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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Teresa L.

30 years paid experience
12 miles

$12–14/hr

With over 30 years experience caring for children of all ages and abilities I have gained exceptional childcare experiences. I have always loved children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. I strive to be a responsible, reliable and caring person. Being with children gives me so much joy and knowing I am able to make them happy safe and comfortable gives me great purpose. I always respect the homes of those I have the pleasure of working for as well as their wishes and desires for their children’s upbringing.

$12–14/hr

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Suzanne G.

5 years paid experience
12 miles

$17–22/hr

HI, I'm Suzy.......I have a degree in Early Childhood Education and many years as a Deputy Sheriff and EMT. I moved to Ohio to be near my 3 year old granddaughter.

$17–22/hr

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Evelyn V.

3 years paid experience
7 miles

$20–25/hr

Im attending school in Newark for my RN. I have my LPN license and am CPR certified. I have three years of babysitting experience and am available on Friday’s and the weekends. I have my own car and am able to run errands if needed. Feel free to send a message!

$20–25/hr

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Ewelina K.

12 years paid experience
12 miles

$18–25/hr

Hi! My name is Ewelina and I’m Polish but I’ve been living in US for little over 5 years and my English is fluent. I came to US for the first time as an AuPair for American family here in Columbus and I was taking care of 3 wonderful kids ( infant, and two preschoolers)for 2 years. After that I was working for a year for another family where I was taking care of two little kids ☺️ I always loved spending time with kids since I was a teenager - I would always play with little kids on the playground and watching them when parents were not around. Then I started babysitting for family and friends and then I took over some families from my moms babysitting job. After high school I was studying Early Childhood Development and was part of many kindergartens, camps, indoor playgrounds and charities. I recently also worked as an Infant teacher in a daycare since December 2024. I think what I most love about kids is how honest and unpredictable they are and how much we can learn from them . I love spending time outdoors, exploring with kids, doing little experiments, crafts and imaginable play. Hope to talk with you soon and help you with your little ones.

$18–25/hr

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Elizabeth H.

2 years paid experience
7 miles

$20–30/hr

My name is Liz I have worked with children for about 2 years I was a nanny to one special needs child around 10 years old and one child who is now 7 I have cpr certificate and also first aid I have worked in home health care before and love kids I am more then willing to pick up and make food I have a 2 year old step son of my own and I am comfortable with pets and different family dynamics I have some free time on my hands and would love to work with a family

$20–30/hr

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Zoe H.

8 years paid experience
7 miles

$22–26/hr

Hi! My name is Zoë, and I’ve been babysitting since I was young. I’ve always loved being around kids; they’re full of energy, creativity, and make every day fun. I have experience caring for children of all ages, including working in a school with toddlers, which gave me great hands-on experience helping little ones learn and grow. I love keeping kids entertained with crafts, games, and activities, and I always make sure they feel safe, cared for, and happy. I’m patient, dependable, and love helping out with anything from homework to snack time!

$22–26/hr

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Marina H.

15 years paid experience
7 miles

$17–30/hr

Hi, I'm a mom of 2 girls and am looking to help a family out that needs childcare. I stay at home with my 20 month old so she would be coming along with me.