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
High Point, NC • 16 miles away

Part-time sitter for 3 bright little ladies!

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We are a family that loves to foster curiosity, personal growth, accountability and having fun as we go!

Bring a positive attitude! (We understand everyone has a day here and there, but try your best and we’ll do the same!)
Run errands, help little ones with studies, and any light cleaning that... More

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$13–17/hr
Greensboro, NC • 19 miles away

Full time sitter for my happy little...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My son is 5 months old. So looking for work but, I'm not having any luck with 7am- 5pm working hours so daycare isn't going to help me. I know I have to sleep after working so long and late to be able to do it all again. I may have you stay a little bit later some days in the morning time if that... More

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

Need a sitter for an upcoming event.

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/29 - 12/30

7:30pm - 12:30am

We live with my sister & her children.
We only need a sitter for my newborn baby.
Have to feed baby every 2/3 hours
And change diapers with each feedings
He’s a very easy baby. He’s 3 weeks as of right now. All he does is sleep & eat. :)

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$10–21/hr
Browns Summit, NC • 23 miles away

Looking for a weekend sitter/BIG SISTER

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Single mom with an 11 year old young lady however we live in the home with older grandparents.
Your only responsibility will be to make sure that the child is in class when she is supposed to be online and if she needs to go to the store to take her and bring her back as well as assist with homework... More

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$17–21/hr
Greensboro, NC • 21 miles away

Full-time for a energetic son ?

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

Hi I have a babyboy that’s my heart he is sweet and he is indeed active .

I just need him to be watch into I get off of work I do have things already set up for him and make yourself comfortable with anything snack you would like to eat .

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$16–20/hr
Winston Salem, NC • 17 miles away

Part Time Sitter One Day a Week/Occasional...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I am a single mother household and my workdays consist of 12 hour days. Finding evening care is challenging. My daughter is 11 and likes typical little girl things!

Pick my child up from school one afternoon a week. And keep her until I get off work at 7pm.
We live near Atrium and school is near... More

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$12–17/hr
Greensboro, NC • 15 miles away

Looking for a positive and energetic...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My two girls love to dance, play, read and dance! They go to school everyday so looking for someone to play with them and help with bedtime routine!

Help the girls with after school snacks, play/draw/write with them. Help them with dinner and clean up including running the dishwasher and vacuum... More

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$15–17/hr
Greensboro, NC • 19 miles away

Excellent part time nanny needed

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 2:00pm (flexible)

Family with 2 girls looking for regular help with infant, starting January. Both parents work from home.

Infant care - care for and play with our 3 month old. Work on naps in the crib, and help with light housekeeping during naps.

Our schedule is somewhat flexible on days, and a little bit on... More

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$20–25/hr
Winston Salem, NC • 15 miles away

Regular sitter for Newborn and 5 year old!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

Hi! We have two kids (5 years+8 months), and are looking for a sitter for after school/after daycare! Sitter must be patient, kind, and experienced. Must have a car as daycare and school aren’t within walking distance (will pay for gas!), and five year old has occasional play dates/sports. Thank... More

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$17–21/hr
Wallburg, NC • 16 miles away

Safe and Reliable Caregiver Needed

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Local family looking for a caregiver capable of driving our daughter to school for the next two weeks. We have one 15 year old daughter, who is very smart and creative.
We are looking for a caregiver with safe and reliable transportation, as well as a clean driving record to take our daughter to... More

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$17–21/hr
Wallburg, NC • 16 miles away

Part time for a little energetic 4 years...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My wife and I are looking for someone loving to care for our toddler, we have 21 year twins who also live in the house but are in college
Maybe 3-5 hours Saturday morning, flexible weekends 2-3 days a week.. 2-3 hrs during weekdays

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$17–21/hr
Winston Salem, NC • 15 miles away

Part-time sitter for energetic 6mo

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00pm - 8:00pm

We are the Sailas family! My name is Faith and my husbands name is Jordan. In May we welcomed our precious baby boy Messiah! He loves music, reading books and exploring nature.
Light house cleaning such as : loading the dishwasher at the end of the shift & making sure babies room is nice and... More

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$11–15/hr
Greensboro, NC • 19 miles away

Sitter For A Toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 3:00pm

I work from Home and Just need a sitter to help with my growing toddler. It is a strict compliance. I will still be in the home just need an extra pair of eyes.
Just looking for a nanny to work with me while I am working from home.

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$13–18/hr
Winston Salem, NC • 12 miles away

Nanny Needed During School Dropoff/Pickup...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 10:00am

Hello ! We are the Mattox family and are searching for a nanny to take Niah & Noah to school and pick them up from school on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
I am looking for a nanny to be at our home at 8 a.m. to drop them off at school (0.9 miles away) in the morning, and to pick them up from school in... More

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