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.

$10–17/hr
Sneads Ferry, NC • 17 miles away

Part time sitter for turtle loving girl!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have a 3 year old girl named Riley who loves to play outside, play make believe, and read books.
If during the day, you'll need to be able to make light meals or snacks and play games. If at night, we'll need bedtime routine and then watching the baby monitor.

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$16–18/hr
Jacksonville, NC • Less than a mile

Sitter to ensure our son gets off to...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

A loving family who works hard and is always busy busy busy. Looking for childcare to get our son off to school only need 1 hour in the mornings.

Make sure our son is up and ready to get on the school bus and send him off.

6am to 7am bus come at 6:48 so most days you will be done early!

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$17–21/hr
Jacksonville, NC • Less than a mile

Part-time sitter needed for before and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

Single Mother looking for before and after care 2-3 times a week for my 8year old son
Help get him on the bus in the morning and off the bus in the evening and sit with him until I get home

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$10–12/hr
Jacksonville, NC • 3 miles away

Babysitter needed for two girls. You won’t...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a family of four, I am a nursing student, and dad is in the Marine Corps.

I’d need the babysitter to come at 5am on Mondays to stay with the girls until 7:45 put my oldest on the school bus then drop the youngest to daycare on base MUST HAVE BASE ACCESS. Then at 3:45 pick up the oldest... More

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$12–16/hr
Jacksonville, NC • Less than a mile

NightOwl/overnight help

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00pm - 6:00am

I am working nights and my husband is working full-time. This would be an easy gig for someone who is a night owl.My daughter has started to wake up in the middle of the night and so we need someone to help rock her back to sleep and place her in her bassinet. She rarely is hungry over night but... More

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$17–21/hr
Jacksonville, NC • 3 miles away

Flexible Sitter for two

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of four with 2 young kids needing care. I work from home and usually have a busy schedule throughout the week so usually have to wait until weekends to run errands. Kids are all boys ages 9 and 3. My 3 year old has an autism diagnosis and is non verbal. Both kids are in school and... More

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$17–24/hr
Sneads Ferry, NC • 17 miles away

Part-time sitter for two great kids

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We are the Robinsons ? I have two great kids ages 6 and 3. I am looking for someone who can help out occasionally for date nights.
We might need the sitter to give the kids dinner and do bedtime. Also we have two dogs so they would need to be comfortable with them.
We are located in a great... More

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$12–15/hr
Jacksonville, NC • 3 miles away

Part- time evening Nanny for 5yo boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 2:00am

Hi there! Right away ignore the weekday hours! Wouldn’t let me change it. BUT I’m Alex and my small family consists of me, my son, and 3 spoiled but well behaved dogs. My son is a very smart and loving kiddo on the spectrum.
He's a pretty easy kiddo even with being autistic. He honestly keeps... More

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$12–20/hr
Jacksonville, NC • Less than a mile

Part-time sitter for one four-year old girl

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! I am looking for a sitter to watch my 4 year old daughter while my son is in school. She is very girly and sweet. An in-home sitter from 6:30 am-3:30 pm would be perfect.
A sitter who is playful and loved to play with puppies or dolls is appreciated. Breakfast and lunch preparation is needed... More

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$14–18/hr
Sneads Ferry, NC • 17 miles away

Occasional sitter for toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Outdoorsy family with one very active toddler. Enjoy spending time at the beach or woods, rain or shine. Baby girl loves books, stacking blocks, and being chased around. She's very easy going.
Looking for the occasional date night/ weekend day sitter for when we want to get out.

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$10–11/hr
Jacksonville, NC • 3 miles away

Need babysitter/ nanny for 3 year old.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 6:00pm

Christian family, peaceful home, we have no pet. Only but energetic 3 year old.
Take care 3 year old. Feed, play, guide to potty. Naps. The usual. Take care of child a if it your own.

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$10–14/hr
Jacksonville, NC • Less than a mile

Need A Sitter ASAP!!!!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

We are loving and caring people. Very Flexible. Looking forward to meeting you.

Need sitter to pick my son up from after school care. Help him with homework. Make sure he has a bath and put him to bed.

Would be working 6pm to 10 pm

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$16–25/hr
Jacksonville, NC • Less than a mile

Seeking occasional sitter for 6 y/o with ASD

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My wife and I are looking for a sitter for our son. This willl be occasional to give us time to go out as adults. Our son has ASD, is very intelligent but very active. Please reach out if you are interested. Thank you

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$10–15/hr
Camp Lejeune, NC • 5 miles away

Occasional sitter need on Camp Lejeune

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

In need of occasional/back up sitters in our home on Camp Lejeune; 8 days a month. We have three children (7,2,2),. Typical hours are 7:30-5:30 but you will typically leave by 5pm.Our 7 year oldis in school so you will mostly be caring for our twins. We have lots to do inside and outside,however we... More

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