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.

$18–22/hr
Huntsville, AL • 19 miles away

Caring for Infant, Drives Own Car,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a babysitter to care for our infant starting on April 11, 2025. The sitter will feed, change, and engage the child in various age-appropriate activities. They must have their own car for possible errands. The sitter should also feel comfortable around pets, as we have animals in the home. A... More

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$15–20/hr
Harvest, AL • 9 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Infant on Tuesdays...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a responsible babysitter for our infant child on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, starting April 1, 2025. If those times don’t exactly line up with your availability that’s okay, those are just the ideal times for my husband and I. Please be prepared for light housekeeping... More

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$15–21/hr
Toney, AL • 5 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler: Drive, Meal...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

We seek a babysitter for our toddler starting May 1, 2025. The schedule is flexible, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, assisting with toilet training, driving the child to activities, and supporting learning activities in our home.... More

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$15–20/hr
Madison, AL • 13 miles away

Part time sitter for one sweet, funny,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

Hi I’m Stacy. I have a seven year old son that attends school in Madison. We also live in Madison. We have two dogs. A small older 15 pound sweet girl and a 14 month old Golden Retriever named Bob. I work at a Children’s Urgent Care and ours hours are 12-8p Monday through Fridays and 8a-6p Saturday... More

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$20–25/hr
Huntsville, AL • 15 miles away

Sitter needed for 1 week while I am...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 04/07

7:00am - 6:00pm

I am looking for a reliable babysitter to care for my elementary-aged child (8) from April 7, 2025- April 11th. The schedule runs Monday to Friday, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM( the end time will be earlier but I like to add extra just in case). Responsibilities include preparing meals extremely simple... More

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$15–20/hr
Huntsville, AL • 17 miles away

Reliable Morning Sitter For My 2 Daughters

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 7:30am (flexible)

I need a reliable morning sitter for my two daughters, ages 3&6. The job starts on March 19, 2025, and runs Monday through Friday from 5:30 AM to 7:30 AM. Responsibilities include caring for the children and dropping them off at school. The ideal candidate has experience with multiple children and... More

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$11–12/hr
Pulaski, TN • 22 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Two Children, Driving...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 2:30pm

We need a reliable babysitter for two children, ages preschool and middle school. The job starts on April 9, 2025, and runs from 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM, Sunday through Friday. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, helping with homework, and preparing meals. The sitter must have their own car... More

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$18–22/hr
Huntsville, AL • 15 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Infants...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 11:30pm (flexible)

We seek a babysitter for our three children, ages infant to toddler, starting on June 9, 2025, with a flexible start date. The schedule includes Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Wednesday, from 1:30 PM to 11:30 PM. The ideal candidate has their own car, multiple experience with young children, and a... More

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$10–18/hr
Taft, TN • 8 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Preschool and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 6:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for two children, ages toddler and preschool. The job starts on April 14, 2025, and requires care on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The babysitter will have a car for transportation, assist with a learning pod, and prepare meals and snacks.... More

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$13–18/hr
Huntsville, AL • 19 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for 2 Children,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am

We seek a reliable babysitter for two children, ages preschool to elementary, starting March 10, 2025. The schedule is Monday to Friday, from 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM. Responsibilities include helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks, driving the kids home from school (daycare), and light... More

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$17–21/hr
Huntsville, AL • 18 miles away

Babysitter needed for preschool child,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

We seek a babysitter for our preschool child from March 10, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 2 PM to 5 PM on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Responsibilities include driving our child, preparing meals and snacks, and performing light housekeeping tasks. The candidate must have... More

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$18–25/hr
Athens, AL • 12 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Infant on Fridays...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a babysitter for our infant starting on March 8, 2025, with a flexible start date. The job includes watching one child on Fridays and Saturdays from 4:30 PM to 10:00 PM. The babysitter will engage with the child, prepare meals and snacks, and ensure a safe, clean environment. Must be... More

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$18–22/hr
Madison, AL • 19 miles away

Part time sitter for 2 kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

It’s just me and my babies I have girl (1 year old ) & boy (3 year old ) I need a babysitter bad so I could I work !

Watch them
Fix them food
Make sure she changed properly
They need a nap time during the day

Braylon is a good kid he will sit on his iPad the whole day
Baileigh is in her... More

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$18–22/hr
Hazel Green, AL • 10 miles away

Part time sitter for a 9month old!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of 7! We are very busy and schedules change often. We are needing someone to watch our 9 month old baby Mon- Friday on days that my husband & I are both working.

I need someone who can watch her play, feed her, change her diaper. Potentially hold her to nap. Let dogs out to go... More

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