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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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Amy M.

15 years paid experience
13 miles

$10–25/hr

Hi my name is Amy I've lived in the Quad Cities all of my life. I come from a big family which I'm very close with. I love the outdoors so I try to spend most of my time doing different activities outside. I love exercising running, movies,traveling and being with my family. I have two dogs Chelsea and Penelope who are also a big part of my family too. I have 2 sisters and two brothers which I'm always with one of them. I've been around kids all of my life, I've helped raise my two little cousin who are now 13 and 11. I've also helped raise my two nephew's who are 5 and 6 who I'm with all the time and just LOVE spending time with them, there so much fun. I don't have any children of my own so I love spoiling the kids, I'm the fun, cool, crazy aunt. I've raised both my cousins and nephew's from new borns so I know how to take care of babies. My family has a business which I do help with from time to time so even at work I'm with them too. Here's just a little info about myself hope you enjoy and look forward to hearing from you soon Amy.

$10–25/hr

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Elizabeth A.

2 years paid experience
13 miles

$11–20/hr

Hey! My name is Elizabeth and I love babysitting kids. I’m young, flexible, and dependable. I have my own car so driving your kids around is no problem for me.

$11–20/hr

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Jonnie D.

3 years paid experience
12 miles

$18–22/hr

I'm a college graduate with degrees in geology and German currently working during the day as a substitute teacher. My childcare experience is as a teacher, and I have been teaching for three years, two of which were as an ESL teacher in Austria. I've worked with students as young as six and as old as 18 as well as every age in between. I love working with students in small groups and helping with homework, so I'm looking to branch out into babysitting as well. I also have tutoring experience from when I was in high school and university. I am patient and playful, calm and caring. I'm more than happy to answer any questions you might have!

$18–22/hr

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Ashlynn G.

4 years paid experience
10 miles

$15–20/hr

Hi, my name is Ashlynn, I’m 18 years old. I am graduated from United township high school, I am certified in early childhood education to become an early learning teacher (infant age to 3rd grade level). I love working with all ages, including senior citizens. I do have certifications through my early childhood education class, incase needing provided. I am a hard worker, I’m willing to help provide with what you are needing me to provide for the child(ren). I’m currently employed at Eagle Ridge Elementary. I am Paraprofessional certified! I am currently working with Preschool aged students at the school! Feel free to message me with anything that is not provided but you would like to know about me! I would also like to provide upon babysitting I would like to do meet and greets! Thank you for taking the time to read this and learning some information about me.

$15–20/hr

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Clara B.

3 years paid experience
9 miles

$15–25/hr

My name is Clara. I’m married with two kids. Both boys. An almost one year old and a two year old. I have worked at a daycare and now I’m a caregiver. I used to also work in a church taking care of kids. I also had two younger siblings that I had to help take care of. I also have babysat before. I do have a cat. He is very friendly.

$15–25/hr

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Rilan J.

4 years paid experience
15 miles

$20–50/hr

Hi! My Name is Rilan Johnson! I am 18 years old and have been babysitting ever since i could drive a car! I have babysat ages ranging from newborns to 14 years old along with children with special needs! I have been a lifeguard for 4 years so i am lifeguard, cpr and first aid certified!

$20–50/hr

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Kayla K.

1 year paid experience
13 miles

$18–22/hr

really kind and good with kids very helpful Can be helpful with homework and daily necessities and making sure that the kids are having fun as well and a hard worker

$18–22/hr

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Hannah H.

3 years paid experience
15 miles

$14–18/hr

Hello! My name is Hannah, and I am currently a senior in High school. I personally enjoy working and babysitting kids due to me having over 12 younger cousins (ages 1-16). Due to having so many cousins I have had many years of childcare and am able to bond with kids in many different age groups. However For professional jobs I have been a swimming instructor (6 months) and a summer camp counselor (3 months). I also have done three overnight 6th grade campout trips with kids ages 11-12. At these campouts I have been recognized as a very respectable leader, and have been a camp leader favorite for all the years I have been there.