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.

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

Experienced Babysitter Needed for...

5+ children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a babysitter starting April 14, 2025, to care for five elementary-aged children. The babysitter prepares meals and snacks, engages the children in educational and fun activities, and ensures their safety at all times. The ideal candidate has experience with special needs and possesses their... More

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$21–25/hr
Odenton, MD • 6 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler Care,...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a caring and responsible babysitter for three toddlers. The job starts on February 1, 2025, with flexible start times. You will work from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Your duties include supervising play, providing safe activities, and helping with... More

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$21–25/hr
Deale, MD • 18 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Toddlers with...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We need a caring babysitter for two toddlers, starting on March 3, 2025. The schedule is flexible but typically runs from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The babysitter watches the children, engages them in play, prepares meals, and ensures their safety. The ideal candidate has their own... More

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$20–22/hr
Washington, DC • 24 miles away

Part time nanny for toddler boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 9:00am

Welcome to the Highsmith/Allen Family! I am a young mom with a smart, funny, and active toddler boy. Cj and I love to laugh, have fun, and learn. Will you make a great addition to the tribe?

I need assistance with morning routine and drop off to school as well as pick ups from school. Light cooking... More

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$15–20/hr
Hanover, MD • 10 miles away

Seeking Caring Babysitter for Preschool Child

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a caring and responsible babysitter for our preschool child, starting January 27, 2025, with some flexibility in the start date. The ideal candidate has experience with special needs children and possesses a car. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, driving to activities, and... More

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$10–14/hr
Silver Spring, MD • 21 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Infant...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 11:00am (flexible)

I am looking for a babysitter to care for my infant starting February 3, 2025, on Mondays and Fridays from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The candidate must have their own car and experience with multiple children. Responsibilities include providing care for my child, tutoring as needed, preparing meals and... More

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$20–26/hr
Laurel, MD • 15 miles away

Drive, Care, Tutor One Preschool Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

Looking for a babysitter for our almost 5yr old son starting on or after 2/10/2025. The schedule includes Monday - Friday, from 3:30PM to 7:30 PM (days are flexible but pickup is firm at 4p from school). Exact schedule tbd. The ideal candidate can pickup our son at school at 4pm, drive to our home,... More

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$20–30/hr
Washington, DC • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Children

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 2:00pm

I seek a reliable and caring babysitter for two children, ages elementary and middle school, starting January 8, 2025. The schedule is Monday through Friday, from 8 AM to 7:00 PM (Drop off to school and pickup from school). Responsibilities include driving the children, helping with homework, and... More

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$20–25/hr
Edgewater, MD • 9 miles away

After-school nanny for a lovely 7 year old...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Hi there! We are looking for an afterschool nanny/sitter for our 7 year old daughter (2nd grade), to come work with our family on a fixed schedule, weekdays from 2-6pm. We are looking for someone who can commit to working with our family during the schoolyear, with option to work part- or... More

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$22–26/hr
Glenn Dale, MD • 12 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Two Infants: Meal...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am

We are looking for a babysitter to care for our two infants. You will start on February 3rd, 2025, working Monday through Friday, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Your duties include preparing meals and snacks for the children, doing light laundry, and handling light housekeeping tasks. You will arrange... More

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$12–17/hr
Greenbelt, MD • 15 miles away

Sitter needed to babysit three year old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am

Sitter needed to babysit three year old while parent works remotely from home. Child is very energetic and loves to play

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$8–10/hr
Glen Burnie, MD • 8 miles away

Needing help

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 12:00pm

Hello I'm a single mom who is looking for some help at an accommodating rate. My daughter is 3 years old and has autism. Please do not say you are interested if you do not know how to care for a child with autism. She doesn't really bother to much if she is fed and watching her favorite shows. My... More

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$16–20/hr
Greenbelt, MD • 16 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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