$21–27/hr
Clifton Heights, PA • 22 miles away

Overnight sitter for 12 year old boy

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 01/21 - 01/22

5:00pm - 8:00am

Looking for an experienced and patient babysitter for my 12-year-old son. I recently gained custody, and hes adjusting to new routines, so someone understanding and consistent would be ideal. Hes a bright and fun kid with mild behavioral challenges, but with the right structure and engagement, he... More

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$17–20/hr
Wilmington, DE • 12 miles away

Full time sitter for jan and feb

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 3:30pm

I have a 2 month and an 8 years old. My 8 years old is very independent. My husband and I both work in dover so consistency is required with job
I need everything involved with my 2 month old. Her laundry and bottle cleaning. Diaper changes etc

The only additional thing is dropoff and pick up for... More

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$21–25/hr
Swarthmore, PA • 19 miles away

Babysitting

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Occasional babysitting needed for sweet 1.5 year old boy

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$15–20/hr
Wilmington, DE • 9 miles away

Part-time nanny for 6 month old Mon-Weds...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a nanny to take care of our 6 month old son Mon-Weds 8am-5pm.
Nanny will be responsible for taking care of our 6 month old - feeding, changing, tending to, playing with, putting down for naps, etc. Meal prep (pureeing food) and cleaning (baby bottles, etc) will only pertain to... More

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$20–25/hr
Wayne, PA • 21 miles away

Driving for activities

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am

Looking for a driver for after school activity. Kids are older so it would just be getting them to their activities
Be at the house by:
Monday: 5:15pm
Tuesday/Thursday: 3:45pm
Wednesday: 4:45pm
This would be perfect for someone just looking for additional income after school; Will pay for 1.5... More

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$17–21/hr
Marcus Hook, PA • 14 miles away

Virtual Job

Part-time sitter for 2 pre schoolers ages...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Family of 6 but need help with our 2 amazing preschoolers ages 3 and 4

Need sitter to do activities such as reading, arts and crafts and other pre school activities, take them to the library that is up the street from house. Prepare lunches and a little cleaning after activities.

I live in... More

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$20–25/hr
Wayne, PA • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter for 4yr old girl.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for an occasional sitter for our 4yr old daughter (for date nights, work events, etc.). Afternoons and/or evenings, and possibly an occasional Saturday or Sunday evening.

Occasional babysitting (for date nights, work events, etc.), preparing meals and snacks, bath time and bedtime. ... More

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How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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Overnight sitter for 12 year old boy

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Full time sitter for jan and feb

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Part-time nanny for 6 month old Mon-Weds...

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Driving for activities

Part-time sitter for 2 pre schoolers ages...

Part-time sitter for 2 pre schoolers ages...

Part-time sitter for 4yr old girl.

Part-time sitter for 4yr old girl.

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Babysitting FAQ

How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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