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.

$15–25/hr
Richboro, PA • 9 miles away

Richboro family with occasional sitter need

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have 2 daughters 8 and 6. Once or twice a month on average we need someone to be with them in the evening while we attend work functions, satisfy volunteer opportunities, etc. This is in- home help only, no transporting. Both are well behaved and as easy to take care of as any 8 and 6 year old... More

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$10–13/hr
Willingboro, NJ • 10 miles away

Babysitter, 9am to 5pm (6 month old)

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

Lovely family of 8 (soon to be 9), who needs an extra hand with the little one, while we are at work and kids are at school.
We are looking for a sitter who respects our household (no smoking, cursing, etc). Someone who can take care of a 6 month old: change diapers, feeding, burping, tummy time,... More

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$20–24/hr
Cherry Hill, NJ • 21 miles away

Part time sitter for a 4 month old

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Emily/mom is a nurse and Jeremy/dad is a teacher/student. Emmett is 10 years old and we have 50/50 custody. Alana is almost 4 months old and looking for a sitter when mom and dad's schedules collide. We have an energetic dog named Pepper who can stay in the basement and does not need care while we... More

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$15–22/hr
Philadelphia, PA • 22 miles away

Part time sitter who enjoys swimming

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

My son has a medical diagnosis of Williams Syndrome. He is 20 years old, extremely friendly and polite. I am looking for someone to help him practice/learn both educational concepts and life skills. Also need someone to be a companion and help him engage in play skills (playing board games,... More

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$18–20/hr
Philadelphia, PA • 23 miles away

Part-time sitter for an lively 10-month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

We're a new family in Queen Village. Both of us work from home in some capacity. Our son is adorable and energetic, but he's up early in the morning in a way that is difficult for both of us to manage.

We need someone to help out some mornings in the week and possibly more hours to add on later.... More

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$18–22/hr
Lawnside, NJ • 23 miles away

Transportation for 4 year old.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

Hello! We are a family of 3 in Lawnside, New Jersey. I travel for work and my spouse is disabled.
We would need daily transportation for our 4 year old Grandson to and from school daily. We will provide the appropriate car seat/ booster seat. It is not an 8 hour job but we will pay for 2 hours... More

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$10–17/hr
Bordentown, NJ • 8 miles away

Part time Nanny for toddler

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Nanny needed for 2 and 1/2 year old son while mom works from home approximately 4 hours in the morning until naptime. Our family requires someone who is energetic, dependable, patient, and nurturing. Light meal prep for snacks, breakfast and lunch. Would love daily outdoor play (weather dependent),... More

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$22–30/hr
Fort Washington, PA • 19 miles away

Part-time Sitter to help 3 Kiddo's get to...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for a sitter to help us get the kids ready for school, and drive them to daycare!

As a start, we just need coverage Mon and Tues mornings from about 8-9:30. We may also occasionally need some coverage in the evenings, and could add some time for light housecleaning or help if interested.... More

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$20–25/hr
Colmar, PA • 22 miles away

Part time sitter needed for 1 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi sitters! My husband and I are looking for a regular sitter for our 14 month old son. We both work from home and our needs vary depending on my schedule. We are hoping to find someone comfortable with a flexible schedule who does not require a set amount of hours per week.

We are looking for... More

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$15–20/hr
Philadelphia, PA • 22 miles away

Backup/Emergency Care in Northern Liberties

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have two children, aged 7 and 9, who may be in need of emergency/backup or sick care during the school year.

I am looking for someone who can be available regularly in need of emergencies, located close to home around Northern Liberties. Please get in touch if you fit the description.

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$25–35/hr
Philadelphia, PA • 22 miles away

Afterschool sitter, Center City to...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Professional mother looking for an after school sitter who can help with the pickup of two kids aged 7&9. Pickup in Center City, and home in Northern Liberties.

Looking for help 3-5 days of the week (flexible) between 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tasks include supervising homework/educational activities... More

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$20–24/hr
Philadelphia, PA • 22 miles away

Long Term - Driving to and from school

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 10:00am (flexible)

We live in old city and our daughter, Tanya, goes to McCall. We want someone to pick Tanya up from school and drop her off at home.

I want help picking up my daughter from school and dropping off at home for the remaining school year.

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$20–24/hr
Princeton, NJ • 16 miles away

Before & After School Help for 10 & 12 yr...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

We are a family of four with two working parents. We are looking for help with our two girls on the days mom and dad both need to be in the office. We also have a lovable doodle dog.

Specifically looking for before and after school help. Mornings would be overseeing the morning routine - waking... More

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$17–19/hr
Phila, PA • 23 miles away

Part-time sitters for pick up work

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Pick up sitting work in Center City Philadelphia area. Local family owned sitting service. Seeking sitters to pick up work mornings/afternoons/evenings/weekend days and nights. Looking for experienced sitters infants/toddlers/elementary school age. No cost to you to join our service. Competitive... More

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