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.

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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.

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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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Rachael J.

10 years paid experience
12 miles

$15–25/hr

Hi! My name is Rachael, and I truly enjoy working with children and being a positive, dependable presence in their lives. Babysitting has always felt natural to me because I love helping kids learn, grow, and feel safe while their parents are away. Seeing children smile, laugh, and feel comfortable around me is one of the most rewarding parts of what I do. I have experience caring for children of different ages, including infants, toddlers, and school-aged kids. My responsibilities have included preparing meals and snacks, helping with homework, creating fun and educational activities, maintaining routines, bedtime assistance, and ensuring a clean and safe environment. I understand how important consistency and patience are when caring for children. I would be a great fit because I am responsible, attentive, trustworthy, and calm under pressure. Parents can rely on me to follow instructions carefully and communicate clearly about their child’s day. Safety is always my top priority, and I make sure children feel heard, respected, and cared for at all times.

$15–25/hr

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Andrea A.

10 years paid experience
8 miles

$9–13/hr

Wages are negotiable. I am willing to work with you when it comes to fees. It is about ensuring that your children are in safe hands when you cannot be there. I am married to a man in the U. S. Navy and I am attending college for a B.A. in secondary social studies education. I currently have an A.S. in Social Sciences/education. I have happy and healthy dogs, but no children of my own yet. I've been a babysitter since 2010. They were all between the ages of 1 month and 14 years, both girls and boys. I have owned and worked with many animals. Pet care is free with child care. I can cook and I have my own car. Cleaning up after myself and the kids will not be an issue. I also have no problem picking up kids from school or taking them wherever they need to go. I love playing games and am always interested in what your child wants to do. I will always put their needs before anything else while they are in my care. I love the outdoors and influencing kids to learn or experience new things. I understand being social and a great role model is very important for your or any child's development and I look forward to being a positive influence in their lives if you consider me for a child's caregiver. I love kids and I am equipped to take care of all. I am first aid/CPR/AED certification for adults and pediatrics. I look forward to hearing from you. I Appreciate you taking the time to read through this. Let me know if you have any questions.

$9–13/hr

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Riley H.

0 years paid experience
12 miles

$14–18/hr

hello, my name is riley and i absolutely adore kids. they bring me so much joy and ik how hard it is to find babysitters/nanny’s nowadays but im more then willing to do whatever it takes to make you and your child feel safe and have a wonderful time in my care

$14–18/hr

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Erica S.

20 years paid experience
14 miles

$20–25/hr

Hello. I am currently looking for another amazing family to nanny for just on Mondays. I have worked in multiple child care facilities, nannied, and babysat for over 20 years. I am certified in CPR and first aid. I love being outside, reading, arts and crafts. I love keeping busy and staying organized. I have two dogs of my own and love walking them. I do have an almost 3 year old son that I bring with me. Please feel free to ask any other questions you may have and for references if you would like any. Thank you so much for taking the time to read about me. Hope to hear from you soon!

$20–25/hr

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Paige B.

3 years paid experience
9 miles

$8–10/hr

I’m a fun energetic person. I love the outdoors and baking and making crafts. I went to the Wayne county schools career center for early childhood. I love getting to know the children and their personalities and watching them grow.

$8–10/hr

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Callee G.

3 years paid experience
8 miles

$19–30/hr

I love being with children as they are so enjoyable to be around. I have always liked children and taking care of them. I worked at a daycare for about 4 years with kids from ages starting at a month old to about 12 years old. I have cooked for them as well as dealt with sickness and potty training. Becoming close with the kids and understanding how they are is a big part for me and it is just something that I really enjoy doing.