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.

$25–29/hr
Sudbury, MA • 22 miles away

Wednesday Afternoon Babysitter Needed For...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 6:00pm

Looking for after school care on Wednesdays for a 4-year-old boy (in preschool) and a 6-year-old girl (in kindergarten). Hours are 1-6 p.m. on Wednesdays. We have a friendly golden retriever, so must be comfortable with pets. We also require reliable transportation. Please message if interested!... More

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$24–28/hr
Walpole, MA • 21 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting on January 6, 2025, with flexibility on the start date. The sitter will provide attentive care, including feeding, changing diapers, and engaging the child in safe activities. The sitter must be comfortable around pets, as we have 3 cats. A valid... More

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$20–24/hr
Bellingham, MA • 11 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Infant...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a dependable babysitter for our infant starting January 6, 2025, with flexible scheduling. The role involves providing attentive care, feeding, changing diapers, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. The ideal candidate has experience with infants and caring for multiple children. A... More

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$18–22/hr
Southborough, MA • 14 miles away

Nanny for 9 month baby - Southborough.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 6:00pm (flexible)

We are a Family of 4 - mom, dad, toddler, baby. We need help with our baby.

Looking for a sitter all 5 days of the week for our 9 month daughter. Need help around the house during baby nap times tidying up toys etc

We live in Southborough. We need someone super clean, energetic, punctual and good... More

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$20–27/hr
Johnston, RI • 22 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Young Kids with...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a reliable babysitter for our two young children, an infant and a toddler, starting on or after December 22, 2024. The ideal candidate has their own car, feels comfortable around pets, and has experience caring for multiple children. Responsibilities include engaging with the children in... More

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$30–35/hr
Worcester, MA • 11 miles away

Babysitter Needed to Tutor, Drive, and...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for four homeschooled children (ages 17, 16, 13, and 7) starting February 17, 2025. The role is flexible, with hours from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays (3-4 hours per day). Responsibilities include assisting with homework, tutoring,... More

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$10–26/hr
Bellingham, MA • 11 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a responsible babysitter for our toddler, starting on or after January 17, 2025, with a flexible start date. The caregiver must prepare meals and snacks, manage bedtime routines, and engage the child in age-appropriate activities. The ideal candidate is comfortable with pets and has their... More

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$10–19/hr
Mansfield, MA • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Elementary...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

We seek a responsible babysitter for one elementary-aged child, starting on January 6, 2025, with a flexible start date. You will work from Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 9:00am And 3:15pm to 5:30pm. Would also be responsible for watching full day during school breaks. This person would be responsible... More

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$10–11/hr
Attleboro, MA • 23 miles away

Full time sitter for an infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00pm - 7:00am

I live with my 2 cousins and my adoptive babygirl but they are working.
Just be present, she sleeps at night by the time you start working she is going to be 5 months, just gonna need to get change and hold if she wakes up
I am planning to work at night so I can spend time with her during the day... More

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$14–18/hr
Southbridge, MA • 19 miles away

Part-time sitter for our sweet 3 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I am looking for one night a week where a sitter can take over all my duties as mom. Prepare snack, quick dinner, clean and refill lunch box for school the next day, bath time and bed time. Usually someone else will also be home. I will be in my office or my husband will be in and out. We could also... More

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$16–23/hr
Johnston, RI • 22 miles away

Part-time sitter for a sweet 2.5year old...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! My two children are daughter 2.5 years old and son 5 months old. My name is Laura, I'm 36 years old and work as a nurse practitioner. My partners name is Dennis, he is 45 years old and works for the government. We have two overly friendly Golden retrievers who just like to hang with the family... More

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$20–24/hr
North Grosvenordale, CT • 15 miles away

Part time babysitter for 18mo

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

Family needs part time support on weekdays for one 18 month old boy.
Meals and light housekeeping.
No pets in household.
Flexible days / times as long as it is during daytime hours.

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$25–30/hr
South Grafton, MA • 4 miles away

Regular sitter for 12 years old special...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 4:30pm (flexible)

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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$20–30/hr
Needham, MA • 24 miles away

Part time sitter for a friendly family...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm (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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