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.

$13–15/hr
Moore, SC • 20 miles away

Part time sitter for amazing twin boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 1:30pm

We are a family of 7 kids ages 9,8,7 and twins almost 3. The twins are very smart and well behaved and mother works from home.
We need a nanny to help with the twins from 8:00 am to nap time which is at 1:00. Preparing breakfast and lunch changing diapers and keeping them entertained until naptime

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$13–25/hr
Greenville, SC • 21 miles away

Occasional sitter for sweet but energetic...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Single mom and boyfriend who are seeking child care for the occasional night or weekend out.
Sitter will just need to supervise the child playing at home. Child can keep herself busy for the most part, but will require direction on daily activities (shower, brush teeth, get ready for bed, etc)

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$15–21/hr
Mauldin, SC • 16 miles away

Part time sitter for 19 month baby girl on...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a mom to a 19 month old old baby girl. I need care occasionally on the weekends as I work retail.
Just basic daily activities such as feedings, diaper changes, play time, Snacks ect.

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$18–22/hr
Greenville, SC • 20 miles away

Reliable occasional sitter for 3 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are first time parents to a 3 month old little boy. We both work full time but are looking for a reliable sitter to watch our baby on the occasional day that we are both in the office.
Taking care of our baby will be your only job- bottle feeding, rocking to sleep, and playing. He has short wake... More

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$18–22/hr
Simpsonville, SC • 11 miles away

Part time sitter for 2 boys school age and...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 10:30pm (flexible)

Hi there I’m looking for regular care for my 3 kiddos, we’re laid back and fun but try to do more activities and less screens

We just need someone to play with the kids and entertain them, play outside with them weather permitting and cook them simple meals. The only cleaning we expect is just... More

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$15–19/hr
Greenville, SC • 20 miles away

Part time sitter for 2yr old who loves to...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello, I’m Kaitlin. My son’s name is Chase. He’s a fun and sweet two-year-old who loves to play with dinosaur toys and watch Paw Patrol. I work on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and I just need help with him while I’m working.

I need someone who will play with him and feed him snacks and lunch. He's... More

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$15–20/hr
Simpsonville, SC • 11 miles away

Part-time sitter for almost 2 year old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Currently just looking around, but wanting to see if there is a sitter out there for our almost 2 year old, Liam. Liam has been in daycare for over a year and seem he is sick every other week. I do work from home and my wife works in office, so we are wanting a nanny on average from 9am-2pm... More

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$17–21/hr
Duncan, SC • 22 miles away

Full time consistent sitter for a very...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello , i am a single mom of three , 2 girls and one boy! I have been working at bmw for 11 years! Two in school one in need of a sitter
I need a sitter while I work 10 hours 4 days out of the week for my three year old

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$18–22/hr
Mauldin, SC • 16 miles away

Occasional sitter for laid back 8 year old

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/31 - 01/01

7:00pm - 1:00am

Our family is easygoing and flexible. We love to spend time at the beach and us parents love our date nights.
We need someone to watch our son and make sure he’s okay. He is very laid back and loves to play video games.

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$10–15/hr
Greenville, SC • 20 miles away

Part-time sitter for two great kids (:

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Great friendly kids ages 4 & 6, they love new people and are easy going (:
Needing a sitter for date nights and some work shifts, good communication and punctuality is important (:

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$18–22/hr
Greer, SC • 22 miles away

two bubbly children

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 8:00pm

in need of someone to assist us getting our kids from school and home, fed and bathed and ready for bed.

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$18–30/hr
Reidville, SC • 18 miles away

Part- Sitter to get to and from school and...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 6:30pm (flexible)

I have three Kids a 3 year old, a 7 year old, and a 10 year old. The 3 year old is in preschool and the 7 and 10 year old are in elementary school.
I need help taking the kids to school in the morning. Then I need help picking the youngest one up from preschool and waiting for the other two kids... More

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$10–20/hr
Greenville, SC • 20 miles away

Occasional sitter for Friday/Saturday nights

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! I am a single mom to a wonderful 5 year old! He is a little shy but extremely sweet. I also have a small chihuahua mix and two cats
I’m looking for a date night sitter on Fridays or Saturdays. I like to go out for karaoke and just need som to watch my child while I’m sleeping
I am right off of... More

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$14–20/hr
Simpsonville, SC • 11 miles away

Babysitter in Simpsonville area - can be...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

We are in the Simpsonville area off of Fairview road towards Jenkins Bridge Rd. I am looking for help with 2 kids - 10 yr old (girl), and 8 yr old (boy). The kids are active, and like playing outside. They also love arts and typically have an after-school activity.
Help with homework
Encourage them... More

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