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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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Orelle G.

8 years paid experience
5 miles

$20–25/hr

I graduated from South University with a bachelors degree in psychology. I currently work as an ABA therapist for autistic children. I have years of working with children as a caregiver, babysitter, and nanny. I am enthusiastic, compassionate, and dependable.

$20–25/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Jasmine M.

Orelle was very professional and on time. She was great with my high needs baby. Her voice calmed him right away. I plan to hire Orelle again. Thank you so much Orelle!

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Kristen P.

7 years paid experience
12 miles

$20–24/hr

My name is Kristen and I am 26 years old. I have experience babysitting children of ages 3 months to 13 years old. I am CPR certified and have a reliable car. I work during the weekdays, but I have availability during the week after 4:30pm and am available on the weekends! My goal is always to cater to the child's interests and keep them active, creative, happy, and safe.

$20–24/hr

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Karolay R.

1 year paid experience
10 miles

$17–25/hr

I have always enjoyed working with children because I love supporting their growth, watching them learn, and helping them have fun safely. Being a babysitter allows me to combine my patience and creativity to provide a safe, joyful, and stimulating environment. I have experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, both at home and in extracurricular activities. My skills include effective communication, conflict resolution, routine organization, planning educational and creative activities, assisting with homework, preparing healthy meals, and supervising outdoor play. Additionally, I have completed courses in childcare and safety, allowing me to provide responsible, reliable, and adaptable care for each family. I'm new to this app. I'm a Spanish speaker with basic English skills. Give me a chance to show my love for children. Thanks Note: Right now I'm taking care of a toddler on Monday to Friday 4pm - 6pm

$17–25/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Tejaswita P.

It is hard to put into words how grateful we are for Karolay. ❤️ Karolay has been with our family for the past four months, caring for our son since he was just four months old. As first-time parents, going back to work and leaving our baby with someone else was one of the hardest things we've had to do. We were so nervous, but from the very beginning, Karolay made us feel completely at ease. She earned our trust almost instantly, and looking back now, we truly couldn't have asked for a better person to care for our little boy. She is one of the kindest, most patient, and most dependable people we've met. She was always on time, attentive, and brought such a calm, positive presence into our home every single day. She genuinely loved our son and was so invested in helping him grow. She spent countless hours playing with him, encouraging him to crawl, teaching him new things, and celebrating every little milestone with us. Her patience never wavered, even on the more challenging days. She also adored our cat, and it was always so sweet to see her show the same love and care to every member of our family. Somewhere along the way, she stopped feeling like "our nanny" and simply became part of our family. Now our son is starting daycare, and saying goodbye is incredibly bittersweet. We already miss seeing her every day. We truly feel that God brought Karolay into our lives at exactly the right time, and we will always be grateful for everything she has done for our family. We will absolutely be calling her whenever we need a babysitter, and we recommend her wholeheartedly to any family looking for someone who is loving, patient, trustworthy, and genuinely passionate about caring for children. Any family would be so lucky to have her, just as we were. ❤️

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Jennifer W.

30 years paid experience
5 miles

$22–25/hr

I am a caring second grade teacher of 34+ years in a public school system. I have a certificate in Early Childhood Education. I have experience taking care of children and the elderly. I enjoy tutoring, babysitting, crafts, and fun activities. Your home or mine. Thank you.

$22–25/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Lucy and Michael B.

Jennifer is wonderful with kids! My four all love her, she plays with them and makes them feel important. She also handled activities and lunch with ease. She is reliable and responsible and friendly!

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Shirley C.

12 years paid experience
12 miles

$20–25/hr

Hello my name is Shirley. I have been working with kids for 16 years now. Mom is an owner of a preschool so I have been with all ages. I also have been doing babysitting on the side. I have done all types of babysitting. Couple of hours, all day, all night. I have done it all.

$20–25/hr

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Moriah M.

20 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$24–27/hr

I am passionate in being a part of a child's personal and intellectual growth. I am motivated to help children flourish from their life experiences and be an influential role model to them. I possess experience in care giving, childcare from infant to 18, and working with children with mental health and challenging behaviours. I have learned I work well in extremely challenging situations and I am able to fill many roles. I have strong communication skills along with an excellent work ethic with good attendance and punctuality. Experience/Qualifications Child development activities (Sharing and social skills, Sensory play, Music, Art, Building blocks/Patterns/Puzzles, Imaginative and character play, Exercise) Educational learning goals/lessons (ABC's, Reading and writing (Phonics), Counting/Math, Colors and objects, Science, ASL) Cooking and Nutrition Potty training (Ages 1 - 3) Sleep scheduling (Ages Infant- 5) Bottle feeding (Ages Infant- 2) Diaper changing (Ages Infant- 3).

$24–27/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Chantal C.

We interviewed her for a full time position but then our childcare needs changed suddenly. We really liked her and our 4 yr old daughter seemed to like her immediately (and she is normally shy). Although we did not end up hiring her, I would have felt very comfortable with her watching our kids

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Ashlyn O.

6 years paid experience
11 miles

$18–20/hr

Hi! I’m Ashlyn Ollenberger. I’m currently a Senior at Liberty University and have had nanny experience for six years! Also, I am first aid and CPR certified and have a valid drivers license. I would feel comfortable with a setting with any pets. I would also feel comfortable driving kids to and from activities. I have experience watching children in all age ranges and can provide references along with a resume! You can reach me at ashlyn11132000@gmail.com with any questions or concerns!

$18–20/hr

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Churee P.

5 years paid experience
11 miles

$20–24/hr

I am very adventurous and open minded to all things in life. 6+ years in childcare, experiences include daycare teaching, and 3 wonderful families I’ve nannied before. I love nature, hanging out, and meeting new people. I've also always loved kids and pets, babysitting was one of my first jobs and i loved it. It taught me patience at a young age and im forever grateful for it. For anymore questions or concerns, please message me!

$20–24/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Cody G.

Julie was fantastic with our twin boys. She has amazing energy and is truly passionate about child care. She spent majority of the week during the day with the boys playing, feeding and reading too them. She would send us updates regularly of what they were doing and how they were doing. She was great with communicating any issues or concerns. Our time with Julie ended early unfortunately due to commute / travel issues. We highly recommend her as a caregiver.

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Randajah J.

5 years paid experience
12 miles

$18–25/hr

Heeeyyy! My name is Randajah (Ran - Deja) Jackson and I'm 23 years old. I am an energetic Babysitter/ Nanny with 7 years experience with infants, toddlers, and elementary school children. I’m First Aid & CPR Certified. I managing daily schedules and routines to create educational activities while ensuring a safe and a nurturing environment for children. Prepare nutritious meals; keeping areas clean & organized to maintain safety!

$18–25/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Rachel F.

Very friendly and reliable!

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Kalysia B.

3 years paid experience
15 miles

$18–40/hr

Hi! I'm Kalysia 😊 I'm an elementary school teacher with CMS, a former lead staff member for an after-school enrichment program, and most importantly, a mom to an adventurous 2.5-year-old who keeps me on my toes! I love creating fun, screen-free experiences that keep kids learning, exploring, and having fun. Whether your child enjoys crafts, sensory play, science experiments, outdoor adventures, sports, reading, imaginative play, or even video games, I love meeting kids where their interests are. I'm CPR trained, have a Bachelor's degree in Biology, am currently a phlebotomist, and have years of experience working with children of all ages. My goal is simple: create a safe, engaging, and fun environment where your child feels comfortable, confident, and excited to play, learn, and explore. I can't wait to meet your little one!