A website to help smooth the search for a nanny. Users can advertise for a nanny and search nanny ads in the site's nationwide Nanny Classifieds - 30 day ads start at $89.

You can also look up agencies in your area and compare fees and policies online.

Other helpful tools include sample work agreements, interview questions, an Ask the Experts forum and more.

A website to help smooth the search for a nanny. Users can advertise for a nanny and search nanny ads in the site's nationwide Nanny Classifieds - 30 day ads start at $89.

You can also look up agencies in your area and compare fees and policies online.

Other helpful tools include sample work agreements, interview questions, an Ask the Experts forum and more.

4nannies.com is an online directory of nannies seeking work that allows parents to review applicants 24 hours a day. Candidate resumes expire after 21 days.

Searching the database is free. After signing up, members can directly contact any of the listed nannies right away. It's up to families to check references; 4nannies.com only does criminal background checks - that's one reason it's much cheaper than full-service agencies.

Want to try before you buy? A 14-day guest membership is available for free. The guest membership does not offer all the benefits of paid membership, but it gives parents a good idea of what's available. Parents who commit to the 120-day membership plan receive a discount on future membership renewals.

4sitters.com is an online resource for babysitters, nannies, pet sitting providers, tutors, home daycare providers, and house sitters, anywhere in the world.

The site offers search tools; a sitter rating system; a sitter job posting and messaging service; and the ability to review the resumes of babysitters, nannies, home daycare centers, house sitters, and pet sitting providers before purchasing a membership.

The network extends to every state in the US and is available anywhere in the world.

Prospective members can register and evaluate the service for free. Follow the instructions on the website, and then verify that there are sitters in the area and review a sitter's experience and background before purchasing a membership. Resumes may include availability, pay rate, preferred age group, a photo, and references.

Membership is $6.99 a month, with a one-time setup fee of $34.99. The membership is auto-renewed for $6.99
every month thereafter; members can cancel at any time. Or purchase a lifetime, transferable membership for a one-time fee of $149.99. When you no longer need the service, your are free to transfer, sell, or give away your membership to whom ever you choose.

4sitters.com is an online resource for babysitters, nannies, pet sitting providers, tutors, home daycare providers, and house sitters, anywhere in the world.

The site offers search tools; a sitter rating system; a sitter job posting and messaging service; and the ability to review the resumes of babysitters, nannies, home daycare centers, house sitters, and pet sitting providers before purchasing a membership.

The network extends to every state in the US and is available anywhere in the world.

Prospective members can register and evaluate the service for free. Follow the instructions on the website, and then verify that there are sitters in the area and review a sitter's experience and background before purchasing a membership. Resumes may include availability, pay rate, preferred age group, a photo, and references.

Membership is $6.99 a month, with a one-time setup fee of $34.99. The membership is auto-renewed for $6.99
every month thereafter; members can cancel at any time. Or purchase a lifetime, transferable membership for a one-time fee of $149.99. When you no longer need the service, your are free to transfer, sell, or give away your membership to whom ever you choose.

Online nanny placement service. Provides extensive nanny background screening, including: in-depth interview, DMV and criminal check, CPR and First Aid training verification, and employment/academic verification. Requires 3-5 years child care experience.

Online nanny placement service. Provides extensive nanny background screening, including: in-depth interview, DMV and criminal check, CPR and First Aid training verification, and employment/academic verification. Requires 3-5 years child care experience.

Absolute Best Care specializes in placing qualified nannies, baby nurses, housekeepers, and babysitters in homes across NYC and the tri-state area. The award-winning agency is fully licensed and bonded, and a member of the International Nanny Association.

A five-step screening process includes complete background checks - criminal, DMV, Social Security, and references. Face-to-face interviews with all candidates are conducted prior to family interviews to ensure that candidates are suitable for employment and that clients' needs are met. "Nanny Coach" one-on-one consultation services are provided throughout the search.

Training for caregivers includes a hospital-based Newborn Care certificate program.

Au Pair Care brings carefully screened young (ages 18-26) au pairs to the US from all over the world.

Au Pairs speak English and have an interest in coming to the US to care for children and learn about the American way of life. Upon arrival, they attend an orientation and training program and receive extensive instruction covering child development, household saftey, fire and crime prevention, and CPR.

The government designated au pair program provides families with legal live-in childcare for a period of one year at a cost of about $250 per week including program fees, transportation, and stipend. Host families must also contribute up to $500 for the au pair's educational needs.

Au Pair International provides families with a flexible childcare solution. Because au pairs are live-in, they have the flexibility to care for children at the times that accommodate a family's schedule. Au pairs may also assist with childcare related light housekeeping and duties.

Au pairs in the program are proficient in spoken English and must pass a screening, background, and personal interview process. All candidates have documented childcare experience and must complete a 32-hour childcare training program, which includes development stages, CPR, nutrition, infant care, safety, age appropriate activities, child illnesses, and more.

Consult the website for pricing and application information.

Au Pair USA provides families with affordable childcare and an opportunity to bring another culture into the home. Visit the website for more information.

AuPair-Options.com is an online service designed to connect families looking for childcare with candidate au pairs throughout the world. A monthly fee is required to take advantage of all of the available services.

Parents seeking a sitter for a night out, a last-minute replacement, or a sitter for ongoing childcare may find the right person through BabySitters.com, a website that provides detailed babysitter profiles. Parents who sign up for the service can search for a sitter and/or post a job for a sitter.

The website also offers a "how-to" series for both parents and sitters. For parents, the series covers everything from doing a background check to how much a sitter should be paid. For sitters, the series covers topics that include certifications, training, how much to charge, how to interview, and a checklist for working with a new family.

Best Choice Domestics helps families find household staff - including nannies, housekeepers, baby nurses, and babysitters - on a full time, part time, and temporary basis. The company also offers Holiday help and Emergency Childcare services.

Candidates are carefully screened (criminal, driver's license, Social Security) before they're deemed qualified for employment. They must have at least two years' of recent checkable references and have legal documentation to work in the States.

A 60 day guarantee is offered on each placement, as is a two-week trial period.

Best Choice Domestics helps families find household staff - including nannies, housekeepers, baby nurses, and babysitters - on a full time, part time, and temporary basis. The company also offers Holiday help and Emergency Childcare services.

Candidates are carefully screened (criminal, driver's license, Social Security) before they're deemed qualified for employment. They must have at least two years' of recent checkable references and have legal documentation to work in the States.

A 60 day guarantee is offered on each placement, as is a two-week trial period.

Best Domestic is a national agency offering placement of full-time, part-time, permanent, and temporary nannies and babysitters.

24 hour emergency childcare is also available.

Care.com is an online service that matches families with caregivers - including babysitters, nannies, pet sitters, dog walkers, tutors, and respite care for seniors.

Families can search Care.com by their zip code or metro area to find listings of caregivers who match their specific needs. Search results include enhanced caregiver profiles - with photos, video interviews, and references - which families can view before contacting a caregiver about a job. Plus, families can request free background checks on any caregiver as part of their monthly membership.

College Nannies & Tutors places nannies in families with children from infants to teens and provides one-on-one tutors for kids ages three and up, and for ACT/SAT preparation. The agency also Background and reference checks are performed on prospective nannies and tutors.

Families can opt to use this resource as a placement agency or to additionally have College Nannies & Tutors function as employers, letting them take care of payroll and all insurance contributions.

College Nannies & Tutors places nannies in families with children from infants to teens and provides one-on-one tutors for kids ages three and up, and for ACT/SAT preparation. The agency also Background and reference checks are performed on prospective nannies and tutors.

Families can opt to use this resource as a placement agency or to additionally have College Nannies & Tutors function as employers, letting them take care of payroll and all insurance contributions.

Cultural Care Au Pair is an experienced and trusted childcare and cultural exchange program that's offered families flexible, live-in childcare with a unique international perspective since 1989.

Au pairs live in the home as a member of the family, allowing children the benefits of one-to-one, committed, and caring companionship. Au pairs are 18-26 years old, speak English, and have previous experience working with children. All are high school graduates with a sincere interest in living with an American family for a year. Childcare experience varies by candidate and may include babysitting for family, friends, and neighbors, as well as helping with playgroups or working at day care centers.

An extensive network of Cultural Care Au Pair local coordinators carefully screens au pair candidates, and supports families and au pairs throughout the year. Monthly check-ins and meetings help things go smoothly.

This parent-owned online directory of childcare options includes in-home providers, nannies, childcare centers, and babysitters, serving infants through school-age children. The website also offers links to helpful articles on parenting, state oversight agencies, and more.

The database is searchable by zip code, children's ages, and type of care required. Results include contact information; a description of the services offered; the staff, philosophy, licensing, and facilities of the provider; and hours of operation. Helpful icons beside search matches indicate which providers offer drop-in services and off-hours care; some listings include photos.

A very minimal amount of information can be gathered from a free search of the site - name of daycare, how many children of various ages are cared for by the provider, address, and phone number. To get additional information - hours of operation, website address, photos, etc. - parents must subscribe.

A note of caution: Listed providers are not screened, so while the site is a great starting point in a search for childcare, it's imperative that parents check out claims regarding licensing, staff, and facilities.

Direct Impact.org connects families with professionals who provide home-based support to children with developmental disabilities and other special needs in New York City. Their seasoned professional staff helps families locate the ideal therapist, skilled caregiver, home health aide, or afterschool tutor for their child.

Visit the website to complete a Family Application Form. Based on personal criteria, Direct Impact.org conducts an individualized search for qualified professionals, screens candidates, and refers potential matches to clients for consideration. Placement fees are only charged if a referred candidate is hired.

EurAupair provides families with affordable childcare and an opportunity to bring another culture into the home. Visit the website for more information.

Families searching for childcare help can practically "try before they buy" - searching for an aupair/nanny within specific criteria, choosing those favorites using a "hotlist", and sending instant notification is sent to those that seem most compatible.

Aupairs around the world await families, and their listings specify their most desirable situation. Families searching for an au pair can list their information and criteria, too.

For complete contact information, however, membership is required.

MommyMixer is a networking service that brings together moms looking for occasional help and university students looking for college jobs. Through events called mixers, moms and students can meet in a relaxed, casual atmosphere where they can mix and mingle. Moms can interview multiple candidates in a small time frame (about an hour), while candidates have the opportunity to meet multiple moms at once and create their own babysitting schedules.

More than a Nanny is a is a professional domestic placement agency serving New York City, Northern NJ, Rockland County, and Lower Westchester.

With years of professional experience assisting parents and caregivers, offering childcare provider-training, and conducting vigorous background checks, More than a Nanny offers qualified and fully screened nannies, baby nurses, and housekeepers, as well as resources and information on taxes and payroll for domestic employees.

Staff is available to live in or live out, on a temporary, permanent, part time, or full time basis. The thorough selection process includes interviews, reference verification, criminal investigation, social security verification, DMV records, etc.

More than a Nanny is a is a professional domestic placement agency serving New York City, Northern NJ, Rockland County, and Lower Westchester.

With years of professional experience assisting parents and caregivers, offering childcare provider-training, and conducting vigorous background checks, More than a Nanny offers qualified and fully screened nannies, baby nurses, and housekeepers, as well as resources and information on taxes and payroll for domestic employees.

Staff is available to live in or live out, on a temporary, permanent, part time, or full time basis. The thorough selection process includes interviews, reference verification, criminal investigation, social security verification, DMV records, etc.

New York Domestics is a household staffing agency, representing nannies, housekeepers, chefs, chauffeurs, estate managers, couples, and other professional household domestic workers.

Not Just Babysitters provides sitters who are CPR certified and college educated (or pursuing degrees), with expertise in caring for kids of all ages.

NYC Artist Babysitting Agency can supply a sitter for families who need a regular date night, or families who need someone on the spur of the moment. Sitters are also available to travel with the family on vacation.

The sitters are all artists: actors, singers, writers, painters, and more - and all are infant and child CPR-trained, and have been reference- and background-checked.

NYC Nanny Finder provides nanny-seekers with convenient online video interviews, resumes, and references, to afford customers a better idea of the personality and an overall review of a nanny candidate before spending the time meeting with them.

Family membership to gain access to the Nanny Finder site is free. Placement fees vary, depending on if the position is part time, full time, or live-in.

NYC Nanny Finder provides nanny-seekers with convenient online video interviews, resumes, and references, to afford customers a better idea of the personality and an overall review of a nanny candidate before spending the time meeting with them.

Family membership to gain access to the Nanny Finder site is free. Placement fees vary, depending on if the position is part time, full time, or live-in.

New York's Parents League offers all kinds of useful information for parents of school aged kids: baby-sitting referrals, party ideas, confidential talks about which schools might best suit your individual child (they're affiliated with over 250 NY schools), tutors, camps and nursery schools, to name just a fraction of their resources.

Call the office or visit the website to join.

Sensible Sitters is an on-call babysitting service based in Manhattan that provides services to Manhattan, Los Angeles, and The Hamptons.

Sensible Sitters guarantees a babysitter any day or evening of the week, provided they have 24 hours notice. Clients may interview candidates before booking sessions. Sitters are CPR certified college students; resumes and referrals are on-file and are email or fax accessible to all clients.

The company charges subscribers a one time $150 registration fee and a $20 monthly maintenance fee. Bookings require a three hour minimum and there is a $45 cancellation fee. Sensible Sitters doen't charge for transportation but strongly recommends providing cab fare past 9pm.

A website for families looking for sitters and sitters looking for work, both can meet up in this virtual neighborhood cafe.

SitterCafe.com focuses on local help for parents age 13 and older. Parents pay a small fee to gain access to the information and sitters may use the site for free.

Sittercity.com provides an Internet platform for parents and babysitters to meet and communicate with each other. Parents and sitters create personal profiles which are used to help identify possible matches.

Searches can be conducted by personal details, college, transportation capabilities, and other special qualifications. The site has articles, tips, and checklists for sitters and parents - as well as helpful information on responsible sitting and emergency care.

All information entered into the database is protected for privacy and security.

SittersSearch is designed to help parents and families find sitters in their area. Searching the site to see if sitters are available in your area is free; to contact a prospective sitter, membership is required.

Looking for more than just childcare for your children? TeacherCare is an in-home childcare agency, placing highly trained professional