What is the going rate for babysitters in Lancaster, NY?

The national typical hourly rate in 2021 is $17.00 for babysitters. When deciding how much to pay your babysitter, it’s important to set a competitive rate to attract the best caregivers. But there are lots of factors to think about when determining the cost of child care. Use Sittercity’s chart to determine the most appropriate babysitting rate by hourly wage by location.

How do I find a babysitter for my kids in Lancaster, NY?

Start by posting a job that details your needs for free on Sittercity. Your job will be shared with a community of available babysitters. Interested sitters will apply directly to your job and you’ll be notified via email and on the platform. From there, conduct interviews with your favorites. Once you’ve narrowed your search, start vetting individual babysitters by running background checks and checking references before the job officially starts.

What kind of babysitters can I find in Lancaster, NY?

You can find babysitters for in-home care or for a virtual sitting. Babysitters can help families with managing strict schedules, transportation to activities, homework help, last-minute coverage, date nights, and more.

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Available babysitters in Lancaster, NY

Jennifer C.

13 years paid experience
9 miles

$ 14–18/hr

Hi, My name is Jennifer. I am 41, a non- smoker with no children of my own. I went and graduated from St. Mary's High School in Lancaster, NY (1997). I also have a Degree in Early Childhood Education from Villa Maria College of Buffalo (2000). My degree primarily focuses on infants thro...

$ 14–18/hr

Mia H.

5 years paid experience
7 miles

$ 13–20/hr

Hi! My name is Mia and I’ve been babysitting and tutoring for years now. :) I do have my own vehicle, and I am also CPR certified. I also will supply crafts/work books/etc if needed, and I like to plan out the day a bit with activities for the kids. I try to engage with the kids as much as possible!...

$ 13–20/hr

Zakiya H.

5 years paid experience
12 miles

$ 16–25/hr

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I am 22 years old currently attending graduate school. I am getting my masters in exceptional education. I love working with children and have my whole life. I attend SUNY at buffalo state college. I currently work at buffalo state child care with children the age of 6 weeks to 4 years old. I have 6...

$ 16–25/hr

Anastasia S.

6 years paid experience
14 miles

$ 17–25/hr

(1)

Hello. My name is Anastasia. I worked as a nanny for many families and I have good experience working with children from birth to 7 years. I had 3 years experiencewith children. With children, I really enjoy playing and studying their worldview. I like to play with them and develop my horizons. At ...

$ 17–25/hr

Beth M.

27 years paid experience
10 miles

$ 12–15/hr

(1)

I am CPR certified. I have raised a son who is now 27. In addition I have been a child care provider for my sister's two daughters until they reached the age of 12. I have also cared for a neighbor's two boys until they were 10. I went there at 5 and got them off to school and then went there af...

$ 12–15/hr

marisa m.

10 years paid experience
13 miles

$ 6–10/hr

(1)

Hi I’m a single mom of 2 kids. My daughter is 16 and my son is 11. I’ve been providing childcare for about 10 years. I’m available anytime day or night weekends and overnights as well.

$ 6–10/hr

barbara m.

35 years paid experience
13 miles

$ 15–30/hr

(1)

My name is Barbara Monin my husband and I just celebrated are 32 wedding anniversary in june.I'm a mother of 4 children. My 2 youngest children are twins who are going to be 20 in October. Are oldest daughter who is happily married has blessed us with twin grandsons who are 3 . My husband just retir...

$ 15–30/hr

Kyra M.

4 years paid experience
10 miles

$ 8–10/hr

(1)

Hi! My name is Kyra and I'm currently an undergraduate student at the University of Pittsburgh. During the summer, I live at home in the Buffalo area. I am more than willing to travel to you for child care. I am the oldest of four children (my youngest sibling is 9 years younger than me), so I've ha...

$ 8–10/hr

Giana R.

7 years paid experience
11 miles

$ 25–30/hr

(1)

I am a 31-year-old loving and friendly caregiver. Being one of seven children has input a love of children words cannot explain. I always had a busy life of sports, school activities and events I shared with my siblings and friends which I now appreciate very much. After getting my bachelors degree ...

$ 25–30/hr

Lindsay M.

16 years paid experience
8 miles

$ 15–20/hr

(1)

Hello! I am a previous nanny & daycare teacher who has been running an in-home daycare for 6 years now. Since having kids of my own, I have watched multiple other children both full and part time to eventually get my LLC. We have been truly blessed in welcoming little ones into our home as my childr...

$ 15–20/hr

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Babysitting FAQs

Start by posting a job that details your needs for free on Sittercity. Your job will be shared with a community of available babysitters. Interested sitters will apply directly to your job and you’ll be notified via email and on the platform. From there, conduct interviews with your favorites. Once you’ve narrowed your search, start vetting individual babysitters by running background checks and checking references before the job officially starts.