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.

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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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Courtney S.

12 years paid experience
13 miles

$15–20/hr

Hello, my name is Courtney! I have extensive childcare experience, both as a professional nanny of 8 years and as a stay-at-home mom of 4.5 years, as I also continue to babysit occasionally. A little fun fact, during my nanny career, I became what’s called an au pair when I moved abroad to the Netherlands with one of my families. Over the years, I’ve developed the skills to manage the various needs of children of all ages, from infants to school-age kids. My work as a nanny allowed me to create educational and fun activities, keep consistent schedules, handle meal preparations, maintain household chores, and ensure a safe and nurturing environment. Now, while occasionally babysitting, I bring this same level of care and attention, adapting to each child’s needs and providing a reassuring presence for both the child and their parents. Communication is also very important to me. My availability is flexible during the week and can provide care on the weekends. I understand each childcare situation is unique and if parents are comfortable, I’m happy to care for your child in my home during the day where my two sweet and friendly boys (4.5 years & 13 months old) will be around to play and interact with. For evening care, I can come to your home without bringing my children along, ensuring focused attention on your child. Thank you so much for taking the time to learn about me and hope to hear from you soon!

$15–20/hr

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Anna R.

0 years paid experience
14 miles

$17–22/hr

Im a mom of 3 boys younger ones are 4 and 6 older is 14 and usually off with friends . We have a large yard and believe boys should have green time not screen time . We are always off having fun indoors and outdoors. Prefer to do childcare from my home but able to do some in home or combo of both .

$17–22/hr

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Myla L.

0 years paid experience
14 miles

$19–23/hr

I grew up in a large family so I’m highly experienced in dealing with multiple children. I enjoy spending time with them and doing productive activities. I am also able to do necessary cleanup while watching them.