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.

$10–22/hr
Albuquerque, NM • 15 miles away

I am an APS school Nurse

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Nyla is our beautiful baby girl born in September, she has already met her milestones for 2 months and is a joy to be around. She enjoys music, tummy time and picture books.
Care for her with open and loving arms, help her with teething. Provide a gentle energy with her.
Her mom will be returning to... More

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$12–18/hr
Albuquerque, NM • 16 miles away

Easy Babysitting Gig

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have two little ones that are very independent and loving. We do have two cats a lizard and three outdoor dogs.

I need someone most often to just spend time with them and get them to bed at a reasonable hour. Sometimes if it’s early making sure they are fed can be helpful.

In the future I may... More

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$18–22/hr
Albuquerque, NM • 17 miles away

Very part time sitter for baby

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

We are the Trujillo family! Myself, my partner, and my baby boy Adrian.
I work from home (small one bedroom apartment) as a therapist. Sometimes when I do groups, I can manage on my own. Other times, my family or partner help out. However, my format is such that I need some outside support. Care... More

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$15–25/hr
Albuquerque, NM • 15 miles away

Companion and driver for teenager

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Seeking a responsible and kind person to help me drive my 8th grade daughter to afternoon activities, sometimes hangout at the house or run a few errands between 3-6 pm while she's finished with school and I'm working.
Must have: Clean driving record, reliable & insured vehicle, optimistic... More

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$15–20/hr
Albuquerque, NM • 16 miles away

Part-time sitter for curious toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I'm a hospital specialist with Optum on location. I also have my 3-year-old daughter with me on assignment. She's very fun to be with and very polite.
I need the sitter to stay with her for 3-5 hours while I'm at the office Tue-Thur
We're currently at the Hotel across the street from Presbyterian... More

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$14–17/hr
Rio Rancho, NM • 6 miles away

Need a part-time sitter for an amazing kiddo!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00am - 10:00am (flexible)

Hello, we’re the Ayalas! My husband works for sandia national labs and I work for a company called higher cultures. Athena is in kindergarten and will turn 6 in May. We love playing, reading, doing art, going to the park, and lots of other fun things too!

I need a sitter every other week to watch... More

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$18–22/hr
Albuquerque, NM • 11 miles away

Part time sitter for two really cool boys

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I’m a single father of two beautiful boys. I’m 25, doing work in the insurance industry. My boys enjoy wrestling, cars, motorcycles, soccer, football, and movies and video games.

Make sure homework gets done, dinner is made and pajamas are on. Have them pick up after themselves.

I’m looking for... More

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$18–25/hr
Albuquerque, NM • 10 miles away

Part-time sitter for very energetic and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 4:00pm (flexible)

My husband and I have a busy 3 year old little boy and 3 dogs. We are a fun and loving family that need help when our son comes home from daycare at 1pm.
We would like for the sitter to pick up our son from daycare, and bring him home for at least 30 minutes of "quiet time". He doesn't nap at... More

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$14–20/hr
Rio Rancho, NM • 9 miles away

Par time sitter for a school age girl and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

We are a family of 4 with 2 pets(dogs).Partially new to town, no close family mom goes to nursing school full time and dad works from 5:30 to 2 pm.
I will need sitter to be a company for my girls on Fridays that I have a clinical class from 5:30 am and get them ready for school and drive them to... More

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$18–22/hr
Rio Rancho, NM • 9 miles away

part time sitter for two toddlers on occasion

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

simple, secure family. Its the girlfriends kids. a boy and a girl ages 6 and7.
watch them, give snacks, get them ready for bed which is to have them change into PJ's brush teeth and be in bed by 7:30 or 8PM

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$14–15/hr
Albuquerque, NM • 9 miles away

Part time for the year and full in the summer

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I need a caregiver to come in the evenings and when my son is out of school. The job is part time during the school year and full time in the summer. It will all revolve when he is not in school. I will need help with getting him off the bus and meal prep. He does have special needs but is still... More

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$15–20/hr
Albuquerque, NM • 15 miles away

Babysitter for 3 year old and infant

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

My name is Holly I am a 25 year old mother of a 3 year old girl and soon to be mom of another little girl. I also live with my boyfriend Luke who is 26.

I am in search for a sitter during weekdays for when I go back to work after having my second child. I would only need 3 days a week and just a... More

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$29–30/hr
Albuquerque, NM • 12 miles away

After school care help needed!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

In need of before and after school care for our two beautiful boy! Great side gig opportunity, and childcare experience, offering competitive rate.

Need help with picking up our kids from school. At home, will need help with giving the boys dinner and getting them ready for bed.

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$10–22/hr
Albuquerque, NM • 19 miles away

School pick up and drop off

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 8:30am (flexible)

I'm a nurse and a student. We have a live in sitter but she doesn't have a car at this time.
I need someone to drop off and pick up the kids before and after school
Kids will be ready to go and can just be dropped off at the house.
We live near Edward Gonzales school.
We live very close to both... More

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