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.

$21–25/hr
Woodbury, NJ • 24 miles away

Looking for before and after school help...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 6:00pm

I have a 11 year and 8 year old. My youngest is adhd/odd and sensory processing
I need someone to watch them 7am till drop off at school 830 and then pickup at 3pm and watch till 530
We are in woodbury and go to school at West End.

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$21–25/hr
Pitman, NJ • 21 miles away

Weekend Sitter for 3 Energetic Kiddos

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My wife and I have 7 kids, but need regular weekend childcare for 3 of the youngest: 7 year old twins and their rambunctious 4 year old brother.
Our regular weekend sitter is moving on, and we are seeking a sitter to take our 7 year old twin boys and their 4 year old brother out every Saturday for... More

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$16–20/hr
Ridley Park, PA • 19 miles away

16-20$nanny for our 3 month old girlie bear!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 6:00pm

New parents looking for a baby loving nanny.
Baby girl is always smiling and easy to handle thus far
Baby care and supporting development milestones.
Baby room cleaning, baby meal prep

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$21–25/hr
Kennett Square, PA • 18 miles away

Sitter 4 days a week Monday Wednesday...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi mom dad baby 2 French bulldogs baby 6 months need care in home for son naps bottles fun reading
Daily care bottle naps play read books love care learn want soft caring person to take care of son

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$18–22/hr
Elkton, MD • 18 miles away

Part-time babysitter for 2 energetic boys!

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a blended family. Mom (Corrine) with 2 boys, Malaki & Mavrick. Ages 4 & 2. Step dad (Demetrius). We also have a dog named Parker. He’s very friendly and good with people.

We are looking to find someone who can babysit the boys every Sunday starting at 5pm until 11:30pm. Boys will need... More

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$10–16/hr
Bear, DE • 10 miles away

Part time sitter only on sundays for My...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a small family living in the house my mom and sister with her two kids. Then my son will be your only responsibility we are very friendly and welcoming.
I need some supervision for my one year old day care are not open on weekends. a 12hr shift 5am - 5pm
Only on sundays in the bear location

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$21–25/hr
Media, PA • 20 miles away

Part time sitter for an energetic 3 years...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Parent of 3 years old child, we have a full time au pair but need extra day care from time to time.

Sitter would need to play with our daughter, feed her, give her a bath and put her to bed.

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$15–20/hr
Philadelphia, PA • 22 miles away

Part time sitter three lovely children

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 6:30pm

We are a strong family of four, made up of me, the proud mother, and my three wonderful children. Our household is also home to two fluffy cats that add even more joy to our lives.
The ideal candidate should have a reliable vehicle with a clean driving record to pick up children from school, assist... More

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$20–30/hr
Mount Royal, NJ • 20 miles away

Part time morning sitter for 3 kids!

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! We are looking for a sitter for twin 4 year old girls and one 8 year old boy to get them ready in the morning and walk to the bus stop down the street.
We need the sitter to wake up the kids, get them dressed, give them breakfast, and brush their teeth.
Sitter should walk the kids to the bus... More

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$15–25/hr
Clifton Heights, PA • 22 miles away

Part time sitter for a 4 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

A family of 3 mom, dad and child . I need care occasionally,date nights and even if available overnight or weekends care for when we need a weekend trip
Light house keeping, preparing food depending on day or time .Help with shower

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$10–15/hr
Wilmington, DE • 10 miles away

Urgently seeking Sitter for 2 funny fun...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Busy working night Mama, working 10hr shifts at Amazon then Nail school right after. Indeed of aSitter on a complicated Schedule. Bonus offered every other month if you can stay with us past 3 months. ??

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$20–21/hr
Newtown Square, PA • 24 miles away

After school pickup and sitter for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

Hi I'm Katie! My husband and I work from home and have a preschool daughter and an elementary school daughter, we live in Newtown Square.

We need help with picking our preschooler up from school and bringing her home and hanging out with her while we finish working. Also walking her older sister... More

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$20–21/hr
Glenolden, PA • 22 miles away

Occasional sitter for 3 low maintenance...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello we are a family of 7 and a dog. We are only looking for care for 3 children ages 4,10months and 6 months.
The children are down at 7 so mostly just an adult in the house while we are out. They will more than likely be asleep the entire time.

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$20–21/hr
Wilmington, DE • 8 miles away

Full time sitter for energetic 7 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00pm - 6:00am (flexible)

I need a sitter to sit with my son while I am at work I work overnight hours and i would just request help with preparing snacks for him

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