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.

$19–23/hr
Albany, NY • 21 miles away

ongoing sitter needed

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 11:00pm (flexible)

hi located in loudonville looking for help fri and sat nights for my 6 year old thank you
would like to have sitter while I'm at work thank you leave contact ..
located in Loudonville please leave contact for details

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$22–25/hr
Saratoga Springs, NY • 7 miles away

Energetic & Experienced Nanny needed on...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

The Family Concierge team is assisting this lovely family with their search for a responsible & loving caregiver for two 1.5 yr olds. The children need everyday care on Tues & Thursday 9am -4pm, feeding, changing diapers, play time, attending to nap times and encouraging the children thru their... More

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$19–23/hr
Latham, NY • 18 miles away

Part time for a 9 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30pm - 7:30pm

I have a little girl that is in elementary school, she needs assistance with schoolwork and eating her dinner and then going to bed.
Assist with homework, studying, eating dinner, bathing and going to bed
I need someone for the hours between 4:30pm to 7:00pm

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$15–20/hr
Troy, NY • 21 miles away

Weekly sitter for five month old baby....

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for care for our very sweet 5 month old baby. We will usually be home but may run out for an errand

Looking for a mother's helper. Someone to spend time with our baby while mother takes care of other tasks.

Schedule could be flexible. Just a few hours, one day a week

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$20–25/hr
Glens Falls, NY • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter for two toddler age children

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello - I have three girls (ages 7,4, and 2). They love coloring, dressing up, and playing kitchen.
I work from home and occasionally need some help (mainly in the mornings) watching my two youngest daughters. This would likely be one day a week.

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$19–23/hr
Albany, NY • 20 miles away

Part-time sitter for one funny toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

2 year old boy, me and my husband living together in Colonie area. Our little one is very friendly and funny.
Giving meal/snack (we prepare), playing together, reading, potty training
After daycare, 2 hours a day will be perfect for us.

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$12–15/hr
Ballston Spa, NY • Less than a mile

Occassional, fill-in sitter for friendly...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi there, I'm looking for some help with caring for my granddaughter while I work (in-home) for days when she is not able to attend her usual daycare (for closings, sick days, etc.). I live in a 2 story house in Malta and we have one cat that mostly keeps to herself. We have a medium sized fenced... More

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$19–23/hr
Melrose, NY • 17 miles away

We want YOU! Part time temp sitter needed...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hey there! My partner and i recently had a baby and are currently in the process of transitioning her into care. This position is temporary however would provide a huge relief for my working family!
Baby sit a 6 month old from Tuesday - Thursday. 8am until 5pm. Work with Reign on tummy time, and... More

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$18–25/hr
Albany, NY • 21 miles away

Part-time nanny for two children ages 6...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

Hello! We live in North Colonie and have 2 children ages 6 (first grade) and 4 (preK).
Minimum hours needed would be before (7-9am) and after care (3-5pm) 3 days a week, with potential to increase the number of hours up to three 10 hour days if desired. Candidate would need to have their own car in... More

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$18–22/hr
Glens Falls, NY • 24 miles away

Part time sitter / Daycare for an...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

HI my name is Ashley and my husbands name is Bryce and we have our beautiful little girl Elliana who is currently 15 months old.
We are looking for a sitter/day care that is one - two days a week to start with and later down the road three - four days.
We live in glens falls New York. Bryce’s... More

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$18–19/hr
Latham, NY • 18 miles away

Part-Time Sitter - Weekly

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

Hi! We're a family of 4 with 2 dogs. The kids are b/g twins and are 4 years old. We have an older senior small dog chihuahua and a 9 month half shepherd mix.
I need the sitter to help with the twins 3 days a week from 1-5. The kids go to school from 8-1. My husband picks them up from school, so I... More

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$18–25/hr
Albany, NY • 23 miles away

Temporary and on-call babysitters needed

5+ children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

A New England Nanny is seeking temporary and on call sitters for our temporary babysitting program. If you are looking for a flexible schedule this is the job for you!

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Salary: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee assistance program
Flexible... More

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$10–14/hr
Ballston Spa, NY • Less than a mile

Sitter for active 7 year old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My daughter is a single mother to a very active 7 year old. They live in Ballston Spa. He needs someone who has alot of energy.
Looking for someone for occasional Sundays from about 10:30am until anywhere between 4 and 9pm. More likely is 4.

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$19–50/hr
Mechanicville, NY • 10 miles away

Part time sitters for my 2 kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I need babysitter to drop off my 2 kids to school every morning. My son is 13 years old and goes to Koda middle school, he needs to be at school by 7:55am. My daughter is 10 years old and goes to Arongen elementary school. She needs to be there 7:50-8. The two schools are 5 mins away from each... More

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