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.

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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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Leslie H.

4 years paid experience
12 miles

$16–22/hr

Hi there I’m Leslie! I am a 19 year old college student turning 20 that lives in Clarksville TN. I am a pre nursing major and have 3yrs of childcare experience! I cared for ages 6months and up! I prefer to babysit in the parents home. I speak Spanish and I’m happy to do light house work along with cooking and helping with homework! hope you give me the chance to work for you beautiful family! I am flexible with scheduling unfortunately I can not help Sundays !

$16–22/hr

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Lorelei B.

3 years paid experience
12 miles

$10–15/hr

I am 20 years old and a current senior in college studying Biomedical Science. I am home from my university until late August and I am looking for a summer babysitting position where I can provide dependable, attentive care for your family. I have several years of experience caring for children through private babysitting, Vacation Bible School (VBS), and children's Sunday School during high school and my early college years. I have experience working with children of all ages. In a previous role, I served as the primary caregiver for school-aged children, preparing meals, helping with homework, keeping the home tidy, and ensuring the children followed their daily routines. In addition to childcare, I am comfortable caring for pets, cooking meals, light housekeeping, and helping families with everyday household tasks. I enjoy playing games, doing crafts, reading books, spending time outside, and finding age-appropriate activities that keep children engaged. I have my own reliable transportation and I am happy to prepare meals, help with homework, care for pets, do light housekeeping, and assist with other household tasks to help make your day easier. I am dependable, organized, and learn routines quickly. I adapt well to each family's preferences and parenting style, and I am always happy to follow instructions to ensure your children are cared for the way you want and need them to be.

$10–15/hr

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Aubrie B.

3 years paid experience
8 miles

$17–23/hr

I love being a sitter because caring for children brings me joy and fulfillment. I enjoy creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where kids feel comfortable and supported. My experience includes raising my younger brother from birth until he was 5 years old, which gave me hands-on knowledge of childcare and managing daily routines. I’ve also babysat for families in my community during evenings and weekends, gaining experience with children of different ages. Through these experiences, I’ve developed strong skills in patience, responsibility, household management, and communication with parents. I currently have my CPR and First Aid certifications. I am looking for a long term stable job to continue my career in child care.

$17–23/hr

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Jashayla Q.

1 year paid experience
10 miles

$15–16/hr

Hello everyone! My name is Jashayla and i am 18 years old! I am currently a college student attending Western Kentucky University for my bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education! Prior to that, i have earned my Early Childhood Entry level certification at Hopkinsville Community College! Working with children brings light and shine to my life! I have such a strong passion for working with children and LOVE every single moment spent! I’ve also worked at the YMCA childcare center for 5 months. Adding onto that, I also worked at Hilldale Christian Childcare Center for 7 months. Both locations were great, my reason for leave was because of school. At these jobs I assisted with diapering, feeding, interaction with the children, tidying up, and more! I’m also CPR and AED certified! If you or someone you may know have any questions feel free to reach out to me!