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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.

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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Jennifer J.

0 years paid experience
15 miles

$18–22/hr

I am 52 yrs old, married for 33 yrs to my wonderful husband. We have 3 children, my oldest is a college athlete at a very elite college in Pennsylvania. I hv a 17 yr old daughter that goes to Covenant Christian high school. I also have a son in the 8th grade at Danville Middle school. I hv been a stay at home mom for yrs, both my daughters being big in travel softball. I am ready to help someone else out, I love children and wd love to be a babysitter for a family as needed. I am not looking for a full time job, i am flexible. I live in Danville, but I don’t mind driving 30-45 min. I am very patient, nurturing and great with kids. I am a non smoker, clean and responsible and wd love to help your family .

$18–22/hr

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Sherri P.

30 years paid experience
15 miles

$28–50/hr

I'm a former professional nanny with 20+ yrs of experience with NB to teens and also a mother. I've worked in home for numerous years and love being an integral part of what keeps households running smoothly and ensuring everyone's needs are met. My corporate job ended recently and it's given me the time to continue caring and serving others while having some flexibility for myself. Im punctual, professional, have an eye for detail. always leave a space better than I found it and have a warm presence and sense of humor. I'm a great cook and happy to pitch in with laundry or where I am needed most. Kids love me and the feeling is mutual. I'm looking for occasional work to part-time with busy families who need a Mary Poppins or Alice from the Brady Bunch to step in and lend a hand. I have a clean driving record, am fully insured and will submit to or provide proof of any background checks, etc to ensure your family feels safe in my care. I look forward to this next chapter!

$28–50/hr

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Destiny W.

5 years paid experience
15 miles

$16–20/hr

Hi there! My name is Destiny, I’m 26 years old. I have my Associates degree in Early Childhood Education, and I am currently going back to get my Bachelors in Elementary Education. I worked as a GA Pre-K teacher for three years, and before that I worked as a Special Education Paraprofessional. I just recently moved to Indiana where I have been working in with preschool age children. I’ve been babysitting for many years, starting back in the beginning of high school (including my two younger sisters.) I have experience with children from birth to 7 years old. I love expressing myself creatively so I believe music, art, and dance are incredibly important to incorporate into childcare. I also enjoy doing science with kids and working on letters! I speak Spanish and I would love to continue to learn more and be able to practice with the children I watch. If you have questions please feel free to reach out.

$16–20/hr

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Olivia F.

3 years paid experience
10 miles

$18–25/hr

Hi! My name is Olivia Flanagan. I am 19 years old. I am the oldest out of 12 cousins with the youngest being 8 months old, who I help with quite often. I babysat for a family in Plainfield, starting when he was around 7 months old, until our schedules no longer aligned. When I graduated high school I started working at a place called Piece by Piece which is a “school” for children with autism. At PBP I became a Registered Behavior Technician & received my CPR, First Aid & Safety care certifications. As an RBT my responsibilities were to ensure a safe & functional environment, collect data, implement behavior intervention plans & to teach & encourage academic, social & daily living skills. I absolutely LOVE working with children. With children I enjoy going for walks or to the park, playing with motor skill toys, simple crafts, watching them grow & learn, learning all the different personalities & reading. I’m looking for a family in need of a sitter whether that be full time or occasionally, I would love to help out. I am a non smoker. I have reliable transportation. No criminal or driving records. I am comfortable with all pets. If interested or have any questions at all please reach out. I look forward to hearing from you!