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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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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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Lindsay D.

12 years paid experience
8 miles

$22–35/hr

Hello! My name is Lindsay Dombrosky, and I absolutely love working with kids! I have over 8 years of child care experience from being a camp counselor through my towns parks and rec department, to tutoring the sciences at Huntington Learning Center. For 5 years I worked as a camp counselor with infants to middle school aged kids. I have experience as a full time nanny and routine babysitting with numerous families! From my numerous different types of child care experiences I have a whole toolbox full of creative, educational and engaging activities for kids of all ages! I am also a tutor for sciences K-12 and math K-Algebra 1, so helping your child with homework is right up my alley! I have a passion for childcare and the future generation and I look forward to hearing from you!

$22–35/hr

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Nasheen D.

15 years paid experience
13 miles

$25–30/hr

Working with kids has been a passion of mine since I was young. I’m currently on my 6th year as a preschool teacher and I absolutely love it . I have a bachelors degree in Early Childhood, I read books to expand my knowledge to understand each child that I interact with. Please consider me as your new babysitter, teacher, protector, nurse or whoever you need. Minimum 4 hours for babysitting .References on hand if needed. Thanks! babysitting80.booksy.com/f/

$25–30/hr

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Deonna L.

7 years paid experience
5 miles

$16–22/hr

Hello! My name is Deonna! I am 22 years old. I started babysitting when I was about 15. I have experience with all ages! I got my CNA license in 2017 and I am currently enrolled in a part time online nursing program to achieve my RN. I am available anytime Monday-Friday!

$16–22/hr

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Olivia M.

5 years paid experience
15 miles

$21–25/hr

Currently a college student at University of Hartford, studying Psychology. I want to be a child life specialist, basically making the hospital more understandable to kids during such a scary time. When im not at school I work as a CNA (certified nursing assistant) in NH. Along with that I am CPR and first aid certified (comes with the CNA). I love all kids, I have babysat for family friends for years, I love kids of all ages. I am so excited to talk to you!!

$21–25/hr

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Emily S.

2 years paid experience
10 miles

$23–27/hr

I am an incoming college senior studying Speech and Language Pathology, and I am looking for jobs for the summers and winters while I am home! I currently work at a daycare and this is my second summer there. I really enjoy working with kids and planning fun activities for them. I have most experience with kids ages 6 months to 5 years old and I am CPR and First-Aid certified. Working at a daycare, I have daily experience with meal prep, diapering, cleaning, and potty training. My hours are very flexible, so please reach out with any questions!

$23–27/hr

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Eliza F.

4 years paid experience
10 miles

$22–26/hr

I am a high school senior and I have been babysitting since I was 14! I have been trained in CPR and first aid and I have my lifeguarding certification. I also have had my license for over a year and my own car. I have experience working with all types of families and will adjust my babysitting approach to however you run your household.

$22–26/hr

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Ann M.

10 years paid experience
11 miles

$25–30/hr

I worked as a baby nurse for 7 years, a preschool teacher for 7 years a special education instructional assistant for five years and a special education teacher for the last year 24/25 school year.

$25–30/hr

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Carrieann W.

27 years paid experience
3 miles

$15–20/hr

Professional Nanny served in New City and abroad. Warm Loving Christian Nanny PART TIME ( NWCT & W MASS. ) MATURE and EXPERIENCED - FOR RURAL CONNECTICUT POP IN CARE WELCOMED CHILDREN FROM BIRTH TO TEEN SPECIAL NEEDS DOWNS SYNDROME AND AUTISM / ASPERGERS Can provide: Community activities art musicplay groups and library groups hiking and biking quiet walks reading table time for smaller children to help with writing and manipulative work if christian, children's bible reading and related projects Light housekeeping o.k Cooking meals o.k please email for availability hugapup2day@aol.com LOCATION WEST HARTLAND

$15–20/hr

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Bryanna V.

2 years paid experience
10 miles

$20–25/hr

I’m currently in school to become a medical assistant and In the past I used to work in a daycare with infant and toddlers. I also did babysitting as well, for family and friends and others as well. I’m CPR and First Aid certified. I do have my own car and can meal prep as well. I love children and doing crafts and fun activities.

$20–25/hr

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Rachel J.

4 years paid experience
8 miles

$20–26/hr

I bring years of babysitting experience along with three years of work as an EMT, so safety is always my top priority. I love creating a fun, supportive environment where kids feel comfortable being curious, creative, and themselves. Whether we’re doing crafts, homework, or outdoor play, I’m engaged, attentive, and dependable.