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.

$21–30/hr
Dover Plains, NY • 17 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a reliable babysitter for two children, ages toddler and preschool. The start date is December 26, 2024, but this is flexible. You will play with the children, prepare light snacks, and ensure their safety. You will help with basic learning activities and maintain a clean play area. Please... More

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$25–35/hr
Garrison, NY • 23 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Young Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 8:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for two children, ages infant and toddler, starting March 1, 2025. Work hours are Monday through Friday, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The sitter prepares meals and snacks, manages bedtime routines, and performs light laundry and housekeeping. The ideal candidate has a car,... More

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$21–30/hr
Clinton Corners, NY • 14 miles away

Active tight-knit family looking for an...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi! We are an active family with 3 young kids looking for extra hands after school!

We are looking for a mother’s helper to join our team! After school activities, meal prep and help managing 3 active kiddos.

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$16–21/hr
Pleasant Valley, NY • 6 miles away

M-F 8:30am-12:30pm sitter needed!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 12:30pm (flexible)

Hello! I'm a 21 Year old first time mom who moved to the area from Ohio. Me and my boyfriend are searching for a sitter to help us out!

We just need basic baby care and enrichment for our 7 month old. (She'll be 7 months by the start date, she is 5 months now.)

We only ask that you stay from... More

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$22–28/hr
Poughkeepsie, NY • 1 mile away

Part-Time Sitter for 2 Boys!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a babysitter for after school care for our 2 boys (2 and 5). Our little guys are love arts and crafts,
games and playing with their toys. They are curious, kind and funny. We are looking for a reliable caretaker to develop a long term relationship with our family.
Daily... More

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$21–25/hr
New Paltz, NY • 10 miles away

Weekday Infant Care 3 days/week

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am looking for a few hours of regular help with taking care of my infant daughter (born Sept 2024) on weekday afternoons, and on occasion date nights and weekends. My husband and I both work from home. He is a college professor, I am a filmmaker. We are new parents so we are still figuring this... More

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$21–25/hr
Highland, NY • 5 miles away

M-F sitter for 3 month old. Also have 2 dogs

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 4:30pm

My husband and I work full time and we have 2 loving dogs. I work as a social worker and my husband is a mechanic.
Bottle feed the baby, wash bottles, change diapers/ outfits, wash baby clothes, let dogs outside in pen throughout day

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$13–20/hr
Pleasant Valley, NY • 6 miles away

Occasional center for teenage girl

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My daughter is 14 and requires supervision while I'm at work it's an easy job as she is 14 years old can take care of herself just needs adult supervision due to unfortunate set of circumstances thank you

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$20–24/hr
Putnam Valley, NY • 22 miles away

After school care for one kid

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

I work full time so looking for After school care for my daughter. she is 11 years old with cerebral palsy
Give her after school snack, bring her to bathroom, play music that she likes

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$21–25/hr
Hopewell Junction, NY • 11 miles away

Sitter for excited 10 month old!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for a sitter for my 10-month-old when needed.

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$19–20/hr
High Falls, NY • 14 miles away

Friday care for 2-year old girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am (flexible)

Hi there,

We are a family with a 2-year old girl and a 7-year old boy (he is in school and doesn’t need care). We are a close family and love laughing and being outside together.
We are looking for someone to care for our 2-year old on Fridays while we are at work, from 8:30am-3:30pm. We’d... More

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$20–25/hr
New Windsor, NY • 18 miles away

Part-time sitter for delightful 7mo girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We're a family of four. Dad is a middle school teacher and Mom works from home. We have a rambunctious 3yo boy and welcomed a baby girl in May 2024.
We're looking for a mother's helper for 1-2 days a week for our 7mo daughter while Mom works from home.
We're looking for help in our home in New... More

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$15/hr
Poughkeepsie, NY • Less than a mile

Part time sitter for a beautiful baby girl.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

My 1 year old is active and lovable. She is fun and she just needs someone to watch her for a few hours a day.

I would prefer someone who has a car but if not it’s okay. I get off at 2 and don’t get back before my husband has to work.

I don’t mind if she stays in the house or if you would... More

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$18–25/hr
Stone Ridge, NY • 18 miles away

Part-time sitter for sensitive creative 3...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! We have a toddler who turned 3 in September. He is creative, kind, highly verbal, loves to run, and very shy. His dad works from home, and his mom teaches in person. We emphasize giving our son space to make good choices, compassionate communication, and supporting his physical and... More

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