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.

$10–24/hr
Rexmont, PA • 19 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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$15–21/hr
Blandon, PA • 12 miles away

Part time sister for two energetic kids

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of 4. Two girls 4 and 1 years. Mom works nightshift looking for help while sleeping during the day.
Need help to play instructive games with the kids. Help with feeding the baby.

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$15–25/hr
Mertztown, PA • 21 miles away

Christian sitter for large family.

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 9:00pm

We are a Christian family of 7 (so 5 kids) with one toddler and rest over 6. we homeschool and love the outdoors esp with our 4/5 boys.
Babysitter for date nights perferrably weekly or biweekly scheduled. Daytime babysitting/regular once a week help.
Rural Dryville location with plenty of space... More

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$20–24/hr
Pottstown, PA • 21 miles away

Occasional Sitter For School...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of 8. Dad and I work Monday to Friday 6-4 and 8-4 which makes it challenging for us during school breaks and half days. I am looking for occasional care for my 4 and 7 year old.
We are looking for someone who can watch them during school breaks and during emergency school pick up... More

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$12–15/hr
Gilbertsville, PA • 23 miles away

Part time sitter for 4 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 4:30pm

Hi! We currently have a 4 month old girl at home and is one of the happiest babies that loves to smile and play.

Looking for part time help during the week for a 4 month old girl, mom and dad both work in healthcare and have alternating schedules

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$21–23/hr
Pottstown, PA • 21 miles away

On call/Part time sitter for 1 year old boy.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello, we are looking for someone who can watch our son Karter who just turned 1 while starting a new job. Our names are Corey and Akira we are a young loving family and our son is one of the happiest kids you will ever meet.

I need a sitter who can watch our son for a few hours preferably around... More

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$10–15/hr
Hamburg, PA • 16 miles away

Part-time sitter to help with one toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of 3 and soon to be 4. We also have two medium size dogs and 1 cat. All the pets are playful and sweet
Mama is a stay at home mom for now. But she is pregnant with our 2nd baby. She will need for the Nanny to watch Viago so she can rest and to take some of the stress off Mama.

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$10–21/hr
Reading, PA • 5 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic toddlers

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi I have a wonderful Lil Boi. He is 2 years and 3 months old. I am working full-time Monday to Friday and I need someone for 2 days in the Week for a couple of hours. Tuesday and Thursday are the days.
I just need someone to watch him for a few hours till I get back from work. My mom is usually... More

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$19–23/hr
Reading, PA • 8 miles away

Part time sitter. Two days a week.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00am - 5:00am

Alternating schedule. Two days a week. Mom and daughter plus two dogs
Bus pick up and entertaining until I'm finished work (i work from home)

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$16–22/hr
Lancaster, PA • 22 miles away

Part-time sitter for energetic toddler boy.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

A small, growing family in Lancaster with one dog is looking for an extra pair of hands, transitioning from daycare to bed between 4-7 pm.
Help with dinner prep, feeding, clean up, playtime, bathing, and bedtime. Let the dog in and out, keeping her calm. Occasionally, you may be asked to pick... More

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$20–21/hr
Leola, PA • 17 miles away

Sitter Needed In Leola Area

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am looking for someone who I would occasionally need sometimes it will be on a day-to-day basis or sometimes it would just be a last-minute thing that I would need for my seven-year-old son.
I do not need a sitter in the morning I just need a sitter in the afternoon to get my son off of the bus to... More

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$12–18/hr
Birchrunville, PA • 25 miles away

Sitter for infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 4:30pm

Indian Family
needed help for our 6 months old during the working hours, daddy works from Home. Major task is just spend time with baby and do related House hold work.
bottle feeding
solid feeding
diaper change
light house hold work related to baby like changing/folding clothes, bottle washing

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$19–23/hr
Reading, PA • 5 miles away

Energetic toddler

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

2 happy babies

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$20–24/hr
New Holland, PA • 15 miles away

Looking for Support

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 2:00pm (flexible)

We are a family of 4. We love the outdoors and respecting one another is key. We implement requests as opposed to demands and we are very open and accepting. We do not tolerate disrespect and we treat each other with kindness.
Looking for someone who is willing to keep our 5 year old daughter... More

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