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.

$10–20/hr
Hope Mills, NC • 21 miles away

sitter for toddler boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am (flexible)

we are Kumar family from India my wife also from India we have son Ashvik 5 year old and Daughter Ayra 3 year old.
Ashvik get off 11am from school, Ashvik is developmental delay child dose have some behavior issue.. Pick him up from school 11:00 am
Help with teaching him and how to write take to... More

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$10–20/hr
Fayetteville, NC • 23 miles away

Part time sitter for 9 year old son

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for an occasional sitter on some weekend nights for my 9 year old son.

I require someone who is friendly, patient, kind, and works well with children.

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$16–20/hr
Fayetteville, NC • 23 miles away

Part time sitter for my 2 years old.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi there! We’re a family of 3 who is currently expecting another baby. Dad is in the military and I’m a stay at home mom for now. We’re new here and don’t have any family to help so we would really appreciate to have somebody to call if needs be.
We don’t really require much from you. Just the... More

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$15–20/hr
Hope Mills, NC • 21 miles away

Kaai Family (Hope Mills)

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello my name is Clarissa, my two kids Nai’alea (7) Naia for short, Rush (5) and I just moved to the area and I just started work!
I’ll need someone to be at my house after school at. 4pm I get off work anytime between 5-6. Kids will need help with homework occasionally. Second grade and... More

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$10–11/hr
Stedman, NC • 7 miles away

Helper to put son on bus in the mornings

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family of 5 love sports and we are a busy family me and my husband works morning and my daughter has cheer practice sometimes in the morning
Just put son on bus a couple of morings at 7am when my daughter er has cheer practice and my other son already left for the bus
Fayetteville 7am at his bus... More

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$16–20/hr
Fayetteville, NC • 23 miles away

Part Time Sitter Check Ins !

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family of 3 Midnight our puppy 2 months. Ms. Pinder & Mr. Pinder couple.

Dog sister for nightshift or just check ins Occasionally not permanent.

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$16–25/hr
Hope Mills, NC • 21 miles away

Part-Time Sitter for Toddler and Newborn

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Part - time sitter for 2 year old and 3 month old. Must be comfortable with dogs. We have 2 very friendly large dogs.

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$10–20/hr
Parkton, NC • 25 miles away

Occasional sitter for the sweetest Italian...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are the LoGiudice’s! Family oriented all around food! If you sit for us, my husband and I will always try to feed you or send you home with something to eat! We are very laid back and stay home most of the time. The highlight of our week is usually grocery shopping, lol. We don’t have any pets.... More

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$16–20/hr
Hope Mills, NC • 21 miles away

On occasion sitter for Sat eves or...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Babysitting for one child , boy. Active and loving . Currently 9 months and loves to play
Watch baby closely , play with child , feed, change diapers. Be present for us to go on dates
Evening after 5pm return by 11pm

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$10–13/hr
Fayetteville, NC • 23 miles away

Pertime Sitter For two Children needed...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

A family with two children 9 and 6 years old. Help is usually needed before and after school with pick up and drop off all meals are already provided.
Help is needed with two children around 6am and they are dropped off at school 8am. They are then picked back at 3pm and stayed with till about 8pm.... More

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$10–11/hr
Fayetteville, NC • 20 miles away

A weekend sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 6:00pm

Just me and my son.I'm single parent raising him by myself. In need of a sitter on Saturdays only.
Be patient. Be kind and let me know what they need for my son.That'simlortsnt
Good

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$15–19/hr
Fayetteville, NC • 20 miles away

Looking for an extra hand!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My husband is active duty and I am a full time nurse. Our son Colton is the sweetest boy — very easy going. We have a sweet german Shepard named Athena, who will shower you with love and attention.

Occasional date nights; eventually looking for someone long term that can help with pick up/drop off... More

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$10–15/hr
Fayetteville, NC • 23 miles away

Full time sitter for three children.

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello, I will need a weekday sitter full yime for a three year old and afterschool care for a seven and ten year olds.
Pick up children from bus stop, give breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Possible homework.
Located off reaford road. Pay is flexible depending on the qualifications, looking to start in... More

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$12–19/hr
Fayetteville, NC • 20 miles away

Part-time sitter for a two year old toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

We are seeking an experienced and trained nanny who can provide both care and educational support for our child. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in early childhood education and be able to create a nurturing environment that fosters learning and development. I would love if the... More

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