How much should I pay for a babysitter in {{city}}, {{state}}?

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.

How do I find a babysitter for my kids in {{city}}, {{state}}?

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.

How do families hire trustworthy babysitters in {{city}}, {{state}}?

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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Jen C.

25 years paid experience
9 miles

$10–15/hr

I am an empty nester that enjoys children and miss my own! I was blessed in that I was able to stay home with mine when they were growing up. I also kept children in my home and worked at their preschools and elementary school. I recently was a nanny to a four year old child for two years. I am patient, reliable, have a quiet demeanor, creative, flexible with scheduling, and love to interact with little ones through play and learning activities! Love the outdoors as well. I am also willing to tidy, organize, and do light cleaning/laundry to help your schedule run more smoothly. I raised my family in NC where I have my Early Childhood Credentials. I am happy to be back in my home state of Florida and loving life here!

$10–15/hr

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Emilie P.

1 year paid experience
10 miles

$10–20/hr

Hi, I’m Emilie Pennell! I’m excited to introduce myself and share why I’d be a great choice to help care for your children. Although I don’t drive yet, I have reliable transportation to get to your house but nowhere else for the moment. I believe being punctual and dependable is really important when caring for kids. Working with children is something I love they bring out my best self. I have strong patience, creativity, and energy, and I enjoy finding fun, safe, and age appropriate ways to keep kids engaged. Whether it’s leading them in games, helping with homework, reading stories, or just playing outside, I always try to make their time enjoyable and comforting. Kids tend to warm up to me quickly. I work to build trust and make them feel safe and understood. Listening, being kind, and showing respect are core to how I behave with children I believe these things help foster a happy, secure environment. I’m flexible with scheduling and open to different ages. I care deeply about being responsible, reliable, and communicative with parents keeping you informed about what your kids are up to, any concerns, and making sure you can count on me. Thank you for considering me. I look forward to the opportunity to meet you and your children and to being someone you can rely on.