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.

$15–23/hr
Decatur, AL • 14 miles away

Occasional sitter for two toddler boys

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have 4 kids. 10yr old boy, 7yr old girl, 3yr old Autistic boy, 1yr old boy, and I’m currently pregnant with our 5th which is a girl. Our 2 older kids are in school, but our 2 younger boys are still home with me and I occasionally need someone here with them if I have an appt or need additional... More

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$10–19/hr
Hartselle, AL • 18 miles away

one time for 17 y/o

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/19 - 12/20

10:00pm - 8:00am (flexible)

we are nice sweet just need my 17 to be watched and looked after he is irresponsible
just stayand atch the kid and keep him inline he hi super sweet and super country

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$17–21/hr
Ryland, AL • 19 miles away

Occasional sitter for my 2 month old and...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/19

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Hello! We are a family of three. I’m looking for an occasional babysitter.
I want a sitter to watch my 2 sons, the 2 months old will need occasional feeding and changing.

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$15–18/hr
Huntsville, AL • 4 miles away

Weekend part time sitter for 3 young children

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a family of 5 with 3 young children. We are new to the area and love to play games. Our 3 children are all home schooled.

We are looking for a sitter who is able to sit with our children for ~3hrs in the early morning every fri-Sun and possibly for an hour in the evenings on these days.... More

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$11–20/hr
Huntsville, AL • 10 miles away

Before school care - $100 weekly

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 7:00am

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 day shifts. (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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$16–20/hr
Belle Mina, AL • 3 miles away

6 year old girl- pickup from school and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 4:00pm (flexible)

6 year old girl- pickup from school. Drop her off at home. I don’t need anything else.

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$11–20/hr
Madison, AL • 7 miles away

6 year old girl- drop-off at school

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

6 year old girl- drop-off at school

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$18–19/hr
Belle Mina, AL • 3 miles away

Part time sitter for one 7 month old baby...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00am - 7:00am

Happy baby
Allergy to cows milk

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$16–17/hr
Athens, AL • 11 miles away

Nanny for nine month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

A little bit about us…
We are looking for an experienced nanny for 1 child male (9 months old). Hours would be Monday-Thursday (3-4 days a week 24-32 hours) between 0730-1630 at our home in the French’s mill area of Athens (off mooresville). We would prefer a nanny who has their own car, who does... More

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$17–21/hr
Hazel Green, AL • 22 miles away

Part time for elementary toddler and infant

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Messy young and small with all their own personality per child the big one talks back and the middle one bites
Watch children and change diapers and feed them while I am away for work until grandma or pawaxrfec
Mom - Friday 11-7
My wife is starting to work so her schedule may vary

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$10–15/hr
Madison, AL • 7 miles away

Overnight sitter for one sweet baby

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30pm - 6:30am (flexible)

I’m a singly mother to a 9m old seeking overnight sitting 2-3 nights a week.
Little one is use to cosleeping, so just need someone to sit with her while she sleeps. Maybe give 1-2 bottles and diaper change as needed.

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$15–20/hr
Owens Cross Roads, AL • 19 miles away

Occasional Sitter for Toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! My husband Chris and I live with our one child (Devyn) in Owens Cross Roads, AL. Devyn is an easy-going explorer. She loves to read, play, and dance.
I need an occasional sitter to watch Devyn (at our home) for date nights / events. She typically eats before we leave the house and is ready... More

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$10–12/hr
Huntsville, AL • 13 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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$15/hr
Madison, AL • 7 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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