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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Alexis F.

5 years paid experience
13 miles

$12–30/hr

I am the second oldest of 8 kids and have been babysitting children for the last 5 years. The children in our family range from the ages of 2 to 21. I live on a small farm and I am great with all species of animals. I have experience babysitting children with asthma, ADHD, ADD, AS, ODD, DMDD, PTSD, and TS. I am always looking for the positive side of things and I always have an upbeat attitude. I love doing crafts, singing songs, dancing, reading books, playing outside, pretend play, cooking, painting nails, doing hair, and building things. I am a very encouraging and loving person. I can cook meals, do household tasks, well versed in online schooling, great at following rules and schedules. I have my own vehicle, licensed, insured, and can drive up to 3 children.

$12–30/hr

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Evona J.

2 years paid experience
13 miles

$18–23/hr

I am a reliable and energetic sitter who loves caring for children and the elderly. I have been working as a CNA for 3 years now, and have experience with all ages. I am CPR and BLS certified, with experience in housekeeping, pet handling, medication distribution, and meal prep. I have my own car and am willing to transport. Please feel free to reach out with any questions you may have or to schedule a call!

$18–23/hr

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Madelyn P.

6 years paid experience
13 miles

$20–23/hr

I’m currently enrolled in my third year of university and have extensive child care training with six years of babysitting experience. I’ve babysat kids of many different ages ranging from 1 month old, to 11 years old. For the past three summers, I have been babysitting a four- and a six-year-old girls. I also sporadically babysit for two girls (a three-month-old and a 2-year-old) and another family with three kids (a 10-, 7-, and 3-year-old). Overall, I have babysat for 6 different families over the past 6 years. This past summer, I also became CPR and first aid certified. While in high school, I worked in a kindergarten and first-grade classroom for two years. At the end of my senior year, I obtained my para-professional certification, so I am able to help out with the kids’ homework as needed! I am currently available for weeknight or weekend babysitting. If you need any more information or want to hop on a call, I’m happy to do so!