What is the going rate for babysitters in Nashville, TN?

The national typical hourly rate in 2022 is $17.50 for babysitters. When deciding how much to pay your babysitter, it’s important to set a competitive rate to attract the best caregivers. But there are lots of factors to think about when determining the cost of child care. Use Sittercity’s chart to determine the most appropriate babysitting rate by hourly wage by location.

How do I find a babysitter for my kids in Nashville, TN?

Start by posting a job that details your needs for free on Sittercity. Your job will be shared with a community of available babysitters. Interested sitters will apply directly to your job and you’ll be notified via email and on the platform. From there, conduct interviews with your favorites. Once you’ve narrowed your search, start vetting individual babysitters by running background checks and checking references before the job officially starts.

What kind of babysitters can I find in Nashville, TN?

You can find babysitters for in-home care or for a virtual sitting. Babysitters can help families with managing strict schedules, transportation to activities, homework help, last-minute coverage, date nights, and more.

Save up to 65% with our value plans →

A babysitter looking into the eyes of a child she is caring for

Find experienced babysitters in Nashville, TN

Last-minute, school and tutoring, date nights—find the right babysitters for you.

Get started:

I need a babysitter

On a regular schedule
On occasion
-or-
See Babysitters

Available babysitters in Nashville, TN

Tara W.

28 years paid experience
1 mile

$ 20–30/hr

(2)

Hello! —> Currently I am looking for occasional night/weekend sitting. I love children and I have a vast background of child care experience! For over 20 years I have been caring for children of all ages and I can provide several excellent references. I have cared for children as young as...

$ 20–30/hr

Ginger B.

7 years paid experience
11 miles

$ 13–15/hr

(2)

My name is Ginger. I am a retired early childhood education teacher. Currently I work as a pet sitter during the day. I am interested in babysitting in the evenings. My husband and I have 6 children of our own. 3 attend college and 3 are in high school. We have a set of twin girls in which one has c...

$ 13–15/hr

Lauren B.

13 years paid experience
3 miles

$ 15–20/hr

(1)

I am currently working as a Children's Minister right outside of Nashville. I have over 15 years of babysitting experience. I have also worked with middle school and high school students for over 7 years. I am certified to teach early childhood through 6th grade. My masters is in Christian Education...

$ 15–20/hr

nicolle w.

7 years paid experience
10 miles

$ 15–25/hr

(3)

Hi Everyone!! My name is Nicolle & I am 23 years old! I recently just graduated & passed my NCLEX & Im officially a registered nurse! I am currently working a part time job and while trying to find a job in the nursing field, I have found myself with a lot of extra time on my hands! I have been ...

$ 15–25/hr

Kristin J.

6 years paid experience
7 miles

$ 15–30/hr

(1)

CURRENTLY A FULL TIME NANNY*** (looking for weekend and after work hours only :) Working with children is my passion! I have worked with children for over 5 years in a variety of settings. I have worked as a camp counselor, a babysitter, a nanny, a (special needs) teachers assistant and served in ch...

$ 15–30/hr

Sydney T.

4 years paid experience
7 miles

$ 10–15/hr

(1)

My name is Sydney, I am 21 years old and I study Behavioral Psychology at Western Michigan University. I love animals, I enjoy children, and I am a very outgoing person. I used to babysit my little cousins, a wonderful family down the street, along with a few other families in my neighborhood in hig...

$ 10–15/hr

Grace B.

5 years paid experience
4 miles

$ 15–25/hr

(1)

Hello! My name is Grace and I am a current college student. I have been babysitting / watching kids for about five years. On top of babysitting I have also worked as a camp counselor so I have a lot of energy (which is very helpful when working with kids!). I have a reliable car so I can drive / tak...

$ 15–25/hr

Carolyn G.

8 years paid experience
8 miles

$ 15–25/hr

(2)

I am a recent college graduate from Belmont University. I currently work as an accountant in Nashville and pick up babysitting jobs around my work schedule. I am available evenings during the week and all day on the weekends. I have eight years of child care experience and am American Red Cross...

$ 15–25/hr

Savannah O.

10 years paid experience
10 miles

$ 15–25/hr

(3)

Hi, I'm Savannah. I'm 20 years old and I've been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I'm also CPR certified. I love kids and I always have a blast when I babysit. Most people would describe me as outgoing and very energetic and adventurous. I love to work with kids because they are energetic and f...

$ 15–25/hr

Katherine R.

3 years paid experience
5 miles

$ 15–50/hr

(2)

Hello, my name is Katherine Ramirez and I am 21 years old. I am a recent grad registered nurse who loves to babysit and care for kids whenever I am able to. I have worked at a nursery in a church on the weekends named the The Village and have babysat parents infant up to school age kids for 3 years ...

$ 15–50/hr

More babysitters in Nashville

Find the sitter you need:

Date night babysitters
Daytime babysitters
Last-minute care
Mother's helpers
Newborn care
Infant care
CPR training
First aid training
Special needs care

School help

Before-school care in Nashville
After-school care in Nashville
Tutoring in Nashville
Hybrid learning assistance in Nashville
eLearning assistance in Nashville
Homeschool help in Nashville

More care options

Nannies in Nashville
Child care in Nashville
Special needs care in Nashville
Companion care in Nashville
Pet sitters in Nashville

Babysitting FAQs

Start by posting a job that details your needs for free on Sittercity. Your job will be shared with a community of available babysitters. Interested sitters will apply directly to your job and you’ll be notified via email and on the platform. From there, conduct interviews with your favorites. Once you’ve narrowed your search, start vetting individual babysitters by running background checks and checking references before the job officially starts.