+ Profile + Job

Babysitters Nanaimo, BC (Contact for Free)

Including nannies, au pairs, and parent helpers. See our Pay Rates.


Hailey Cherry

Hailey Cherry
Nanaimo, BC

Activity summary

Member since: Feb 2024

Babysitter $17.50 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Nanaimo for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- -

Arvo

- - - - - - -

Eve.

- - - - - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • Overnight jobs
  • Vacations with the family
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 1 year experience working with children
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • 22 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I took care of an autistic boy for a couple months

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Video

Contact Hailey For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

Powered by Google

(remains private)

We'll never share your private info with anyone

Holly  Johnstone

Holly Johnstone
Nanaimo, BC

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2023

Welcome message:

I'm reliable, responsible, honest, and caring. 20 years of child care experience. I have a current first-aid certificate. I'm trained in CPR. I have a driver's license and can pick up your kids from school. I'm a registered childcare worker I can have your kids in my home or yours.

Babysitter, Nanny $25 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 6 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for special needs kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Other services I can provide

  • Pet sitting (click for details)
  • House sitting
  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring
  • Elderly care

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel a few suburbs/towns away from Nanaimo for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- -

Day

- -

Arvo

- -

Eve.

- -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 20 years experience working with children
    • I'm a parent
    • Registered carer
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • Asthma training
    • Anaphylaxis training
    • Water safety training
    • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
    • I have child car seats
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • 43 years old
    • Police check
    • Drivers license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English and French
    • Email verified

Nanny, Daycare mgmt, dayhome provider, mother of 2. Over seas nanny for high profile families.

My skills and interests:

  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

Contact Holly For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

Powered by Google

(remains private)

We'll never share your private info with anyone

Meera

Meera
Nanaimo, BC

Activity summary

Member since: Feb 2024

Welcome message:

Hello there! I'm Meera, a licensed Early childhood education assistant living in nanaimo. I have a responsible adult certificate, criminal record check, food safe and first aid and CPR/AED certificate. I have extensive experience in caring for infants and children of primary school age. Whether you're seeking a live-out nanny, or require part-time assistance, I'm here to provide dependable and loving care for your little ones. I am available on evenings and weekends. I am available monday- friday (evenings till night), weekends (anytime) plus any stat holidays or whenever I am getting off from work (I work in a daycare)…or during school closures.

Babysitter, Nanny $21 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

Other services I can provide

  • House sitting
  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Nanaimo for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - -

Day

- - - - -

Arvo

- - - - -

Eve.

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 4 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • Bachelor of early childhood education (currently studying)
  • General credentials:
    • 24 years old
    • Police check
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Hindi
    • Email verified

I am licensed Early childhood education assistant and perform below mentioned duties on a daily basis: ● Guide and assist children in the development of proper hygiene, dressing, eating and toilet habits ● Supporting the curriculums to promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of the children ● Telling or reading stories; helping children develop creativity through play, music, art and physical activities ● Maintaining clean and safe environment; performing light housekeeping duties

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Computers
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

Contact Meera For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

Powered by Google

(remains private)

We'll never share your private info with anyone

Annika Lundman

Annika Lundman
Nanaimo, BC

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2024

Need Care? I have you covered!

I am an energetic and caring teen looking to help out in August before I move to Victoria to start my Engineering studies! I graduated from Dover Bay Secondary with a 4.0 GPA! If you are interested in my services, please reach out and I would love to have a chat!

Babysitter $20 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Help with homework

Household duties I can do:

  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Nanaimo for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

- -

Nite

-

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • Overnight jobs

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with children
    • Anaphylaxis training
  • 3 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • 18 years old
    • Police check
    • Drivers license
    • Emergency car access
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I have coached the 8-13 year olds with the Nanaimo Track Club since 2021. I have had multiple priorities babysitting jobs. I have a little sister with an anaphylaxis to peanuts, so I am experienced on how to administer an epi pen.

I grew up with a variety of pets and current I have an 8 year old super cute and wrinkly Shar Pei and a 7 year old rabbit. I love all animals!

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

Contact Annika For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

Powered by Google

(remains private)

We'll never share your private info with anyone

Grace Sutherland

Grace Sutherland
Nanaimo, BC

Activity summary

Member since: Aug 2024

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $20 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for special needs kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Nanaimo for work.

My credentials

  • General credentials:
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Contact Grace For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

Powered by Google

(remains private)

We'll never share your private info with anyone

Krista J

Krista J
Nanaimo, BC

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2024

Nurturing & Reliable Nanny based in Nanaimo, BC | $22/hr

Hi there! My name is Krista and I’m a nurturing and reliable nanny based in Nanaimo, British Columbia. With a deep passion for caring for children of all ages, I am committed to providing gentle and attentive care to your little ones.

As a live-out nanny, I offer full or part-time availability making it convenient for families needing flexible care. In addition to childcare, I am adept at providing light housekeeping, meal prep, pet care, and homework help if need be.

My preferred hourly rate is $22.00, but can be negotiated. Please reach out if I sound like a good fit for your family! Looking forward to connecting with those in need of a caring and responsible nanny! :)

Babysitter, Nanny $22 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel within Nanaimo for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- -

Day

- -

Arvo

- -

Eve.

- - - - - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 12 years experience working with children
  • 12 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 24 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

As a recent Bachelor of Arts graduate with a major in Sociology and a minor in Psychology, I’ve gained a complex understanding of social dynamics throughout a variety of contexts and demographics, which is a useful perspective for my passion - which is caring for and teaching our youth! Although I have no formal training, I have many years of experience babysitting for friends, family, and the public, as well as running after school programs for elementary-aged children during my time as a museum tour guide. I have a little sibling, nieces and nephews, and countless little cousins that I grew up around. I’ve also helped out at the day-home that my mother ran & operated out of our home growing up!

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Nature
  • Video

Contact Krista For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

Powered by Google

(remains private)

We'll never share your private info with anyone

Roserene Balana

Roserene Balana
Nanaimo, BC

Activity summary

Member since: Feb 2024

Welcome message:

I'm compassionate, kind, patient, honest, and caring I love kids, their energy, sense of wonder, and intelligence amazed me.

I'm a single mom who raised 4 adorable children. They are now in their 20's and independently living on their own. I love being a mom. I missed those days when they were still young. It was so much fun having them around. I also helped in taking care of my nephew since he was 6 months old. He is now 8 years old.

I have completed my Bachelor's degree in Psychology. Most of my previous work revolves around Human Resources. I'm now ready to make a change by focusing on what I love most which is taking care of kids. It gives me so much joy to be able to nurture young minds and see them grow into beautiful human beings.

I'm fluent in English and Tagalog. I love to cook and bake! I can sing and dance. I love to draw and do crafts with kids.

Babysitter, Nanny $27 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Other services I can provide

  • Pet sitting (click for details)
  • House sitting
  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Nanaimo for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- -

Day

- -

Arvo

- - - - - - -

Eve.

- - - - - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • School holidays

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 15 years experience working with children
    • I'm a parent
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • 52 years old
    • Drivers license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English and Tagalog
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Fitness
  • Nature
  • Cooking
  • Computers
  • Foreign languages

You can learn more about me by browsing my social accounts:

Contact Roserene For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

Powered by Google

(remains private)

We'll never share your private info with anyone

Default user image

Sandrine St-Louis
Nanaimo, BC

Activity summary

Member since: Jan 2024

Babysitter

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 4 children at once

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Nanaimo for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- -

Day

- - - - - - -

Arvo

- - - - - - -

Eve.

- - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

My credentials

  • General credentials:
    • 28 years old
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Contact Sandrine For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

Powered by Google

(remains private)

We'll never share your private info with anyone

Default user image

Jeralyn Walerius
Nanaimo, BC

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2023

Welcome message:

I am a mother of 3 grown children I will come into your home and provide a safe and nurturing environment where I will not only supervise I will interact with them as well as that's the best part getting to know their personalities and guiding them to become the best version of themselves. We all have the same goal in the end a now grown adult that can not only take care of themselves but that is successful and a contributing part of society!

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $25 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Other services I can provide

  • Pet sitting (click for details)
  • House sitting
  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Nanaimo for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- -

Day

- -

Arvo

- -

Eve.

- -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Overnight jobs

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 30 years experience working with children
    • I'm a parent
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • 52 years old
    • Police check
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Responsible Adult certificate I am a Mother of 3 grown children I absolutely love interacting with kids getting to know their individual personality and guiding them to become the best version of themselves!

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Nature

Contact Jeralyn For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

Powered by Google

(remains private)

We'll never share your private info with anyone

Madison Stone

Madison Stone
Nanaimo, BC

Activity summary

Member since: Sep 2023

Welcome message:

Hi my name is madison I am 23 years old with lots of experience taking care of children

Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny, Au pair $15 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 5 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for special needs kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Other services I can provide

  • Pet sitting (click for details)
  • House sitting
  • Yard work
  • Cleaning
  • Tutoring
  • Elderly care

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Nanaimo for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • School holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 10 years experience working with children
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • First aid training for babies
    • I carry a first aid kit
    • Asthma training
    • Anaphylaxis training
    • Water safety training
    • Bachelor of early childhood education (currently studying)
    • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • 24 years old
    • Police check
    • Drivers license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

My skills and interests:

  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing

Contact Madison For Free

Your job requirements will be sent with your message.

Select the services you need:

Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

Powered by Google

(remains private)

We'll never share your private info with anyone

Page 1 of 2

1 2

Babysitting Pay Rates Nanaimo, BC, Canada (Nov 2024)

Nanaimo babysitters are paid an average of $20.95 per hour as of November 2024, which is 10.2% higher than the British Columbian average of $19.01, and 8.8% higher than the Canadian average of $19.26. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services.
Min Avg Max
Nanaimo:
$15.00 $20.95 $27.00
British Columbia:
$10.00 $19.01 $27.00
Canada:
$5.00 $19.26 $50.00

Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data.
Prices shown in Canadian dollars (CAD)


I found the tips on Kidsit so incredibly helpful, direct, clear, actionable and reasonable. The website is easy to navigate, the illustrations are engaging and I literally just want to spend hours exploring.

Joanna Humphrey Flynn
5 Stars
Joanna Humphrey Flynn
Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Parents' Guide To Babysitting

Are you a babysitter? See our Babysitting Guide instead.

Jump to section:

Why hire a babysitter

In this section we look at what services babysitters typically provide, how they're different to other carers, and the many benefits your family can enjoy when hiring a babysitter.

When to hire a babysitter

Every family is different and so are the requirements for hiring a babysitter. In this section, we explore the many factors that can influence when, and how often, you choose to hire a babysitter so you can have a better idea of what may be best for your family.

How to find a good babysitter

Often the biggest challenge with hiring a babysitter is finding good candidates, to begin with. In this section, we reveal many secrets that you can use to attract the best local babysitters, we also explore alternatives to hiring babysitters that you may not have considered.

What makes a good babysitter

Finding a good babysitter is not an easy task, in this section, we highlight various qualities to look out for while you're gathering candidates for your open position. We also cover less commonly considered candidates such as male babysitters and answer commonly asked questions that parents have about them.

Babysitter interview tips

How you conduct your interview process is critical to identifying the most appropriate babysitter for your family. In this section, we run through a recommended babysitting interview format and provide tips and tricks that you can use to learn the most about your candidates. We also offer a huge list of good interview questions and how best to utilize them depending on your unique circumstances.

Babysitter pay

One of the most common questions parents have about babysitting is how much they should pay their sitter. In this section, we look at the many factors that influence babysitter pay including your geographic location, age and experience of the sitter, age and number of children, and specific job requirements.

How to vet babysitting candidates

Once you have a shortlist of the best babysitters you can find, the next step is to vet them further to make sure they are who they say they are and the skills and qualifications they claim to have are valid. Follow our guides on checking babysitter references and running background checks.

Babysitting job expectations

Babysitting jobs come with a lot of expectations from both sides, in this section we look at the common things that babysitters and parents anticipate and how good communication is critical to maintaining a good working relationship where everyone knows what is expected of them.

Special occasions

There are several key dates and events throughout the year when babysitters are in hot demand, read our guides below to give you an advantage over other families who are competing with you for the best babysitters.

Babysitting difficulties

Babysitting is not always easy for sitters or parents but it should always be safe. In this section, we reveal some key warning signs that you should be looking out for to ensure that your kids are safe and being lovingly looked after whenever you're away. We also discuss the things you can, and cannot do if you suspect something may be wrong.

Babysitting admin and tax

Hiring a babysitter comes with extra responsibilities and duties because you are an employer. In this section, we discuss the various admin tasks that may be asked of you such as writing babysitting references for past employees and we also cover how this can affect your tax.