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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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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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Taylor B.

3 years paid experience
13 miles

$12–100/hr

Looking for a full time or part time position with a longer term commitment. I had previous experience nannying and have coached gymnastics for over three years of children with various ages.

$12–100/hr

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Taylor N.

10 years paid experience
13 miles

$20–30/hr

Hello! my name is Taylor and I am 28 years old. I am a huge arts and crafts lover, I love music very much as well!(: I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember and I also worked in a daycare with infants and toddlers!(: I just love being around kids and I like thinking of different and creative arts and crafts I can do with them. I have my own Etsy store that I’m very passionate about. I also enjoy being outdoors and camping. Thanks for taking the time to read this have a great day!

$20–30/hr

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Taylor N.

10 years paid experience
13 miles

$25–30/hr

Hello there! I'm Taylor & I am 33 years old and live in Winsted. I am willing to travel for the right position. I have worked with kids for a little over 10 years. I have been a babysitter, nanny and teacher. I adore kids and am looking to pick up some babysitting shifts on the weekends. I would love to connect with you!

$25–30/hr

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Bailey P.

14 years paid experience
15 miles

$22–30/hr

Homeschool & Sunday school teacher mom of 2 little boys (5 & 1). Recently renewed my first aid, CPR, and AED certification (Nov. ‘25). Before having kids of my own I nannied for 3 different families with multiple children with ages ranging from newborn to 8 years old. In addition to that I have previously worked for an in home daycare that had roughly 8 kids each day with ages from newborn to early elementary school age. I am friendly, loving and reliable. As a stay at home mom I am looking for opportunities to earn extra income for our home by doing what I am good at - caring for babies and kids!

$22–30/hr

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Tiffaney S.

8 years paid experience
14 miles

$27–28/hr

Hi! I’m Tiffaney! 💕 I’m a warm, outgoing, compassionate mom with a big heart for children and families! I’m a proud mom to one child, and being a parent has been one of the most meaningful experiences of my life. I absolutely adore children of all ages! My son is only 15, and I’m already looking forward to being a grandma someday (no rush, of course! 😂❤️). Professionally, I bring over 25 years of experience in accounting and leadership. I’m also the founder of ReNew Cleaning Co., a locally woman-owned, community-driven business built on something much bigger than cleaning. My vision is to create a ripple of renewal in our community through kindness, meaningful relationships, giving back, and supporting local women, children, and families. Helping others has always been close to my heart. My bigger vision is to be an advocate for emotional literacy and adoption. As I continue growing my business, I’m looking for flexible opportunities to connect with and support local families while doing something I genuinely love. I will have an operational manager, so I’ll have more free time to focus on what’s truly important and supporting families. I’m active, nurturing, down-to-earth, and enjoy nature, staying busy, sharing laughs, and bringing positive energy into everyday life. I believe children thrive when they feel safe, heard, encouraged, and genuinely cared for. I’m available for occasional babysitting, date nights, evenings, weekends, last-minute childcare, and household or family assistance. I’d love to get to know your family and be someone you can count on when you need an extra helping hand! Looking forward to connecting! 💕

$27–28/hr

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