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.

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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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Madison C.

9 years paid experience
11 miles

$18–20/hr

Hi! My name is Madison, and I’d love to be considered for your childcare needs. I have 10 years of professional childcare experience in a daycare setting and have worked with children of all ages. I’m especially experienced with infants, having spent 5 years working in an infant classroom. I’m CPR certified, have completed 60 hours of state childcare training, and completed a year of college coursework in Early Childhood Education. I’m also a mom of two, and caring for children is something I genuinely love and take very seriously. I’m dependable, patient, nurturing, and comfortable following a family’s routines and expectations. My regular availability is Monday–Friday from 7:00 AM–4:30 PM, and I’m available all day and evening on weekends for babysitting or date nights. I’d be happy to answer any questions, provide additional information about my experience, and get to know your family to see if I’d be a good fit. I’d love the opportunity to help make childcare easier and give you peace of mind while your children are in my care! 🤍

$18–20/hr

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Carole F.

0 years paid experience
11 miles

$14–24/hr

Hello, I am a recent college graduate with a bachelor in Psychology focusing on child development. Over the past 6 years, I have had experience caring for children within my family, at school, and at church. While new to professional childcare, I have a genuine passion for caring for children and creating a safe and supportive environment. I am CPR/First Aid certified and have experience assisting children with special needs. I am skilled in meal prep, sick care, creative activities, and have a car. I truly enjoy building connections with children and appreciating how unique each child is. As well as adjusting my care to their personalities. I try to adapt what I do to if they are more shy or adventurous, more artsy or more sporty, or need space rather than energetic attention. Feel free to contact me for references or set up a call! Thank you.

$14–24/hr

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Kara H.

1 year paid experience
2 miles

$14–18/hr

I love to hear a happy kiddo! weather it’s playtime, going outside, story time , or lunch time, i love making the little ones happy because while they’re still figuring things out they need encouragement! I’ve babysat for my old neighbors for a while! I have training in CPR for adults, children, and infants, as well as the Heimlich for them as well. also have training in BLS and first aid!