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.

$15–18/hr
Bronx, NY • 21 miles away

After school sitter needed for spunky toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm

Hello! I'm looking for someone trustworthy, attentive and dependable to pick my son up from the bus at 3:30pm Tues-Thurs. The bus drop off is right in front of the apartment. I work in Manhattan until 4pm and should be home around 5:30/6pm on those days. My son is currently in Pre-K and is so... More

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$23–27/hr
Scarsdale, NY • 12 miles away

Part-time sitter for an energetic...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for a long term committed sitter for pick up and after school care, drop off for activities, possibly light housekeeping. 2-3 references….Spanish speaking is a plus. CPR, First Aid……Clean driving record

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$23–27/hr
Darien, CT • 24 miles away

Darien family looking for after-school and...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am

Hi, we're a family of 5, plus a kind (and lazy) black lab. The kids are 15, 13, 10 and 10.
We're looking for help after school on Thursdays and Fridays, as well as weekend help. While the kids are mostly self-sufficient, they do need some help with rides, light meal prep, and very light... More

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$18–35/hr
New York, NY • 23 miles away

Steady weekend babysitter for loveable 8...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! Our son is an energetic 8 year old who has high functioning autism. He is highly intelligent, has lots of energy, and has a great sense of humor. He has challenges at times regulating his behavior and needs someone who can remain calm in those instances and navigate the situations smoothly, so... More

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$10–12/hr
New York, NY • 20 miles away

Part time sitter for a toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My name is Juani and I have a toddler boy. Hes very loving and playful.
Just make sure he eats and is safe. Pick up from daycare on some occasions throughout the weekday and some weekends full days according to my work

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

After school sitter for 3 & 5 year old girls

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for someone to pick up our 3 & 5 year old girls from school, take them to after-school activities and have fun with them! Mon-Fri, 3-6pm; Columbus Circle area.

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$13–16/hr
Bronx, NY • 18 miles away

A nanny on call for 2 well behaved toddlers.

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/06

7:30am - 12:30pm (flexible)

We are a family of 3 with a new addition coming in December. I have 2 girls 5 & 7. They’re very independent and well behaved loving girls.
I am due in December and I will need a sitter for my 2 girls. I need someone care to care for my girls while I’m in the hospital which includes preparing meals... More

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$23–30/hr
Chappaqua, NY • 10 miles away

After school sitter for 8th grade girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 5:30pm

Hi, we're in the Westchester area and looking for someone to greet our 8th grade daughter off the bus 4 days a week. We're looking a vibrant sitter who can ideally also help with 8th grade level homework. A car is a must to cover nearby after school drop offs/pick ups to activities.

Our daughter... More

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$23–25/hr
Chappaqua, NY • 10 miles away

Busy family with older boys needs help...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

15 yo twins and a 12 yo. Full time working parents. Kids are independent but we need help with getting to activities. Occasional chores such as small market runs or package drop offs may also be requested. All local.
Also need assistance preparing dinner, keeping kitchen clean, laundry and making... More

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$20–24/hr
Astoria, NY • 24 miles away

Part time nanny 2 days per week for after...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello all we are looking for a nanny to start in September. We have 2 kids in school someone that drives and can do pick ups at 2:30pm and stay till about 6pm.

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$23–27/hr
West Harrison, NY • 12 miles away

Morning care sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

Mom and Dad are teachers in the Bronx.
Son goes to school -just turned 4
Daughter goes 2 days a week- will be 3 in July.
Both potty trained.
Make breakfast.
Get them ready for school
They will then be picked up

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$22–28/hr
River Edge, NJ • 14 miles away

Part Time Evening Nannying For 2 Children!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for a long term evening sitter for our children (ages 6 and 11 years old). The responsibilities include routine child care, school pick up, drive (pick & drop) lessons, helping with bath and bedtime routines, meal preparation and light housekeeping related to the children (including... More

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$15/hr
New York, NY • 18 miles away

Single mum looking for sitters in Inwood

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello,

Single Mummy is looking for sitters in the area to be able to go to work :)
Leandro is 2years1/2 he speaks 3 languages and goes to the daycare.

I am an actress and I have always last minute job/schedule.
I might need to leave home as early as 4am or comeback as late as 4am. Each job... More

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$15–18/hr
Wood Ridge, NJ • 20 miles away

Part time sitter at times when looking to...

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 10/30 - 10/31

10:30pm - 3:30am (flexible)

My children are Very respectful my children are easy to get along with and follow directions without issues very loving children

To care for the children put them to bed an monitor them while at the home

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