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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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Keisha M.

1 year paid experience
13 miles

$10–23/hr

I am quite new to babysitting but I would also watch my younger brother. I have baby sat a one and three year old which a quite a wonderful experience. I have the energy and willingness to learn and work hard to provide loving care for all children. I am now more experienced as a professional daycare teacher! I have my cpr and first aid training! I also have a food handlers card!

$10–23/hr

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Angela G.

28 years paid experience
15 miles

$12–25/hr

I am writing to express my interest in a nanny position with your family. Working with children has been my passion for nearly three decades, and I bring both professional experience and a mother’s understanding to every role I take on. Since 1997, I have dedicated my career to early childhood education and childcare. I spent eight years with Head Start in New York before becoming a full-time nanny for three wonderful families, including experience caring for twins and triplets. After moving to West Virginia in 2015, I joined Early Head Start as an infant–toddler educator and later served as an on-site supervisor. While I have loved supporting children in a classroom environment, I am excited to return to the more personal and family-centered setting of nannying. As a mother of three, I understand the importance of nurturing each child’s individual needs, maintaining structure, and creating a safe, engaging environment where children can thrive. I bring patience, reliability, and a strong sense of joy to my work, and I look forward to providing the same level of care and commitment to your family. Thank you for considering my application. I would love the opportunity to discuss how my background and enthusiasm for childcare can best support your family’s needs.

$12–25/hr

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Zadokite W.

9 years paid experience
15 miles

$30–40/hr

Zadokite is an experienced early childhood educator and childcare provider who has worked with children, primarily ages 1-12, for over nine years, including stints as 3K and kindergarten teacher. She holds a B. A. in Human Rights with a Minor in Education from Columbia University and an A. A. S. in American Sign Language from Mountwest Community and Technical College. Her childcare style centers play, encourages exploration, integrates SEL goals into daily practices, and stimulates creativity and critical thinking.