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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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Althea J.

30 years paid experience
14 miles

$18–30/hr

Hello my name is Althea. I have been a mother for over 30 years and raised three children of my own. I have been a nanny for about the same amount of time. I currently work the local school district as a monitor working with elementary school through high school students. I really love children and i've worked with children of various ages.

$18–30/hr

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Kelli S.

8 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$25–35/hr

Hi! I am a 28 year old living in Stamford, CT. I work part time remote from my apartment with a very flexible schedule. I have been babysitting for the past 10 years.. have babysat up to 5 children at a time, and have babysat for all ages. I was also a nanny for a family for two years where I helped raise their newborn until she was two years old. Certified in CPR, AED and First Aid. I'd like nothing more than to make sure your kids are well taken care of while you're either away or at home. Please let me know if you have any questions, I'm more than happy to answer. I have my own car with a clean record, good insurance, and am willing to provide references.

$25–35/hr

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Iivanilde M.

20 years paid experience
8 miles

$28–30/hr

Hello I’m Ivone matos! 53 years old speak English live in Port Chester ny very responsible trustworthy person Very interested in your work. I have a wonderful reference great experience with various works job’s babysitter, clean houses apartment pets runs and errands I have I own car clean drive license very flexible friendly and easy to deal I can work on weekends any times love pets I can watch pets in case your needs I can cook do laundry make companion for older sleep over in case need.

$28–30/hr

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Shellyann L.

8 years paid experience
7 miles

$25–30/hr

Hi, I'm shelly. I'm 28 years old and currently a nursing student. I have some availability in my schedule and decided to get back into nannying. I've been off of Sittercity for a couple years, hence my bare profile! But I used to babysit/ nanny kids ranging from ages one and up for years. I also have references available.

$25–30/hr

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Clorinda M.

20 years paid experience
11 miles

$30–30/hr

Hi, my name is Clorinda. I love children, and I am responsible and loving, and easy to get along with. I have more than 20 years of experience with being a nanny and 3 children of my own. I hope we get along well!

$30–30/hr

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Claudia B.

16 years paid experience
11 miles

$20–30/hr

My name is Claudia Balboni I have a lot of experience as babysitter. I am very loving, patient, outgoing and love activities that children will find entertaining. I am certificate in First Aid/ CPR Certificate. I love to read to the children, go for walks with them outside, play and do arts / crafts. I work in Valhalla School District in Valhalla, NY as a Teacher Aide. I have food allergies. I am fully vaccinated for COVID-

$20–30/hr

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Miranda F.

5 years paid experience
15 miles

$20–30/hr

Hi! My name is Miranda and I am just graduated college. I’m looking for an occasional babysitting job as well as weekends! I am comfortable with pets and have years of childcare experience.

$20–30/hr

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Saidy V.

8 years paid experience
14 miles

$25–35/hr

Thank you for giving me the opportunity to introduce myself. I’m Saidy, I’m 28 years old, from Cali, Colombia. - Lexington, Massachusetts - I’m math teacher, I have been working as a teacher, babysitting and Nanny for around 8 years. - I provide loving care for children of all ages and have experience supporting kids with Autism, ADHD, behavioral disorders, and emotional challenges. - Good driver with a driver’s license, and own car. - Good swimmer - CPR - Energetic and fun. - I love dog and cat - Non-smoker - I love to cook. - Intermediate English - I like to clean and have everything in order. More about me: I have a Master’s degree in Math Education and Neuropsychology for children and adolescents. I’m dancer, folclor Colombian tradicional music. That’s why I have been in many countries. I love travel, go to the gym, cook, read a book, go to cinema, drive. Spend time with family and friends. I have been Nanny live-in and Au pair in USA for 4 years.

$25–35/hr

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Olivia P.

10 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$25–30/hr

Experienced babysitter for over 10 years. Graduate of UMass Amherst in Performing Arts Education. NYS Driver's License, and clean driving record. I currently work full time in preschool television which combines my passions of child development and entertainment seamlessly. I have experience babysitting and teaching children from newborn to 18+.

$25–30/hr

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Juana D.

15 years paid experience
14 miles

$17–25/hr

Good evening,My name is Juana I have experience taking care of children from 1 month to 14 years old. I worked with children for many years. I have a reference if you need it. Please call me at this number 9143208653 if you need my service Than you..

$17–25/hr

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