$10–15/hr
Chambersburg, PA • 9 miles away

Occasional sitter for energetic toddler...

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

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My son is 3 years old and I am looking for an as needed sitter. I need coverage for appointments and things like that. We currently live with my mom who may or may not be around. We also have a dog and cat in the house. My son has been diagnosed with autism level 1 with a speech delay. Someone with... More

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$15–19/hr
Chambersburg, PA • 10 miles away

Part-time sitter for my two year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 10:00am (flexible)

I have a sweet two year old son.I'm a single mom that is looking for help watching him While I'm working. To help him with his colors, numbers, etc.

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$17–18/hr
Newville, PA • 13 miles away

Part time sitter for a 8 monthbaby

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 5:00pm

I have a 8month baby. His names Mickey my husbands name is Ricky and my names Ashley
Watch him for 2 hrs tell I get home make him a bottle keep himoccupied

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$11–16/hr
Chambersburg, PA • 9 miles away

Sitter for 3 children

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30pm - 4:30am (flexible)

I have 3 children. Ages are 5, 1 and the youngest is about 3 months old. I had a recent life event happen where I am seeking help immediately. I work Sun-Wed with occasional overtime on Thursdays. So I will not always need childcare on Thursdays. I work from 6:30pm-5am. I need someone who wouldn’t... More

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$11–15/hr
Chambersburg, PA • 10 miles away

Child care needed !

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

I am a 22-year-old with a four-year-old son that is all energy and very sweet

I just need a sitter every other Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and some Saturdays

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$10–11/hr
Shippensburg, PA • Less than a mile

Babysitter needed for two!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Single mom looking for care of two children on weekends when working. They are pleasant and respectful.
Just simply watch them and play with them when needed. Feed them their packed meals.
Shippensburg. Hours can be flexible.

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$10–14/hr
Carlisle, PA • 22 miles away

Occasional sitter for 3 active kiddos

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Kids are very playful but a joy to be around ! Need someone for occasional date nights

Date Nights for the parents and to have a breathe of fresh air without worrying

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$23–25/hr
Boiling Springs, PA • 24 miles away

Babysitter for One Child, One Night...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 11/09

3:30pm - 10:30pm (flexible)

We are seeking a sitter for our 4 year old son, Henry. He loves animals and dinosaurs, especially if they live in the ocean.

We are coming from out of town to attend a wedding and need someone to stay with our son in the hotel room. He’s an easygoing kid and will be happy to play games, do puzzles,... 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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Part time sitter for a 8 monthbaby

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Child care needed !

Babysitter needed for two!

Babysitter needed for two!

Occasional sitter for 3 active kiddos

Occasional sitter for 3 active kiddos

Babysitter for One Child, One Night...

Babysitter for One Child, One Night...

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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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