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.

$22–26/hr
Mashpee, MA • 18 miles away

Partime sitter for 1 toddler .

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Must have experience with babies/ toddler my son is 21 months. Inbox me
Help with teaching, colors ,eating ,Plan fun and learning activities..
I would love someone on Sep 16, 23,30 from 7am to 8pm .

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$21–25/hr
Middleboro, MA • 13 miles away

Part-time sitter for one cute 1 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for extra help 1-2 days a week for my little baby girl.

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$10–20/hr
New Bedford, MA • 22 miles away

Sitter for 3 kids

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 4:30pm

I'm a nurse aid at fall river hospital
Single mom with 3 kids
Need a sitter that doesn't mind getting paid less then I get
Drive baby to school and get the other 2 on the bus.

I'll have everything ready for the baby.
Schedule isn't consistent I just need every other weekend. And three days during... More

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$16–24/hr
Brockton, MA • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter for 1 energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 9:00pm

Im a single mother of 2.Im trying to move to a different apartment but I need a babysitter for my 4 year old while I work and my other daughter has work also.
I need the sitter to play with my child and give her food or snacks if she wants it.I also need the sitter to pick my daughter up from... More

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$23–27/hr
Pembroke, MA • 16 miles away

10-12 year old boys Self Sufficient but...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

Recent single Dad of two self sufficient boys just need someone to there to meet the boys after school and assist with homework possible meal prep if work runs late

Assist with homework , durning inclement weather pick up from school, meal prep

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$20–25/hr
Plymouth, MA • Less than a mile

On-Call Sitter for two kids under 2

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My wife and I both work remotely. We have two children ages 5 months (girl) and 18 months (boy). We need assistance for when they are sick and cannot go to day care.
watch the kids while we work/are in meetings: play with them, tend to them, change them, feed them, take them on walks, etc.
this... More

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$21–25/hr
Plymouth, MA • Less than a mile

Occasional sitter for two preteens.

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

11 year old girl Jordan, 9 year old boy Teddy, myself, and a cat Missy. Located in northern Plymouth.
Watch the kids for the occasional date night. Potential for meal prep and bed time directions.

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$22–28/hr
Plymouth, MA • Less than a mile

Help needed Saturdays

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Single father with family of four. My daughter is 10 and is a huge help and very independent. My 5 year old son is very active and could use more attention. Then i have my twin boys, they just turned 1.
I could really use help in the afternoon going into bedtime. I just dont have enough hands to... More

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

Self sufficient 10 and 12 year olds

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm

Looking for someone to be at my home between end of day school and the time I get home 2-6ish

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$18–27/hr
Mashpee, MA • 18 miles away

Part time sitter for 4 yr old girl.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 3:30pm

Hello, my name is Zoraida. I am a single mother of two daughters 4 and 14.
I need a sitter to pick up Sofia from school at 2:45 and bring her home. My older daughter gets home at 3:15 and Sofia will be watched by her once she comes home.
I would possibly need help for the morning drop off as... More

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$10–30/hr
Brockton, MA • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter/nanny

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a busy family with a very active 14 month old. We primarily work from home but tend to get really demanding work schedules during the summer months.
We would love a nanny who canplay and privide structure to our return. Cook light meals and create activities.

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$15–20/hr
Plymouth, MA • Less than a mile

Looking for a mother’s helper in South...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for a mother’s helper.

My husband and I work from home and need someone who can be with our 6-month old baby for part of the day so we can get things done.

I still breastfeed every 3 hours and my husband changes the diapers so you would only need to hold her to sleep and play with her... More

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$20–23/hr
Yarmouth Port, MA • 25 miles away

Wedding night sitter for our happy toddler!

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 09/15

12:00am - 10:00am (flexible)

We are the Nelson family! Our daughter, Emilia, is the happiest, funniest toddler you'll ever meet. She loves meeting new people, having dance parties, watching movies, and coloring. Emilia will be 3 this November.
Heading to a child free wedding and need someone to watch our daughter for the night... More

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$15–30/hr
East Falmouth, MA • 20 miles away

Occassional weekends/evenings for 3 kind,...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are in need of someone for this weekend, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 7/19-21, midafternoon until late each night.

We are seeking an occasional sitter for our 3 boys on weekends/evenings so Mom & Dad can have a night out and/or manage errands. The boys play well together and enjoy art, music,... More

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