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.

How do I find a babysitter for my kids in {{city}}, {{state}}?

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.

How do families hire trustworthy babysitters in {{city}}, {{state}}?

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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Meagan D.

2 years paid experience
12 miles

$15–25/hr

I have 2 years experience working in child care centers. I love children and have a passion for early childhood development. I love watching kids learn and grow. I am a mom myself so I understand importance of having a sitter at home!

$15–25/hr

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Kylie M.

2 years paid experience
8 miles

$18–25/hr

This past December I graduated highscool early and turned 18. I will be going to college in the fall so right now im working as much as possible. I love taking care of kids because it feels so meaningful to me and they bring me so much joy. Ive taken care of many ages as I have many little cousins and I have also taken a childcare education class through my high school where we went to a daycare to get hours and it was so fun even without getting paid. During that time I got hands on experience in the childcare workplace. I have experience in changing diapers, making bottles (whether its frozen breastmilk or formula), feeding children of all ages and knowing the signs of choking, preventing accidents to the best of my ability, and it taught me how to deal with many tasks at once while keeping children safe and in my sight. During the class at school I took we learned many things about the development of children, I also have my Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff. It is a 10 hour course that teaches you how to create safe spaces, use safe practices with children, implement daily illness prevention and management strategies, and plan to keep children safe if an emergency were to occur. I am available during the weekdays from 9am-2pm but if any emergency were to occur I would be happy to work with you. Please feel free to message me about any questions you may have.

$18–25/hr

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Kaitlyn J.

8 years paid experience
12 miles

$8–25/hr

Hello! I have been a nanny for 8 years and I have experience with a variety of families with a variety of needs. I am cpr and first aid certified. I love helping families grow and help children become their best selves. I’m excited to start working with you!