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.

$10–22/hr
Attleboro, MA • 22 miles away

Full Time sitter for our son!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a growing family of 4 with our son and a highly energetic husky!

Lookin for someone who can take care of our infant, keep him entertained, light laundry/ housekeeping.

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$26–38/hr
South Easton, MA • 15 miles away

Drive and Care for One Middle School Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter for our middle school child on Tuesdays, starting April 29, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM. The position involves picking up our child from school or activities, engaging them in conversation, and ensuring their safety. The ideal candidate must have their own car for... More

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$22–26/hr
Barrington, RI • 24 miles away

Nanny needed for the summer

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi, we are family that lives in Barrington, RI. We have four girls 15, 12, 7 and 5. Only the youngest two need the care.

We would like a nanny over the summer to drive all the girls to the swim club and stay with them there, help with the activities of the youngest two, and then drive back home.... More

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

Occasional sitter for two energetic boys.

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi there!

We are looking for occasional help with our two boys 5 &7. They are energetic and love playing with legos or magnatiles, talking about Pokémon, doing random activities.
We have a baby as well. He is quite little and is allowed at some events like my work dinner tomorrow.

Dinner, movie,... More

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$20–25/hr
Sharon, MA • 22 miles away

Occasional Babysitting and summer time help

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi,
My wife and I have three boys, twins that are two and a half and a six year old who is almost 7 years old. They are a lot of fun and are well behaved. We are looking for occasional weekend night help as well as maybe for week or two in the summer (during working hours to help with preschool... More

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$23–27/hr
Brockton, MA • 15 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler, ...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a babysitter for one toddler starting April 14, 2025. The ideal candidate is comfortable with pets and has babysitting experience. Responsibilities include engaging the child in creative play, helping with meals, and following a bedtime routine. The caregiver ensures a safe and nurturing... More

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$20–30/hr
Swansea, MA • 19 miles away

Babysitter May 23 and May 24 from noon to...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/23

12:30pm - 11:30pm

We seek a responsible babysitter for one infant starting on May 23 and 24 2025, from noon to 11:30 PM. The sitter will care for the infant by feeding, changing diapers, and practicing safe sleep habits.

The sitter will engage the child with age-appropriate activities, maintain a clean play area,... More

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$10–20/hr
Stoughton, MA • 20 miles away

Babysitter needed for toddler on Mondays,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 10:00pm

We need a dependable babysitter for our toddler on Mondays from 4:00 PM to 9:30 PM, starting March 31, 2025. The babysitter drives our child to activities, prepares meals and snacks, and provides care when our child is sick. It is essential to have a reliable car for transportation. The ideal... More

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$20–26/hr
Dartmouth, MA • 23 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Toddler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 7:00pm

We need a reliable babysitter for our toddler starting on April 3, 2025. The schedule is Monday through Thursday from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Responsibilities include caring for our child, preparing meals and snacks, and ensuring a safe environment. The ideal candidate has their own car, is comfortable... More

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$20–24/hr
Tiverton, RI • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschooler...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a responsible babysitter for our preschool child, starting on or after April 1, 2025. The ideal candidate enjoys interacting with young children and engages them in fun and educational activities. You will supervise playtime, prepare meals, and ensure a safe environment. The job requires... More

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$20–25/hr
Plymouth, MA • 13 miles away

Nanny shares care for preschool child on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 12:00pm

We seek a babysitter for one preschool-aged child starting in January 2026. The role involves caring for the child on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at our home. This could be flexible depending on other schedules with nanny share. Responsibilities include supervising playtime,... More

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$24–28/hr
Weymouth, MA • 23 miles away

Need Babysitter for Two Elementary and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a caring babysitter to start on or after March 27, 2025, with a flexible schedule. The role involves supervising two children, one in elementary school and one in preschool. Duties include preparing meals, assisting with homework, engaging in play, and ensuring a safe environment. The... More

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$15–15/hr
Fall River, MA • 17 miles away

Occasional nanny for a energetic...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello my name is Azaria and I have a daughter named nova ! She is 2 years old. She will be 3 at the end of March. Nova does have mid/ moderate autism with a bit of a speech delay. She is verbal so that’s not a problem, it’s my mom and I that also live in the household!

Drop Nova off at 9am
Pick... More

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$10–25/hr
Mansfield, MA • 19 miles away

Flexibly Hiring Babysitter for One...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a responsible babysitter for one elementary-aged child. The position starts on February 16, 2025, with a flexible start date.

The schedule includes daily shifts from 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM.
Mainly would consist of transportation to and from school and to extracurricular... More

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