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.

$10–15/hr
Ladson, SC • 13 miles away

Baby Arya 1.5 years old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Young family, that needs extra help for us to be able to have some alone time. Both work full-time and could use some date nights
Care, feed, play and enjoy time with little Arya. Take her on walks, let her run around, etc

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$13–16/hr
Charleston, SC • 24 miles away

Occasional night out sitters for a 2 year...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I’m a mom of a 2 year old boy who’s very active and loves the outdoors

occasional sitter who can follow bedtime routines such as: bath, simple dinner prep, book before bed

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$11–14/hr
Charleston, SC • 20 miles away

Part time sitter for two siblings, boy and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

New Family to the North Charleston area. Two siblings with lots of energy and love to give!

Looking for an occasional sitter for date nights and mommy time on weekends. If available this weekend that would be great!!!!

Weekends and occasional date nights

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$15–20/hr
North Charleston, SC • 25 miles away

The Williams

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I live with my mother and brother. My 2 kids need someone who is very attentive and energetic. My son likes video games and he's can easily warm up to you. As for my daughter she is shy and doesn't trust easily but she likes to dressup and play with dolls.
Pick children up from bus stop help them... More

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$18–22/hr
Summerville, SC • 8 miles away

One- time sitter for two energetic toddlers.

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/12

9:00am - 5:00pm

Hi! I set up this profile for my older sister who has two boys. Ages 2 and 4 years old. I am trying to find a sitter for Mother’s Day so she is able to enjoy her day and relax.
The sitter would only be required to give lunch and snacks which will already be laid out for them. Besides that just... More

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$12–15/hr
Summerville, SC • 11 miles away

Part-Time Care for 6mo Baby

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

Hello, my name is Megan! My husband James and I have lived in Summerville for almost 5 years. We have a very sweet 6mo old baby as well as two dogs.
My husband and I both work remotely, however he will be starting a new job on May 6th that will require him to go into an office. Because of this, we... More

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$18–22/hr
Summerville, SC • 11 miles away

Part time sitter for one sweet, friendly...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 1:00pm

Hello! we have one sweet, spunky toddler and a 9yr old pup! We are looking for help while I work from home (I’ll be right in the next room). My daughter loves playing, reading, painting, and making new friends!
We are looking for someone to play (be very engaged) with our 2.5 year old for ~2-3 days... More

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$10–23/hr
Summerville, SC • 8 miles away

Part-time sitter for5 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

My wife and I are looking for a sitter for our 5 month old. While I work outside of the home, my wife works from home and is needing a little relief while working.
We only request to watch, feed, prepare the baby for naps, diaper changing and feeding

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$15–17/hr
Summerville, SC • 11 miles away

Summer- sitter for an active toodler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 6:00pm (flexible)

Hello, my name is Taylor and my son’s name is William. William is an active 3 yr old.
I am looking for someone who will be comfortable taking William to the park and his therapy session, once a week.
Times are flexiblle, as well day number of days a week.

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$13–16/hr
Charleston, SC • 24 miles away

Out for the evening care

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Two well behaved kids, eldest 13 yr old boy, 2nd 9yr old girl. They can keep themselves entertained, or watch TV

Two well behaved kids needing light supervision for an evening, bedtime at 9:00

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$10–15/hr
Moncks Corner, SC • 17 miles away

Partime sitter for an infant!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Send me your application then shoot me a message!!

My partner works full time and I work part time as an artist. My schedule is extremely flexible but I would prefer the afternoons! I’m looking for some help so I can work a few hours during the week. We also have one dog and three cats! Our dog... More

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$15–20/hr
Ladson, SC • 13 miles away

Occasional sitter for one sweet 7 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My name is Samantha Carnell and me and my boyfriend Alan have a wonderful 7 month old little girl named Olivia. She is very sweet and super happy.
Maybe feed her (depending on the time we leave). Get her dressed for bed and put down for bedtime. She will kind of let you know when she is tired. But... More

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$20–24/hr
Summerville, SC • 8 miles away

Full-time sitter for a 3 and 2 year old.

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

I’m Emily and I’m a single mother of 4. Aubrey is 11, Sadie is 8, Clementine is 3 and special needs, and Miles is 2. Clementine is in 3k for a half day, she rides the bus. Aubrey and Sadie will typically stay with another family member but will possibly need to be put on the bus some days.

I am... More

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$11–20/hr
Ladson, SC • 13 miles away

One day a week with the sweetest 6 month...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:30pm - 7:30pm

We have a 6 month old who is our whole world. I'm getting back to work and we have it worked out that we'll just need a sitter once a week to cover time that we both work.
Bottle feeding, naps, diaper changes, and some tummy time. He eats every 3 to 5 hours.
We need either Monday or Wednesday... More

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