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.

$16–20/hr
Greenville, SC • 21 miles away

Part-Time Sitter for 4 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 5:00pm

We are a small family that loves being outdoors, swimming and cooking.
We are looking for a part-time nanny for our 4 year old (Turning 5 Aug 22). Our son Loves cars and playing outside. He also really enjoys the pool and children's museum.

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$11–21/hr
Conestee, SC • 17 miles away

occasional sitter for 3 amazing boys

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

we are a family of 5 an mommy and daddy need a date night we are new to the area and have no one here to help with the kids
watch the children and maybe help with bed time we have a dog but she normally stays in my bedroom she will always be fed amd taken care of before we leave
it will be times... More

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$16–25/hr
Conestee, SC • 17 miles away

Full time sitter for toddler and future...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

Currently have an almost 2 year old boy needing care! I am currently expecting will have a 3 month infant girl to add in November after maternity leave!

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$16–20/hr
Conestee, SC • 17 miles away

full time sitter for summer

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 8:00pm

My daughter is pretty independent. She loves to play outside. She loves to drink flavored water. She is potty trained. She needs to work in workbooks and reading during summer break. Trying to get her to try vegetables.

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$16–25/hr
Conestee, SC • 17 miles away

Looking for an occasional but consistent...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of 4 with 1 dog. The boys both go to school walking distance from our house.
At this point we would need the kids looked after in the afternoon/ evening. You would be playing with the boys then reading with them possibly doing their learning apps on the computer then putting them to... More

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$16–20/hr
Conestee, SC • 17 miles away

Part-timer sitter for energetic 2 year old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 1:00pm

We are are family of four looking for someone to care for our 2 year old weekday mornings in July and August
Play with our 2 year old, prepare meals for two year old, help with laundry for children, bring 2 year old to play and music classes
We are looking for a loving person to care for our 2... More

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$15–18/hr
Greenville, SC • 20 miles away

Part time sitter for older kids with a...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We have a big brother that isn’t quite old enough to watch his little sister alone. My kids are old enough to take care of themselves I just don’t feel comfortable leaving them alone quite yet.

Occasionally pick my daughter up from after school care and have her settled at home when I work... More

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$10–14/hr
Reidville, SC • 18 miles away

Part-time Sitter for 3 sweet elementary...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 6:00pm

Sweet children close in age, 10, 8, and 6, they love the outdoors, and they love to swim. Very easy to take care of.
I am needing pick up from school and brought to my moms, where they will have an abundance of things to play with and do. Please help with any homework they may have. Mainly they will... More

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$10–15/hr
Moore, SC • 20 miles away

Sitter for Two energetic Toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm

We are The Scotts and are looking for a sitter that is great with children, trained in CPR.
My husband works during the day and I am starting school June 3 and need a sitter three days a week.
I live in Moore, SC and my school schedule will be on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays.

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$15–17/hr
Greer, SC • 22 miles away

Part time sitter for our little family

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello my Name is Kassandra, and my husbands name is Brian. We have a 3 & 5 year old. Maddox is our wild, full of imagination boy. Emersyn is our sweet,singing Queen who is a newly 3 year old. We would love to find someone to help us on occasion/once a week or so
You will just need to make sure they... More

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$13–21/hr
Simpsonville, SC • 11 miles away

Part- time sitter for my 4yr old son

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

Hello! My family works full time and I am going to college starting May. My son is 4 and loves outdoors, anything on wheels, and gaming.
My husband works third shift 6pm-6am, so I need someone at the house by 10:30/11am most weekday mornings until I get home from work.. usually home by 4pm. My son... More

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$17–22/hr
Reidville, SC • 18 miles away

need a baby sitter asap

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 5:30pm

Hello we’re the Sanchez Family my son is 3 years old , he really doesn’t ask for much as long as he’s well taken care of we’re happy
taking care of my son while we’re at work , he’s already potty trained , he will ask to use the restroom, making sure he eats

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$16–20/hr
Greenville, SC • 23 miles away

Full-Time Nanny for 10 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 9:00pm

We are a loving, family searching for a nanny to care for our 10-year-old child. We seek someone patient, responsible, fun, and with experience working with children. Our child is a fun-loving and curious individual who enjoys playing games, reading books, and spending time outdoors. We would love... More

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$12–15/hr
Simpsonville, SC • 13 miles away

Part-time babysitter needed with extended...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:30pm - 5:30pm

Looking for an amazing baby sitter for our three years old girl (potty trained) and six year old boy.

Spend quality time with kids and help them with the learning and activities, including in house and outdoor activities.
The younger one is back home from pre-school at 12:30pm and elder one is... More

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