$19–23/hr
Saint Leonard, MD • 13 miles away

Part time for a second grader and infant

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

We are a soon to be family of four. A seven year old and a newborn. We also have a dog.
In home care for both children, up to and including assisting our second grader with his online schooling when needed.

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$14–22/hr
Saint Marys City, MD • 6 miles away

Looking For Sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 3:00pm

n/a

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$20–24/hr
Barstow, MD • 20 miles away

Occasional babysitter for 2.5yr old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I’m Hadley! My husband and I moved to the area this year from Florida. We have one 2.5 yr old son who is full of life, loves cars, Paw Patrol, and chase.

We’re looking for somebody to watch the little guy and put him to bed for our occasional events. He has no special needs and will be happy to... More

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$18–22/hr
Hughesville, MD • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter for 2 easygoing kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

Hello, we are the Vasquez Family. We are looking for a part-time sitter for Luna (2.5 years old) and Levi (almost 4 years old). Levi and Luna are easygoing children. They love to play together and also enjoy their independence on their ipads. During warmer days they really enjoy playing outdoors.... More

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$15–20/hr
Hughesville, MD • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter with flexible days for 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I work from home and need a helper to assist with my two boys. My husband and I have two dogs indoors but can be kept separate while you are in the home.
I need a helper to play with my 2 year old toddler, prepare his lunch and put him down for a nap. I have a 4 month old that is exclusively breast... More

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$20–24/hr
Dowell, MD • 6 miles away

Sitter for spunky 3 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

New to the area. Looking for a sitter on the weekends periodically to care for our 3 year old and small dog.
Babysit in our home. Put little one to bed at 8pm. We have a small dog as well, that would be here and would need to be taken out.

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$15–25/hr
Saint Marys City, MD • 6 miles away

One night sitter for 4

4 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/19

3:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

Looking for a babysitter to care for four children ages 1, 2, 4, & 9 during a work Christmas party. We are looking for someone to supervise and entertain them while we’re at the event.
I’m looking for a babysitter to supervise my four children during a work Christmas party. The responsibilities... More

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$22–26/hr
Mechanicsville, MD • 18 miles away

Weekly sitter for 3 boys

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have 3 boys, ages 6, 3, and 1. I primarily work from home, but now that my and my husband's parental leave is expired we need someone to help "fill the gaps" when I need to go in to the office.
We need someone to stay with the kids 6-8 hours, one or two times a week, days and times can be... 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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Part-time sitter with flexible days for 2...

Sitter for spunky 3 year old

Sitter for spunky 3 year old

One night sitter for 4

One night sitter for 4

Weekly sitter for 3 boys

Weekly sitter for 3 boys

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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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