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.

$24–28/hr
Roslindale, MA • 19 miles away

Transporting Nanny

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Seeking a transporting nanny to do pick up with a two hour window grace to allow proper commute for drop off.

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$20–23/hr
Braintree, MA • 22 miles away

After-school sitter needed for 8-year old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Braintree family with one 8-year-old girl. Mom works at home for her own business, Dad is an electrician and kiddo is a fun-loving girl who enjoys sports, reading, playing with friends, games and crafts.
Looking for an after-school sitter for our kiddo on Monday and Thursday. Ideally will handle... More

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$20–25/hr
Providence, RI • 21 miles away

Part time sitter for two energetic and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello!! We have a set of 2 year old twin boys. Super sweet, fun and full of energy!! They love to listen to or watch coco melon and Eat all they can eat lol I am a stay at home mom who just needs a break/help from time to time. Their father works full time and be too tired most days to help and I... More

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$20–30/hr
Brookline, MA • 22 miles away

Afternoon Sitter in Brookline

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 7:30pm (flexible)

We live in Coolidge Corner with our 12 year old daughter ( who does her own thing) and our 6 year old son in kindergarten.
We need someone to pick our son up from school at 2:30pm, walk him home and then interact with him until we get home. End time ideally around 7pm but can be flexible if you need... More

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$32–40/hr
Brookline, MA • 23 miles away

Occasional babysitter for adorable three...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Babysitter for adorable three year old girl. She enjoys reading, coloring and playing with Barbie dolls.

Babysitting our daughter who is three. She enjoys coloring, reading, and playing outside. Make her a lunch as well. She is potty trained.

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$17–20/hr
Northborough, MA • 20 miles away

Part-time sitter for one sweet 6 month-old...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a first time mom of a 6 months old baby boy whom I wish to raise bilingual
Entertain him, talk to him, sing to him, tummy time, educational play, diaper change, meal preparation

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$20–30/hr
Needham, MA • 15 miles away

Part time sitter for a friendly family...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

A friendly family of 5. Just moved in to Needham. We are used to have someone around and couldn't find the right person yet!
We need support with the kids and house chores. Nothing very complicated, mostly to keep the kids busy, light care of laundry, dishwasher, etc.

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$20–28/hr
Medfield, MA • 8 miles away

Part-time afterschool sitter every other...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30pm - 7:30pm (flexible)

My son is a very creative, inquisitive and active child. He does require the right type of positive and thoughtful communication. Looking for someone who is caring and loves children but also knows how to set boundaries. He does have a diagnosis of ASD but has very low needs (aka high... More

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$10–20/hr
Providence, RI • 21 miles away

Seeking a regular and reliable part-time...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

A family with four adorable kids looking for a great babysitter to help with childcare.
We especially need help with assisting the 3 oldest children with learning activities and school work so that parents can get some rest in the morning on weekends.
We are located in Cranston very close to... More

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$25–30/hr
Chestnut Hill, MA • 20 miles away

Morning Nanny/Driver/Dog Walker needed in...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Our Family seeks Morning Nanny/Driver/Dog Walker fo school year schedule! We seek someone reliable for a school year position assisting with our young teen as well as our small dog. Monday through Friday 6:45am- 8:45 a.m. with the exception of Thursdays starting at 6:00 a.m. You would drive our... More

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$20–25/hr
Quincy, MA • 23 miles away

Part-time sitter for a 15-month-old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a part-time nanny for our 15-mo son, Jimmy, in Quincy, MA. Ideally, we need someone for 2 days a week (6h total). We suggest Mondays and Fridays, but we can adjust to accommodate the nanny’s schedule.
Our primary goal is to help Jimmy become comfortable with a non-parent... More

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$26–32/hr
Wayland, MA • 19 miles away

Part-time afternoon sitter

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

We are looking for a long-term (at least a year) part-time afternoon/ evening sitter 2 days per week. Ideally Monday and Wednesday 4-9 p.m. with an option for some daytime hours as available. This is the perfect job for someone who works in education. My sweet kids are 10 yrs old, 8 yrs old, and 6... More

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$25–30/hr
Cambridge, MA • 24 miles away

Preschool pick-up for fun 4yr old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm

We're a pretty 'eco' family/healthy eating family of 4. We're a fan of nature- and play-based approaches to childcare.
We are looking for a dynamic caregiver to bring our from preschool in Harvard Square to our house in Cambridgeport (3:30-5:30), M-F. While you could occasionally bring him home... More

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$22–26/hr
Westborough, MA • 16 miles away

Seeking nanny for preschooler on the Spectrum

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

looking for help with preschooler after school until parents are home from work (3-6pm) per week and the occasional weekend night.

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