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/hr
Buffalo, NY • 13 miles away

Child care worker for church nursery

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

Unitarian Universalist Church of Buffalo seeking a second child care worker for Sunday mornings and various other church activities.

Provide nurturing and developmentally appropriate care for infants and toddlers (to age 3). Ensure a safe environment for children, and allow parents to participate... More

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$27–31/hr
Tonawanda, NY • 18 miles away

Part-time sitter for 3 sweet, energetic kids

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We are a family of 5, 8 if you count the pets. Jayce is 11 and has a lot of interest in history and sports. Elle is 10 and loves to do crafts. Emmett is 5 and enjoys crafts and dancing. The parents, Alex and Brittany, are looking for an occasional sitter for date nights. The kids love to play... More

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$10–15/hr
Tonawanda, NY • 18 miles away

Full time sitter for a 6 month old little...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 4:30pm

Hi guys I’m a single mom in need of child care for my 6 month old she is just starting solids. I do have animals 2 dogs and two cats. Pretty easy to mange
I will need you too feed, change, and be able to put the baby down for naps. I will also need you to let the dogs outside and bring them back in... More

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$26–30/hr
Buffalo, NY • 14 miles away

Part-time sitter for sweet new born

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 12:00pm

Hello, we are a new family a three with a 2 month year old. We are also, new to Buffalo and need someone to help watch our son in the mornings starting 3 days a week with the possibility of more days in the future.
We need the sitter to play with him, change him, feed him and put him to bed. Taking... More

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$20–22/hr
Buffalo, NY • 9 miles away

Long-term, part-time sitter for two toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am

Hi! We’re are a young family looking for care for our very active children. We have a 1.5 year old daughter and a 3 year old son. Our kids love playing learning games, coloring, and playing outside. My son is starting a part time program and will need transportation to and from one day a week. I am... More

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$21–25/hr
Alden, NY • 8 miles away

Occasional sitter needed

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for occasional sitter for my 11 year old. She enjoys singing, slime, and playing outside.
Looking for a positive role model to spend quality time with my 11 year old

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$18–24/hr
Buffalo, NY • 11 miles away

Part time babysitter for 3 easygoing kids...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 5:30pm

We are a family of five with 3 kids aged 5, 3 and 14 months old. We have a bunny and goldfish for pets. Dad and mom work alternate shifts with mom doing remote work from home.
We have a 2 hour gap Monday and Thursday where I need someone to watch the kids till my husband gets home. They are... More

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$15–20/hr
East Amherst, NY • 14 miles away

Part time sitter for after school care

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for a part time baby sitter to come to our home to help watch my son after he gets off the bus from school. Both parents work from home so will have responsibility in helping with any school work, get a snack and light house work and help take care of child.

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$20–24/hr
Buffalo, NY • 11 miles away

Part time sitter for for elementary school...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have four kids between 6 to 9 and looking for some occasional sitters for them. Thanks!
Just keep an eye on them for a few hours, maybe read with them or help with homework.
We are in Amherst near Bassett Park

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$15–28/hr
Boston, NY • 15 miles away

Occasional sitter for sweet 18-month girl.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for occasional babysitting for date nights/when needed. 18 month old girl, loves to play with toys, household items and watching ms Rachel.

Would only need sitter to feed during mealtimes and possibly put to bed.

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$15–20/hr
Tonawanda, NY • 18 miles away

As-Needed Experienced Sitter for bright,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

SAHM who goes to my grandmothers 3x a week to assist her, my husband works almost 7 days a week, sometimes I, or we, need a break for a few hours to get other household chores, me time and the endless list of errands in during the week
Playing, make healthy balanced meals/snacks, possibly assisting... More

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$20–21/hr
East Amherst, NY • 14 miles away

Part time daytime sitter needed

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

2 kids some days only 1 some days bc one goes to school part time, !!!
Sitter just has to feed and keep kids entertained,
Located in Amherst, looking for daytime sitter

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$20–24/hr
Buffalo, NY • 6 miles away

Easy peesy 2 1/2 hours you will ever have.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi....I'm Jaime, my daughter is Gianna. She's 16 months old, crawling like crazy, just started to get more confident walking but not quite there yet. I have a doctor's appointment and Unfortunately I am unable to bring her. She is an easy child. You honestly will not have to do much.
Please be at my... More

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$22–26/hr
Eden, NY • 17 miles away

Helper needed for two cool kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 10:00am

My name is Jill and I am a divorced mother of two. I’m a travel nurse and need occasional help filling in the gaps with my children’s bus schedule an occasional activity transport.
Get kids on and off the bus and drive to sports or activity commitments
Days the days could vary however it would be a... More

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