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The national typical hourly rate of babysitters in 2024 is 21.50 per hour. Rates can vary based on your babysitter's experience, certifications, and travel expenses. When calculating the cost of child care, you should also account for the number of children they'll care for and additional responsibilities like household tasks or homework help. Learn more about how to set competitive babysitting rates for attracting the best babysitters.

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The best way to find babysitters near you is to post a job detailing your needs on Sittercity, which will be shared with our community of available babysitters. We'll notify you when sitters apply to your job, and from there you can proceed with interviews, background checks, and reference checks so you can find the perfect fit for your family.

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You can find experienced and passionate babysitters near you to provide the best care for your child, either in-home or virtually. Babysitters can help families with managing strict schedules, transportation to activities, homework help, last-minute coverage, date nights, and more. Whatever occasion you're looking to find a babysitter for, including full-time, part-time, or last-minute care, you can count on Sittercity for finding passionate and experienced babysitters.

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Families find trustworthy babysitters on Sittercity who are passionate about providing safe and enriching care for their children. Many babysitters report they are First Aid and CPR certified to provide the best care for your family. Babysitters have the option to complete regular background checks, and you can easily request a recent background check if they don’t have one or it is not recent. Families can also request to see professional references! Our dedicated team also champions safety across our platform every day. Babysitters go through an identity verification process with Berbix when registering an account. Some additional safety measures include Family Watchdog screening, sitter reviews, and secure messaging.

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Q: What’s the difference between a babysitter and a nanny?

Babysitters and nannies share the same primary responsibility of providing safe and enriching care for your child, but there are a few differences between them. Babysitters are typically hired for occasional work on an irregular schedule. If you’re looking for last-minute care for date night, or the occasional few hours after school, a babysitter is a great option. Nannies, on the other hand, are more commonly associated with regular work, whether full or part-time, offering daily or consistent care to a particular family. There are also several different types of nannies, including au pairs, house managers, doulas, live-in, and overnight nannies. Identifying the type and frequency of child care you’ll need is the best way to decide whether a babysitter or nanny is a better fit for your family.

Q: How do babysitters interact with my child?

Babysitters on Sittercity love providing enriching experiences for your children, and sharing their passions with them. They're happy to participate in outdoor activities like sports, or indoor activities like music, baking, tutoring help, and art. Wherever your child's interests lie, babysitters on Sittercity are prepared to engage them in a nurturing way.

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Morgan D.

19 years paid experience
2 miles

$25–30/hr

I am a very energetic and nurturing nanny! I helped raise my two little sisters and began babysitting and nannying when I was 14. I am a medic in the national guard, an RN at Piedmont, and I am ACLS and CPR certified. I am Taking a break from the hospital to finish nurse practitioner school!

$25–30/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Pooja S.

Morgan was actually our first nanny experience. Our child is a covid baby with serious attachment issues, but Morgan powered through the separation anxiety and did eventually win her over. We still have her on our list and keep in touch, and call her back whenever we have lapse in coverage. Highly recommend.

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Andrea S.

2 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$12–16/hr

I have the experience of taking care of my two younger siblings ages 8 since they were born, also took care of a 3-5 year old for 2 years, I have always been good with kids, have the patience and responsibility needed to assure safety.

$12–16/hr

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Amanda R.

10 years paid experience
6 miles

$18–22/hr

Hello! My name is Amanda R and I am a 31 year old graduate student. I have a love and passion for children of all ages, and thoroughly enjoy what I do. I love to play with kids in a fun, nurturing, academically stimilating and structured enviroment. I love to be outdoors and let kids be kids. Television is NOT an acceptable means for childcare for me! I have had a lot of interest and as much as I would love to work with you, I am currently not available. I have every other Friday off and would love to fill in that time, and am looking for a few families to have on rotation for date night or weekend care. If this interests you, please message me and I would love to talk to you. :)

$18–22/hr

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Safiatou C.

6 years paid experience
7 miles

$15–20/hr

I am a very hardworking individual and I love children. Although I don't have any children of my own yet I have been blessed enough to have help raising my younger cousins and my niece and 2 nephews who Ii have kept since they were born. I love to come up with different games to help challenge the children minds because the kids are our future and I do what I can to help them excel in every aspect of life. I have Dressed children and changed diapers Observed and monitor children's play activities Communicated with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues Sanitized toys and play equipment

$15–20/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Kelsey P.

We used Safiatou (Mimi) while on vacation and I am so glad we did! She was extremely warm and kind and we quickly felt comfortable leaving our two children (3 and 1) with her after just an initial phone call. Mimi was engaging with the kids, playing and doing activities as well as preparing lunch and getting the kids down for naps. I would definitely use Mimi again if visiting the same area for vacation!

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Angie J.

10 years paid experience
4 miles

$15–20/hr

I am a wonderful caregiver who loves children. I am an active person who loves to assist kids with homework or projects. Loving, caring and kind individual. Able to provide elder care also. Infant or toddler care also provided Would love to care for your loved one. PLEASE NO CATS. (ALLERGIC)

$15–20/hr

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Colleen C.

10 years paid experience
4 miles

$10–11/hr

Extremely capable and compassionate Caregiver with extensive experience in child, elderly and disabled care giving. Hard-working and honest individual who is able to take initiative and exceed the expectations of employer by following instructions accurately.

$10–11/hr

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Nicole P.

12 years paid experience
9 miles

$20–20/hr

Hello, my name is Nicole and I am a mom of 3 - daughter 23, 2 boys 14 & 12. I have been a part-time nanny for the last 5 months to a wonderful military family that will be relocating in September, so I am looking to nanny for another family. I have 11 years of experience in Early Childhood Development and absolutely love working with children! I was a teacher in a preschool for 7 years and went on to start a preschool at my home church where I was the Director from 2018-2022. My family relocated from Texas to Georgia in 2022 for my husband's job.

$20–20/hr

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Kenyatta L.

25 years paid experience
5 miles

$19–23/hr

Hi. My name is Kenyatta. I have raised 3 sons of my own. I help raise 6 of my grandchildren. I have help raise my nieces and nephews and my great nieces and nephews. I love children. I love to care for children. Children give life to the soul. They are a precious gift from God, that requires love, care, and nurturing. I love helping people, especially children.

$19–23/hr

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Kiswana G.

4 years paid experience
1 mile

$14–50/hr

Hi, my name is Kay I have at least four years of paid experience in childcare. Like most people in childcare, I started babysitting family members early on before I even considered it as a job or career. I decided to make childcare a career because I genuinely care about the well being of kids, and I'm great at it. I'm CPR/AED/First Aid Certified and currently working on my Child Development Associate Certification.

$14–50/hr

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Laurie H.

30 years paid experience
4 miles

$10–12/hr

I'm a special needs paraprofessional. And a child care provider. I have been working in Mcsd. For 20 years. I owned my home daycare prior for 11 years. I also work as an after school teacher. In addition to my educational background. I just retired from MCSD after serving 20 years as a special need’s educator!!