationEarly Childhood EducationChild Care Teacher
The Goddard School CareersPay not stated State College, PA, USBabysittingEarly Childhood EducationQuality Standards
Nanny
Full-Time Nanny
MyStaffHQ$40 - $50/hr Employer statedManhattan, NY, USCPR CertificationInventory ManagementPotty Training- $45 - $50/hr Employer statedMenlo Park CACPR Certification
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