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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Sara N.

6 years paid experience
14 miles

$18–23/hr

Hi, I'm Sara! I graduated from high school in 2019 and I am a college student at Owens Community College for Occupational Therapy Assisting. Throughout high school I was a babysitter for a few different families and really enjoyed it. I became a Pre-K teacher at a private school called Primrose Schools and taught there for four years. I really enjoyed spending each day with such incredible children and really loved creating a safe and happy environment where the children felt comfortable being themselves. At Primrose, I made lesson plans, fun activities, and had lots of story times and fun science experiments!! I just moved back to my hometown in January to finish college. I have all online classes, so I had the ability to be very flexible and reliable as a full time employee. I have a reliable car, I have done cpr and first aid training, and have a clean driving record. It truly is so important to find a safe and reliable person to watch your kids and I would love to be that for you and your family. Thank you for your time!

$18–23/hr

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Autumn T.

10 years paid experience
8 miles

$12–20/hr

Hi! My name is Autumn, and I am a first-year student at the University of Findlay majoring in Exercise Science, with plans to become a physical therapist. I have been babysitting since I was 8 years old and have experience caring for children of all ages. I am available weekday afternoons through evenings and may also be available on weekend nights. I am highly experienced with babies and toddlers, but I also love building meaningful connections with school-aged kids. I am CPR and First Aid certified, enjoy helping around the house, and am always happy to assist parents in any way I can. I have reliable transportation and am able to run errands or drive children to activities as needed. Please feel free to reach out—I would love to help your family!

$12–20/hr

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Sharon B.

20 years paid experience
8 miles

$20–25/hr

"Compassionate and reliable nanny with over seven years of professional experience caring for children from infancy through elementary school. Adept at creating safe, nurturing, and engaging environments while building strong, trusting relationships with both children and parents. Experienced in developing age-appropriate activities, managing daily routines, and ensuring consistent communication to support a child's social and academic development. Certified in First Aid and CPR".

$20–25/hr

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Destiny K.

7 years paid experience
8 miles

$10–15/hr

I love being a sitter because helping people brings me joy and full of life. I currently am employed for a job where I work with individuals that have special needs. We help take care of them with what ever they need done. I am currently trying to look for a full time babysitting job and get out of the current field I am working at. I love to play sports and traveling.

$10–15/hr

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Raelynn P.

2 years paid experience
15 miles

$15–25/hr

Hello! My name is Raelynn but most people call me Rae. I am the oldest of nine kids, both of my parents worked full time and even some overtime. With that being said, I was watching and cooking for all of my siblings, along with cleaning the house on my own by the age of 15. I grew up on a farm so I was raised around animals meaning I’m comfortable working with pets as well. I can be a babysitter, house keeper, or if you have older parents who need some company, I can do that too as I have experience as an in home caregiver! I am also CPR and first aid certified:)