$15–25/hr
Hagerstown, MD • 4 miles away

Weekly sitter for our two vibrant,...

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi folks! Our family of four loves adventure, make believe/fantasy, and running around outside! We live in a quiet cottage nestled back into the hills of Boonsboro. We try to follow the respectful parenting philosophy, emphasize bodily autonomy and absolutely do not condone any shouting,... More

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$20–35/hr
Frederick, MD • 12 miles away

Weekly Date Night sitter to three...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a LGBT family of 5, a fun 7 yr old boy , 3 year old boy, and beautiful 1 year old baby girl, looking for a regular sitter to watch our beautiful babies for our weekly date night.
Entertain our children with fun engaging activities.Prepared lunch or snack for the children and occasionally... More

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$19–23/hr
Martinsburg, WV • 17 miles away

Stay at home wife looking for help

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 1:30pm

Just looking into this as my wife needs help while she is pregnant……….
Wife will be home but just needs help while she is pregnant………………………….

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$13–20/hr
Frederick, MD • 19 miles away

Sitter to watch and have fun with our...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi. We are family of 4 with a loving golden retriever. Looking for someone to spend time with our kids so we can do an occasional date night.

Watch and play with our kids while we are on a date or doing chores around town.

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$15–24/hr
Frederick, MD • 12 miles away

Part-time sitter for two fun and energetic...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

We are a family of 4 and just moved to the Frederick area recently. My two toddlers are fun, kind, and full of energy. We enjoy nature walks, listening to music, dancing, and traveling.

Looking for a sitter that is CPR and First Aid Certified, has great references, enjoys being around kids, they... More

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$10–10/hr
Hedgesville, WV • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter for one happy toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a single father of a 3 year old baby girl. She is well behaved and very social. We are a Christian family.
I need a female care giver to care for my child while I am away for work and school. I have an alternating weekly schedule with her (3&2 days, 2 days). I only need a caregiver for the... More

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$15–20/hr
Frederick, MD • 19 miles away

After-school care for two sweet...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 6:30pm

Family seeking after-school care for two funny and sweet boys, ages 6 and 9. Parents work from home but need coverage while we wrap up the workday.
Monitor screen time and engage kids in non-screen activities. Prep dinner, tidy kitchen, pick up living room, put away kids’ clothes when they have... More

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How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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Weekly sitter for our two vibrant,...

Weekly sitter for our two vibrant,...

Weekly Date Night sitter to three...

Weekly Date Night sitter to three...

Stay at home wife looking for help

Stay at home wife looking for help

Sitter to watch and have fun with our...

Sitter to watch and have fun with our...

Part-time sitter for two fun and energetic...

Part-time sitter for two fun and energetic...

Part-time sitter for one happy toddler

Part-time sitter for one happy toddler

After-school care for two sweet...

After-school care for two sweet...

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Babysitting FAQ

How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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