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.

$21–25/hr
Baltimore, MD • 21 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a babysitter for our 5 month old daughter starting December 28, 2024. The sitter cares for one child, ensuring safety and comfort. Duties include feeding, changing diapers, putting the baby to sleep, and engaging in playtime. The sitter maintains a clean and safe environment for the child.... More

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$18–21/hr
Baltimore, MD • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30am - 4:30pm

We need a friendly and responsible babysitter for our toddler starting December 30, 2024. This job is from 4:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Saturday. The babysitter will provide care, engage in play, and support learning activities in a learning pod. They will also assist with tutoring and help... More

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$18–20/hr
Severn, MD • 21 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 4:00pm

We need a reliable babysitter for our toddler, starting on January 2, 2025. The hours are from 6:00 AM -9:00 AM to 1:00 PM- 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. You will supervise, engage, and care for our child, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. Responsibilities include preparing meals,... More

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$17–19/hr
Ellicott City, MD • 9 miles away

Nurturing & Engaging Care for Infant on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am

We need a babysitter for our 5 month old infant starting on Feb 5th, 2025. The work schedule is every Wednesday and Thursday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The sitter will care for one child, ensuring their safety, feeding, and playtime. The job requires someone who can engage and interact with the child,... More

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$21–24/hr
Baltimore, MD • 24 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for 5...

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 12:00pm

We seek a responsible babysitter for our five children, ranging from infants to middle school age. The position starts on January 26, 2025, from 5:00 AM to 12:00 PM, every day of the week. The ideal candidate must have their own car and be comfortable with pets. The job includes caring for... More

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$11–18/hr
Odenton, MD • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a babysitter for our toddler starting on or after January 6, 2025. The sitter must have a reliable car and be comfortable around pets. Experience caring for multiple children is preferred. The sitter will engage the child in play, provide meals, and ensure safety at all times. Strong... More

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$16–27/hr
Silver Spring, MD • 21 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed to Drive Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 10:00am (flexible)

We need a babysitter for two elementary-aged children starting on January 2, 2025, with a flexible start date. The hours are from 5:00 AM to 9:30 AM, Sunday through Thursday. The sitter is responsible for ensuring the children's safety, driving them to school and activities, and providing light meal... More

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$23–30/hr
Takoma Park, MD • 23 miles away

school pickup 2 weeks a month til June....

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm

We are looking for a babysitter to care for two elementary-aged children from January 10, 2025. You will work Every other Friday to Thursday Monday from 3 PM to 6 PM. Your tasks include helping with homework, driving the children to activities, and ensuring their safety and well-being. The ideal... More

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$19–21/hr
Lutherville Timonium, MD • 20 miles away

Early morning sitter needed for tween girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

We are a mother and daughter, who is a 5th grader, needing help with early mornings 2 days each week.
The perfect person for this job is someone who will be able to come at 6am(!) two days each while mom goes to work. The tasks are to wake up the sleepy 5th grader, chat with her while she gets... More

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$18–20/hr
Silver Spring, MD • 17 miles away

Looking for a Caring Companion for my...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! I’m seeking a caring companion for my little one who lives close to Leisure world or Aspen hill , MD while I go to work on Tuesday, Thursday, and every other Saturday and every other Friday from 4:30 AM to5:00pm. Starting on January first week. If you’re interested, please reach out!

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$20–30/hr
Rockville, MD • 20 miles away

Looking for a homework sitter for a...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am looking for an after-school sitter to supervise my 2nd grader son to complete his homework around 4:30-5:30pm (start and end time flexible). He knows how to do it. Just need to make sure that he stays on his task and completes his homework.

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$25/hr
Hanover, MD • 19 miles away

Toddler school pick up

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30am - 4:30am

We are looking for a responsible person to pick up our 3-year-old son from school at 3:30 p.m. and drop off at our home.
One of the parents will be at home when you drop off our son. The school is in Baltimore and our home is on Hanover, MD. The distance is 14 miles one way (28 miles round trip).... More

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$16–20/hr
Greenbelt, MD • 23 miles away

Nanny/Babysitter/Helper

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a family of four with two loving and happy daughters looking for a kind and caring person who loves children to support our childcare needs.
We are looking for a nanny/babysitter/helper to support us with pick-ups/drop-offs, getting the kids ready for school and bedtime, and light house... More

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$18–23/hr
Silver Spring, MD • 23 miles away

Need a driving sitter from silver spring...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We have a 5 year old elementary aged child who goes to highland view in silver spring MD

We need a sitter on Fridays to pick our son up from silver spring elementary school and bring him to Woodbridge VA. We don’t mind if you have school aged children in the car as well while transporting

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What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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