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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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Bailey P.

14 years paid experience
12 miles

$22–30/hr

Homeschool & Sunday school teacher mom of 2 little boys (4 & 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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Molly W.

33 years paid experience
13 miles

$10–30/hr

I am a certified occupational therapist that works with special needs students in the schools as my full time job during the school year. I work with kids from birth-21 and feel comfortable with all ages. I have 2 kids of my own (16 and 13). My CPR and First Aid are not up to date but I have been trained many times in these areas and my husband is an EMT. I used to work in a hospital and am well aware of safety as it relates to choking, illness or other injuries. I love to play games, be outside, and just HAVE FUN!! I believe that kids need all kinds of sensory experiences to learn and grow. I have worked with kids my whole life and thoroughly enjoy kids and all the joy they bring. I am a high energy person who enjoys playing and discovering and would love to come come hang out with your child.

$10–30/hr

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Bailey E.

15 years paid experience
12 miles

$15–20/hr

I first became a certified babysitter when I was about 10 years old. I started with babysitting my cousins who are 10 and 7 years younger than I am. Once I learned the ropes I began working with my church nursery, Sunday school, and parents night out (a night where parents drop their children off at church and we babysit in class sizes of up to 15 children each). Later I started working summer camps for kids at church. I have taken care of new-born babies as well as toddlers, children, pre-teens, and teenagers solely by myself. For three years I helped out at my aunts daycare in Shakopee, Mel's Monkeys in the summer time. I love babies and younger children but am certainly happy to work with kids of all ages. I am willing to drive where needed, help with homework and chores, watch/take care of pets as well, work weekends and I am also willing to stay over night if needed and given enough of an advance notice. I work full time as an administrative sales assistant but I have loved taking care of kids for as long as I can remember. I also welcomed my own little munchkin a year ago, so I learned all the ins and outs of parenting firsthand.

$15–20/hr

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Grace C.

6 years paid experience
13 miles

$24–30/hr

I have worked in child care for over 6 years now, between an afterschool child care center and babysitting/nannying. I have always loved worked with kids which is why I plan to continue on and get my elementary education degree. I love planning arts and crafts for kids, I have experience planning field trips and group activities as well as one on one activities to keep their little minds busy.