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.

$16–18/hr
Grantville, PA • 10 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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$16–18/hr
Etters, PA • 22 miles away

Drive and Care for Four Young Children,...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 9:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for four children, ages infant to preschool, starting on February 3, 2025. The schedule is Monday through Saturday, from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing snacks, and helping with bedtime routines. The caregiver must have a... More

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$15–20/hr
New Cumberland, PA • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for our three children, aged preschool to middle school. The start date is flexible, beginning on February 28, 2025. The babysitter will have a safe car for transporting the kids. Daily tasks include preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime... More

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$20–24/hr
Harrisburg, PA • 9 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
Mechanicsburg, PA • 19 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Infant on Fridays,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting January 17, 2025 (flexible). The position requires care on Fridays from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (flexible). The babysitter will attend to the child's needs, including feeding, diaper changes, and playtime. The ideal candidate has their own car for... More

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

Caring Babysitter Needed for One Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a responsible babysitter to care for our elementary-age child starting on January 7, 2025. The sitter engages in fun, educational activities, provides meals and snacks, and assists with homework. They ensure the child's safety and well-being during playtime and other activities. The sitter... More

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$11–19/hr
Hummelstown, PA • 15 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 • 13 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 • 15 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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$10–16/hr
Lemoyne, PA • 15 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Elementary...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:30am - 4:30pm

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for one elementary-aged child. The job starts on January 13, 2025, every Monday from 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The ideal candidate has experience with special needs and can assist with toilet training. Responsibilities include supervising play, preparing snacks,... More

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$17–20/hr
Camp Hill, PA • 21 miles away

Full time nanny for sweet and smiley 7...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

Our little fam of three is looking for a full time nanny to nurture and love on our little Adeline, my 7 month old daughter. She is a smiley happy babe and we enjoy her so much so we want her nanny to also love kids and enjoy being with her. I work from home and love to visit with my babe during the... More

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$12–16/hr
Mechanicsburg, PA • 19 miles away

Babysitter for 1 Energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 12:30pm

need help to keep my 2 year old daughter occupied with learning activities, conversate with her and really become her favorite person - while Wife and I work. We work from home. We live in mechanicsburg. Pay negotiable. If you are interested , would like to meet you in person before we make a decision. More

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$18–22/hr
Marysville, PA • 11 miles away

Occasionally babysitting for Date night

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 02/21 - 02/22

7:00pm - 1:00am

Hello. I'm a mom of 3 beautiful energetic kids I'm a stay at home who would love to have a date night and feel safe with my children's wellbeing
Watch children and bedtime routine. Play and engage them with crafts. Enjoy a little crazyness

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$17–20/hr
Mechanicsburg, PA • 19 miles away

Part Time Sitter for Pre-School age kids,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a sitter to come to our home one or two days a week to watch our daughter (age 2) and son (age 5). Son is in preschool 9-230 so gone most of the day.

Crafts, books, play both inside and outside.

Parents both work at home most of time and take care of breakfast and lunchtime... More

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