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.

$17–21/hr
Seven Valleys, PA • 24 miles away

Full time sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

I have a 6 month old daughter that needs childcare during the day an my son will be home from school need someone to help him with homework when he gets home.

Baby sit my daughter an help my son with homework when he gets home. An watch both my kids when my son is off school

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$17–21/hr
Westminster, MD • 7 miles away

Part Time Nanny Needed (Monday & Wednesday)

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi! We are a family of 4(mom, dad, son, dog?). We are located in Carroll County, MD. We love being outdoors and can’t wait to get to know you!

We are looking for a nanny Monday and Wednesdays to care for our 3 year old son! He loves playing trucks, playing outside, learning letters, numbers and... More

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$18–25/hr
Glenville, PA • 16 miles away

Once/twice a week sitter for 3 kids

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family of 5 soon to be 6. Oldest is 10 year old girl, then 3 year old girl, 2 year old boy, and baby boy expected in October.
Not asking for much because they’re already a lot! Play, dinner, baths, goodnight.
One or two nights a week, maybe a Saturday here or there. Will compensate more for... More

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$18–25/hr
Mount Airy, MD • 20 miles away

Loving Nanny Needed for Two Kids & a Baby!

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm

We're a warm and welcoming family looking for a caring and experienced nanny to help care for our two daughters (ages 7 and 6) and our adorable 6-month-old son. If you're patient, reliable, and love working with kids, we’d love to hear from you!

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$18–25/hr
Frederick, MD • 24 miles away

after school supervision for twoolder kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm

Two great, responsible kids need supervision after school and driving to practices.

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$20–30/hr
Finksburg, MD • 18 miles away

Date night trustworthy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

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$12–18/hr
Gettysburg, PA • 13 miles away

Occasional sitter for a baby, toddler and...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My husband and I have 3 children. 2 girls and 1 boy. We also have an Olde English Bulldog.
We would just need an occasional baby sitter because my husband and I haven't been able to go on casual date nights for awhile. The sitter would just be responsible of taking care of the kids and feeding them... More

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$20–24/hr
Reisterstown, MD • 24 miles away

Sitter for date nights

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We are a family with one baby (less than 6 months old) and 2 dogs (friendly but large).
Looking for an occasional sitter for our baby! Mainly for date nights.

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$16–23/hr
Reisterstown, MD • 24 miles away

Part sitter for a one year old girl, and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We are a brother and sister, each have a kid a 1 year old( girl) and 2 year old (boy)
Parents are pastors
Both live in same house

Someone who babysits both kids while both of us are at work , hours are very flexible

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$15–27/hr
Frederick, MD • 20 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of 4 and we love the outdoors, enjoying spending time together, dancing, listening to music, and traveling.
We are looking fora sitter who will provide a loving, caring, and safe environment for our two energetic toddlers. Will require preparing snacks/meal, clean up toys after... More

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$10–24/hr
Walkersville, MD • 17 miles away

Weekly night sitter(Tuesdays) for my son...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30pm - 11:30pm

I am 28 years old single parent with a child who has delay speech and mild autism. My son is 6 and he is very sweet and loves cookie monster and sensory toys.
I just need the sitter to watch him with patience and love. Someone who is consistent and good at communication.
I will be able to drop him... More

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$17–21/hr
Blue Ridge Summit, PA • 17 miles away

Sitter for teenager, school work and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00pm - 3:00pm

Family of 4, parents schedule varies. Father is out of town every 2 weeks. Mother schedule varies day to say
Need sitter to help with child’s school work and get him to twilight program.
Days could vary

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$19–23/hr
Frederick, MD • 20 miles away

Occasional date night and weekends

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! I have two active boys (5 and 2) and one 10 year old dog. We love to be outside, be active, be silly, and read books!
We will need the sitter to do occasional date night and weekend sitting.

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$17–21/hr
Taneytown, MD • Less than a mile

Occasional sitter for an energetic loving...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am currently in a relationship and have a son from a previous marriage. I have my son 80% of the year.

-getting snacks and drinks
-play with my son
-help with bedtime (sometimes)
-have fun

I live in Taneytown. I just want an occasional (every other weekend sitter) so I can go out with my... More

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What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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