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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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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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Ashleigh O.

15 years paid experience
8 miles

$18–20/hr

Hello I'm Ashleigh! I’m an experienced professional childcare provider. I’ve been studying early childhood education since I’ve been in high school and always had a passion for children and to learn and grow with. I have experience in infant to school age I have two children of my own just trying to find available and flexible schedule that meets your families needs. I have 15 years of experience and have been able to help with young ones that need potty training. Please contact me if you think I’d be a great fit for your family don’t hesitate to ask questions thank you 😊 summer time I’m flexible and have a child that would need to go with me if that’s okay she’s school aged and can occupy herself

$18–20/hr

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Jessica W.

3 years paid experience
14 miles

$20–25/hr

Hello, My name is Jessica Wyant. I’m a 19 year old college student going into my second full-time semester at Piedmont Virginia Community College studying general studies in coursework such as human communication, developmental psychology, and sociology. I work full time at a local daycare and child development center as a Lead Floater Teacher. I have been working there since I was 16, and have had my CPR and First Aid and AED Certification for 2 and a half years.

$20–25/hr

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Erika B.

1 year paid experience
7 miles

$18–22/hr

I have always loved being around kids, even as a young kid myself. I’ve always had motherly instincts and love to care for those who need care. In the past I have taken care of my baby cousins, siblings, and family friend’s children as well. I’m very active so spending time with the little ones comes very easy for me. It gives me joy to bring them joy. I’m very responsible so I can do whatever it is that I’m told to do. I can change diapers, meal prep, create activities, play games, and I am CPR certified.

$18–22/hr

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China B.

5 years paid experience
9 miles

$16–22/hr

My name is China Baker I have work with kids over 5 years. I have work with families that the parents has work from home. I can take the kid to and from school. I do light housework take to kids to the park and other activities. I have cpr and first aid training.

$16–22/hr

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Jessica W.

2 years paid experience
14 miles

$20–27/hr

Hello, I am Jessica Wyant. I’m a 19 year old college student just finishing my first full-time semester at Piedmont Virginia Community College pursuing coursework in fields such as human communication, developmental psychology, and sociology. I’m a full-time Lead-floater teacher at a local child development center, with my American Red-Cross CPR and First Aid + AED certification that I have just renewed. I am specifically skilled in classroom teaching, with my paraprofessional certification received in December 2024. I am an upbeat, and determined adult, looking to grow my knowledge in household care.

$20–27/hr

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Joanna P.

5 years paid experience
11 miles

$10–15/hr

Hello! I’m JoAnna. I live outside Fort lee VA while I am going through the job process with Chesterfield County. I have some time on my hands and am available to babysit. I am good with kids and enjoy spending time with them, whether it’s helping with homework, crafts, or being active outside. I have my own transportation and have no problem cooking, light cleaning, and errands. If you have pets it's no problem for me, the more animals the happier I am! I have no kids of my own yet and a lot of time on my hands so please let me know if I can help!

$10–15/hr

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Kiesharra H.

2 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$15–18/hr

Good afternoon I’m Kiesharra Hackett and I am looking to babysit/housekeeping don’t really matter to me for real so I can have money I love kid’s I love to cook in I love art we will go for walks outside the kids will love me I can bath the kids and change them even feed them just bring snacks if you do decide to bring them to my house

$15–18/hr

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