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.

$18–22/hr
Barataria, LA • 22 miles away

Part-time sitter for fun baby girl and one...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of 6. Childcare needed for the littles within the home occasionally. Two teens have activities outside of home and away but rarely need childcare.
Occasional date night child care needed. Kids are playful and appropriate.

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$19–25/hr
New Orleans, LA • 11 miles away

Need a sitter for 3 nights Nov 28/29/30

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 11/28 - 11/29

9:00pm - 1:00am (flexible)

Need a sitter ideally for all 3 Thanksgiving nights in New Orleans for 3 friendly girls (7, 5 and 1.25 yrs old). Need someone friendly and sweet who can put baby to bed and keep the older girls entertained until bed time. If you have only 1 or 2 of those days available, that works too.

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$10–20/hr
New Orleans, LA • 9 miles away

Grand Parents Looking For Date Night...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My wife and I are looking to find someone to carry for our grand daughter for short periods. We are looking for someone just onoccasional dates in which we want to have an adult night out. All of our kids are pretty much grown. This was supposed to be our time together now. However, God had other... More

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$19–23/hr
New Orleans, LA • 12 miles away

Part Time Sitter - sweet loving 3 years...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Young family. Myself and my Wife are in our late 30's and have a sweet 3 and a half year old girl who goes to preschool M-F. Need help on some Saturdays when we are both working and sometimes after preschool. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions about us!

We are easy going.... More

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$13–22/hr
Slidell, LA • 24 miles away

PartTime after school childcare

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My daughter is an energetic, charismatic 5yo little girl who enjoys arts and crafts and science projects
pick up from after school care and full time days one weekend a month.
Slidell Louisiana

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$19–23/hr
New Orleans, LA • 11 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have two smart energetic toddlers that listens well but are shy in the beginning. We love to play with each other and encourage love and affection but adhere to certain rules and expectations.
We need someone that can be on time and help with potty training reminders and light feeding. Someone... More

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$10–25/hr
New Orleans, LA • 9 miles away

Part Time Sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have 2 energetic boys, ages 1 and 5.
Seeking someone for occasional date nights.

~Must have current CPR & First Aid
~At Least 2 References

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$19–23/hr
New Orleans, LA • 11 miles away

Babysitter in New Orleans for sleeping...

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 11/28

7:00pm - 11:00pm

We are three families visiting New Orleans over Thanksgiving. We have 3 children aged 5 to 14 months. We would like to go out for dinner after the kids are in bed and asleep at the hotel and are looking for someone who could come to our hotel and check the baby monitors in case one wakes up and just... More

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$14–18/hr
Metairie, LA • 18 miles away

Part-time sitter for one infant (4months)

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! My name is Jourdan Blue, I am Jax’s dad. I am a live streamer and singer. I travel a lot for work, and being that Mom works during the day as well, sometimes we need someone to care for him.
He is 4 months old (as of Oct 2024), so your duties would include making bottles, feeding, burping,... More

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$15–20/hr
New Orleans, LA • 10 miles away

Part Time/Full Time sitter for 1 yo twins...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

Hi! We are a family of 5 , our oldest is 3 years old he has autism so experience with special needs kids would be great. I also have a set of twins that are 1 years old. My 3 yo will attend therapy M-F 8:00 am-3:30 pm so it will only be the twins full time.

light housekeeping after the kids ,... More

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$18–22/hr
New Orleans, LA • 9 miles away

Weekly sitter for 2 amazing kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi , my name is Taylar Thomas I’m 25 years I’m looking for a sitter while I work. My son Zyair is 1 years old & my Daughter Kyleigh is 3 years old l.

I need the sitter to take of my kids , during the work hours. No house work , just dealing with the kids

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$18–22/hr
Marrero, LA • 15 miles away

Easy money

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hey!
My name is Heather and I am looking for someone to help me with my 2 month old son. Stay at home mommy!Hubby works in construction! Gavin’s a great child already
Light chores around the house when he’s napping and to run errands for me if needed
In Westwego

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$13–20/hr
Metairie, LA • 16 miles away

Part- Time After school Nanny for One

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30am - 4:30am

We are a family with one child who is friendly and full of excitement.
We are looking for someone to do pick up from school and care for her for up to 3 hrs.
Located in Metairie, LA
Hours 1:50-4:50pm

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$18–40/hr
Metairie, LA • 16 miles away

Part-time nanny for one adventurous...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We have the most fun loving almost 2 year old boy and a sweet 2 month old. I'm a physician and my husband is a physical therapist - looking for someone who can ideally help us one full day per week (possibly more or less if that suits your schedule) - hours and days are flexible and would mainly be... More

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