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.

$10–12/hr
Huntsville, AL • 23 miles away

Sitter needed for a sweet 1 year toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 4:30pm

Very nice Cristian family. Mom's a teacher and dad's a contractor. Verycompassionate and caring family
Understanding, loving and caring person who will take care of our prince the same way we would

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$16/hr
Madison, AL • 17 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Our Sweet...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We’re seeking a trustworthy and experienced babysitter to care for our energetic and loving 2-year-old on occasional date nights. Must have prior childcare experience, reliable transportation, and a friendly demeanor. Madison, AL area.

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$18–22/hr
Belle Mina, AL • 14 miles away

Part time sitter and transportation for my...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 7:00pm

I work over an hour away from home. In need of someone to take the kids to and from school about 3 days a week. I have a 12 year old daughter and 18 year old son with special needs. Both are very easy to take care of.

Transportation to and from school , snacks, light dinner, light cleaning,... More

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$18–22/hr
Madison, AL • 12 miles away

Part-time sitter for an energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! In the home is me, Megan - momma, Bryan - dad, our daughter, Abi, and our sweet dog, Dame. We’re all just a bunch of nerds.
I need the sitter to watch Abi, feed her, let Dame in and out as needed until Bryan gets home from work.
I’m in the Madison, AL area.

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$18–22/hr
Madison, AL • 12 miles away

Sitter for twins and one little girl

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00pm - 7:00am (flexible)

We are the Sigler/Brown Family and would love to have someone who has experience to help us with our kids while we work to provide for them

Prepare for bedtime ,prepare for school,help with homework or nightly tasks

Madison,Al

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$18–22/hr
Madison, AL • 12 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

Hello!
We are a family of four with 3-year-old twin boys. We're looking for someone to help us on weekends. Both my husband and I work full-time, so we'd love to have a few hours to rest and recharge after our busy weeks.
We would prefer someone who speaks Spanish, as that's the primary language... More

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$10–11/hr
Elkmont, AL • 8 miles away

Date night Sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a very independent 9 years old that I need a sitter for occasionally on week nights
If available to come to my home, I just need someone to make sure she is safe. I will feed her before leaving.
Random weekend nights so u may have another off please !

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$18–22/hr
Meridianville, AL • 23 miles away

Sitter wanted for working parents on...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a busy family and large family. Both parents work and the kids are extremely independent.
Looking for someone to sit our three youngest while we work the weekends.
Fri, Sat and or Sunday to sit for a couple hours before one of us gets home from work

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$22–25/hr
Elkmont, AL • 8 miles away

Part-time sitter for infants and toddlers

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I have 2 children in which are grown and moved out and on their own. It’s only my husband and I. I have retired but my husband still has a few years before retirement.
Have a schedule with times and tasks such as nap times, feeding times, and/or what foods they like/dislike…etc. also things they... More

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$18–22/hr
Huntsville, AL • 16 miles away

Need sitter on Thursday nights from 5:30 -...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Need a sitter 4 hours per week to watch my son with special needs (Downs Syndrome). Will need to cook and feed him a meal, ride or walk in neighborhood. W-2 job which pays $22.00 per hour. Pay is through an agency. Please let me know if interested so more details may be provided. We live near... More

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$18–22/hr
Huntsville, AL • 20 miles away

Sitter needed for occasional date nights.

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

3 boys ages 4 (5 in December, on the autism spectrum, high functioning, highly intelligent), and 2 seven year olds.
Occasionally date nights. Typically 1-2 nights per month. Possible overnight until about 8am.

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$10–15/hr
Huntsville, AL • 20 miles away

Flexible & Reliable Part-Time Sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Best family to work with and easygoing! We value transparency and good vibes. Treating everyone with respect & dignity is important in our household.
Reliable, consistent, trustworthy, authentic, kindhearted, flexible, patient, and honest.

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$11–20/hr
Huntsville, AL • 20 miles away

Before school care - $100 weekly

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 8:00am

Hi there! Just me and my mini me. Lively 5 year old who loves to read, play Roblox, and dress up.
Looking for before school care when I work my day shift. (Month on, month off) Come to my home at 5:00 am so I can leave for work. Then, take her to school at 7:30 am.

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$15/hr
Madison, AL • 17 miles away

Childcare Worker for the Church Nursery

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

First Bible Church in Madison is looking for people who love kids and would like to work in our church nursery on Sunday mornings. The ages range from age 1 to 3. The number of children could range from 5 to 10 at most. You also will always have another person in the room with you - either another... More

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