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
Carlisle, MA • 9 miles away

Date night sitter for Carlisle family

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi there,

I’m looking for a date night sitter to occasionally care for our 2 kids.
Our son is 5 and daughter is 2. Both are very easy going and enjoy their routine.
We hope to have the same person sit for us many times over!

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$20–30/hr
Boston, MA • 23 miles away

1 Day Nanny for 1 Amazing Infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

Looking for Nanny for 1 day a week for our son starting in February. He will be almost 5 months old at start. Currently planning for Thursdays with potential need to change to Wednesday or Tuesday. Flexibility to fill in other days is a plus! Proximity to South Boston and own transportation a plus!

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$23–27/hr
Dracut, MA • 18 miles away

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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$10–26/hr
Lawrence, MA • 24 miles away

Sitter/nanny for my bilingual energetic...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello my name is Tiana, I’m a single mom of twins they’re 2 years old, I’m looking to get back into working & I need all the help I can get.
Follow my twins daily routine, light house work, and also I will set up a pre-k area where the sitter can teach the twins.

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$25–32/hr
Medford, MA • 17 miles away

After school sitter for 7 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

Family of four with need for after school help with oldest daughter. She’s a very active kid that loves art and gymnastics
Pick up kid at school. Drive to activities.Keep her occupied. do snacks.
We live in west Medford

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$20–30/hr
Malden, MA • 20 miles away

Part-time sitter for infant 2 days per week

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are seeking for a sitter for our infant (2 months old).

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$30–30/hr
Needham Heights, MA • 14 miles away

Regular caregiver needed as soon as possible

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

We are looking for an energetic caregiver to help us in the afternoons with our kids after school.There will be 3 in total to be supervised (age 8, 12, 14). Some driving within about ten minute distance is needed twice a week. Must be comfortable with special needs kids: our oldest is a well... More

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$18–25/hr
Boylston, MA • 16 miles away

3 kids, 1 dog, 1x weekly and flexible

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi there! We have 3 boys and a yellow lab in Boylston and are looking for either an occasional or weekly sitter.

Looking for someone to usually (weekly or every other week) just watch our 10 month old and occasionally watch all 3 boys.
We’ll likely need you to help with nap time, some food prep... More

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$20–30/hr
Needham, MA • 15 miles away

Seeking Afternoon Sitter / Driver in...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a fun, kind, caring, and creative family of four. Or five if you include our pup, Ollie!

Seeking a reliable driver / sitter to pick up our kids (14 & 10) from school, drive them to local activities, hang out and help out at home.

Schedule is somewhat flexible but most of the time would... More

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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 • 19 miles away

Part-time afterschool sitter every other...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (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
Dracut, MA • 18 miles away

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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$20–27/hr
Reading, MA • 19 miles away

Late afternoon sitter for two girls

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

We’re looking for a sitter to look after our girls once afterschool and daycare have ended.

Care for our toddler from 4-5 and take a stroller for a short walk to pickup our preschooler by 5:15 and bring them back home.

Close by to Reading Memorial high school

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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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