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.

$20–24/hr
Claymont, DE • 18 miles away

Occasional Sitter for our first baby boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Mom Dad 2 doggies (rottie & pit) and a new baby. Baby mostly sleeps right now and dogs are super friendly and inquisitive , we only need a sitter for the occasional parental outing

Watch baby during the occasional parental outing , he mostly sleeps right now since he’s brand new to the world but... More

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$21–40/hr
New Castle, DE • 8 miles away

Part time/ Occasional sitter for 10 and 3...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We are the Pinders. We are looking for someone to occasionally babysit so mom and dad can have a few hours out on a date night or to run errands.
We would like to sitter to assist with getting dinner or snacks ready, we will already have those items prepared. We also would like assistance with... More

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$17–20/hr
Wilmington, DE • 12 miles away

Full time sitter for jan and feb

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 3:30pm

I have a 2 month and an 8 years old. My 8 years old is very independent. My husband and I both work in dover so consistency is required with job
I need everything involved with my 2 month old. Her laundry and bottle cleaning. Diaper changes etc

The only additional thing is dropoff and pick up for... More

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$15–20/hr
Wilmington, DE • 9 miles away

Part-time nanny for 6 month old Mon-Weds...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a nanny to take care of our 6 month old son Mon-Weds 8am-5pm.
Nanny will be responsible for taking care of our 6 month old - feeding, changing, tending to, playing with, putting down for naps, etc. Meal prep (pureeing food) and cleaning (baby bottles, etc) will only pertain to... More

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$10–40/hr
Newark, DE • 3 miles away

Part time daycare/ babysitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 12:00pm

Name is Dennis,40yrs old work on railroad in king of prussia, PA. Have a 1yr old daughter name is Phoenix.
Looking for daycare/babysitter during my work days atleast 3 days a week.
I live in delaware but work in king of prussia.

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$15–20/hr
Townsend, DE • 16 miles away

Early Morning Sitter Needed ASAP

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

Two beautiful kids 7 and 9. One plays lacrosse the other plays baseball. Both are sweet, loving, talkative, really a joy. Needed asap.
Take kids to daycare in the morning. M-F one week Monday and Tuesday the following

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$15–17/hr
Wilmington, DE • 9 miles away

Weekday Morning-to-Afternoon Sitter Needed...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am (flexible)

We are a small, loving family of two—just me and my 8-year-old daughter. She’s independent, sweet, and full of curiosity, and I’m a dedicated parent looking for someone who can fit right in with our little team. We value kindness, patience, and someone who can bring a positive vibe to our... More

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$10–15/hr
Newark, DE • 4 miles away

Before/After School

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm

I need someone to pick my 10 year old daughter up from home at 8:30am, and take her to school (which is less than 5 minutes from my house). My daughter will need to be picked up at school at 3:50pm and dropped off at home. That's it! I really need something affordable because my job is requiring us... More

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$17–21/hr
Marcus Hook, PA • 20 miles away

Virtual Job

Part-time sitter for 2 sweet pre schoolers...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Family of 6 but need help with our 2 amazing preschoolers ages 3 and 4

Need sitter to do activities such as reading, arts and crafts and other pre school activities, take them to the library that is up the street from house. Feed them the lunches I have prepared, cleaning after activities.

I... More

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$10–18/hr
Marcus Hook, PA • 20 miles away

Weekend part-time toddler child care for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

17 month old girl starting daycare during the week. Needs flexible weekend childcare for date night and work activities

Needs flexible availability (6-10 hours) on Saturday and Sunday and sometimes Friday night

Upper Chichester area

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$21–25/hr
Kennett Square, PA • 17 miles away

Sitter 4 days a week Monday Wednesday...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi mom dad baby 2 French bulldogs baby 6 months need care in home for son naps bottles fun reading
Daily care bottle naps play read books love care learn want soft caring person to take care of son

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$18–22/hr
Elkton, MD • 9 miles away

Part-time babysitter for 2 energetic boys!

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a blended family. Mom (Corrine) with 2 boys, Malaki & Mavrick. Ages 4 & 2. Step dad (Demetrius). We also have a dog named Parker. He’s very friendly and good with people.

We are looking to find someone who can babysit the boys every Sunday starting at 5pm until 11:30pm. Boys will need... More

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$15–18/hr
Smyrna, DE • 22 miles away

part-time sitter for calm, happy,loving 2...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a 2-year-old daughter and live with my family. While I'm grateful for their help, I'm looking to hire my own babysitter to reduce my reliance on them and have more consistent childcare.
I would need the sitter to watch over my child, play with my child, take her to fun places (extra... More

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$10–16/hr
Bear, DE • Less than a mile

Part time sitter only on sundays for My...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a small family living in the house my mom and sister with her two kids. Then my son will be your only responsibility we are very friendly and welcoming.
I need some supervision for my one year old day care are not open on weekends. a 12hr shift 5am - 5pm
Only on sundays in the bear location

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