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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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Monica P.

3 years paid experience
13 miles

$25–35/hr

Hello! My name is Monica, I am 27 years old, and working with children is my passion. I absolutely love it! In the past, I have nannied and babysat for four families with children ages 1, 3, 4, 5, and an infant of 9 months. I have also been a substitute teacher for elementary and middle schools, and worked as a summer camp counselor for three summers. In my spare time I love to dance, spend time in nature, read and make art. In addition, I received certification under a RIE Nurturing Nanny online course that taught me so much about respectful caregiving. Thank you for reading!

$25–35/hr

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Anjali D.

5 years paid experience
13 miles

$22–31/hr

Hi! I’m Anjali, I’m a 21 year old mom to a fun, sweet 1-year-old and am a full-time student at Sierra College. I offer child care, pet care, and household help. I’m creative, compassionate, and patient, and I love working with kids! I spent two years as a paraeducator with the Nevada County Superintendent of Schools, working with preschool through 8th-grade students with special needs. I’m also trained as a health aide with experience in seizure care and feeding tubes. I’ve babysat for many families, helped raise my three younger siblings, and taught swim lessons to ages 2–8 in Napa this past year. I’m comfortable with dogs, and love cats, and am happy to help with cooking, cleaning, and errands. I just moved back to Nevada County and would love to support local families

$22–31/hr

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Estela L.

3 years paid experience
6 miles

$20–25/hr

I have around 3 years of experience, more so focused on babies and school age professionally, but have taken care of all ages. I am CPR and first aide certified and can speak both Spanish and English. I grew up with amazing babysitters so being able to in a way “pay it forward” has always been my goal and just wanting to make a difference in people’s lives.

$20–25/hr

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Karolina M.

2 years paid experience
13 miles

$20–25/hr

Hi, I’m Karo! I’m a caring and responsible babysitter with two years of experience as an au pair in the United States, primarily caring for children between 2½ and 5 years old. I’m CPR certified and have a valid driver’s license with a clean record, so I can safely help with pick-ups, drop-offs, and outings. I have a degree in Modern Languages and experience teaching young children Spanish in fun and engaging ways perfect for families interested in early language exposure. I love encouraging creativity, outdoor play, and age appropriate learning moments that support each child’s development. I’m patient, dependable, and always focused on creating a safe, loving, and enriching environment. If you’re looking for someone who truly enjoys spending time with little ones and can bring a bilingual twist to their day, I’d love to be part of your family’s team!