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.

$18–22/hr
Mooresville, NC • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter for two middle school...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 6:00pm

We are a family of 4, twin girls age 12. We also have a small dog, Marley
We need assistance picking the kids up from school and dropping off at after school sporting events. Help with homework on non game days.

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$20–30/hr
Mooresville, NC • 22 miles away

Part time sitter for 3 well behaved kids,...

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/12

6:00pm - 9:00pm

We are a 5 member family, with three girls aged 9, 7 and 6. We communicate in English and the parents are both working professionals.
Just be there to watch the kids. They are very well behaved and self sufficient.

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$10–25/hr
Lexington, NC • 16 miles away

Babysitter Monday through Friday

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 6:30pm

I am married! I have 2 kids, 1 daughter who is in school and 1 son not in school he is 18 months old.
I need you to Babysit my 18 month old son and possibly put my daughter on the bus and get her off the bus! Monday- Friday I work from 8:00am until like 5:00pm or 6:00pm it all depends on how long I... More

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$19–23/hr
Davidson, NC • 24 miles away

Part-time family assistant for busy family...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Growing family in Davidson— two elementary aged kids and one new baby boy joining the family in February 2025.
We are looking for a reliable, detail-oriented Home Assistant to help manage our household. This is part-time (to start, approximately 8 hours/week). Assist with laundry, household... More

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$10–11/hr
Albemarle, NC • 23 miles away

Sitter for one year old!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Me and my boyfriend are looking for a babysitter for our one year old son.

Hours may vary, but I need a sitter for my one year old son between the hours of 7am-5pm. My son also has a lot of allergies so sitter needs to be aware of that.

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$19–23/hr
Harrisburg, NC • 24 miles away

Occasional nanny for 4 year old and 2 year...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Great family with two children age 2 and 4. Looking for occasional sitter for date nights and to run errands.

Put kids to bed, play with, make sure they eat. Be responsible and energetic

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

For a 3 month old baby

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a single mom of two kids but only need help to sit the baby during nights since I work 6-6am
Watch baby during nights 6pm-6am
Every other weekend just on my long weekends

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$10–22/hr
Concord, NC • 19 miles away

Part-time sitter for 1 infant

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My daughter is 3 months old and need care sometimes during week days

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$13–18/hr
Rockwell, NC • 6 miles away

Part time sitter for 3 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

Hello! First time parents looking for an experienced baby sitter to watch our 3 month old 4x a week for 3 hours each day.
Care for, interact, and entertain our 3 month old! She is very active!

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$25–26/hr
Mount Pleasant, NC • 15 miles away

Just a sitter who loves kids.

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a blended family of 6.
My wife and I have 4 kids total.2 boys 2 girls . Very well behaved. And discipline is not ever an issue.
We just need a sitter to literally just sit with our kids. Most times there will be only 1-2 kids because as a blended family kids go to other homes too. Just a... More

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

Part-Time sitter for two wonderful and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am

Im in need of a sitter for my 2 year old named Gianni and my 4 year old named Zoie.
I need sitter to be able to pick the girls up from daycare and care for them until I get off of work

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$10–15/hr
Linwood, NC • 11 miles away

Every Monday and as needed sitter

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have 4 children 3y boy, 5y girl, 7y boy, 11y girl. We have many pets (farm life) cats dog and others. Need a sitter every Monday evening and the occasional sitter for date nights. Looking to establish a relationship with someone for long term.

Will need to get kids from bus stop, make dinner,... More

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$19–20/hr
Mooresville, NC • 22 miles away

Looking for afterschool care!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

We have 3 kids and 2 dogs, so we’re busy! Our kids are 17, 11 and 7 years old. The older 2 boys are self sufficient, so we are looking for help with getting our special needs daughter off the bus each day and caring for her until we get home from work.

You would be responsible for meeting the... More

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$8–10/hr
Salisbury, NC • Less than a mile

Part-time in-home sitter willing to move...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 10:00am

I am a single mom of 2 kids. My son is ten and mostly self-sufficient, just needs help with meals/snacks and occasional help with electronic devices. My daughter is 4 and loves to play and read. We have a cat and dog in the home right now, both are friendly and do not require care services.
I am... More

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