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
Memphis, TN • 6 miles away

Occasionally sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I only need a sitter maybe 2days out the week . She a newborn little to no problems

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$10–16/hr
Cordova, TN • 22 miles away

Part-time sitter for four children 7,4,...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of 6 Tamara(Mom 32), Craig(Dad 38), Taytum(7), Teagan(4), Tailee(1), Tanner(1)
We need someone to care for the children while we’re at work on some Sundays. The children are very independent and easy to entertain

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$11–12/hr
Memphis, TN • 8 miles away

Sitter needed

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 6:00pm

1 child, After school and activities

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$17–21/hr
Memphis, TN • 7 miles away

Best out here

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I'm very reliable and hard Working love shopping and doing hair love helping others
Wash clothes feed pets water plants clean home.babysit the kids change diapers slight tutoring

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$15–20/hr
Cordova, TN • 20 miles away

3 Days a week sitter for single infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

Hello! I'll be needing a nanny during business hours 3 days a week to help babysit my infant while I'm working from home.

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$10–15/hr
Olive Branch, MS • 10 miles away

FULL TIME SITTER FOR ONE TODDLER GIRL

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am

WE ARE A FAMILY OF THREE LOOKING FOR REGULAR WEEKLY CHILDCARE.................
TEACH MY CHILD THE FUNDAMENTALS OF K-2 AND SNACKS.....................

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$15–22/hr
Memphis, TN • 12 miles away

Occasional Sitter For Five

5+ children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a wonderful family with five kids, each bringing their own unique personality. They’re affectionate, respectful, and love playing games together, though they also enjoy alone time. My one-year-old is full of energy and rarely cries, while my five-year-old daughter adds an extra spark to... More

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$18–22/hr
Olive Branch, MS • 10 miles away

Part time friend for two pre teens

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 12:00am

Two kids and a professional mom. The kids are mostly self sufficient I just work a weird shift
Make sure they do homework eat dinner and get to bed. Again they can do all of this themselves

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$10–13/hr
Memphis, TN • 12 miles away

Dynamic Trio: Dashuna and Her Daughters...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We are a loving family of three. I'm Dashuna, a proud mom who values recognizing and celebrating achievements. I have two wonderful daughters who always strive for excellence and believe in themselves. Together, we enjoy spending quality time, supporting each other, and making memories.
The kids... More

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$10–14/hr
Memphis, TN • 13 miles away

Part timer for 1 infant 5month old.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello I’m Fay’s mom. I work in the healthcare field and will occasionally need a sitter for evenings her daycare close early.
Sitter would need to feed her, change diapers as needed and have fun interactions with Fay. She is very chill.
Babysit at my apartment downtown medical district at The Rise... More

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$17–21/hr
Memphis, TN • 20 miles away

Sitter for beautiful babies??

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30pm - 5:30am (flexible)

Young mom, single trying to work. No suppport. At all. I have a special son.

Watch them put them to bed or just keep an eye on them. Make sure they don’t bully each other

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$16–20/hr
Memphis, TN • 20 miles away

Help my little one get to school :)

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 8:00am

Just needa little help getting my little one to school, 3 days out of the week. Very early :)
The hours are MONDAY, TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY 5am-8am. I want someone to assist my son while he’s getting ready for school and take him to the school front doors. He can dress himself , and feed himself. He... More

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$15–17/hr
Memphis, TN • 17 miles away

Virtual Job

Part-time sitter for toddler and infant

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 2:30pm (flexible)

I have a four-year-old daughter and a four-month-old boy. They are both entertaining kids who love attention and engagement.
I am looking for someone who can engage with skylar in a fun and positive but firm way as she learns how to read, write, and just be a good human. She responds well to... More

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$15–25/hr
Memphis, TN • 16 miles away

Sitter with piano experience

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30am - 4:30am (flexible)

We would like a sitter with piano experience trying to evoke kid's potential interests on piano/music experience. If she is interested, we hope she can get some beginner skill training. We have a piano at home in East Memphis. Hours may vary according to actual situations.

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What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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