How much should I pay for a babysitter in {{city}}, {{state}}?

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.

How do I find a babysitter for my kids in {{city}}, {{state}}?

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.

What kind of babysitters can I find in {{city}}, {{state}}?

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.

How do families hire trustworthy babysitters in {{city}}, {{state}}?

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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Kambell K.

3 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$15–23/hr

I enjoy babysitting because I have such a strong love for kids!! I enjoy doing activities with them such as reading a book, coloring, going for a walk, getting ice cream or just watching a movie. I have been a babysitter for about three years now and still love it! I am in search of a family or two this summer to help out before I go off to college:)

$15–23/hr

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Jordan S.

8 years paid experience
10 miles

$15–21/hr

I am a homeschooling mom of 4 kids. Ages 8,6,4, 1 yr old! I love doing crafts and reading books. I am a trained birth and postpartum doula. I have special training in care for newborns on top of my personal experience. I am comfortable watching children and doing light house work as well as light cooking.

$15–21/hr

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Jeanette R.

6 years paid experience
7 miles

$10–25/hr

I am a mother first sitter second . I have years of experience taking care of my own children,now I take care of others. My love language is taking care of people !

$10–25/hr

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Michelle M.

3 years paid experience
9 miles

$19–22/hr

I'm a mom myself, and I know how important and sometimes worrying it is to choose the right person to care for our children. I offer families a reliable childcare option. I'm friendly and personable. I follow your preferred method of communication to keep you informed about your child's day. I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules. I enjoy outdoor sports, board games, and educational games. I'm comfortable babysitting a child. I have a college degree and first aid training. I'm also happy to help with cooking, carpooling, and light housework. I speak English, but not perfect (I'm studying), and Spanish. I hope to provide love and reassurance so parents can feel calm and confident that their children will be in good hands. Whatever you need, I want to be reliable for you, to be your assistant and part of the family.

$19–22/hr

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Hannah H.

6 years paid experience
5 miles

$15–20/hr

Hi! My name is Hannah and I am 18 years old. I recently moved over to Pensacola from Alabama. I am a certified nursing assistant and am CPR, BLS, and First Aide certified. I have worked with special needs children, twins, pre-teens and have experience in housekeeping and tutoring.

$15–20/hr

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Bianca S.

4 years paid experience
5 miles

$18–22/hr

I am a loving and dependable caregiver with years of hands-on experience as a mother and grandmother. I enjoy creating a safe, calm, and positive environment for children. I am patient, attentive, and understand the importance of routines, communication, and making children feel comfortable and cared for. CPR certificated

$18–22/hr

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Lakeisha A.

1 year paid experience
5 miles

$15–40/hr

I love kids! In high school I babysat every weekend and loved it! I mainly babysat kids from 3 months to 5 years old, but I have babysat older kids as well.

$15–40/hr

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Shakeela S.

7 years paid experience
5 miles

$18–22/hr

responsible with 3+ years of experience with kids aged 3-10. I'm great at organizing activities, helping with homework, making healthy snacks, and handling bath/bedtime routines. CPR & First Aid certified. Available evenings & weekends. Looking forward to creating fun and safe!

$18–22/hr

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Yvette E.

10 years paid experience
9 miles

$22–24/hr

I’m Ready to help! I Have been keeping children my entire life. I have one grown daughter of my own. I often babysit my nieces and nephews when needed.

$22–24/hr

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Courtney J.

2 years paid experience
9 miles

$15–20/hr

Hi! My name is Courtney, I'm 19 years old and I'm looking for a job as well as looking to start babysitting again as a way to make some extra money so I can move out. I've been taking care of children from a very early age and have experience with children from newborn-5 years old. I'm very patient with children and love to teach them new things and help them with things, I'm more than willing to help clean up things and make food as I love to cook and make things look nice. I live in Silverhill AL and prefer someone close as my grandparents have to drive me and don't like to travel long distances.