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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Alyssa L.

10 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$22–29/hr

Hi! I am a career nanny of ten years, and I possess a degree in early childhood education. I have worked with children aged 0-5 years. As a nanny, I bring expertise in developmental milestones and can assist with baby-led weaning, sleep training, potty training, developing reading and writing skills, and much more! I prioritize a fun and supportive environment for the children by encouraging creativity through art, stories, open-ended play, and games. While I am a fun nanny, I also value a well-established routine and an organized space! I will maintain organization of the children's space, but I prefer my housekeeping responsibilities to be kept to the kids' things and spaces. I am reliable and punctual, and my top priority is creating a safe and loving environment for your children! I value families that share these

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Hailey L.

1 year paid experience
11 miles

$20–30/hr

I am a current university student majoring in elementary education, with a little bit of background in psychology. I come from a very large blended family with nine younger siblings that I adore and plenty of pets to go around. Growing up in such a busy house gave me quite a bit of experience with taking care of children, but on top of that experience, I also have community service experience working with children’s sports, as an outdoor school camp counselor, and job experience working with children on the autism spectrum. I work best with younger children and I can provide homework help, cooking, cleaning, and care for pets. I have First Aid and CPR training through my job experience as a lifeguard. I live in a four cat household at the moment so I will not be able to work with severely allergic families. From time to time I dye my hair purple, and I have two visible (appropriate) tattoos on my forearms.