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.

$19–20/hr
Pooler, GA • 6 miles away

Babysitter in Pooler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

A lovely family in Pooler, near Costco and Sam’s Club, is seeking an occasional babysitter for their 2 year old to start as soon as possible.

Backup care is needed intermittently on Monday-Friday from 3pm-6pm. Mom will be in the home during this time, and the family can provide a 24 hour notice... More

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$14–18/hr
Guyton, GA • 17 miles away

Part time sitter for 1 boy child

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello My’kah is our miracle baby and we are looking for someone to take really good care of him. Me and dad both work weird hours so times will fluctuate.

Job only consist of Feeding, Learning activities, Playtime.

Taking him on walks is optional.

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$19–40/hr
Hilton Head Island, SC • 25 miles away

Help in mornings with our two children!!

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for someone to help watch our two children next week! We are looking for help in the mornings, ideally from 8am till 11am for a few days. Our son, Miles, is 3.5 years old. Our daughter, Harper, is 9mo old. Harper will likely be napping for much of the time. Would just be to keep them... More

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$19–25/hr
Bluffton, SC • 19 miles away

Fun-Loving Family in Bluffton Seeking...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a small family of three living in Bluffton. I work at SCAD, and my husband runs a private catering business. We stay busy but always prioritize family. Our daughter, Zoe, is 2 ½ and an absolute joy—lively, bright, and full of curiosity. She loves building with blocks, zooming trucks around,... More

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$10–19/hr
Rincon, GA • 9 miles away

Date night sitter for the best kids you...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 11/23 - 11/24

5:00pm - 2:00am

We are a loving family seeking a responsible and nurturing sitter to care for our two children: a 3-month-old infant and a 3-year-old toddler. This part-time position is primarily for date nights.
• Follow feeding, diapering, and nap schedules for the infant
• Engage the toddler with fun,... More

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$19–23/hr
Pooler, GA • 6 miles away

Sitter Needed Immediate Hire

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Mom of 2 girls ,
My oldest is well mannered and easy going loves to play with dolls and read books.

My youngest is a character she loves Elmo and loves when I sing.

I need a reliable sitter to watch my children overnight while I go to work and drop them off to school .

3 days a week .

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$10–50/hr
Guyton, GA • 17 miles away

Occasional mommy night out sitter.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Kaden is almost 20 months old. He is very active and rambunctious- mainly because he loves playing and loves to be on the go.

Watch and interact with Kaden. He loves Ms Rachel. And loves playing in general. Just ensure he gets to bed. Sometimes it takes him a minute to get to bed, so he has no set... More

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$15–18/hr
Savannah, GA • 13 miles away

Part Time Sitter for 1 baby boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 12:30pm

Baby sitter needed for baby as I need to return to work full-time. Would only be needed until his dad can switch to a different shift. Baby has to bed fed every 3 hours, some playtime to continue his growth development.

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$20–22/hr
Savannah, GA • 13 miles away

FTM Needing Extra Hands

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello, I am a first time mom in Savannah, GA needing childcare support.
I’d like the sitter to look after the baby if I need to shower, sterilize bottles and so some errands.

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$14–15/hr
Port Wentworth, GA • Less than a mile

Part time sitter for a sweet 7 month old baby

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a military family. Gia is 7 months and she is the sweetest girl.

She usually gets a diaper change every 1-2 hours. She mostly plays independently in her big playpen and I usually go in there with her to play. She likes to go on walks around the neighborhood.She naps according to her wake... More

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$10–25/hr
Rincon, GA • 9 miles away

Part time sitter for two sweet elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

A Family of 4, recently moved to the area Military family. We have 2 sweet children a boy who is 7 and a girl who is 3!
We are looking for Frequent Date nights on Friday and Saturdays usually 2 to 4 a month

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$15–19/hr
Guyton, GA • 17 miles away

Part time sitter for 1 energetic little girl

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

By boyfriend and I both work weekends on Saturday and my daughters father has her every other weekend. We are pretty relaxed and keep a tidy house.

Every other Saturday from 6:30am- 6:30-7:00pm watch our daughter letting her play, nap ( as needed), and feed ( as needed) she has her own schedule... More

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$18–22/hr
Guyton, GA • 17 miles away

Part-time afternoon sitter for a toddler...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am

Just moved to Guyton from Atlanta. We are a family of 4. We have a 2 year old and a 7 year old. My wife and I will be starting work on the 4th of November.
Would need someone pick up our 2 year old from daycare and wait at the bus stop for our 7 year old. My wife gets off work at 530 and would be... More

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$19–23/hr
Richmond Hill, GA • 21 miles away

Part Time Sitter for 1 preschool age

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 3:30pm (flexible)

Hello I have a 4 year old daughter who is autistic andI would need assistance with picking her up 3 days a week until I get home.
I need someone to pick my daughter up from therapy at 3pm and watch her until i get home at 330pm
I live in Richmond hill and her therapy is also in Richmond hill 2/3... More

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