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.

$21–28/hr
Lancaster, PA • 9 miles away

Full - Time sitter for three fun girls!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a young busy family with three beautiful girls. Looking for some extra support & someone who can help us.
Watch kids, help get them to bed if necessary, general house keeping clean up toys, make food for the kids if needed

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$10–21/hr
Wernersville, PA • 22 miles away

Flexible Scheduke for 8 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! We are looking for ongoing care for our infant. We have two other children who attend daycare

Looking for help in our home for our 8 month old for a few hours a week. Flexible schedule

Flexible schedule

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$20–24/hr
Rexmont, PA • 22 miles away

Niñera en ocasiones para niña de 1 año

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Mamá de una princesa amorosa,sonriente, le encanta jugar & escuchar música lo más que hace es dormir.
Cuidar a mi bebé mientras mamá trabaja. Jugar con la niña & darle sus comiditas.
7:00am- 6:00 pm

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$18–22/hr
Reading, PA • 24 miles away

Part time sitter for toddler and infant.

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are new in town and just wanting to build a helpful community. The kids have a solid routine and are very well behaved.

Just need someone once in a while to come and watch my kids while I take some time to myself.

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$20–24/hr
Columbia, PA • 18 miles away

Part time sitter for infant and 2 dogs...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We have 2 dogs and a cat so we just need help watching our little one while we're at work and then also managing the pets.
We just need help watching our little one while we're at work and then also managing the pets.
START DATE WILL BE IN JULY 2025. Our schedules are very flexible so hours may vary. More

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$15–20/hr
York, PA • 24 miles away

Sitter needed few times a week

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

My wife and I have a two yr old who will need babysitting a few hours during the week.

Interact and help him with communication. Prefer some speech experience with some flexibility

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$25–30/hr
West Grove, PA • 21 miles away

Weekend sitter for adorable baby girl and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! we’re so excited to meet you :) my husband and I have two fun loving kiddos, a 7 month old girl and 5 year old boy. We have two very friendly golden retrievers and live on a small horse farm - lots of land for kids to run
We’re looking for a sitter who can become an extended part of our family,... More

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$21–25/hr
Refton, PA • 7 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am

My name is Hadji, and I'm looking for a reliable and loving caregiver for my two toddlers. We're seeking someone who can provide nurturing care in our home
We need the caregiver to pick up the kids from daycare, assist them in home assignments, prepare meals

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$21–25/hr
Downingtown, PA • 23 miles away

Part time sitter needed for chill toddler.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Ian and I are the parents of a great two year old only child, Ira. We're pretty go with the flow, and just need a sitter that fits that vibe. We also have a cat (Sage) and a dog (Rosie).
We just need someone who will watch Ira when we go out every now and again. We're looking for about once a month,... More

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$14–15/hr
Robesonia, PA • 23 miles away

Sitter to teach and care for twin 19 month...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 4:30pm

My husband and I run small businesses. We have 19 month old twins. We live in a quiet neighborhood.
Prepare simple meals, prepare activities to do with toddlers, play with toddlers.

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$20–25/hr
Coatesville, PA • 18 miles away

Part-time nanny needed for two children...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

HI, we're looking for a part-time nanny to play with our 3.5 year old son and 1.5 year old daughter between the hours of 3:30-6pm M-F. Nanny has to be comfortable with pets! We live on a farm so there are plenty of activities to do outside with the kids.
We'd love for you to play with our children... More

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$10–15/hr
Bowmansville, PA • 14 miles away

Part time as needed sitter.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My fiancé and I are raising our godson. We both have raised our children. I am 53 and he is 60 so I would need some help.
Take care of the baby when I need them. I am overloaded with too much work.
Owned house with a pool for summer.

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$10–15/hr
New Holland, PA • 7 miles away

Part-time sitter for my oldest child

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Husband is a Navy Veteran, we have 2 kids. Oldest is in 7th grade and youngest started kindergarten this year. My oldest was diagnosed with ADHD/DMDD/anxiety/sensory/Autism at the age of 5 years old.
depending on the day, the sitter would need to give Dylan his medications at certain times and give... More

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$12–25/hr
Lititz, PA • 13 miles away

Part-time sitter needed for occasional...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We recently moved to Lititz and are looking for a sitter to help with our two children and friendly puppy.

Occasional pickups, evenings and date nights needed. Occupying our seven year old and keeping an eye on our 14 year old (possible rides to practice) and puppy.

No set schedule,... More

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