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.

$20–25/hr
Allentown, PA • 23 miles away

Part-Time Sitter for Infant Boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am

Hello! We are a family of 3 looking for the perfect fit to help with our son. My tentative back to work date is November 4th and our little man will be about 10 weeks old when care starts.
We are looking for someone who has experience with infants. Basic feeding/changing/playing. Occasional laundry... More

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$19–22/hr
Far Hills, NJ • 25 miles away

Part-time sitter to pick up and take kids...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

Hi, We are looking for help for 2-3 hours for 2-3 days a week. The sitter would pick up the kids from school and drive them to class. Optionally, bring them home and give them some snacks. Looking for a trust worthy sitter who can provide references of previous work. Thanks. - Nihar

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$15–20/hr
Easton, PA • 8 miles away

Part-time sitter for 2 energetic boys and...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 4:30pm

My wife and I have been married for 5 years and we have 3 beautiful children. A 3.5 year old boy, a 14 month old boy and a 3 week old girl. I work from home full time and my wife is a stay at home mom. We are strong believers in gentle parenting and limiting screen time. We have dedicated playroom,... More

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$14–22/hr
Northampton, PA • 20 miles away

Sitter for 12 week old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 4:00pm

We are the Callam Family me and my husband have two kids one eleven year old and a 12 week old boy
Have a 12 week old newborn would need to prepare bottles for the baby burp the baby change diapers
Would need a sitter to start at 5:00am we're located in Northampton

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$18–22/hr
Allentown, PA • 23 miles away

Part time sitter for two school age children

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have two children ages 7 and 10. My son is in the fourth grade and my daughter is in first. My daughter is disabled and cannot walk or speak but she is very intelligent and happy
I just need help occasionally getting them off the bus and waiting for me or my partner to get home. I will also need... More

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

Part time sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello, looking for some one available to come make sure my son is up and gets on the bus in the morning.
Come over and make sure my son is awake, gets ready for school and gets on the bus

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$19–23/hr
Washington, NJ • 7 miles away

Part-time sitter for an energetic...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 9:30am (flexible)

Hello,
We are a small family of three and hope to find someone to assist us with getting our son dressed and ready for school.
Assist with getting our son dressed in the morning for school, making breakfast for our son, and waiting for the school bus. We would also require the sitter to walk with... More

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$10–14/hr
Wind Gap, PA • 15 miles away

Sitter for two wondeful kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Family of 3. My son is 7 and daughter is 5 . They both attend elementary school and love to cook, dance and play Minecraft .
Looking for a sitter for pick up and drop off at school 2 days a weeks Tuesday and wends 6am-8am and pick up will be at 6pm and they would need to be cared for until 12am.... More

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$15–25/hr
Doylestown, PA • 25 miles away

Part-Time nanny for two school-aged children

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 7:00pm

We are a family of 4 who enjoy crafting, bike riding, and board games! Our daughter has recently turned 9 and has started 4th grade. She enjoys dancing, field hockey, crafts, and reading. She is an absolute joy and loves to be goofy! Our son will soon be 5 and has started Pre-K 4. He is an active... More

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$17–25/hr
Forks Township, PA • 6 miles away

Amazing Twins Looking for a Sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 2:00pm (flexible)

Have two well behaved twin boys age 3. Who are potty trained. Just might need a reminder to use the bathroom. They play together and love games.
Just have the kids eat breakfast and have snacks. Play and interact with the kids as they love to do so.

Very flexible on the hours if need to leave... More

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$18–25/hr
Hellertown, PA • 14 miles away

Certified child care provider for an infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are an LGBT family, dad is transgender, other parent is nonbinary. Both of us are professors. We are first time parents who just gave birth to a beautiful baby girl.
We are looking for a sitter to look after an infant (currently one month old) while dad continues research, cares for the house,... More

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$20/hr
Port Murray, NJ • 13 miles away

Seeking a reliable driver for after school...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

Our busy family is looking for someone to assist in safely getting our kids (11yo and 15yo) to and from activities (soccer, scouts etc) during the week nights after 5pm. All rides are local and within 10-20 min of our home in LV. Hours and days can be flexible, will work with your schedule. Must... More

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$18–22/hr
Northampton, PA • 20 miles away

One time need for two energetic teens and...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 09/19 - 09/20

12:00am - Overnight

Im’m divorced. Occasionally I’m unable to get rid of a trip for work and need someone to take care of my two children Alex 13, and Abby 17. my Name is Harold.
Make kids dinner, drive them to school, baseball practice and band.When they are here there are two dogs who eat twice a day. My back yard... More

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$18–22/hr
Center Valley, PA • 19 miles away

Home in Center Valley needs help with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am

Family in Center Valley needs help with school drop offs (and optional after school care) for a 4th grader.
I need a baby sitter to drop my daughter off at the bus stop which is less than a block away within the community. Help with homework and light housekeeping would be helpful. Help in the... More

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