How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

Babysitters can create detailed profiles, search and apply to jobs, message with families, and book interviews for free on Sittercity. Babysitters have the option to pay for background checks to run on themselves to stand out to families. However, families can also offer to pay for background checks on babysitters as well.

How much do babysitters make?

According to the latest Sittercity data, babysitters in the US typically charge $17.50 an hour. But your hourly rate can vary significantly depending on the cost of living in your area, the duties and responsibilities in the job description, and your state’s minimum wage laws. There’s no perfect calculator to determine your rate, but it’s important to factor in everything you have to offer a family.

Why are babysitters taxes important?

There are a lot of risk factors with getting paid “off the books,” but there are also a lot of benefits to getting paid “on the books.” Those benefits include verifiable income, a legal employment history, unemployment benefits, social security and medicare benefits, and worker’s compensation.

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

A babysitter is a child care provider who doesn’t have a regular work schedule with a family. There is a wide range of possibilities in the specifics of a babysitter position and career. Because your work with each family is part-time, you can work with multiple families at the same time. You could provide care through before-school or after-school activities or for nights or weekends when the family needs care.

When do babysitters work?

Depending on the job responsibilities and schedules negotiated with the family, babysitters could work at any time. This includes in the morning, afternoon, evening, or at night. And on weekdays or on the weekend.

How do babysitters find jobs?

On Sittercity, babysitters can browse jobs based on their zip code. They can craft their online resume by creating a detailed profile. They can apply to jobs, message with interested parents, and schedule interviews. Many babysitters will also negotiate a contract with families to make sure the details of the job are clear on both sides.

What are things babysitters do with kids?

There are a lot of fun things that babysitters do with kids. Both indoor and outdoor activities, including arts and crafts projects, baking, sports, and field trips.

How can babysitters make extra money?

There are a few ways that babysitters can make some extra income. They can create relationships with more families to increase their opportunities to get hired for a sitting. Babysitters can also offer to care for kids on holidays so that the parents can celebrate on their own. Like on Valentine’s day.

$15–20/hr
Phoenixville, PA • 18 miles away

Need a sitter who can drive

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Sitter needed for school pick up from home at 7:20am taking kids to school and dropping them from school at 4pm to home

Drive kids and babysit for date nights
Help make sure they are doing their work

Mondays to Fridays and sometimes weekends

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$17–21/hr
Reading, PA • 10 miles away

My son just chills. My daughters specially...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm

We have 3 kids, mom and I work the same days to be able to have the same and spend time with them.
Pick up the kids from school, take th, and just make sure they eat and have fun.

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$15–20/hr
Thorndale, PA • 23 miles away

Help needed flexible hours!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

Hi. Looking for help a few days during the week. We have a very happy 9 month old. We are looking for someone gentle and compassionate. We have cats and two small pug dogs that are friendly. We are flexible with hours. Please reach out if you feel we are a good match!

Keep an eye on our child-... More

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$11–21/hr
Reading, PA • 14 miles away

As needed babysitter for 1 energetic toddler.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We would currently need care for a few hours in the evening every so often.
Play and safely care for our child for a few hours. We aren’t asking for much.
Schedule is very variable but can be provided in advance.

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$11–14/hr
Phoenixville, PA • 18 miles away

Sitter needed for nights out

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are the Lazo family,Jose, Vicky and our 2 year old toddler Nikolai. We have three kitties.
Change Nikos diapers, prepare a snack for him, play with him and put him to bed. He’s a very sweet little guy, he just needs a countdown from 10-1.
For a night out with my husband and I.

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$16–18/hr
Malvern, PA • 23 miles away

Help needed with 1 year old (M-F) working...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

Hello, we are looking for someone to help with our 1 year old during the week (M-F) working hours 9-6. There may be some flexibility. The responsibilities include playtime, cooking (only food for the little, such as purees, finger food, etc. taking him for walks, and putting him to sleep).
The... More

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$13–20/hr
Downingtown, PA • 21 miles away

Occasional sitter needed for a work from...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are new parents to a super cute little boy. We need a sitter here and there. My husband works from home so you would not be alone. We need someone to watch baby while my husband works. If we feel comfortable with you we may use you for days we are both working out of the house.

Just love and... More

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$15–21/hr
Paoli, PA • 24 miles away

Occasional help needed

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a two year old daughter that I need occasional help with. I live in Paoli

Need help with caring for my two year old. No other task required. I prep meals myself

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$20–21/hr
Arcola, PA • 20 miles away

Occasional sitter for 3 clever kids, ages...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of five with an 11 year old boy, 7 year old girl, and 4 year old boy (along with two very lovable cats!). Because of the pandemic years, the 7 and 4 year old have never experienced a sitter but are very excited by the idea!
Looking for a responsible sitter who has their own... More

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$18–22/hr
Fogelsville, PA • 20 miles away

Part-time sitter for three little ones

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

Hello I have 2 babies a 2 yr old and a 1 yr oldI have a 7yr old who autisticbut he’s high functioning very self sufficient I have split custody with my two older kids who are 10 years old and 13 years old. They are also self-sufficient and help with babies and I have a miniature poodle and she is... More

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$10–14/hr
King of Prussia, PA • 25 miles away

full time sitter for one fun toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 11:00am

It’s just me and my 16 month old,Stella is a lot of fun and likes to play with her toys read her books and go on walks while I go to work
Feed baby breakfast,play time and walks and she takes naps and anywhere between9:45-11am feed her dinner andin between those things mainly play and read

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$18–22/hr
Collegeville, PA • 20 miles away

Part-time/evening sitter for 10m old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Our daughter is 10 months old. She's smiley, silly, and sweet. She's crawling and loves to explore and play. Our lab mix puppy will also be in the house.
Feedings (bottles and solids), getting her ready for bedtime, light laundry/cleaning while she sleeps.
Location is our home in Collegeville,... More

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$10–15/hr
Blandon, PA • 10 miles away

Full time babysitter for 3 kids (14m, 4 & 7)

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 11:00pm

My name is Christine and I am a fulltime CDL driver. My husband is away and I need help taking care of our kids while I am working.

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$20–25/hr
Skippack, PA • 20 miles away

Seeking Experienced Sitter for Occasional...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We’re 2 educators looking for an experienced sitter for occasional date coverage for our 1 year old son and 3 year old daughter. Our son is active, jolly, and loves to snuggle. Our daughter loves imaginative play and reading. We need someone who can keep up with these two and help diffuse any... More

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