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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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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.

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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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Isley S.

7 years paid experience
9 miles

$20–30/hr

I started babysitting and nannying occasionally when I was in high school. I get along well with kids, and most kids I meet and care for seem to really like me! I like to play, draw, do crafts, cook and other things with the kids. I like to engage my kids with other things like nature and imaginary play, instead of the use of things like iPads or tablets. I most recently nannied for a 3 year old girl 2 summers ago. I really enjoyed my time with her, as we got to go outside a lot and be in nature in my hometown in Vermont. That particular age group is harder, and never having experienced it before took a little learning. By the end of the summer and my time with her though, I do feel confident in my skills working with that age group. Most other jobs I will take on are usually one time only, or a seasonal job. I lived in a resort town so I did a lot of watching of kids of all ages while their parents went and skied.

$20–30/hr

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Emma L.

6 years paid experience
12 miles

$20–30/hr

I am a 20 year old mom of a 2 year old boy, he would need to come with me to care for your kiddos, but he has about a year of babysitting experience and I have about 6 years of experience

$20–30/hr

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Kelly T.

11 years paid experience
4 miles

$18–20/hr

Hello! My name is Kelly, I’m 24 years old and a graduate of the University of Vermont with a degree in Marketing. I have over 11 years of experience working with children, beginning at age 13. My background includes a wide range of childcare responsibilities—from in-home babysitting and school pickups to driving children to extracurricular activities and teaching them how to ski and swim. I’m passionate about outdoor activities like skiing, swimming, and exploring nature, and I love incorporating these interests into engaging, safe, and enriching experiences for the children I care for.

$18–20/hr

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Michelle P.

10 years paid experience
9 miles

$30–50/hr

Hi, my name is Shelly. I am an Occupational Therapy Assistant by trade. I currently work at a Preschool in the infant and 2-3 year old room. I’ve worked with children for the past 30 years. I have several certifications which are up to date. I love children and family life. I saw your posting and was interested because I’d like to work part time and your needs sound like a good fit for me. I’m an avid hiker and love art and reading! My 1 year old grandson keeps me on my toes when he comes to visit ! I’d love to meet your family to see if we’d be a good fit. Thank you for your time.