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.

$19–23/hr
Pittsburgh, PA • 15 miles away

Part-time support for wfh parents of 1...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi there, I am a dedicated mama who just needs an extra hand to take on the tasks of the day and keep my house in order. My husband and I both work from home with my hours being very few and flexible. We do decently well trading off throughout the workday and keeping up with our 1 year old. However,... More

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$16–18/hr
Canonsburg, PA • 5 miles away

Part/time sitter for one toddler!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 6:00pm (flexible)

Hi there my name is Lisa! I hope you are well.
Well a little about us, we are a young family of 3. My fiancé, myself, and our 14 month old son. My fiancé works full time. I just started my position so the schedule is not set in stone yet. We will probably need child care a few days a week for about... More

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$19–23/hr
Pittsburgh, PA • 12 miles away

Part-time sitter for a 1 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Our family is looking for a babysitter. We have one baby girl that is almost 1 and a half. She’s shy but will eventually warm up.
Looking for someone that is hands on and knows how to keep a 1 year old busy, and learning. Can prepare meals, light house keeping, bedtime, reading books, playing and... More

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$10–20/hr
Monroeville, PA • 19 miles away

Looking for a hands on, gentle, and...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My husband and I have been married since 2022 and both work fully remote in the financial industry. Our family includes 4 cats, a Golden Shepherd, and our newest addition was our daughter who was born in June 2024.

We are looking for a sitter that will follow gentle Montessori parenting. You will... More

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$12–17/hr
Pittsburgh, PA • 7 miles away

Part-Time Transportation for 9 year old to...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 3:30pm

I have two boys 9 and 14. I work from home and we have 9 pets total. We have 3 dogs, 1 cat, 2 ball pythons, and 4 guinea pigs. Currently, my mom is in the hospital in the ICU and we are not sure when she will be getting out. We are also looking at a possibility that she will go to a nursing home... More

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$23–25/hr
Sewickley, PA • 20 miles away

Part-time sitter for two boys (5 and 6)!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Hello. Our family just moved back to Sewickley after 8 years in Canada. We have a 6 year old first grader and a 5 year old in preschool that both speak French.
I travel for work, and my wife is a teacher downtown. We are looking for someone who can pick up our 5 year old at his school 1 mile from... More

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$10–20/hr
Monessen, PA • 12 miles away

Occassion sitter for 2 self-sufficient...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

There are 2 children ages 8 and 10. They are very intelligent and love to read, play board games, and Minecraft. They are pretty self-sufficient and can get their own food, dress themselves, and get themselves to bed.
I need a sitter to make sure the children stay safe and to spend some time with... More

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$15–20/hr
Pittsburgh, PA • 16 miles away

2 weeks of childcare needed for 2 under 2

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 6:00pm

Hello, we are looking for care for our two girls for 3/4 days a week from 12/9-12/20
Looking or someone to provide infant care and also entertain our toddler
We are located in bellevue, this is only needed for two weeks

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$15–20/hr
Pittsburgh, PA • 17 miles away

Afterschool sitter for a toddler & 2nd grader

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

Our two girls (ages 2 & 7) are kind, energetic, silly, and sociable. We have 2 loud but lovable rescue dogs. We are an inclusive family that values empathy, respect, and compassion for others.

We are looking for afterschool care for both girls. I work from home but my job prevents me caring for... More

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$19–23/hr
Pittsburgh, PA • 16 miles away

Part-time sitter to hang out with a sweet...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My thirteen-year-old daughter and I live in Shaler. She loves all things art and is very creative. She has autism but is very independent and requires minimal support.
I am looking for a kind person to watch my daughter on Saturdays to start. Basically, just hang out and watch movies with her, do... More

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$10–11/hr
Pittsburgh, PA • 10 miles away

Full time sitter for 2 amazing kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

I'm a mother of 6 2 are my biological kids the other 4 are my siblings !

Just to watch my 2 babies while I work my 1 year old is currently potty training!

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$20/hr
Coraopolis, PA • 18 miles away

Baby sitter for a toddler.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm

We are a family of three including a 15 month old toddler. Actively looking for a nanny to keep my son engaged.
We are looking for someone who can help with meal prep in addition to babysitting my son.

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$15–23/hr
Bridgeville, PA • 7 miles away

Part time sitter for a kindergartner

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for a part time sitter to have fun with a energy packed kindergartner for 2-3 hours a day , 2 days a week.

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$15–20/hr
Pittsburgh, PA • 16 miles away

Seeking Weekend and After School Sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi! I’m looking for help with weekend/after school care for my two kids. We love the outdoors and playing board games/video games. My son (10) has ADHD and high functioning Autism. He loves video games and board games. My daughter (1) is very active and loves to snuggle!

I am looking for someone... More

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