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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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Deasia G.

7 years paid experience
7 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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Alison M.

10 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$16–20/hr

Experience as a day care teacher 1 year old’s. Mother’s Day out teacher 2,3,& 4 year olds. Nanny caregiver infant, toddler Housekeeping experience

$16–20/hr

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Paige N.

4 years paid experience
14 miles

$10–25/hr

My name is Paige, I’m 22, a college student, and I have been working as a health care/ caregiver for 4 years and counting now. I am certified in CPR and first aid. I love kids and I am open to working around your schedule and babysitting all ages of kids or babies. I look forward to hearing from you!

$10–25/hr

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Aniya H.

3 years paid experience
8 miles

$16–25/hr

Hello! My name is Aniya. I am a 21 year old college graduate. I have had previous experience with babysitting. My sister and I had our own business our mom helped us with. I am in school to become a social worker. I love working with kids and I believe babysitting will give me the skills and strengths I need to become a social worker. I cannot wait to create great relationships with you and your children :)

$16–25/hr

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Melitia M.

10 years paid experience
7 miles

$5–14/hr

I currently reside in Lafayette with my husband and son. We are a very loving and playful family. We have a Pomeranian that is mostly inside. I love working with children and have done so for most of the early part of my life until I started working with seniors. I have a very caring and compassionate heart and truly love children. While in my home , your child will be surrounded by a positive environment and be treated as if they were my own.

$5–14/hr

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Samantha G.

3 years paid experience
4 miles

$16–20/hr

Hi! My name is Sam! I have 4 years of child care experience with ages ranging from 3-10. I am CPR and First Aid certified, and am willing and able to help with housework and homework! I am currently a college senior, majoring in graphic design! I am very passionate about the idea of "it takes a village," and being a part of that village makes me feel truly fulfilled. I also enjoy bringing small creative projects to the home when I can, and I love seeing how childrens' creativity develops! Feel free to reach out with any questions!

$16–20/hr

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Aaliyah W.

5 years paid experience
4 miles

$10–16/hr

I love kids and i love helping parents in need ? I can cook clean anything you as im waiting on mi car at the moment I have skill in everything i am a great babysitter

$10–16/hr

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Skyla S.

0 years paid experience
8 miles

$12–17/hr

Hi! My name is Skyla Spearman. I am a 19 year old nursing student at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and also in my second year. I have a little bit of experience in babysitting, so if you give me a chance I’ll greatly appreciate you☺️. I also love babies, kids and pets. I graduated high-school as well, so if I need to teach anything I can! Given that I am in college, my schedule needs to be flexible, but I will make sure to show up for you when needed! Please contact me for any questions and inquiries!

$12–17/hr

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Layla B.

7 years paid experience
8 miles

$12–16/hr

My favorite part of babysitting is how fun the job can be! When spending with children, I enjoy art and creativity, playing outside, or just having a calm movie night. I’ve worked professionally in childcare since 2019, and have been babysitting casually since age 15. Working in childcare has allowed me to take multiple state-approved health and safety classes, such as CPR, medication administration, food safety, and typical child-development themed courses. Feel free to reach out to me if you’re needing to handle some errands, go out for a fun time, or just wanting a bit of a break! I have plenty of references both personally and professionally.

$12–16/hr

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Madilyn S.

6 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$15–25/hr

I am 23 and am currently a speech-language pathologist. I used to be a nanny for three families. I was an overnight nanny for two families and helped with transportation to activities and babysat for the other family regularly. I grew to feel like I belonged in the family and enjoyed watching the kids grow up. I want to have that same feeling now. I have been babysitting for several years now and have worked with kids. I have a 6 year old sister right now, so I am familiar with high energy and attention seeking children.