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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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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Betsie A.

40 years paid experience
12 miles

$14–50/hr

I raised 3 beautiful daughters I have 2 grandsons who I helped raise. I love Children. I also am trained in CPR and first aid.growing up I used to do babysitting jobs all the time

$14–50/hr

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Brennest C.

1 year paid experience
12 miles

$15–20/hr

My name is Brennest and I am a Special Education teacher assistant. I have a bachelor degree in Child Development and Family Studies. I truly enjoy working with children. I did my internship at McCarthy/Teszler School in Spring 2017. I receive my degree in May 2017. I work with 3- 5 years of age. The students have many different disabilities. I have experience with cerebral palsy, seizures, developmental delays, speech delay, transferring/lifting to chair, autism, down syndrome and G-Tube. As a full time assistant teacher, I work with students at the age 5-7 years of age group. I truly enjoy working with these wonderful students. They brighten my day every time I see them come into the classroom. I have nanny experience that I have done for a year during the summer. I was a nanny for my 5 year old cousin.

$15–20/hr

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Samira N.

5 years paid experience
11 miles

$18–25/hr

Hey, I'm SaMira aka Mira, I love being a sitter because the children make it so fun, for some reason children gravitate towards me (maybe it's the height) but I like to interact with them and get to know them and the special personality. I've baby sat my cousins and siblings on numerous occasions, From 5 months to 14 years of age. I don't have a CPR or First Aid classes but would take those. With first aid I do know how to deal with that, being that i do have nurses in my family, and have dealt with situation like that.

$18–25/hr

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Angel M.

1 year paid experience
< 1 mile

$8–15/hr

Hi, my name is Angel Mcclary. I’m 18 years old. I have over a year experience for over one year I started nannying at 17 I have experience with children ages 0 to 12 and also have experience with children with autism.

$8–15/hr

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Cyara B.

8 years paid experience
12 miles

$13–30/hr

Hello,Im Cyara. I have an awesome passiong for kids . I do babysit in my home. I have 2 dogs that are hypoallergenic. I do babysit one kid at the time. I am willing to babysit at any time and any day. So please contact me. Im willing to also pass a background check if needed.

$13–30/hr

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Robin R.

12 years paid experience
12 miles

$15–19/hr

Hi...My name is Robin. I have my Bachelors of Science from Boston University and worked in schools teaching preschool to high school. I have extensive training with children through the schools. I also took care of my father for over five years. I recently got my Florence Clearance/background check. I bought a home here in Florence. I walk my neighbor's dog every day. My neighbor worked in Corrections and can verify that I am kind, have a gentle nature, reliable, trustworthy, love pets and children. Please call at any time at 651-247-4148

$15–19/hr

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Chelsea B.

5 years paid experience
12 miles

$10–25/hr

Hello there... my name is Chelsea i am 27 also 4 1/2 months pregnant this will be my first child and no this won't be my first time babysitting but did it years ago with kids 3-6. Also worked at a camp as a teen. But I would love to relearn and be hands on since I'm having a baby of my own and get familiar with a baby/a child. I love to play with them, talk/listen/laugh, cook for them, put them down for a nap & ect

$10–25/hr

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Tamah G.

10 years paid experience
12 miles

$8–10/hr

I am a great sitter who very much enjoys being around children. I have experience helping watch my cousins and neighbors’ kids, and with babies and children of all ages. I will make sure your kids look forward to having me babysit. I want to make sure it’s fun for them to have me around. I am available all day every day at all hours.

$8–10/hr

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Gabriel V.

1 year paid experience
11 miles

$12–18/hr

I have grown up with 6 siblings all ages 3 boys and 3 girls with special needs and helped raise baby's as well there is nothing I haven't done all the way from changing diapers to playing games

$12–18/hr

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Lola M.

0 years paid experience
13 miles

$10–20/hr

I love being a babysitter, kids are so much fun. I like to help them with whatever they want help with. I enjoy playing with kids and finding fun things for us to do, Im 23 and I don't have any children of my own but I'm currently trying to further my education and can help them with any home work ect , also Im pet friendly . Willing to help out with Anything. I can cook and clean I also have worked in home cleaning for Julia Edmonds (843) 245- 0909 I babysited for Donna Morris (843) 940-4389 My Skills • Washing dishes • Vacuuming floors • Moping Floors • Cooking • Picking kids up from School • Taking kids to School • Cleaning bathrooms • Making activities for kids during the day • Helping with homework • Prep Meals • Put kids to Bed