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.

$18–24/hr
Natick, MA • 24 miles away

Occasional Sitter for Date Nights

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi,

My name is Demi and my son is 8 years old. We speak English and Spanish at home

spend time with him, give him a couple of lessons in Spanish (if possible) and keep him away from the tablet for a while

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$24–40/hr
Acton, MA • 17 miles away

Afternoon sitter for one playful preschooler

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 01/06

2:30pm - 5:30pm

**PLEASE NOTE: The date for this job has been rescheduled from 1/7/25 to 1/13/25.**

Hello! We're the Ou family: Jianfa (dad), Katherine (mom), and Caris (daughter, 3 years old). We live in Acton with our plants and pet fish. Jianfa works in the biopharama industry and I (Katherine) stay home... More

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$18–22/hr
Worcester, MA • 12 miles away

Part time afterschool help

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

My oldest has leftfor college and my 12 year old is alone afterschool. Looking for afterschool engagement for her
pick up from school, homework help, pet care, afterschoool fun, great for high schooler

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$20–27/hr
West Boylston, MA • 6 miles away

Last minute occasional sitter for happy 7...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are working parents of a 7.5 month old. We are looking for an occasional sitter for dates nights and who is also potentially available last minute if our Monday-Friday sitter is sick or otherwise unavailable. Our daughter is a very happy, easy to care for baby. She only cries when she's hungry or... More

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$22–25/hr
Weston, MA • 25 miles away

Monday and Friday afternoons afterschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a kind and patient afterschool sitter for Monday and Friday afternoons for our lively 6 year old daughter in first grade. The sitter will arrive around 2 pm and pick our daughter up from the bus stop that is just down the street. The sitter will spend the next few hours with our... More

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$15–25/hr
South Grafton, MA • 19 miles away

Regular sitter for 12 years old special...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 4:30pm

We need a sitter to engage and play / spend time with our 12 years old son with ASD (border line) and ADHD, but fully functional.
We need him / her to be with him daily M-F from 3:30 pm thru 4:30 pm in general, but we might require additional ad-hoc times when I am on business trips, and that'd be... More

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$15–25/hr
North Chelmsford, MA • 24 miles away

Part-time Evening Mother’s Helper

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

Hello,
We are a family of 4 with 2 children ages 5 years and 5 months in North Chelmsford, MA. Both parents will be working full time and are looking for an early evening sitter to help after work/school. Activities may include light housework such as washing and folding laundry, cleaning dishes,... More

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$24–28/hr
Natick, MA • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter for a toddler and infant.

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

We are a young family looking for reliable childcare for our energetic toddler and infant.

We are seeking someone who provides reliable and nurturing care for their children, ensuring their safety and well-being throughout the day. The nanny should engage the children in age-appropriate... More

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$20–27/hr
Wayland, MA • 22 miles away

After school sitter in Wayland

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm

We are looking for an afterschool babysitter for our 8 (3rd grade) and 12 yo (7th grade) daughters. The girls are very sweet and have diverse interests including gymnastics and music. The responsibilities would include driving girls to activities, and help with homework, laundry, packing lunches,... More

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$20–25/hr
Westminster, MA • 10 miles away

Part-time after school sitter for...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

We have 2 daughters (K and 3rd grade). We also have an elderly dog. I work from home and need extra hands around the house to keep the ship running. We need someone who has experience with ADHD.
Prepare an after school snack (usually fruit), provide activities for the kids (arts and crafts, games,... More

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$22–26/hr
Nashua, NH • 24 miles away

Looking for a sitter for my 1 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

Hi,
I am looking for a regular sitter for my kid. He is really active and likes to play outside as much as possible. Would really love some help in engaging him and helping with light chores during the work day.

Thanks

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$20–25/hr
New Ipswich, NH • 24 miles away

Sitter needed for 1 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:30am - 2:30pm (flexible)

We need a sitter for our 1 year old to have someother adults interact with her and help her learn new things from new experiences.

Duties:
Playing with child.
Creating fun experiences.
Preparing lunch.
Helping with potty
Folding child's laundry/putting away laundry.
Cleaning up after baby.... More

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$23–27/hr
South Lancaster, MA • 4 miles away

Transportation for school twice a week.

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I have twin 10 yer olds and a 3 month old. (Only 10 yr olds need ride)

Drive to school in Marlborough in the morning. Back to Lancaster after school.

Drop off at Kane Elementary school starts at 8:45. Pick up can be from their mom’s house in Marlborough at 4-4:15. 130 Littlefield Lane,... More

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$24–28/hr
Lunenburg, MA • 10 miles away

occasional sitter for friendly toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

looking for occasional date night sitter for 22 month old boy, he's very happy, friendly and energetic

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