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.

$10–15/hr
Merrick, NY • 18 miles away

8-5 for 20 month old daughter.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00pm - 5:00am (flexible)

I am currently looking for a nanny to watch my 20 month old daughter. I am looking for an energetic and responsible nanny that will keep her safe at home from 8-5. The responsibility will include participating in play time, feedings, nap time, and cleaning up after my daughter.

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$25–33/hr
Roslyn Heights, NY • 22 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Toddler on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 8:00am (flexible)

We seek a babysitter for our toddler, starting on January 7, 2025. The schedule includes Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, from 3:00 PM to 8:30 AM. The babysitter prepares meals and snacks, assists with bedtime, and maintains a safe environment. They must have their own car for emergencies. The ideal... More

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$19–23/hr
Kings Park, NY • 11 miles away

Caring, Experienced Babysitter Needed...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Seeking a responsible, experienced babysitter for our
2 1/2 year old girl. Must be able to change diapers (and potentially help with potty training), and be comfortable feeding child and putting child to sleep. Child is energetic and expressive. Sitter is needed weekly on Friday or Saturday... More

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$18–23/hr
Commack, NY • 8 miles away

Occasional date nights for our 2 girls

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

2 loving girls need an engaging babysitter for occasional date nights and sometimes a few hours in the weekend.

Engaging with our girls with games and any activities or the occasional movie. Make sure they eat their food.

After 5pm during weekdays and flexible in the weeken

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$22–26/hr
Seaford, NY • 15 miles away

Caring babysitter needed for toddler, meal...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a babysitter for our toddler starting on January 9, 2025, with flexible scheduling. Preferably Monday, Wednesday and Friday and occasionally weekends. The sitter will help with toilet training, prepare meals and snacks, and ensure a safe and engaging environment. The sitter will play, read,... More

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$24–28/hr
Franklin Square, NY • 24 miles away

Sitter/House Manager Needed in Franklin...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Our family is looking for a permanent after-school nanny/house manager for our four children ages, ages 9, 8, 4 and 1 to start as soon as possible. We are looking to guarantee anywhere between 20-30 hours a week depending on the nanny's needs. We are generally looking for care Monday through... More

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$12–25/hr
Sayville, NY • 7 miles away

Occasional sitting -10 year old and 20...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need someone occasionally for our 20 months old son for sick days and for 10 year old son on school holidays.
So, we need a lovely babysitter to call in need on sick days, holidays or any date nights. We do not have a schedule; it is an occasional sitting to call and ask availability when we... More

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$22–25/hr
Massapequa, NY • 14 miles away

Occasional Sitter for our two fun little...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We are a loving family of 4 living in Massapequa. We have two very fun and energetic little boys. Our oldest turned 5 at the end of September and just started Kindergarten this year! Our younger son just turned 3 in August and also just started preschool in September!

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$25–29/hr
Roslyn Heights, NY • 22 miles away

Part-Time Babysitter for Two Children,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a babysitter for two children ages preschool and elementary. The start date is flexible, starting on January 13, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM Tuesdays, 2:00 PM to 7:30 PM Wednesdays; 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM Thursdays and 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM Fridays. Responsibilities include driving the kids,... More

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$25–30/hr
Huntington, NY • 14 miles away

Part time sitter for two children

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Family of four looking for a part time sitter to care for our 9 and 6 year old children. We love crafting, playing dolls and dinosaurs .

Pick up from school, light snack, homework, tidy play spaces after playing. Monthly late nights during which dinner will need to be provided. Off when kids are... More

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$23–26/hr
Williston Park, NY • 23 miles away

Part-time sitter for 3 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 6:30pm

We are looking for an afterschool sitter for our energetic and fun 3-year-old son. Looking for someone who is engaging, creative, and responsible. Prior experience with toddlers is a plus. The schedule is flexible, but ideally MWF 1:30 to 6:30.

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$16–20/hr
Westbury, NY • 19 miles away

Looking for an occasional in home sitter...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My name is Almaz. I am a mother to three lovely girls. I’m in need of an occasional sitter for date nights and for work.

I typically have food pre prepared. Some light cleaning up after the kids which is mainly putting toys away and washing after their dishes.

I am a makeup artist so I... More

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$12–25/hr
Sayville, NY • 7 miles away

Occasional sitting -20 months old and 10...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

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

Part-time sitter for three fun loving...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

Cute family of 5, husband works in our village, mother works in the city, we have two boys (10 & 5yr old) and one girl (7 yr old) all children go to school in the village
Need someone to pick up children from school (two different schools 1/2 mile apart); do homework; bring to activities when... More

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