What is the going rate for babysitters in Decatur, AR?

The national typical hourly rate in 2021 is $17.00 for babysitters. When deciding how much to pay your babysitter, it’s important to set a competitive rate to attract the best caregivers. But there are lots of factors to think about when determining the cost of child care. Use Sittercity’s chart to determine the most appropriate babysitting rate by hourly wage by location.

How do I find a babysitter for my kids in Decatur, AR?

Start by posting a job that details your needs for free on Sittercity. Your job will be shared with a community of available babysitters. Interested sitters will apply directly to your job and you’ll be notified via email and on the platform. From there, conduct interviews with your favorites. Once you’ve narrowed your search, start vetting individual babysitters by running background checks and checking references before the job officially starts.

What kind of babysitters can I find in Decatur, AR?

You can find babysitters for in-home care or for a virtual sitting. Babysitters can help families with managing strict schedules, transportation to activities, homework help, last-minute coverage, date nights, and more.

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Available babysitters in Decatur, AR

Madeline S.

0 years paid experience
6 miles

$ 12–15/hr

I’m currently a full-time teacher at Helen Walton Children’s Enrichment Center and a full time student at NWACC pursuing my degree in Early Education. Working with kids is my passion, no matter the age! Homework help? I’m on it? Games? I’m on it! Singing and dancing? I’m on it? Nap time and/or bed t...

$ 12–15/hr

Kayley H.

3 years paid experience
13 miles

$ 12–20/hr

Hello!! I’m Kayley! I’m a college student studying communication sciences and disorders to hopefully one day become a speech pathologist! I love working/playing with kids. I have a lot of little cousins from the ages of 1-10 that I have babysat for in the past. I took an intro to American Sign Langu...

$ 12–20/hr

Cristina H.

8 years paid experience
6 miles

$ 10–15/hr

⭐️ Step momma, 2 bonus teens ⭐️ Bio momma, preschooler and school ager ⭐️ Work history includes: After School Care, Day Cares in Toddler and Infant rooms, Private nanny for family, WIC counselor, Big Brother Big Sister Volunteer ⭐️I’m a Christian. ⭐️ Smoke and Drug Free! ⭐️ Has Reliable Trans...

$ 10–15/hr

Amber S.

26 years paid experience
14 miles

$ 10–12/hr

I have taken care of children since my first born who is now 26. I had an in home daycare twice, worked at two separate day cares, and was a nanny just last year. My husband and I have raised four children and little ones are all I really know :) We recently moved to the area due to a new job opport...

$ 10–12/hr

Jolie D.

2 years paid experience
13 miles

$ 11–14/hr

I have babysat numerous kids throughout my highschool career and am wanting to continue my experience with children and infant. This last year or so I’ve worked with fourth graders on a day to say basis working with each student with English math science reading and spelling. I’m am a fun outgoing ...

$ 11–14/hr

KArla A.

2 years paid experience
13 miles

$ 15–20/hr

(1)

Hi I’m Karla I’m 24 years old . I recently moved to AR from Los Angeles CA . I was working night shifts as a caregiver for a Rheumatoid Arthritis patient . I also worked as a nanny/babysitter on weekends . I took care of a 2 year old baby boy . I love reading bed time stories .. playing in the back...

$ 15–20/hr

Claire K.

9 years paid experience
12 miles

$ 10–20/hr

Hello! I'm a sophomore management major at John Brown University. I have had lots of babysitting experience both individual and multiples (usually 3- 8 at a time). I care for the whole family and I am willing to help with extra housework, meal prep, baths for kiddos, bedtimes, play time, even outing...

$ 10–20/hr

Sylvia W.

5 years paid experience
12 miles

$ 15–18/hr

(1)

Hi , I love helping parents out with taking care of their kids. I love to read them books, play games and learning activities as well as get physical exercise. I can prepare meals as well, do light housekeeping, etc as time allows.

$ 15–18/hr

Stephanie B.

0 years paid experience
13 miles

$ 12–15/hr

I am a mother of 4 children (1 is 21, 2 are 19, and 1 is 14). I've been working as a babysitter and in the child care field since I was 14 years old. When my youngest turned 3, I was offered a job working at her school at the Salinas Rec Center and found my love for working with preschool kids and...

$ 12–15/hr

AMY E.

10 years paid experience
12 miles

$ 13–15/hr

Hi all- My name is Amy and I am currently a SAHM, to a one-year old, and working part-time as a sitter for a local family in the afternoons. I am one class away from finishing my degree in Speech and Language Pathology. Working with kids has always come easy to me, I love babies, kids, and teens! I'...

$ 13–15/hr

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Babysitting FAQs

Start by posting a job that details your needs for free on Sittercity. Your job will be shared with a community of available babysitters. Interested sitters will apply directly to your job and you’ll be notified via email and on the platform. From there, conduct interviews with your favorites. Once you’ve narrowed your search, start vetting individual babysitters by running background checks and checking references before the job officially starts.