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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Alexis N.

2 years paid experience
15 miles

$10–20/hr

Im 23, I graduated from Forest Hills and have been babysitting for years. I currently live with my partner and his 3 kids, ages 5,4 and 13 months, with one on the way myself. I have food handling, cleaning, and cooking skills. I promise i’ll love your kids just like they’re my own and give the best that I am to them.

$10–20/hr

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Alaina C.

3 years paid experience
8 miles

$17–25/hr

I am a junior in college majoring in occupational therapy with a minor in psychology. I have 4 years of unpaid childcare experience and 3 years of paid experience. I have always enjoyed working with children and have 3 nephews and a niece that I have cared for since babies. I have worked a full time summer camp counselor position with school aged children the last 2 summers. I am certified in CPR and first aid as well as having all of my clearances to work in state funded childcare. I love getting creative with children and coming up with fun games, crafts, and sensory play to help them learn while having fun. Please feel free to reach out for more information and my availability!

$17–25/hr

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Hal-liegh H.

1 year paid experience
14 miles

$10–15/hr

Hello, my name is Hal-liegh I have three kids of my own and a step child and I look at him as my own. I’d like to read books I am big on spending time with family and friends. I like the holidays I like to bake. I like to put a smile on other people’s faces and I just like being around children . I am CPR and first aid trained. I’ve been around kids my whole life. My grandma raised me and all of my brothers and cousins and nieces and nephews so I have experience with working with children from that. I also have a childcare professional letter from Penn Forster📗 College for childcare professional I worked at a couple daycare’s. I have worked with all ages. I’m a bright person I like to help others. I’m always on time for everything. I don’t like to be late and I’ve never really ever called off of work i’ve never just walked away from a job without saying anything to them about why I was leaving. I’m a very clean person. I treat people how they want to be treated. I have a lot of respect for other people I cook I clean.i can do about anything.