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.

$20–22/hr
Randolph, NJ • 22 miles away

Long term Nanny who is reliable and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:30am - 5:30pm

Family with baby and 2 pups looking for reliable nanny who can care for our child.
Nanny has to manage baby- feed, bathe, clean and play. Take walks, prep her meals, laundry for baby and family as well as wash bottles and pump parts.

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$22–23/hr
Long Valley, NJ • 16 miles away

Sitter for Twin 6 year olds

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 5:00pm

Loving family with twins (boy/girl, almost 6) a dog and kitten. Son has ADHD.
Afterschool help with kids, getting them off the bus, providing snack, and playing with them until we get home.
Husband and I are teachers, will have off for school holidays but may be needed for longer times if the kids... More

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$20–22/hr
Randolph, NJ • 22 miles away

Part-Time/ Per Diem sitter for 2 kids (12m...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We have 2 little ones- Eliana is 20 months and Michael is 8 months. They are so so sweet!!
We are looking for someone to come 2-3 times a month to help with the kids while mom is at work & dad works remotely at home. Only a few hours of the day and just to help with putting together toddlers... More

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$10–20/hr
Blairstown, NJ • Less than a mile

Part time care for 7 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

Looking for someone to car for a 7 year old boy before and after school

Prepare lunch and breakfast put child on bus and take off of bus do homework

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$18–27/hr
Bangor, PA • 14 miles away

Part-time sitter for 2 month old.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

My husband and I are looking for a part time sitter for our newborn. I work mostly evenings and would need someone then.

Help out with child care. Provide assistance with intake and bathing needs. No house work needed.

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$18–22/hr
Analomink, PA • 15 miles away

Part time sitter for one super energetic 2...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 7:00pm (flexible)

Family of 4 looking for a great personality for some daily assistance with our 2 year old.
Watch over our 2 year old and assist with keeping her busy. She's a fast one!
Open schedule as of right now. Stay at home mom needs a break to handle other things in the home right now. First day care didn't... More

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$15–22/hr
Martins Creek, PA • 19 miles away

Part time sitter for one energetic pre...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

Looking for a nanny for Wednesday and Friday 9 -5

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$18–20/hr
Port Murray, NJ • 14 miles away

Part-time Sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

We’re looking for a loving, energetic sitter for our two sweet girls. We have a vivacious, creative, loving 3 year old and an on the move 8 month old. Must be comfortable with babies.

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$16–17/hr
Andover, NJ • 10 miles away

Sitter for an almost 4 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 2:30pm

I have an almost 4 year old. That goes to preschool for 4 hours of the day. He would need to be brought to and home from the stop. A snack and lunch prepared.i work from home two days a week, i need assistance during that time and the other two days.
Engage/play with child.
Give... More

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$17–21/hr
Canadensis, PA • 23 miles away

Get son on bus

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 7:30am (flexible)

Looking for someone to get my son on the bus in the mornings. You don’t need to do much just make sure he doesn’t get sidetracked
Looking for someone to get my son on the bus in the mornings. You don’t need to do much just make sure he doesn’t get sidetracked

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$22–26/hr
Oldwick, NJ • 22 miles away

Party time baby sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Giving birth in January! Looking for an occasional babysitting for weddings etc

Regular tasks-Feed the baby, put the baby to sleep.
I may request someone to come with me to an event with the baby.

I have a large dog.

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$17–21/hr
Tannersville, PA • 20 miles away

Every other Saturday 6am to 12 pm shift...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family of two kids both parents work one day and one night. Looking for someone to cover every other Saturday from 6am to 12 noon. Type 1 diabetes experience a plus.

Morning routine, wake up breakfast, brush teeth and an activity of choice.

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$18–25/hr
Hackettstown, NJ • 10 miles away

Part-time sitter for the cutest 4 month...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 2:00pm

We have a 4 month old girl that just needs attention and stimulation/routine 1 day a week while we’re at work
Stimulate/educate our child and keep herin her routine for healthy growth

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$10–18/hr
Andover, NJ • 10 miles away

Looking for a dependable babysitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are seeking a responsible and caring babysitter for our 1 year old baby boy. Responsibilities includes providing attentive and loving care for our baby boy, changing diapers and assisting with feeding, engaging in age-appropriate activities and playtime,
and putting the baby to bed following... More

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