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
Manchester, VT • 22 miles away

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Babysitter needed for 8 month old infant

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 02/16

8:00am - 5:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting on February 16, 2025. The hours are from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The sitter provides attentive care, ensuring safety and comfort. Responsibilities include feeding, changing diapers, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. The ideal candidate... More

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$18–22/hr
Glens Falls, NY • 17 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 7:30pm

We are looking for a dependable babysitter for our toddler. The job starts on February 11, 2025, and runs Monday through Friday from 3:30 PM to 7:00 PM. Responsibilities include safely driving to activities, preparing meals and snacks, helping with toilet training, and managing bedtime routines. The... More

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$20–24/hr
Ballston Spa, NY • 19 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Three Children, Must...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a babysitter for three children aged preschool and middle school. The schedule starts on February 21, 2025, but the start date is flexible. The babysitter will supervise, engage in play, assist with homework, and prepare simple meals. The role includes keeping the children safe, encouraging... More

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$10–20/hr
Clifton Park, NY • 22 miles away

Seeking Reliable Babysitter for Elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for two children, ages preschool and elementary. The schedule is flexible but will begin on February 3, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday. The sitter will drive the children, assist with homework, and prepare meals and snacks. A valid driver's... More

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$13–16/hr
Clifton Park, NY • 22 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for our infant starting on February 10, 2025. The babysitter will provide safe, attentive supervision, feed the child, change diapers, and engage in age-appropriate activities. Experience with multiple infants is essential. The caregiver must have their own car... More

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$15–24/hr
Clifton Park, NY • 22 miles away

Caring Babysitter for Infant Needed with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

We seek a dependable babysitter for an infant, starting March 3, 2025, with a flexible start date. You will work Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Responsibilities include caring for the child, providing sick care, driving to activities, running errands, and performing light laundry and... More

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$18–22/hr
Troy, NY • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter starting on March 1, 2025, with a flexible start date. The sitter will care for one toddler from 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday. Responsibilities include ensuring the child’s safety, preparing meals, engaging in playtime, and meeting daily needs. The sitter must... More

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$20–24/hr
Burnt Hills, NY • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infants and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a babysitter to care for our two children, an infant and an elementary school student, starting on or after January 31, 2025. The candidate must be comfortable with pets and have experience caring for multiple children. Responsibilities include helping with homework, preparing... More

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$21–30/hr
Arlington, VT • 17 miles away

Morning caregiver needed for 2 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a babysitter for a toddler for Feb 18 and 19. The schedule is flexible, starting at 8:30 AM and ending at 1:00 PM. The babysitter cares for one child, my two year old son. We’re hoping that someone will play with him, read to him, get him outside for fresh air and prepare snack and lunch. I... More

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$10–12/hr
Glens Falls, NY • 17 miles away

Sitter needed for two loving and energetic...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 2:30pm (flexible)

I have 2 boys ages 5 and 8 who are absolutely wonderful. Their father and I are not currently together and haven’t been for several years so I’ve been doing it on my own. I finally have gotten to a point in my life where I can financially support us and will now need a babysitter

I would ask that... More

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$24–28/hr
Burnt Hills, NY • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter for Two Infants Needed...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We seek a babysitter for our two infants starting on March 1, 2025, with a flexible start date. The schedule is Monday, Tuesday, and Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Responsibilities include caring for the infants, preparing meals and snacks, playing, and maintaining a safe environment. The... More

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$10–11/hr
Glens Falls, NY • 17 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a reliable babysitter for our two elementary-aged children starting February 11, 2025, with a flexible start date. The ideal candidate has experience with special needs children and drives their own car. Responsibilities include safely transporting the children to activities, preparing meals... More

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$22–25/hr
Cohoes, NY • 24 miles away

Occasional Sitter Needed for Infant

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We’re seeking a loving and reliable sitter for our sweet, happy 7 mo old daughter. Prior experience with infants is required. The ideal person will ensure a safe and nurturing environment, meet all basic needs and engage in enrichment play such as reading, music, movement, etc. Our schedule is very... More

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$17–24/hr
Hudson Falls, NY • 16 miles away

Sitter/Nanny before and after school hours

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a part time caregiver/nanny for 3 children in Hudson Falls during the work week. Hours would be before and after school hours. Primary responsibilities will be ensuring children get on bus and caring for them after school (including homework and transportation to/from any... More

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