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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Deasia G.

7 years paid experience
2 miles

$13–20/hr

Hello, I hope your day is treating you well, i have been a nanny and a caregiver for over 8 years! I mainly work with kids from infants - 13years old and, seniors who require little to max assist. I currently hold a BLS certification through Our Lady of Lourdes Women and Children ( i am PRN in the NICU) and also hold my food and first aid safety certifications as well if you have any questions please feel free to message me at any time!

$13–20/hr

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Stacey C.

42 years paid experience
4 miles

$10–20/hr

I have been around children my entire life. When I was younger, my mother had a daycare and I worked there after school. I babysat through my high school and college years and have a degree in Early Childhood Education. I taught pre-k for 10 years in a Catholic School and still babysit to this day.

$10–20/hr

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Charlotte P.

Miss Stacey was a wonderful sitter for our 2-year old toddler while we were visiting from out of town for a wedding. She instantly made us comfortable with her friendly, knowledgable and calm demeanor, building on her many years of experience as a pre-school educator. Our toddler opened up to her immediately and had a fun night playing, eating dinner, and reading books before bedtime. Miss Stacey even gifted him a new book since I had mentioned he loved reading, which is just a testament to how thoughtful and kind she is. She kept us informed with updates throughout the night, and easily kept him entertained, safe, and sleeping well despite being in an unfamiliar place. We would hire her again in a heartbeat and highly recommend her as a sitter!

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Aziriah S.

2 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$20–23/hr

Hi I’m Aziriah, I just graduated high school and I’m looking to start my own daycare business. While saving for that I am working on getting my CPR and First aid certifications. I babysit all the time all ages but mainly infants and toddlers. I have babysat my neighbors children on multiple occasions and we all had a great time. Babysitting isn’t really a job for me because I have fun doing it. I have 8 siblings 7 of which are younger. I hope you can find it in your heart to trust me with your children.

$20–23/hr

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Morgan B.

5 years paid experience
6 miles

$10–20/hr

Hi! My name is Morgan! I am currently a 4th grade ELA teacher. I have been a nanny here since 2020 full-time, part-time, and occasional babysitting. I recently graduated with my master's degree from LSUS. I have a background in psychology with a strong interest in child development and behavior support. I also have experience assisting with routines, homework help, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and bedtime routines. Families often describe me as caring, organized, and easy to communicate with. Whether you need a babysitter, nanny, or extra support for your little ones, I would love the opportunity to help care for your family!

$10–20/hr

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Phoebe G.

12 years paid experience
6 miles

$15–20/hr

Hi my name is Ms. Phoebe Garrett. I am fun, loving, dependable and love children. I have 3 children of my own. I am a certified Special Education paraeducator in Lafayette Parish who worked in the school system for 26 years.. I worked as a babysitter since high school for 8 years. I love what l do. I am a certified tutor, CPI trained, CPR and first aid trained. I would love to continue to share my experience.

$15–20/hr

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Vanity W.

3 years paid experience
6 miles

$15–21/hr

Ive been babysitting my family little ones since I started high school. I joined the healthcare and it made me love kids more especially taking care of them. Kids are important and needs lots of attention. Ive learn alot about kids in these pass years. Just have to love them. I also watched my baby brother (premature-1 years old) , My two godchild ive been babysitting since newborn until now (1 years old and 4 years old). Also been in a classroom with prek-2 as a substitute teacher and did some teaching. So doing homework or anything school related is 10/10 for me.

$15–21/hr

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Brittany C.

17 years paid experience
4 miles

$15–20/hr

I been in child care for 17 years, I have 4 kids of my own. I love kids I feel like that’s my calling and that’s what I’m good at. I’m a early head start teacher right now but I’m willing to quit that for a full time nanny position

$15–20/hr

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Moriana G.

5 years paid experience
4 miles

$13–20/hr

Hi, everyone! I am a junior majoring in Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS) with a strong passion for working with children. I love being a babysitter because I truly believe kids are our future, and I enjoy creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where they can learn and grow. With over 5 years of babysitting experience, I have cared for children of various ages and understand the importance of patience, responsibility, and creativity in childcare. I am also CPR and First Aid certified, which allows me to prioritize safety while providing attentive and reliable care. I take pride in building positive relationships with both children and families, and I am committed to making every babysitting experience enjoyable, engaging, and trustworthy.

$13–20/hr

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Ana H.

6 years paid experience
6 miles

$14–16/hr

My name is Ana , I’m 22 years old . I’m very dedicated and experienced babysitter with over 5 years in childcare services . I actually work at. Daycare rn in Lafayette so I just wanna have extra income , I am very passionate about creating a safe place and fun environment for you and your kids !!!