$19–23/hr
Dalton, MA • 18 miles away

Part-time nanny for one toddler

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

I am a work from home mom looking for some additional help caring for my daughter at home. I have an office in the home and would be available if needed but would prefer uninterrupted time to get my work done.
Spend time with my child, prepare meals and feed child, entertain her without screens.

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$20–24/hr
Easthampton, MA • 17 miles away

Sitter needed for two sweet toddler girls.

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for a sitter for our two family nanny share, two very sweet toddler girls. My husband and I have a 16 month old and our friend had a daughter close to the same age. Would love a sitter who can care for both children.

Play with the girls, give them lunch, put them down for nap, do hands on... More

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$22–26/hr
Holyoke, MA • 24 miles away

Mommy of thing one and thing two

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

Mom of two smart little girls ? Just needing a help with them for the meantime
413 ……. To drop off , 466 …. And pickup from school some days 9144 I seen two reach out and wasn’t able to get in contact please reach out at those numbers provided

Just pickup and drop off to school maybe run... More

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$17–25/hr
Holyoke, MA • 24 miles away

Part time sitter for two energetic fun girls

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Mom of two smart little girls , that are friendly and kind , First time here

Just need a sitter to drop them off to school and may be able to pick them up as well got in a car accident and don’t have a reliable transportation for both spots to drop off

Kids schedule 8-1:30 & other kid 8-4... More

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$22–23/hr
Sunderland, MA • 13 miles away

Part time sitter for 3 incredible children

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Laid back family of 4 with a working mama that needs help at times with the kiddos
Need help on overnights - bedtime and then getting kids ready in the morning for school. I'd pick them up and drop them off after work.

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$19–22/hr
Hatfield, MA • 14 miles away

After school help for my 18 year old with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

I have an 18 year old daughter with cerebral palsy, and 2 friendly golden retrievers!
Looking for afterschool help with my daughter with limited mobility. Help her have a snack, and semi-regular transportation to her dad's house.
Start time is not flexible, but end time is somewhat flexible.... More

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$20–25/hr
Deerfield, MA • 12 miles away

Occasional sitter for two girls (aged 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are two teachers looking for an as needed sitter (with the possibility of a more regular schedule) for our two daughters (aged 2 and 5). Schedules could be planned far in advance, and we are looking for mostly weekend care during the day and/or evening. Some help during the occasional weekday... More

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How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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Part-time nanny for one toddler

Part-time nanny for one toddler

Sitter needed for two sweet toddler girls.

Sitter needed for two sweet toddler girls.

Mommy of thing one and thing two

Mommy of thing one and thing two

Part time sitter for two energetic fun girls

Part time sitter for two energetic fun girls

Part time sitter for 3 incredible children

Part time sitter for 3 incredible children

After school help for my 18 year old with...

After school help for my 18 year old with...

Occasional sitter for two girls (aged 2...

Occasional sitter for two girls (aged 2...

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Babysitting FAQ

How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

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Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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