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.

$16–20/hr
Luzerne, PA • 17 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Preschool Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a reliable babysitter starting February 1, 2025, for one preschool-aged child. The babysitter ensures a safe and engaging environment, provides care during playtime, prepares meals and snacks, and assists with bedtime routines. The ideal candidate has experience caring for multiple children... More

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$10–13/hr
Wilkes Barre, PA • 19 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 10:30pm

We are looking for a babysitter for one elementary-aged child. The job starts on January 27, 2025, and runs from 2:30PM to 10:00 PM, Monday through Thursday. The ideal candidate has experience with special needs children and can provide help with homework. Duties include preparing meals and snacks... More

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$10–11/hr
Clarks Summit, PA • 18 miles away

5 year old son

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

We have 2 dogs, we have older children that come in at 2:35 from school, you’ll be able to leave once they arrive.

My 5 year old is in school and he will need to be picked up everyday at 11:15. You can help him with homework and provide a snack.

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$17–21/hr
Effort, PA • 19 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are seeking a responsible babysitter for our two children, ages toddler and preschool. The job starts on January 12, 2025. The babysitter cares for the children during playtime and helps them with meals and snacks. The babysitter manages bedtime routines and ensures a safe and nurturing... More

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$11–20/hr
Archbald, PA • 17 miles away

Babysitter Needed for One Child with Meal...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 8:30am (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our elementary-aged child, starting February 3, 2025. The schedule includes Monday to Friday, from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM. The ideal candidate has their own car and is comfortable around pets. Responsibilities include providing care for one child, preparing meals and... More

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$17–40/hr
Scotrun, PA • 17 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 7:00pm

We need a reliable babysitter for our child, starting on January 23, 2025. The hours are from 3 PM to 7 PM on Thursdays and Fridays. The role includes driving our child to activities, preparing meals and snacks, and assisting with homework. The ideal candidate has their own car to ensure safe... More

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$16–20/hr
Wilkes Barre, PA • 16 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler, Flexible...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our toddler starting on January 6, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with shifts from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. The ideal candidate has their own car and can support our child’s learning through activities in our learning pod.... More

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$15–20/hr
Clarks Summit, PA • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for two children some days, ages toddler (primary child you'll be caring for) and preschool (in school some days), on Thursdays and Fridays (some Wednesdays) from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, starting on March 3, 2025. The role includes preparing meals and snacks, and... More

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$14–21/hr
Reeders, PA • 24 miles away

Part time sitter for one energetic two...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Two year old boy, very energetic. Kenneth is sometimes cranky like most kids in their terrible twos but he’s is a seeet kid overall. He loves nibbling on snacks unless it’s pizza or spaghetti. Kenneth is also still in size 5 diapers and has a bed time of 10pm. (Sometimes he doesn’t want to go to bed... More

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$17–21/hr
Cresco, PA • 18 miles away

Caregiver for Two Young Children with...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00pm - 5:00pm

We need a babysitter for two children, ages toddler and preschool. The job starts on January 9, 2025. The babysitter cares for the children by engaging in play, reading, and supervising activities. They prepare meals and snacks and help with light housekeeping. The ideal candidate is comfortable... More

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$17–21/hr
Ransom, PA • 17 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for One Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30am - 5:30am (flexible)

We seek a babysitter for our child, starting on January 6, 2025, with flexible start dates. The schedule is Monday to Friday, from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM. The caregiver watches over one elementary-aged child, ensuring safety and engagement. Responsibilities include helping with homework, playing games,... More

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$10–21/hr
Luzerne, PA • 17 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Kids with...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for two children, ages toddler and elementary, starting on or after January 17, 2025. The babysitter ensures a safe and engaging environment, supervises playtime, assists with meals and possibly bedtime routines. The ideal candidate is comfortable with pets, has... More

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$16–20/hr
Plymouth, PA • 20 miles away

Part time sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am

Im looking for a flexible and reliable babysitter for my two children.
Duties would include: picking them up from daycare ( they go to separate centers that are near each other) in Shavertown and can care for them at my place for about 30 minutes, Monday through Friday. My training schedule starts... More

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$15–19/hr
Blakeslee, PA • 10 miles away

Full-time Sitter for one energetic toddler...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30pm - 8:30am (flexible)

loving family of 4 who likes to be active lifestyle needs a kind nurturing person who is flexible.
Overnight position, Light cleaning, and dropping child off at the bus.
The schedule would be alternate weeks, One week would be Monday&Tuesday Night, then Saturday, Sunday of that same week, Next week... More

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