The job outlook for Babysitters, Nannies and Parents' Helpers is considered Below Average because:

1. Employment grew at a below-average rate.

2. The retirement rate is above average, and the number of retiring workers contributes to job openings.

3. Hourly wages ($8.83) are below the national average ($18.07) , and the rate of wage growth is above average.

4. The unemployment rate (8%) is above the 2004 average (7%).

1. What is a day in the life of a Babysitters, Nannies and Parents' Helpers like?
   Babysitters perform some or all of the following duties: A. Prepare formulas and change diapers for infants B.... more
2. What education do you need to become a Babysitters, Nannies and Parents' Helpers?
   1. Completion of secondary school may be required. 2. Nannies and live-in caregivers may require completion of a... more
3. What is the future Job Outlook for a Babysitters, Nannies and Parents' Helpers?
   Your job outlook will continue to be Below Average because: 1. The employment growth rate will likely be average... more
4. How much does a Babysitters, Nannies and Parents' Helpers make?
   The average hourly wages for Babysitters, Nannies and Parents' Helpers is $8.83/HR, which is below average for... more
5. What is the currently unemployment rate for a Babysitters, Nannies and Parents' Helpers"?
   8% of Babysitters, Nannies and Parents' Helpers are unemployed. This rate is above the average for intermediate... more
6. How many Babysitters, Nannies and Parents' Helpers are employed part-time?
   55% of Babysitters, Nannies and Parents' Helpers are employed only on a part-time basis. There were 53,500 workers... more
7. How many Babysitters, Nannies and Parents' Helpers are self-employed?
   Roughly 63% of Babysitters, Nannies and Parents' Helpers are self-employed. This is considered Above average for... more
8. What is the average age of a Babysitters, Nannies and Parents' Helpers?
   The retirement rate to 2009 will likely be above average reflecting the age/retirement structure of the occupation. more