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.

$20–24/hr
Millersville, MD • 23 miles away

Part-time help needed on Tuesdays: 7am—10am.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are in need of a part-time sitter on Tuesday mornings from 7am until 10am for our one and a half year-old son. Both parents work from home. We need reliable and experienced help until grandparents arrive in the late morning..

We will prepare all meals and change all diapers. The only... More

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$10–15/hr
Greenbelt, MD • 24 miles away

Sitter needed to babysit two year old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 3:30pm

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

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$20–24/hr
Odenton, MD • 22 miles away

Part Time Early Morning Sitter Needed

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Two children. I have a 10 month old son and an 11 year old daughter.

I would need them to sit with my children for breakfast then drop them both off at daycare/school

3 hours a day 5 days a week

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$16–23/hr
Frederick, MD • 23 miles away

Sitter needed for family wedding, we are...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 09/27

3:00pm - 10:00pm

Rambunctious 1 and a half year old boy. Loves to read and play outside.
We are in town for a family wedding. No kids invited to the wedding but my son is coming into town with us. Need someone to watch him at the hotel or in their home while we are there

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$20–27/hr
Ellicott City, MD • 5 miles away

Pick up 5th grader from school bus stop <...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Start date is flexible. Minimum commitment 2 days/week up to 4 days/week. Tues-Thurs- pick up 3:45pm at Lotte Plaza and drive our 5th grade daughter safely home. On Fridays- pick up is 2:45pm.

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$18–22/hr
Rockville, MD • 22 miles away

Part time sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

A mom of two toddlers who need some extra support. I am in Rockville but will move to Germantown in a couple of weeks.
I mostly need help with signing out of daycare and maybe a couple of hrs after. The three year old is potty trained.
I need pick up for the last two weeks of August and as needed... More

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$22–30/hr
Silver Spring, MD • 25 miles away

School Transport Needed For Two Quiet Girls

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Need additional help occasionally driving the kids to/from school.

Would be 1-4 times per month, usually either Monday mornings, Thursday afternoon, Friday mornings/afternoon. I would not expect you to be able to do all of these - your choice.

Mornings: Pick-up around 7:00

Afternoons:... More

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$22–26/hr
Kensington, MD • 24 miles away

Thursday October 10th full workday sitter...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 10/10

12:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

Hello! My husband and I live in Kensington Heights, Maryland with our 15 month old son. We have friends visiting town with 2 children who need care for Thursday, October 10th for their two children (our son will be in daycare) - a 4 year old girl and a 2 year old boy.
The father of the two... More

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$25–30/hr
Columbia, MD • 10 miles away

Sitter Needed on Mondays and Wednesdays...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm

We’re looking for a patient and kind sitter to watch my 3-year-old. My oldest is a rising kindergartener and will need some help when he is home from school. We want to find someone that loves to be outside as my boys want to play outside all day. We’re smoke-free and a cat-friendly home. CPR/BLS... More

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$21–25/hr
Monrovia, MD • 18 miles away

Occasional babysitter for my 2.5 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are the Ward family of 3. I’m a SAHM looking for occasional childcare for my 2/12 year old daughter, Jada.

Play, care for, and love! Jada is full of life and such a happy girl! She loves to play toys, sing and dance!

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$15–25/hr
Silver Spring, MD • 20 miles away

Part-time sitter for an Autistic kid

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We're seeking a patient, caring babysitter for an autistic kid. The role involves helping with potty training and feeding. If you're compassionate, reliable, and have experience with special needs care, we'd love to hear from you!

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$16–25/hr
Laurel, MD • 17 miles away

Part-time Spanish speaking sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 11:00am (flexible)

Single mom of a six year old boy with developmental and speech delays.

Seeking a Spanish speaking sitter to provide part time support, tutor in Spanish, prepare light snacks and provide transportation to and from school on office days.

Summer support 2 four hour days and before and after care... More

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$22–26/hr
Rockville, MD • 22 miles away

Occasional Sitter for 6 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! Looking for an occasional sitter for our 6 month old (1-3 times a month). Normal hours would be 6-10pm. Must be comfortable with cats. Previous infant care required.

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$18–22/hr
Baltimore, MD • 16 miles away

Part time sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - Overnight

Hello my name is Durrell and me and children mother is looking for a part time nanny for our 2 year old twins. We need some one that can work every Friday from 630pm until 9 am Saturday morning then 5am Sunday morning until 7 pm Sunday evening also 5 am Monday morning until 8 am. Must be on call in... More

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