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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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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Joanna O.

9 years paid experience
13 miles

$25–35/hr

I have almost 9 years of experience as a trained babysitter with first aid and CPR certification but have been an older sister for 20 years and have always taken care of my 3 younger siblings. With all of that experience, I’ve learned to be patient and calm and be able to create a safe environment for children in order for them to feel safe, understood, and trusted. I am energetic and can be creative and love helping out with arts and crafts and doing fun things with kids. I am flexible and can adapt to plan changes and work well under pressure while still being organized and paying attention to important details. I am willing to do meal prep and do some light cooking and help around the house with things such as laundry and cleaning. I am bilingual, speaking fluent english and spanish. I’d love to also help with any homework or remote learning and can tutor if needed.

$25–35/hr

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Morgan M.

2 years paid experience
5 miles

$10–15/hr

I have great experience with kids. I’m ready to work hard at what ever i need To do. I’m up to any challenge that comes my way. I have Very good people skills. I love Watching kids of all ages and i have Lots of fun while i do It

$10–15/hr

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Holly H.

6 years paid experience
7 miles

$25–30/hr

Are you open to adding a pseudo-grandmother to your family? I care for children as if they were my own and hope to build relationships that last. Since my husband passed from Alzheimer’s, I’ve channeled my energy and purpose into caregiving—work that brings me genuine joy. With infants and toddlers, I provide nurturing, attentive care, newborn experience, and my own baby sling, Ergobaby carrier, and stroller. I’m experienced with potty training and provide written daily summaries covering feeding, sleep, and developmental milestones. For preschool and elementary children, I use age-appropriate checklists, hands-on kits, musical instruments, and learning tools to support motor skills, cognition, speech, self-care, and social/emotional growth. I also incorporate structured learning apps such as ABCMouse, Khan Academy Kids, and Teach Your Monster. For older children, I serve as a calm, reliable parental proxy—supporting homework, chores, reading, mindfulness, and life skills while reinforcing character through positive guidance. I have experience with ADHD, developmental delays, physical impairments, food aversions, and neurodivergent children. I’m a light-hearted, energetic, and dependable 62-year-old, calm in a crisis and trained to respond to medical emergencies. I value limited screen time, good nutrition, strong routines, and active learning. I’m seeking a non-smoking family that values kindness, empathy, education, and discretion. If we seem aligned, please request my electronic portfolio, which includes my work history and five written references.