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Q: How much should I pay for a babysitter in {{city}}, {{state}}?

The national typical hourly rate of babysitters in 2022 is $17.50 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 rates for attracting the best babysitters.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

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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Jazmen B.

18 years paid experience
5 miles

$ 18–24/hr

Love children! Including infants! My babysitting experience began when I was in middle school. I started watching my little cousins and their friends. This experience grew as I continued on into high school and early stages of college sitting other children. I eventually became a nanny helping many ...

$ 18–24/hr

Jaelyn T.

5 years paid experience
2 miles

$ 13–25/hr

Get to know me! Hello everyone, My name is Jaelyn, I am 19 years young, and heres a little I would like to share about myself! I have a deep passion for working with children because of the incredible impact they have on our lives. Growing up, I was responsible for taking care of my younger siblin...

$ 13–25/hr

Sara A.

50 years paid experience
2 miles

$ 18–25/hr

As a mom for 2 kids, with experience of more than 8 years. I have availability to take care of your children all ages, I prefer ages 6 months to 5 years. I will make sure that your children spend a good time with me. Safety of your children is a high priority for me as well.

$ 18–25/hr

Mia S.

4 years paid experience
< 1 mile

$ 15–20/hr

Hi, my name is mia slagle I am currently a student at NMSU getting my degree in speech pathology. I have associates in early education I have worked at early head start and at Sonoma Elementary school. I am available throughout the week

$ 15–20/hr

Kenzie K.

6 years paid experience
5 miles

$ 13–20/hr

I’m a sophomore at New Mexico State, and I’m studying chemical engineering. I love being a babysitter because it gives me time to interact with young children and help them grow. I have been babysitting for six years, and have many references.

$ 13–20/hr

Marissa G.

4 years paid experience
5 miles

$ 20–23/hr

Hello, my name is Marissa Grasse. I have worked with children for 4 years. I have worked with Infants/Toddlers for 3 of those years. I like working with children because I love to see them hit their milestones. It is always fun and exciting when they learn something new as well.

$ 20–23/hr

Felicia A.

1 year paid experience
2 miles

$ 12–15/hr

Hi! I'm Felicia and I love spending time with kids and making sure they have lots of fun while staying safe and happy. Whether we're playing games, crafting, or exploring the great outdoors, I'm dedicated to making every moment memorable and enjoyable. During the school year, I play soccer at Ariz...

$ 12–15/hr

Shaiesa O.

0 years paid experience
5 miles

$ 15–20/hr

Though I don’t have years of paid experience in baby sitting, I feel that I work very well with children. I have always loved taking care of family members kids, and everyone seems to tell me that kids tend to cling to me. I feel I am very patient, also I know how to cook and clean. Some experience ...

$ 15–20/hr

Karen K.

10 years paid experience
5 miles

$ 12–15/hr

I enjoy children. I have grand kids I take care of weekly and enjoy occasionally sitting for other children also. I have been sitting for several families on a regular basis and have been doing this for over 10 years. I do occasional date night sitting and over nights .

$ 12–15/hr

Blythe M.

10 years paid experience
6 miles

$ 19–23/hr

With over 10 years experience in professional childcare and coming from a large, close-knit family, caring for children is something I've done for most of my life! Through college, I worked for a premier nanny agency in Chicago called K Grace Childcare. Through K Grace, I worked with families for a ...

$ 19–23/hr

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Babysitting FAQs

How much should I pay for a babysitter in Las Cruces, NM?

The national typical hourly rate of babysitters in 2022 is $17.50 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 rates for attracting the best babysitters.

How do I find a babysitter for my kids in Las Cruces, NM?

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 Las Cruces, NM?

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 Las Cruces, NM?

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.

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.

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.