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.

$25–35/hr
Garrison, NY • 14 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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$22–28/hr
Poughkeepsie, NY • 20 miles 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 • 19 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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$10–20/hr
Bear Mountain, NY • 14 miles away

Babysitting for 5 year old boy. Sweet...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 2:00pm

Family of 3 with a 5 year old autistic male child. Looking for someone to sit on a semi-regular basis
Keep an eye on child with autism. Light cooking and potty help. Need early start hours.

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$21–25/hr
Highland, NY • 18 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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$20–24/hr
Putnam Valley, NY • 17 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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$10–15/hr
New City, NY • 24 miles away

After School care, with pickups

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Single mom of a very energetic funny preschooler. We both have fun personalities, with lots of love to share.

Main role is after school care, no homework help. Looking to just have fun with structured routine.

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$21–25/hr
Hopewell Junction, NY • 19 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 • 24 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 • 4 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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$15–16/hr
Howells, NY • 16 miles away

Looking for a part-time babysitter.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Please be comfortable with dogs, we have 2, one senior and one bigger boy.
Looking for someone loving, patient and active to watch my 13 month. You would handle nap time, meals and snacks. Please also be cpr/bls certified.
No set schedule yet but someone who can be available with 2-3 days notice... More

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$23–30/hr
Croton on Hudson, NY • 22 miles away

After school care for a 5 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30am - 7:30am

We are a family of 4. Looking for someone to watch after our 5 y/o after school. Picking up from the bus and feeding him snack and possibly dinner
Pick up from bus, take care until work ends. Older child (11 y/o), but will be in activities most of the time

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$23–27/hr
New City, NY • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter for my 16 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi there! We’re the Galante family. I’m Kim, mom to our lively little guy, Luke. At 16 months old, he’s already showing off his independent, silly, and adventurous side. Every day with him is a new adventure, full of giggles and exploration.We believe in fostering Luke's natural curiosity and... More

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$15/hr
Poughkeepsie, NY • 20 miles away

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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