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.

$19–20/hr
Rexmont, PA • 12 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

We need a babysitter for our infant, starting from January 20, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include caring for our child, feeding, changing diapers, and playing. The sitter must be comfortable with pets, have their own... More

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$15–20/hr
Cressona, PA • 17 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three Young...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a reliable babysitter for three children, aged infant to preschool. The start date is flexible, with a target of January 29, 2025. The babysitter drives their own car and is comfortable around pets. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing meals and snacks, providing sick... More

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$17–18/hr
Lititz, PA • 21 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Infant on Mondays,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 2:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant in our home (no exceptions) starting on or around February 3, 2025. The hours are from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays with some flexiblity. We may ask for more hours during busy work season months March-May and October-November.... More

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$13–23/hr
Pottsville, PA • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 1:00pm

We need a responsible babysitter starting January 20, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM every Monday. The sitter will care for two children, an infant and a preschooler. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing meals and snacks, and ensuring a safe environment. The ideal candidate is... More

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$16–18/hr
Grantville, PA • 16 miles away

She’s 11 and she has a lot of energy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello, I have a daughter here. She’s 11 years old and I need time to myself once in a blue moon to go out and just relax.

Someone to be here with her if they have a kid or they have kids they are more than welcome to come over to play water while watching my kids we live in Grantville so there’s... More

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

Babysitter Needed to Prepare Meals and...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are seeking a responsible babysitter for one elementary-aged child, starting on or after January 25, 2025, with a flexible schedule. The sitter prepares healthy meals and snacks and assists with homework. The ideal candidate engages the child in fun activities, ensures a safe environment, and... More

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$18–22/hr
Reading, PA • 23 miles away

3 days a week for a sassy and energetic 11...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi! Our family introduced our beautiful baby boy in Feb’ 2024. Mom is soon to be acquiring a new job and can no longer watch her child during the day.

Watch and educate our child and maintain a healthy relationship with child and parents.

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$11–19/hr
Hummelstown, PA • 19 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a caring babysitter for our preschool child, starting on February 6, 2025, with a flexible start date. The ideal candidate has experience with multiple children and can engage our child in fun, educational activities. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing snacks, and... More

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$10–24/hr
Harrisburg, PA • 24 miles away

Toddler sitting

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

2 year old toddler very active and energetic loves to watch movies and eat popcorn

Overnight sitting daytime, activities, entertaining preferably bring your own bedding

Would be sitting at our apartment located in Harrisburg right off Union deposit Road

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$14–17/hr
Hummelstown, PA • 19 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschooler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for our preschool child starting on January 30, 2025, with flexibility on the start date. The sitter will provide care, prepare meals and snacks, and engage in age-appropriate activities. Light housekeeping and laundry tasks are required, as well as running... More

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$18–22/hr
Mohrsville, PA • 21 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Young Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 4:30pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for two children, an infant and a toddler, starting December 30, 2024. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. The babysitter will help with housework, prepare meals and snacks, and engage with the children in a... More

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$10–24/hr
Hershey, PA • 16 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 5:00pm

We seek a babysitter for our toddler starting December 30, 2024, from 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday. The sitter will care for one child, engaging in play and educational activities. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, managing sick care, and ensuring a safe environment.... More

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$10–24/hr
Rexmont, PA • 12 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for School-Aged...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 3:30pm

We need a babysitter for one elementary-aged child starting December 26, 2024, from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include supervising play, preparing snacks, helping with homework, and ensuring safety. The ideal candidate has a reliable car for transportation and is... More

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$20–30/hr
Mount Joy, PA • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter for a lively 8 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a 3 person family with a lot of pets. We have 2 dogs and 5 cats, all of which are very people friendly. Mark works from home and Sam works part time when she is not taking care of Wesley.
We need the sitter to just watch, play, feed, change and do general care with Wesley, in the home. Would... More

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