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.

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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.

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.

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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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Jenny M.

7 years paid experience
8 miles

$12–15/hr

Hello! My name is Jenny and I have been a babysitter for 7 years and a dog sitter for 2 years. I have worked in two childcare facilities for three years. I graduated from Boise State of winter 2019 and currently work as an AmeriCorps Vista for the Idaho Youth Ranch

$12–15/hr

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5.0

Melanie N.

Jenny is wonderful! She has sat for us a few evenings and my girls love her and she's very friendly. Happy to have her. She's responsible and trustworthy.

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Alize H.

8 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$20–25/hr

💕 Welcome to My Babysitting Page! 🧸 Hi, moms and dads! ❤️ I’m a loving, dependable, and trustworthy childcare provider with 10+ years of babysitting experience caring for children of different ages. As a mom myself, I understand how important it is to find someone you can trust to care for your little ones as if they were their own. ✨ What I Offer: * 💗 A safe, loving, and nurturing environment * 🧸 Fun, age-appropriate activities and playtime * 🍼 Attentive care tailored to your child’s needs * 🏡 In-home childcare for added convenience * 🎒 After-school pickup and care (availability may vary) I’m currently accepting children ages 1 and up and would love to connect with families looking for reliable, consistent childcare. My goal is to give parents peace of mind while making sure their little ones feel safe, happy, and loved. 🥰 📩 Message me for availability, rates, and more information! I look forward to meeting your family! 💕

$20–25/hr

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Stephanie L.

18 years paid experience
5 miles

$20–30/hr

I am a mom of 2 boys. 18 and 16 years old now. Looking to help families with their children. I understand Mom and Dad need breaks too. Available in afternoons, nights and weekends. I trained my 2 boys with potty training, I love to cook, I can assist in cleaning. 18 years experience with my children. Prior to that i did babysitting in high-school for my neighbors. Experience with children with ADHD and ODD.

$20–30/hr

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Ciarra W.

6 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$15–20/hr

Hello everyone I'm Ciarra, a dedicated childcare professional with 5 years of professional experience. I strongly believe children learn best through play. I am CPR and first aid certified, comfortable with caring for multiple children, and children with special needs. I can provide numerous references upon request. I'd describe my personality as fun, outgoing, and creative.

$15–20/hr

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Lachlan N.

3 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$17–23/hr

I have been watching kids for as long as I can remember I started babysitting for family and friends at 12 years old. At 16 I started a job at a daycare but had to quit that to go to college. Once I started college I found a nannying job and have been doing that since.

$17–23/hr

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Lindy H.

5 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$18–40/hr

Hi my name is Lindy Hall! As the second oldest of 7 kids I’ve been taking care of kids pretty much my whole life and I’ve always loved it. (It’s rare to find a photo of me as a kid where I’m not taking care of whatever baby is around at the moment). After I turned 12 I started booking babysitting jobs for families in my neighborhood and eventually I moved on to being a regular weekly nanny for a few families at a time and was a nanny to roughly 9 kids total. Beyond my childcare experience, I’m also a trained chef, tutor, housekeeper, and have a lot of experience in providing constructive emotional support to children.

$18–40/hr

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Mariah H.

6 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$10–15/hr

Hello my names Mariah! I have been a preschool teacher for the past couple years and I think that id be a great babysitter because I have been babysitting since I was I was around 13, I have a son of my own, I'm first aid and CPR certificated, I'm great at cooking and baking, and so much more !