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.

$17–20/hr
Philadelphia, PA • 20 miles away

Per Diem Sitter for 2 Year old Toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Mother of a 2 year old, who is very entergetic, loves to play with toys, and love outside activities! She also enjoys relaxing in the house long as she has her iPad while enjoying her favorite shows with her snacks.
Provide basic toddler care, while mom is absent on a as needed basis. Bathing,... More

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$20–25/hr
Birchrunville, PA • 8 miles away

Part-Time Sitter for one...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Need a sitter approximately 3 times a week for approximately 3 hours each day. Want to do activities and some kindergarten level learning materials. Days will always be during the week and in the morning/afternoon.

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$15–18/hr
Jamison, PA • 24 miles away

July babysitter needed for 3 hours...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi I’m looking for someone to watch our son Jack for the month of July Monday-Thursday 2:30 to 5:30.

I would need to the sitter to be at the house when Jack got off the summer school bus. The sitter would need to be able to prepare his dinner and play with him.

Our son Jack is going to summer... More

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$16–20/hr
Philadelphia, PA • 20 miles away

Part time nanny

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Seeking nanny for next fall/ late summer. Early mornings for drop off and several afternoons. Possible overnights (2) during work travel.

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$19–23/hr
Downingtown, PA • 15 miles away

Baby Girl / Few Hours Only

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

Hello! We’re a family of 3 including our new baby girl. We are very happy and love a relaxing lifestyle, both work from home.
We’re looking for someone to help us watch, play and carry our new baby while we work (from our home offices). Also helping us keep baby’s room clean and laundry... More

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$20–25/hr
Media, PA • 20 miles away

Occasional weekday/daytime hours needed....

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We have one bright and happy, easygoing 3yo son. No pets. Big house and yard. Already potty trained. Good eater and sleeper. We need an occasional sitter who can work daytime weekday hours. Hoping to start a relationship with a sitter or two who we could keep on our rotation. Thanks so much!... More

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

After school sitter for active , curious...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 4:00pm (flexible)

We lost our aftercare, and we are looking for a sitter who can pick up our 8 year old from school. We need help 3 days a week, but we are flexible on which days.

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$11–15/hr
Philadelphia, PA • 19 miles away

regular mother's helper and occasional sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi! We are a queer interracial family in Mt. Airy. I'm looking for someone to stay with my 12 year old (8-9 developmentally) on saturdays for 5-8 hours and when my 10 year old (3-4 developmentally) comes home from her residential treatment center on weekends, be a mother's helper for 8-10 hours on... More

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$15–20/hr
Norristown, PA • 11 miles away

Easy work and good pay!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am (flexible)

Need someone to be here while my child sleeps no cleaning or anything just someone to be present

Open back door for puppy to potty and sit on the couch or sleep on the couch

I am in Norristown two big dogs that are friendly easy money!!!

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$15–19/hr
Concordville, PA • 21 miles away

Babysitter for 2 kids (a boy and a girl)

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

We are a family of four (6years old boy and 3 and half years old girl) living in Glen Mills.My 6 years old son uses an ipad to talk.
Job description:We are looking for someone providing care inside and outside the house, cares for the children including feeding diapering and dressing.Pick up the... More

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$20–22/hr
Media, PA • 20 miles away

Afternoon sitter for 3 kiddos

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 4:00pm

We have 3 kiddos- a 5-year-old, 3-year-old, and 10 month old. We are looking for a consistent sitter Monday to Friday to play, nurture, and have fun with our kids!
We are looking for a consistent sitter Monday to Friday (11 to 4 or 12 to 4). Ideally, we would love a sitter who can commit long-term.... More

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$12–15/hr
Lansdowne, PA • 23 miles away

Saturday sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Single mom with 2 boys, 3 & 4 years old. We just moved into a new apartment so don’t mind the boxes

Watch the boys while I’m gone and make sure they eat, there’s food for them

I’m working overtime 9-3:30 saturdays

Text me if interested

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$10–15/hr
Blandon, PA • 25 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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$18–22/hr
Perkasie, PA • 19 miles away

After school babysitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

I am a single parent with a 9 year old son. I need after school and or evening care. I need someone to pick my son up at daycare and provide care until I get home from work for 2-3 hours 1-2 days per week.

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