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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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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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Malorie W.

10 years paid experience
11 miles

$18–25/hr

I feel like babysitting has always come naturally to me. I started at a pretty young age and have been around kids and helping take care of them for most of my life. It’s something I’ve always felt comfortable doing and enjoy being able to help families out when they need it. I’ve been babysitting since I was 13 years old and have watched kids of all different ages. I also have multiple nieces and nephews ranging from 6 to 10 years old who I’ve helped take care of since they were born. From 2021 to 2022, I worked at a childcare center where I cared for children from 6 months to 6 years old. I helped with diaper changes, potty training, meals, keeping everything clean and safe, and planning activities for the kids. I also communicated with parents about their child’s needs and how they were doing throughout the day. The only reason I stopped working in childcare was because I moved about an hour away from the school I was working at. Around the same time, my family opened a restaurant, so I ended up helping my family with getting everything up and running and taking on a lot of that responsibility. I have experience with children of different ages and am comfortable with things like diaper changes, potty training, preparing meals and snacks, cleaning up, and keeping kids on their routines. I’m also comfortable communicating with parents and making sure they know how their child is doing.

$18–25/hr

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Makayla R.

1 year paid experience
12 miles

$18–22/hr

My name is Makayla, but you can call me Mak. I have years of experience caring for children since I am the oldest of four children. I babysat frequently for my parents throughout my teenage years to help accommodate their work schedules. My babysitting experience with my siblings stemmed from when they were in diapers until they hit middle school age. Additionally, I have four months of experience as a summer camp counselor, where I worked with children ranging from 4-13 years old. I loved working at the summer camp as I was able to help the kids with reading, constructing crafts, playing sports, and so much more. My favorite part of working with children is being able to put a smile on their faces while I provide them a safe space to grow as an individual. I am someone who loves to be goofy, dance, and play with little ones as they explore this big world, but I can also take the time to help with homework if needed. Finally, I pride myself on being reliable, safe, and positive when working with kids.

$18–22/hr

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Lennon H.

5 years paid experience
15 miles

$14–25/hr

Hello! My name is Lennon and I have a lot of experience caring for a babysitting kids of all ages. I have 2 younger brothers who are currently 9 and 14 which I believe adds additional knowledge to my credentials. I have been babysitting since I was 13 and have always loved it and since starting college I would love to continue. In the past I’ve been able to help kids with homework, meals and all the other elements that are common with childcare.