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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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Rachel H.

8 years paid experience
9 miles

$25–35/hr

Hello! I'm Rachel, an aviation student at USU. I’m organized, dependable, and genuinely enjoy caring for little ones. Being a sitter is something I love - helping children learn, grow, and just be themselves. I also understand how important it is for parents to feel at ease while they’re away, and I’m here to make sure your family is well cared for during that time. My schedule is flexible, I have my own vehicle, and I’m happy to commute if needed. I’m also great with pets, so your furry family members will be in good hands too! Looking forward to the opportunity to support your family.

$25–35/hr

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5.0

Abbie C.

Rachel has been an absolute blessing to our family! She was our 2.5-year-old son's nanny, and we couldn't have asked for a more reliable, caring, and responsible caregiver. From the start, I felt completely comfortable with her, even having her drive our son in her car—a big trust for any parent. Our son is incredibly active, but Rachel was always able to keep him entertained and engaged with fun activities that sparked his imagination. She has such a warm, patient approach, and it’s clear how much our son enjoys being with her. He still asks, 'Where’s Rachel?' on a regular basis, which speaks volumes about the bond they share. Rachel still babysits for us occasionally, and we plan to continue using her services as long as she’s willing. We are so grateful for the love and care she’s given our family!

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Andy W.

2 years paid experience
11 miles

$20–35/hr

I am back from college for the summer with my family. I am currently completing a degree in Special Education. I’m completing my senior year in the fall and have experience with ages 2 months to 18 years. I have had babysitting jobs, teacher assistant jobs, and classes involving taking care of young children and children with special needs. I have been CPR and first aid certified through my university and I am comfortable and confident in high stress situations. I am fine with pets and have my own car.

$20–35/hr

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Ellie P.

5 years paid experience
10 miles

$15–30/hr

Hi! I’m Ellie, and I have over 5 years of experience caring for kids of all ages. I’ve worked in a daycare setting, so I’m used to busy days, different routines, and making sure kids feel safe, supported, and happy. I’m CPR certified, have reliable transportation, and don’t mind helping out with light housekeeping when needed. I’m also comfortable and happy working with children with special needs. In the past, I worked as a Direct Support Professional for adults with disabilities, which taught me a lot about patience, compassion, and meeting people where they’re at. I genuinely love helping families and building strong, trusting relationships with both parents and kids. If you’re looking for someone dependable, caring, and easy to communicate with, I’d love to connect! Feel free to reach out and ask me any questions. I’m always happy to talk :)

$15–30/hr

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Katelynn L.

6 years paid experience
8 miles

$12–18/hr

Hello my name is Katelynn I am 23 I would love the opportunity to become your babysitter/ nanny let me tell you a little about myself I am a 2-year-old teacher at a daycare currently However I would like to step out of the daycare setting and go into more private care. Another thing about me is that I am a mom myself my little one is 1 and although being a mom doesn't always mean that their passion is to take the upmost care for children it dose for me every time I try to step out of childcare roles I always end up missing it and wanting to go back I have been a babysitter / nanny since I was 14 I always have loved to watch children and help the parents in other ways while watching there children by cleaning up the house and making food for the children while they are in my care my long term goal is to be a kindergarten or preschool teacher and have at least 2 more kids of my own

$12–18/hr

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Katelynn D.

4 years paid experience
8 miles

$12–15/hr

Hello my name is Katelynn I’m 25 and a mom of 2 girls :) I have experience with working with children and would love to work with your children. I have open availability and would love to work out a schedule with you

$12–15/hr

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Macie B.

5 years paid experience
8 miles

$16–22/hr

Hi my name is Macie and I love babysitting/ being a nanny. I’ve been babysitting/ being a nanny for about 7 years. I have watched kids from ages 6 months through about 7 years old. I would love to help any way I can! I have my own car, I can run errands, pick up around the house, cook, or whatever you may need. I love animals. I love to be involved with the kids I watch as much as possible and give them the best care I can! I would love to work full time Monday - Friday. I’m going to school at USU in elementary education and I would love to help you kids in any school work needed. I would love to be your babysitter/ nanny!