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.

$24–28/hr
Bolton, MA • 22 miles away

Part-time sitter for energetic toddler.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

Mom and Dad plus Xavier (11) and Wyatt (2.5) live in Bolton. We are a busy family that likes to travel and have experiences together. Being outside, exploring new places, and being creative are some of our favorite things.
We are looking for a bit of help with primarily Wyatt, especially daycare... More

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$24–28/hr
Littleton, MA • 15 miles away

Babysiteer

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi looking for a babysitter for the weekend won’t have two do a lot most thing be done just make a bottle change a diaper only look after baby the most
Looking after 4 kids one is 18 mouths we’ll need most care she is such a lovely baby

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$10–25/hr
Hudson, NH • 8 miles away

part-time occasional sitter for two toddlers.

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Mendes family here. We have 2 little ones and live in Hudson New Hampshire.
Be with and care for children while parents are out for roughly 1-3 hours. Play with children and ensure safety.

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$20–25/hr
Bedford, NH • 14 miles away

Occasional Babysitter Needed For Our...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Searching for a reliable, on-call/occasional babysitter for our infant son in our home. (born 09/2024). Days & times will vary (could be during the day for appts that we can't take him to, date nights, etc.)

Basic qualifications:

- Recent experience taking care of a newborn. Be over the age of... More

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$16–20/hr
Andover, MA • 22 miles away

Weekday needs and some weekends for date...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 11:30pm

2 beautiful girls. Need help with picking up from school. Every other Tuesdays and Friday evening.
Picking up from school. Homework check and put down to bed. The girls are fun to be around with. They’re 3 and 6 years old.

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$23–27/hr
Lowell, MA • 15 miles away

Part-time sitter for a energetic toddlers

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 6:30pm

Baby with autism

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$15–20/hr
Manchester, NH • 18 miles away

Part time sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 7:00pm

We are a family of four. Me and my girlfriend have two beautiful girls Amelia and Amiyah. Amelia is going to be four in December and Amiyah is one and a half years old. I am 29 and my girlfriend is 27, we both work full time jobs with some hours that are overlapped.
Ideal we are looking for someone... More

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$20–30/hr
Groton, MA • 10 miles away

After-school care for 8-year old girls

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

We are a family of 4 , with twin daughters in elementary school. Both of us work full time and occasionally remotely from home

Looking for someone who can be available after school to bring kids from bus stop, help them out with homework and drive them to activities . Willing to pay extra for... More

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$20–25/hr
North Chelmsford, MA • 13 miles away

Part time sitter for a 17 months old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

Looking for a sitter for a 17 months old active boy, fun and caring. Please introduce yourself and tell a little bit about yourself when you apply. Can’t wait to meet you! Days and time is flexible at this time. This job offers around 10 hours a week, 2 days. Located in NorthChelmsford.
Play, feed,... More

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$21–25/hr
East Derry, NH • 17 miles away

Part time occasional sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

2 children 7 and 9. Very sweet, caring girls. Not much of a problem. Easy enough
Just stay with the children, while I run errands. Just need someone for back up

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$10–15/hr
Manchester, NH • 17 miles away

One time or part time sitter for energetic...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 6:30pm

It's me and my 3 yoson Timothy I need someone to take him fridays so I can work. His dad isn't in the picture and I dont get help so I can't afford more than 15 an hour tops
Play with him pick up a little make him lunch and snacks just hang with him for the day
South manchester by Crystal lake

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$35–40/hr
Bedford, MA • 23 miles away

Sitter to pick up middle school kid.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am (flexible)

We just moved to Bedford this year because our house in Lexington is in renovation. My kid is still in Lexington middle school.
Since we cannot take Lexington town school bus, we are looking for someone who can help to pick up my kid from school（2:50pm-3:00pm) and settle her up in Bedford house.

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$10–20/hr
Dracut, MA • 14 miles away

Part time babysitter needed

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello,
My name is Diana and I am a single mom with a 6 year old boy. Who is on the spectrum.

I would need someone to start at 2:30pm when he returns from school until 4:30-5:30 until I come from work. Also, half day availability. No meal prep needed just maybe reheating.
Position is for a... More

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$15–25/hr
Manchester, NH • 19 miles away

Flexible, Part-time position with Older Kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

Help us with the afterschool shuffle! This position will be the best fit for someone who enjoys hanging out with older kids and is also willing to help with small tasks around the house. Our girls are 12 & 14. They mainly need rides from school and to activities and help staying on schedule, but... More

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