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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Hailey W.

4 years paid experience
4 miles

$20–30/hr

i! My name is Hailey, and I’m a caring, reliable, and patient person who loves working with children. I enjoy helping kids learn, grow, and feel safe in their everyday routines. I’m someone who believes in creating a fun, supportive, and positive environment where children can be themselves while also learning important skills like kindness, responsibility, and respect. I’m responsible, organized, and good at staying calm in busy situations. I can help with things like homework, meal prep, light housekeeping related to the kids, playtime, and keeping a consistent daily routine. I also enjoy doing creative activities like arts and crafts, reading stories, and playing games that keep kids engaged and active. Families can count on me to be dependable, communicative, and attentive to their children’s needs. I take safety seriously and always do my best to make sure kids are happy, comfortable, and well cared for. I would love the opportunity to support a family and be a positive part of their children’s daily lives.

$20–30/hr

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Mattie C.

3 years paid experience
4 miles

$23–35/hr

I'm a very enthusiastic and kind person. I plan on starting college online soon! I'm 18, although i'm younger I do have a lot of experience working with children, I babysat most of my teen years and have experience working at a daycare for infants for a short time. I'm cpr and first aid certified. I as well have my food handlers for child care.

$23–35/hr

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Madilyn W.

2 years paid experience
15 miles

$18–30/hr

Hey! I am a huge kids and animal lover. I grew up with a family that i babysat their kids from infants to now 10 years old. I love babysitting I think it is so fun, and I love children. I also am CNA certified so in order to be one i have to be CPR and First-Aid certified. I also love to clean so i’m sure that will also be done while babysitting as well as anything else you would ask me to do. Laundry, dishes, errands, picking kids up from school, I am very flexible and would love to help you with whatever you need!