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
Chalfont, PA • 6 miles away

Looking for babysitting help for our 3...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We’re looking for occasional babysitting help for our 3 children. We live in Chalfont.

We’re looking for a sitter who keeps the kids engaged by playing games or doing activities with them. Some screen time is also ok but the main focus should be on the kids.

We mostly just need help on... More

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$20–26/hr
Newtown, PA • 16 miles away

As Needed Sitter for 6 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We’re a 3 family household. Me, my girlfriend and our baby boy who is almost 4 months. Super easy going and just need some in home child care help.
We just need our sitter to spend time with the baby, feed and put down for naps. No cleaning is necessary.

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$10–16/hr
Philadelphia, PA • 12 miles away

looking for a sitter for a 6 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am

we have a small dog.he stays upstairs in the room.we are a caring family.
my daughter is only 6 months old. she doesn’t eat anything besides baby food or like mash potatoes. also if you sit her in her carseat please strap her in across her chest and sit her on the floor.

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$10–25/hr
Morrisville, PA • 22 miles away

Part time sitter for a sweet cuddly...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hey my name is keaira I’m a young momma, and my little pumpkins name is Khemistri(Chemistry) she is 1 years old

I would like a sitter as needed because sometimes I need get things done or going on dates and trips.sometimes late working. If at night make sure she’s fed bathed n in bed at... More

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$10–20/hr
Hatfield, PA • 5 miles away

Part time or as needed basis assistance

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 4:30pm (flexible)

I am a single mom who is in need of an extra hand here and there while I am working.

Help with transportation to and from school. One child is in kindergarten and the other in pre kindergarten.

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$19–20/hr
Chalfont, PA • 6 miles away

Looking for occasional babysitting help in...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We occasionally require help with babysitting. We live in Chalfont. The kids are 11, 8, and 6 and love having babysitters take care of them and play game and do activities.

Just watch the kids. Keeping them engaged with games and activities is also great but not always needed. They... More

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$21–25/hr
Philadelphia, PA • 17 miles away

Occasional sitter for one 9 month old boy!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We have a 9-month-old son named River. He is really great! My husband works in an office, and I work from home. We live in a nice apartment complex.
I need the sitter to watch my son while I do work sometimes. Feeding, changing diapers and just hanging out with him when I am busy.
We live in... More

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$20–25/hr
Philadelphia, PA • 16 miles away

After school help for 2 kids and cooking

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for someone to help cook meals for our family, clean up the kitchen, cleaning around the house, prepping school lunches, and helping the kids with dinner. Kids get home ~5:30pm so would have you come earlier to cook/help around the house. Would be great if you had a car and could also... More

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$20–25/hr
Narberth, PA • 13 miles away

Two girls, help when school is closed and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have two wonderful girls (2 and 5) who love to play, do art projects, cook, play with their pets and play outside. We have a dog and cat, both are older and very calm. Both parents work full time.

We are two working parents looking for a childcare provider to join our family to help us cover... More

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$10–11/hr
Philadelphia, PA • 16 miles away

NANNY FOR A 16 MONTHS OLD BABY GIRL (SEND...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

(9)Hi.We're a small family of 3, mom, dad & baby Luna. (7)We're Dominicans, speak mostly Spanish, looking for a nanny to be with my daughter while we're working and until mommy arrives to home.(3)
(2)We're looking for someone to stay with our daughter while we're working. Someone very responsible,... More

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$15–16/hr
Philadelphia, PA • 20 miles away

Driver for 8yo to afterschool activity

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I work rotating shift work starting October 7th. This is a 2hr job. On Thursday the 10th I am looking for someone to pickup my 8yo from south philly boys and girls club drive them to university city, wait 1hr and drive her back to broad and Snyder where we live.

The one hour wait does not mean... More

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$15–25/hr
Richboro, PA • 13 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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$15–20/hr
Pottstown, PA • 21 miles away

After-School care for child with Autism

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Hello! My name is Naomi and I’m looking for an after school sitter for my daughter, Laila. She is 11 years old and has autism. She is non-verbal so comfortability with working with children with disabilities is a must. We also have a crazy (but loving) dog (no care needed).
Our sitter would assist... More

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$17–19/hr
Phila, PA • 18 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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