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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Michaela W.

4 years paid experience
6 miles

$18–25/hr

Hi! I have about 8 years in total of experience with caring for kids, as well as caring for animals. I am very reliable and responsible. I'm also really creative so keeping the little ones occupied is typically no issue for me at all! I love to cook and clean, so if cooking, baking, or cleaning of any sort is needed I would be more than happy to! I am also fully vaccinated for Covid-19.

$18–25/hr

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Katherine S.

4 years paid experience
15 miles

$20–26/hr

Here’s a warm, professional bio that reflects your experience and heart beautifully: --- Hi, I’m Katherine—a nurturing and reliable caregiver with a lifelong passion for helping others. As the oldest of seven children, caregiving has always been second nature to me. Whether supporting infants, energetic toddlers, or elderly individuals as a CNA, I bring patience, empathy, and attentiveness to every role I take on. I have years of personal experience working with children on the autism spectrum and those with hyperactivity, and I understand the importance of creating a safe, engaging, and supportive environment tailored to each child’s unique needs. I’m also certified in Basic Life Support, ensuring that safety is always a top priority. Families can count on me to provide high-quality care that honors the trust they place in me. I believe every child is a blessing, and I’m committed to helping them thrive while offering parents peace of mind.

$20–26/hr

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Maria R.

8 years paid experience
9 miles

$20–25/hr

My name is Maria Raphael. I am 29 and originally from Southeast Michigan. I have been living in California for 5 years and working in child care for 7-8 years. The last families that I worked for were very close to me and I watched the children for almost 3 years before moving to Lake County. I have almost completed my Associate's Degree in history from Mendocino College. Being educated as a birth and postpartum doula as well, I have experienced live birth and have cared for multiple newborns. Large groups of children are also manageable and I do not mind outings. I am very pet friendly and smoke free. My license and driving record are clean and up to date and I am comfortable providing transportation services if need be. My favorite activities are going adventuring outside, arts & crafts, reading, dancing, and baking. I am truly a child in my heart and know how to entertain and have fun with kiddos outside of TV/screen time! I am looking forward to meeting some amazing families :)

$20–25/hr

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Alejandra P.

3 years paid experience
6 miles

$25–30/hr

Hi! I’m Alejandra, a responsible, caring, and dependable babysitter with a genuine love for working with children. I have 3 years of experience caring for kids of ages 4-10. Wether its playtime, homework help, meal prep, or bedtime routines, I always aim to create a fun, safe, and nurturing environment. I have been CPR certified, and I’m happy to follow any specific routines or instructions you provide. I believe communication with parents is key, and I always make sure you’re kept in the loop. I’d love to get to know your family and help make your day a little easier!

$25–30/hr

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Christine A.

10 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$20–30/hr

Hello and good day, my name is Christine! I'm interested and more than willing to watch over and provide full-time responsible, excellent and reliable care for your child(ren). I'm able to speak with you whenever you’re available anytime this week to set up an interview as well. I'm confident to assure you that my experience with children have ranged to providing one on one care with a handful as I've worked in California at an elementary after school program and have watched over children since my entire early adolescence years of age. My comfort caring for a child is satisfactory to being highly knowledgable as far as monitoring child's health, well being and give plenty of love. I'd be able to commit in caring for them at your home as I live a mile away and I'd allow additional/ occasional hours as well. I'm also going to mention that I'm happy to be given this opportunity as it is what I love to do as well as meet with you anytime your available. I do look forward to hearing from you and hopefully my commitment to your child is still needed and wanted. Thank you for your interest as I'm available as of now, Christine Allen. You may contact me through my cellphone number (707) 530-1770 or via email Christine_lynn@hotmail.com