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.

$18–25/hr
Ladson, SC • 13 miles away

Part-time sitter for two sweet children

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 2:00pm (flexible)

Hi! I have two children, 1 & 2, that are sweet as can be. As well as super chill cat.
I’m looking for someone four hours once a week to take care of my children. No need to cook or clean.

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$10–15/hr
Summerville, SC • 16 miles away

Full-time sitter for 5 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 3:00pm

Hey!
My husband and I are Active Duty military and would like to find a sitter as soon as possible!
We would like you to take care of our 5 month old son Charlie. He is very easy going and is very active.
We will be working a full time schedule starting next week.

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$10–22/hr
Summerville, SC • 17 miles away

Summerville - regular sitter/nanny ok w/...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

I'm actually the brother of an Army Lt. Col. who, unfortunately, has an ill wife. He has 2 boys. I'm moving to the house to help, but I've never been a caretaker of children. I'm a bachelor who works from home as a tech lawyer.
I need someone to help me figure this thing out. I don't know how to... More

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$10–22/hr
Summerville, SC • 17 miles away

Occasional sitter for my Irish twin boys!...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have two boys ages 4 and 5.both are pretty well mannered for the most part.
Just need an occasional sitter for whenever I have things like date nights
Summerville/knightsville area

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$10–15/hr
Ladson, SC • 13 miles away

Baby Arya 1.5 years old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Young family, that needs extra help for us to be able to have some alone time. Both work full-time and could use some date nights
Care, feed, play and enjoy time with little Arya. Take her on walks, let her run around, etc

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$11–14/hr
Charleston, SC • 18 miles away

Part time sitter for two siblings, boy and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

New Family to the North Charleston area. Two siblings with lots of energy and love to give!

Looking for an occasional sitter for date nights and mommy time on weekends. If available this weekend that would be great!!!!

Weekends and occasional date nights

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$15–20/hr
North Charleston, SC • 23 miles away

The Williams

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I live with my mother and brother. My 2 kids need someone who is very attentive and energetic. My son likes video games and he's can easily warm up to you. As for my daughter she is shy and doesn't trust easily but she likes to dressup and play with dolls.
Pick children up from bus stop help them... More

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$16–20/hr
Charleston, SC • 18 miles away

Part-time sitter for energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

Single mother of an amazing 3 year old boy. He is smart, funny, energetic and super sweet!
I need part-time help, for a minimum of 10 hours per week.

During the week, I need someone to go pick up my son from school and keep him entertained until I get done with work. The other option can be... More

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$18–22/hr
Summerville, SC • 17 miles away

Part time sitter for one sweet, friendly...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 1:00pm

Hello! we have one sweet, spunky toddler and a 9yr old pup! We are looking for help while I work from home (I’ll be right in the next room). My daughter loves playing, reading, painting, and making new friends!
We are looking for someone to play (be very engaged) with our 2.5 year old for ~2-3 days... More

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$10–23/hr
Summerville, SC • 16 miles away

Part-time sitter for5 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

My wife and I are looking for a sitter for our 5 month old. While I work outside of the home, my wife works from home and is needing a little relief while working.
We only request to watch, feed, prepare the baby for naps, diaper changing and feeding

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$15–17/hr
Summerville, SC • 17 miles away

Summer- sitter for an active toodler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello, my name is Taylor and my son’s name is William. William is an active 3 yr old.
I am looking for someone who will be comfortable taking William to the park and his therapy session, once a week.
Times are flexiblle, as well day number of days a week.

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$20–24/hr
Charleston, SC • 18 miles away

Sitter on demand when suddenly the toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family from Europe moved to US
Our toddler is an acttive boy 2.5 years old
Take care of the baby when he is at home from Day Care
Play with him using no screen time
Babysitting should be at our apartment
Usually could be form 7:30 am to 4:30 pm

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$10–15/hr
Moncks Corner, SC • 3 miles away

Partime sitter for an infant!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Send me your application then shoot me a message!!

My partner works full time and I work part time as an artist. My schedule is extremely flexible but I would prefer the afternoons! I’m looking for some help so I can work a few hours during the week. We also have one dog and three cats! Our dog... More

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$11–20/hr
Ladson, SC • 13 miles away

One day a week with the sweetest 6 month...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:30pm - 7:30pm

We have a 6 month old who is our whole world. I'm getting back to work and we have it worked out that we'll just need a sitter once a week to cover time that we both work.
Bottle feeding, naps, diaper changes, and some tummy time. He eats every 3 to 5 hours.
We need either Monday or Wednesday... More

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