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.

$10–14/hr
Thomasville, NC • 23 miles away

Savannah is 11 samaj is 6.She do not need...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00pm

I have 2 girls 1 name.Somebody gave the other name Savannah.We just need someone to come and sit with them
Absolutely.Nothing.Just sit with the girls maybe allow them to go outside

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$19–23/hr
Mooresville, NC • 23 miles away

Part-time family member for a very loving...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 6:00pm (flexible)

My name is Alexandra, my husband and i have been together for 14 years and have a 2 year old son. He was premature and currently my mom watches him full time, we need someone to supplement a few day a week
Looking for someone trustworthy and responsible. It is very important for us to do reference... More

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$17–21/hr
Southmont, NC • 9 miles away

Weekly Driver Needed - To/From Sports

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am (flexible)

We are a busy, diverse family of four. We have two dogs: a Yorkie and a Great Dane. Mom and dad are full time employees with a few extra-curricular activities of fitness. Kids are active scholars and athletes. There are two kids:1 boy (15) and 1 girl (12).
Need assistance with taking daughter to... More

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$17–21/hr
Southmont, NC • 9 miles away

Sitter Needed?

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a sitter for two children . Weekdays Monday to Friday 7am-11:30am(every other week).

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$17–21/hr
Salisbury, NC • 4 miles away

Part-time sitter for 4.5 month old baby

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Ava is 4.5 months old, my husband and I have a number of pets. (6 cats, 2 dogs)
Animals do not need care during the day.
Need someone to watch and entertain Ava while we are at work. Bottle fed only.
Friday 5/24 7am - approximately 430pm

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$18–22/hr
Concord, NC • 23 miles away

Transportation for Summer Camp

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am

I need someone to pick up all for kids from summer camp starting on 6/3/24-7/31/24 from 5:00pm to 6:00pm

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$18–20/hr
Mooresville, NC • 22 miles away

Part -time nanny/sitter for one toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 10:00am (flexible)

Nursing student looking for childcare for one year old.
Start time: 6am two days per month. 7am - four days per month. Total 30 hours per month. Flexibility a plus.
CPR, First Aid.

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$10–11/hr
Spencer, NC • Less than a mile

Sitter for energetic 6 year old and 1 year...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 8:30pm (flexible)

I have1 year old sonwholoves to food and a 6 year old daughter who is a diva and enjoy being center of attention
To be make sure my kids eat and safe also someone to play and take them outsideon nice weather days

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$10–15/hr
Landis, NC • 14 miles away

Part time sitter for 3 month old happy girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

I’m a new mom to a beautiful baby girl. She is almost 3 months old. I am looking for care for her while I work.
Looking for infant care for one child 2-3 days a week in my home or yours. She’s a very happy baby and really only cries when she’s hungry or needs changing. Looking for someone who is... More

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$18–22/hr
Concord, NC • 23 miles away

Part-time sitter for 2 children (1&6)

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a 1 year old daughter and a 6 year old son, the 6 year old can basically take care of himself, the 1 year old is who I need help with.
I need help with watching the kids while I go to work for 12 hours, and and help with feeding them.

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$11–22/hr
Concord, NC • 23 miles away

Part-time Sitter for sweet 1 and half...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I travel out of state and need a sitter to help fill out time mother has to work.
Pretty much just the basic for a 1 to 2 year old care, Watch feed and change Diaper when mother has to work.

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$18–22/hr
Kannapolis, NC • 17 miles away

Sitter for my son.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 6:00pm (flexible)

Hi! We are a family of 3 with one loving dog. My boyfriend and I both work full time jobs.
The next 2 weeks need a full time sitter as my son will be out of school for summer. Starting June 3rd I am looking for someone that can pick him up from school.

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$16–20/hr
Southmont, NC • 9 miles away

Full time sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 6:00am

Princeton 1yr old
Nolan Jr 5 yr old
Playful boys
Nolan is non verbal autistic,let’s you know what he wants
Bedtime. Putting kids to bed, make sure they’ve ate I will cook. Princeton will need to be changed Nolan is potty trained.

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$18–19/hr
Concord, NC • 23 miles away

Part-time sitter for modest 6 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello,

I am looking for a part time sitter on the weekends a Saturday or Sunday that has flexibility to watch my daughter.

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What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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