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.

$22–30/hr
Newton Highlands, MA • 25 miles away

Smart and Happy 3 yo

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We are looking for someone to babysit our 3 yo son. He is a bright, happy-go-lucky kid. He loves the movie Cars, trains, running, dancing and biking. He attends preschool right now, and the teachers say he is doing well. Many friends have told us he is an easy going guy.

Play with him,... More

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$10–20/hr
South Weymouth, MA • 11 miles away

NEED HELP THIS WEEKEND-WEYMOUTH

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My husband and I are looking for a sitter for our 8 month old son while we work from home!

We’re looking for a sitter that is available on short-term notice.

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$24–28/hr
Newton Highlands, MA • 25 miles away

Occasional sitter for toddler and infant

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Newton family looking for occasional sitter to care for two under two!

Responsibilities include changing diapers, playing with kids and meeting their general needs, including feeding, bathing, etc.

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$24–28/hr
Roslindale, MA • 20 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 • 13 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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$20–30/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 • 22 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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$24–28/hr
Boston, MA • 20 miles away

Part time sitter for toddler and infant

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have two girls, 8 months and 2 years old. Looking for help during the week for occasional errands as well as for date nights. We don't have any pets and are looking for someone who loves kids.
Babysitting on weekdays occasionally as needed as well as a more regular date night - 1x per week would... More

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$24–28/hr
Brookline, MA • 22 miles away

Help with driving an 11 year old on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30pm - 8:30pm (flexible)

Hi! We are a family of 5 other kids ages 11, 14 and 17 and an adorable dog!

We are looking for someone to drive my 11 year old on Wednesday nights. You would be picking her up at a rehearsal in Brookline, driving her to ice hockey practice in Brighton, waiting there for an hour then dropping her... More

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$25–30/hr
Chestnut Hill, MA • 23 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 • 14 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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$18–22/hr
Chelsea, MA • 20 miles away

Occasional Sitter who is Fun and Engaging

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are in need of an occasional sitter to support some nights and weekends as needed. We try to schedule in advance so you can plan your schedule around it.

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$20–25/hr
Melrose, MA • 24 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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$25–30/hr
Cambridge, MA • 22 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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