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.

$20–25/hr
Atlanta, GA • 21 miles away

Part-Time Nanny (TRANSPORTATION ONLY)

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

Small family seeking assistance for the remainder of the school year to transport child from school.
Pickup child from school and drop off. The school is in Smyrna, GA. The drop off will be near Cascade Rd 3 days out the week, and Riverdale, GA the remaining days. This service is only needed on... More

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$21–22/hr
Atlanta, GA • 17 miles away

Sitter for 2yr. Old 3am-11am mon.-Fri

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi my name is Nekia I'm caring for my 2 yr. Granddaughter her name is jmour
I have to be at work by 3am so I would need someone to be there to feed her and keep her occupied until I get off at 11am
My schedule is 3am to 11am Monday to Friday

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$10–25/hr
Smyrna, GA • 24 miles away

Occasional sitter able to transition to...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a growing blended family with two girls and one baby boy. We have a baby girl on the way.
At minimum: Light meal prep (warming up a meal) and bedtime routine. At maximum adding in tidying up after meals, transportation assistance.
We are looking to build a relationship with a occasional... More

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$10–25/hr
Atlanta, GA • 17 miles away

Part-time sitter for one grade schooler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I'm a mother who's generally laid back only one child she's 10.She's very respectful and full of life!
Just watch her if I have to work extra shifts or girls night/date night out

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$15–25/hr
Lithia Springs, GA • 14 miles away

Nanny for infant ) Must have experience...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

My son is 8 weeks old. We are looking for an in home sitter during the week to help while I am working.

You will be feeding him, changing diapers and any other care he will need.

Care will take place in my home. I am located in Lithia Springs, GA.

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$19–23/hr
Union City, GA • 18 miles away

Need a part time sitter/ weekends as...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

I have 3 children 2 girls & 1 boy. Ages 3(Journee),8(Jayden), & 9(Jordyn).

I will need the sitter to be at the house when the kids ride the school bus home from school & also pick up my 3 year old from daycare. I will also need help on the weekends as needed.

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$10–15/hr
Palmetto, GA • 13 miles away

Occasional sitter for a set of 10 month...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

The Barrett family is a family of 3 children. A set of 10 month old twins and and a 6th grader. We are looking for an occasional sitter to care for our children for date nights etc
Provide care and safety while we are away. Give lunch and dinner that will be provided

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$20–24/hr
Tyrone, GA • 20 miles away

Part-time sitter for our three kiddos

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of five with three children ages 1.5, 3, and 5. We are looking for someone who can meld into our family seamlessly and offer us support with raising responsible loving children.
Protect our babies,be able to prepare snacks, and serve premade dinners. It would be a bonus if you are... More

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$21–25/hr
Atlanta, GA • 25 miles away

Sitter for 10 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 7:00pm

10 month old! for 14 hours

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$21–25/hr
Mableton, GA • 19 miles away

Help with school pick up

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

3 boys that are independent
Ages 14/11/9
They are in 8/6/ and 4th grades
I need help with pick up from school and drop off home. This would be the extent of the work

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$21–25/hr
Mableton, GA • 19 miles away

Help with school pick up

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

3 boys that are independent
Ages 14/11/9
They are in 8/6/ and 4th grades
I need help with pick up from school and drop off home. This would be the extent of the work

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$15–25/hr
Atlanta, GA • 25 miles away

6 yo Princess

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 9:30am

Single mom that works a lot. Great kid. Voted Miss First Grade reading on a Third grade level
Play home work and bedtime. No need for bath , mom will do that in the morning.

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$15–20/hr
Villa Rica, GA • 6 miles away

Occasional overnight sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Have an outgoing free spirit 4 year old who is pretty cool I must say. Need an occasional overnight sitter for her on Wednesdays. Will also need you to pick her up from school on those Wednesdays we require overnight care. I work 3 nights a week and will need AM care on those days that I’m at work... More

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$18–25/hr
Powder Springs, GA • 17 miles away

MWF Part-Time Sitter Needed for Assistance...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am

We are seeking a caring and reliable part-time sitter to support our 1st grade daughter with her homeschooling. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children and has experience with those who may have sensory processing challenges.

Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with daily... More

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