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.

$15–26/hr
Shrewsbury, MA • 22 miles away

Part sitter for energetic 3 year old toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 5:30pm

Hi ,
I am looking for a regular sitter for my 3 year old mostly during the weekdays while mom works from home and occasionally on the weekends.

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$22–26/hr
Shrewsbury, MA • 22 miles away

Part time sitter needed for school year to...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a family of 5 moving from NY to MA and need help with after school for 2 sweet boys (driving one to ballet a few days a week) and being there after school until Mom comes home the other days! Very low stress, easy kids, occasionally drive 15-20 mins to an activity to drop off.
Sitter would... More

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$17–20/hr
Worcester, MA • 18 miles away

Morning Sitter for Preschool Drop-Off M-F

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 8:30am (flexible)

We are a dual-working family with one preschool-age child. We also have a dog and a cat.
We are looking for a sitter who will arrive at our house around 7:30 a.m. and drive our son to preschool approximately one mile away for drop-off at 8:25 a.m.

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$15–20/hr
Sturbridge, MA • 22 miles away

Need baby sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I need some help with my 6 year old son while we are in sturbridge this month.
Play, supervise whipe in playground , do some reading or art. Kick a ball or just catch butterflies ...my son is very sweet and loves to stay busy.

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$14–15/hr
Worcester, MA • 20 miles away

Part time sitter for one happy playful 4...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

My mom and dad love taking care of my daughter but now its time that they have their break

Hello I have a 4 year daughter I just need someone to pick up my daughter from daycare and to bring her home . She has a meal at 5pm and drinks a lot of water my daughter constantly goes to the bathroom... More

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$11–20/hr
Worcester, MA • 20 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic loving...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/19

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

2 beautiful energetic loving kid Daniel & Sofia. My dog name is max and my cat name is macho
Wake them up around 8:30 am make them breakfast. Let them play for a little watch a movie Make them a snack around 11 am and my daughter usually takes a nap around 1-2 pm and my son will not take a nap.
I... More

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$10–26/hr
Worcester, MA • 19 miles away

Before school care for one kindergartener

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 8:30am

Three kids but the oldest is starting kindergarten and needs a ride to her school down the street.
Sitter must get daughter up and dressed for school then drop her off less than a mile away.

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$22–26/hr
Worcester, MA • 18 miles away

Occasional Sitter: feisty preschooler and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

need occasional sitter.

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$20–25/hr
Worcester, MA • 21 miles away

Occasional babysitter for an infant and a...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We're a family of four who recently moved to Worcester. Our little clan includes a 4-month-old son, a 2-year-old daughter, as well as a furry duo consisting of a cat and a dog.
We're in search of a vibrant, experienced caregiver who can provide occasional care for our two children.... More

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$20–24/hr
Ware, MA • 14 miles away

Part time sitter for children

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My name is Lee , I have 3 children ages 5 4 and 10 . Looking for a sitter for 2 days for cna classes.
Need sitter for cna class for 4 hours. Kids will be feed and bathed just need for 4 hours.
Ware mass

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$12–16/hr
West Boylston, MA • 17 miles away

Regular Sitter - 8-12 hours a week

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00pm - 3:00pm (flexible)

We are a family of 4 (plus our puppy Frankie who is 4months). Greyson is 4 and Henry will be 3 the end of June. The boys are funny, energetic, kind kids who love to play and run around.

Make lunch/snacks, bring the kids outside to play, go on walks to the park or in the neighborhood. Light laundry... More

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$20–25/hr
Rutland, MA • 9 miles away

Part -time sitter for 2 fun loving kids....

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Both of our children have food allergies. It's important that we have someone who is first aid and cpr certified, a bonus would be if we had someone epi -pen trained. We are pretty easy going. Some routine and structure are important.
We are looking for someone to take our kids outside, play games... More

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$10–15/hr
East Brookfield, MA • 15 miles away

Regular sitter 1 day a week for 13 month...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm

Looking for nanny/babysitter for 13 month old son only 1 day a week on a permanent basis . Days can fluctuate between Wednesdays or Thursdays . Just need to know ahead of time . Can offer extra days if needed .
1 day a week care needed for 13 month old son on regular basis Wednesday or Thursday.... More

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$10–15/hr
Shrewsbury, MA • 22 miles away

Part-time sitter for special need kid

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30pm - 8:30pm (flexible)

Need an sitter for my 10 year old special need son.

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