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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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Xhyere D.

5 years paid experience
4 miles

$15–20/hr

Hello my name is Xhyere and I am a certified babysitter. When I am not at school I am working at a child development center. I have five years of child care experience ranging from all ages. I love working with children and helping with their development. I enjoy doing activities and interactive learning/playing. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I also have my own transportation and have a flexible schedule.

$15–20/hr

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Angela T.

5 years paid experience
8 miles

$14–18/hr

I enjoy working with children. I have worked in early childhood education and I have also, in the past, been a nanny. I have experience also working with special needs also. I am 53 years old and I have one son. I also have a chauffeurs license. Thank you, Angela

$14–18/hr

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Shelby W.

0 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$15–20/hr

I love being a sitter to be able to connect with children of all ages and getting to learn the special characteristics of each child. I enjoy doing all sorts of activates such as playing games, crafting, dancing and just overall being silly. Working with kids really helps me learn and grow in different aspects of my life by learning patience, paying close attention, and learning how to make the best of of a negative. situation. I have no prior paid experiences with taking care of kids, but I watch my young nephews and nieces from time to time and enjoy getting to spend quality time with them. I am hoping by putting myself out there I can gain more experience in this area. I am available for not only watching said children but also taking care of chores around the house to make my clients live easier.

$15–20/hr

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Payton L.

2 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$13–22/hr

Hi! My name is Payton and i graduated from Brusly High. I come from a super big family and i’m the second oldest so taking on a nurturer role has always been natural for me. Before working at a daycare i’ve always babysat cousins and family friends, which inspired me to choose my current career choice. Since i’m in school to become a pediatrician , lately i’ve been dedicating my time to a daycare called the Academy of Early Learning in hopes of getting more used to children’s mannerisms and making sure that children start they days off correctly. A child is definitely a product of their environment so making sure that you spark positivity into their daily lives is super important. For this job I was required to renew my CPR certification, and take training courses that stress the importance of how children are and how we can help contain and manage their emotions effectively!

$13–22/hr

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Tniyah W.

10 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$20–23/hr

I'm an energetic sitter with a genuine passion for caring for kids. While new to professional child care, I have experience babysitting my cousins, providing engaging activities and helping with after-school meals and homework. I'm excited to bring my passion and positive attitude to families in Louisiana. I'm CPR + First Aid certified and ready to create a fun, supportive environment while gaining valuable experience and supporting your family's needs.

$20–23/hr

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Kahless C.

7 years paid experience
11 miles

$17–25/hr

I have grown up all my life caring for kids, from my own little brother to cousins and more. My little brother taught me a lot as well on patient and how to take care of kids as he had special needs and even know it’s challenging I was able to adapt and learn. I can cook and clean if you want me to I have been staying home alone on late nights since I was like 9 so I have gained hours and hours of experience on how to take care of things and get things done. I can drive and have never gotten in a wreck or a ticket. I also love to run errands and do stuff so if you want me to do that as well it’s right up my alley! I’m a fun guy and just trying to be the best person for you to babysit your kid!