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.

$20–27/hr
Wayland, MA • 22 miles away

After school sitter in Wayland

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm

We are looking for an afterschool babysitter for our 8 (3rd grade) and 12 yo (7th grade) daughters. The girls are very sweet and have diverse interests including gymnastics and music. The responsibilities would include driving girls to activities, and help with homework, laundry, packing lunches,... More

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$22–26/hr
Nashua, NH • 10 miles away

Looking for a sitter for my 1 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

Hi,
I am looking for a regular sitter for my kid. He is really active and likes to play outside as much as possible. Would really love some help in engaging him and helping with light chores during the work day.

Thanks

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$20–27/hr
Winchester, MA • 18 miles away

PART-TIME HELP URGENTLY NEEDED FOR MY 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a gang of three! My girls (ages 12 and 14) and I really need a reliable, part-time caregiver for after school.
Our ideal match will pick the girls up from school and drive to activities etc. This person will also help my 12 yr old with homework and engage with her in the afternoon (games,... More

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$20–29/hr
Reading, MA • 15 miles away

Date-night sitter for one infant

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We're looking for a reliable, experienced sitter for our 8-month old daughter. We'd like someone who can be available weekend nights, with occasional weekday evenings as well. Experience with infants a must. CPR/First-Aid certified preferred. We also have a 50-lb Australian shepherd, who may need to... More

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$15–18/hr
Watertown, MA • 22 miles away

After School/Weekend Sitter wanted for 3...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

Hi! I am Maria, a single mom to 3 awesome kids. Glenn is 8, Gianna is almost 7 and Charlie Ann almost 5. Glenn is a hockey goalie and plays lacrosse and baseball in the spring. The girls play soccer, field hockey, ballet, and gymnastics. We have 2 super friendly labs, and 3 cats. Our house is super... More

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$10–25/hr
Malden, MA • 21 miles away

Looking for babysitter next January

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

I have a 3 year old daughter. We will share a babysitter with her friend, also a three year old kid. The starting date will be January next year.

We wish the babysitter can play with the two kids, read books, sing songs. Bilingual English and Chinese will be preferred.

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$20–25/hr
Newton, MA • 23 miles away

Par time sitter , for one boy of 7 years old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have been in Boston for a short time. We are international , I am a teacher and I have two children. I live alone with them and we are waiting for them to start school. Meanwhile, my 7-year-old son needs company and school support.
Help him with intellectual stimulation, English and take him to... More

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$25–33/hr
Somerville, MA • 23 miles away

Gap care on a regular basis for a friendly...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Our 3yo daughter and 1yo son are best friends! Daughter is in preschool most of the time, and son needs gap care pretty regularly. They are happy and energetic kids looking to play!
Keep the kids safe, fed, and happy. When they nap, we would appreciate some help cleaning up after the playing and... More

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$22–26/hr
North Andover, MA • 11 miles away

Afternoon help for our 3 girls.

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

We are a busy family of 5, with two dogs. Our girls are in 5th, 7th and 9th grade. My husband and I both work full time. I’m a lawyer and elected official so I’m often in the city. My husband works full time from home.

We are looking for someone who can do our afternoon school pickups and... More

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$17/hr
Windham, NH • 9 miles away

Part-time babysitter/nanny for 10 month...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

10 month baby girl
She will be in daycare in daytime
I need your help after daycare so I can have some time for my dinner, unfinished work, meetings at night. and workout for rest

the time will be 2 days from 6-8 pm on workdays (flexible), and 1 day on weekend from 4-8 pm... More

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$23–27/hr
Dracut, MA • Less than a mile

Part time sitter for tea age girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

Single dad of a 15 year old. Work a lot of hours . Need help with daughter

Prepare meals help with homework let dog out . Pick her up from appointments

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$15–25/hr
East Derry, NH • 15 miles away

Part-time sitter for one energetic toddler.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 12:00pm

My three year old has always been home with me while i worked from home. She loves to play and have fun but always wants attention.I recently got a new postion where i would need to be in boston 2 days a week tuesday and thursdays and the rest of the week ill be fromhom.
just hang out, feed and... More

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$10–20/hr
Dracut, MA • Less than a mile

Part time babysitter needed

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello,
My name is Diana and I am a single mom with a 6 year old boy. Who is on the spectrum.

I would need someone to start at 2:30pm when he returns from school until 4:30-5:30 until I come from work. Also, half day availability. No meal prep needed just maybe reheating.
Position is for a... More

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$20–25/hr
Melrose, MA • 20 miles away

Regular weekend babysitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a babysitter with previous experience with toddlers, for regular weekend babysitting, mainly in the afternoon (2-6 PM). We have a 3yo boy, a little shy at the beginning, but usually warms up quickly. We are located in Melrose, close to downtown.

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