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.

$18–20/hr
Woodstock, GA • 17 miles away

Looking for A UNICORN: Spanish Tutor,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I'm a single mom who's attempting to have as little contact with the coparent as possible
I'm looking for someone to pick up my daughter in Woodstock at 6pm and drop her off in Tucker every Sat. Ideally, I'm willing to pay extra if you speak and can teach her Spanish on the ride home. It's possible... More

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$21–25/hr
Marietta, GA • 24 miles away

Seeking part-time nanny for 4 month old twins

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

Hi, we have 4 month old boy/girl twins and are seeking a nanny to be a co-parent and help us raise our kiddos. We have a small black lab and a cat, which we don’t expect you to do anything for, but wanted to mention to make sure that you’re comfortable and not allergic to pets!
We need a sitter to... More

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$17–21/hr
Cartersville, GA • 19 miles away

3 babes in need of a sitter on occasion!

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have three kiddos under 5! Avery is 4 and she is wildly independent! Logan is 3 and is a very outgoing, and Lily is a super smart 2 year old who's always smiling! We also have 2 large dogs and a cat. Mom is currently pregnant and we need someone to watch the kids when she has doctors appts as dad... More

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$13–15/hr
Cartersville, GA • 14 miles away

full time sitter fortwo energetic children

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

they are well behaved and they listen, younger one is shy and older is outgoing both love new people
you will need to take care of them on a daily basis breakfast and lunch and take them to the park get them dressed ect.

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$20–24/hr
Marietta, GA • 21 miles away

Part time sitter for 18 months old girl

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Our granddaughter 18 month old.Our daughter in law having surgery. My wife will need extra helping hands in the house probably for four hours a day. At least for one week ,possibly longer
Light feeding, start at 2 pm , napping, change dipers. Walking at backyard.
House, on cul-de-sac. Not exactly... More

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$18–21/hr
Cumming, GA • 24 miles away

Mother’s Helper Needed for Infant Care and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

Hi there! We’re a family of four with a playful six-year-old boy and a sweet four-month-old girl. Our son would love a babysitter who enjoys battling Transformers, going on pirate adventures, doing crafts, and exploring science experiments. We’re looking for someone who’s fun, comes up with screen... More

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$19–20/hr
Kingston, GA • 22 miles away

This is part time through the holidays

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 8:00pm

I have three sweet boys. They are very kind and sweet and independent.
I need someone willing to watch kids in the afternoon while my boyfriend is at work till I get home. Also do bed time and make them dinner.
I live in Kingston, I work in a school during the day and do an internship in the afternoon. More

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$20–24/hr
Woodstock, GA • 17 miles away

Sitter for every Wednesday evening and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30pm - 8:30pm

MWe have 7 years old daughtery husband and I work full time on siteour daddy is not home usually. I need help mostly every Wednesday help for 3 hours and some Saturdays and on and off Sundays
Pick up my daughter from after school program bring her home prep meal and spend time with her.
The school... More

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$18–22/hr
Acworth, GA • 22 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic toddlers.

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

We're a family of four. Looking for part-time child care one day a week.
Our perfect fit would arrive at our home in the morning. Help with homework, prepare lunch for the kids and be finished by mid afternoon.

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$14–20/hr
Kennesaw, GA • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter for a adorable...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a single mom that works from home. My daughter is three years old. She’s potty trained, and she speaks pretty well for her age.

Call me
Preferably speaks Spanish
Basic interaction such as talking, watching tv etc.
Small clean ups

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$10–12/hr
Kennesaw, GA • 21 miles away

Part time baby sitter for 6 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm

Hello We have a 6 year old autistic son that is sweet and friendly and very easy going.
I will need the sitter to watch/ feed my son from 8a-4:15pm every Saturday.
the location would be at my house

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$10–35/hr
Kennesaw, GA • 21 miles away

Occasional Sitter for Toddler and Twin...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for an occasional sitter for date nights/adult events and possibly travel with family on vacations such as Disney world or a cruise, etc. We have a 4 (will be 5 in Nov) and twin 4 month olds.

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$10–15/hr
Canton, GA • 14 miles away

Part-time sitter for younger kid 9 months...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 4:00pm

Family with2 kids, youngest is 9 months and old kid is 6 years, and husband and wife living together. Wife is doing work from home.
Need to help my wife during her office hours to take care of the baby and help her in household stuff like cleaning, laundry.

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$10–20/hr
Woodstock, GA • 17 miles away

Part-time sitter for infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 2:00pm (flexible)

Hi All,
Looking for a nanny for my newborn.
⁃ Need from October
⁃ Location Woodstock (near Milton 15mins from Alpharetta downtown)
⁃ Must have prior experience with babies
⁃ Should have own transportation
⁃ Duties include... More

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