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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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Ciarra G.

2 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$20–25/hr

Hello! My name is Ciarra, and I am 23 years old. I have a passion for working with children and creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where they can learn and grow. I enjoy engaging kids in age-appropriate activities such as crafts, games, reading, and homework assistance. I have experience caring for children of all ages, including two years of daycare experience and several years of babysitting for families and friends. I am CPR certified, dependable, patient, and committed to providing quality care. I am now offering in-home childcare for families seeking reliable and affordable care. My home is clean, safe, and smoke-free. I provide breakfast, lunch, and snacks for children who are in my care during meal times. I can help maintain daily routines, assist with potty training, encourage good habits, and provide age-appropriate learning activities to support each child’s development. If you’re looking for a caring and trustworthy childcare provider, I’d love to speak with you and answer any questions you may have! Please feel free to message me for availability, rates, or additional information.

$20–25/hr

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Lisa D.

We couldn’t be happier with our experience. She was an absolutely amazing babysitter, reliable, attentive, and genuinely caring. From the moment she arrived, we felt completely at ease knowing our child was in great hands. She kept everything organized, followed instructions perfectly, and made sure our child was safe, happy, and engaged the entire time. Our child absolutely adored her, which says everything. We came home to a calm, happy kid and a tidy space, above and beyond what we expected. We would 100% trust her again and highly recommend her to any family looking for someone dependable and wonderful.

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Shelby T.

0 years paid experience
14 miles

$15–20/hr

I am an aspiring art teacher with a passion for working with children. While most of my babysitting experience comes from helping family and friends, I frequently interact with kids through my work as a face painter. I love arts and crafts and enjoy teaching children how to create and explore their creativity. Additionally, I have strong baking skills from working at a bakery for five years. I am currently in my second year of studying Fine Arts at community college and am excited to bring my creativity, patience, and enthusiasm to help care for and inspire children.

$15–20/hr

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Mikayla W.

18 years paid experience
13 miles

$26–40/hr

I have been providing childcare for over 18 years. I have experience with ages up to 13 years old, but I specialize in caring for newborns and infants. I also have experience with special needs and twins/multiples. I have provided care as a mother’s helper, babysitter, nanny, night nanny, respite provider, and personal aide. I have assisted with therapies, medication administration, equipment maintenance, and more. I am a mother of two, an aunt, a previous foster mom, and the oldest sibling, so my experience goes beyond my 18 years of professional caregiving. I am a Certified Newborn Care Specialist & Postpartum Doula. I am certified in Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED and I have completed Water Safety for Parents and Caregivers training through the American Red Cross. I am Safe Sleep certified and I have passed the INA’s Nanny Basic Skills Assessment as well as the INA’s NCS Basic Skills Assessment. I have completed Newborn Care Specialist training and a Postpartum Doula workshop through The Newborn Care Training Academy. I am registered with the FCSR and I have been registered to volunteer with my local school district since 2018.

$26–40/hr

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Grace O.

1 year paid experience
13 miles

$10–20/hr

Hello! I am a 3rd year UMKC student studying education, and love working with kids. My experience ranges from infants-late middle school, and I have no problem working with any age group. Because I plan to have my own classroom soon, I am always looking for more experience! I love to explore new places, I love to make crafts, and I have plenty of snack ideas! I love pets, have my own car, and have no problem preparing food/tidying or cleaning up/helping with homework. If you have any questions, please feel free to let me know!

$10–20/hr

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