$10–27/hr
Columbia, MD • 17 miles away

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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

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Seeking a responsible and caring individual to provide after-school care for our two children. Ideal candidate will be experienced in managing both middle school and preschool-aged children. Looking for someone who can pick both kids up after school and bring them back to the house to wind down from... More

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$21–28/hr
Laurel, MD • 20 miles away

Caring Babysitter/Nanny Needed for 2 young...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are seeking a compassionate and reliable babysitter/nanny to care for our two children primarily on Fridays. We are open to adding additional days based on the caregiver's availability and needs.

**Details:**
- **Mother works from home** and will be available to support during breaks.
-... More

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$14–15/hr
Columbia, MD • 20 miles away

House hold help and little bit baby sitting

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for help do chores around the house. Kids will be at their soccer and football practice.

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$15–17/hr
Pasadena, MD • 9 miles away

Part time sitter to watch my daughter...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My daughter is 15 months old and very energetic. She needs someone who likes to play and teach her things. She is very advanced for her age and uses the toilet.
I would have somebody here ideally 2 or 3 days per week from 9 AM to 3 PM or 10 AM to 4 PM depending on the day.
I work remote. My... More

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$20–27/hr
Ellicott City, MD • 19 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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$16–25/hr
Laurel, MD • 22 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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$18–22/hr
Baltimore, MD • 7 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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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?

Babysitting jobs in your area

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After School Pickup and Care Provider for...

After School Pickup and Care Provider for...

Caring Babysitter/Nanny Needed for 2 young...

Caring Babysitter/Nanny Needed for 2 young...

House hold help and little bit baby sitting

House hold help and little bit baby sitting

Part time sitter to watch my daughter...

Part time sitter to watch my daughter...

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

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

Part-time Spanish speaking sitter

Part-time Spanish speaking sitter

Part time sitter for two energetic toddlers

Part time sitter for two energetic toddlers

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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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