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.

$18–22/hr
Rock Hill, SC • 19 miles away

Morning babysitter 3 days a week

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 12:30pm (flexible)

Hi, I’m a working mom of a 2 year old. Iwork full time nights which is why I seek someone to play with/ keep my son company the first half of the day
Just play with/ entertain my toddler for a couple of hours each morning.
My apartment is in rock hill on Dave Lyle and is a nice quiet neighborhood.

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$18–25/hr
Monroe, NC • 21 miles away

Rockie-Care

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 2:00pm

I have two beautiful children they do go to school. I help them with schooling the meaning of life studying.
To be very respectful because I’m good with anyone that I babysit for or help take care of
Somewhere local

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$15–20/hr
Fort Mill, SC • 23 miles away

Part-Time sitter to our baby Dallas

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 6:00pm

My Boyfriend and I recently became first time parents and will need help only two days of the week with someone we immediately connect with!!
Feedings, Naps, Occasional Walks, Just Hanging with Baby and giving him love while we are at work!

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$10–20/hr
Waxhaw, NC • 15 miles away

Part-time sitter for a loving 3 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

Christian Family with two children but looking for just the year who attends a half-day preschool
I am looking for someone to care for a 3-year-old after preschool while I work from home.
We are in Waxhaw. Looking for help on Mondays 10-3:30 Tuesday-Friday 1:30 - 3:30

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$19–23/hr
Rock Hill, SC • 24 miles away

Part time sitter for a 6 month angel with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 4:30pm

I am the grandmother of a beautiful 6 months old, assisting my son in childcare. I work 7-3pm and he currently works 330pm-230am. We need someone for the in between. 230-4pm. We have a 5 yr oldYorkie. Friendly, all shots up to date
Simply watch her at my apartment until I get home at 4. She is an... More

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$19–23/hr
Waxhaw, NC • 15 miles away

Occasional care-giver for three year old girl

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Jenny is three years old, need occasional care for when neither parent is available.
Basics, keep Jenny safe, feed her, and put her to bed. Overall pretty straight forward.

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$19–20/hr
Fort Mill, SC • 23 miles away

Sitter for 9 month old and preschooler.

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We are a multicultural family, mom is from India and Dad is from US. We have to beautiful boys, 4 years old and 9 month old. We are looking for long term babysitter for our young one. Mom goes to office and dad works from home.

We prefer someone who has experience taking care of an infant and... More

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$19–23/hr
Fort Mill, SC • 24 miles away

Part time sitter for an energetic 4 year old.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Robert and Christian Horton. I am a dad to a very energetic 4 year old. I am starting to network and get out more. I am looking for someone to occasionally watch my 4 year old on the weekend. I prefer you to have reviews on your account to be considered.

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$10–30/hr
Fort Mill, SC • 23 miles away

Evening sitter for one baby boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

We are a small family looking for a sitter for our first child. He is still a baby. We do have a cat as well.
Looking for someone to play with him and his toys for a few hours a day. Might need some help with cleaning his bottles as well.

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$21–25/hr
Fort Mill, SC • 24 miles away

8 year old babysitting

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

Single dad looking for help for a 8 year old.
He is in 3rd grade. And needs child care

Single dad of 8 year old boy in Fort Mill. We are Indian and speak both English and Hindi at home. We love to be outside playing cricket in the backyard or riding bikes around the neighborhood. Looking for... More

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$21–25/hr
Fort Mill, SC • 23 miles away

8 year babysitting

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am

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$19–20/hr
Fort Mill, SC • 23 miles away

Part-time sitter for two toddlers (1 and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 2:30pm (flexible)

We are seeking reliable, long-term part-time care for 2 children (1 and 2.5 years old) in our home. Times needed are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 830am to 2:30pm (time is flexible +/- 30 min). We live in Indian land about 10 minutes from Ballantyne.

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$18–25/hr
Waxhaw, NC • 15 miles away

Long term part time nanny for two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Fun family with two awesome girls (a sometimes princess and a mermaid)
Looking for a nurturing, creative, and fun loving nanny for our daughters. Must have a safe, reliable vehicle/clean driving record as pickups from school and activities are needed on a daily basis. Please be comfortable and... More

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$17/hr
Unionville, NC • 24 miles away

Overnight sitter kids will be in bed

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30am - 12:30pm

Oldest needs to be put on bus at 6:40 am … kids usually are up between 7:30-8 am breakfast diaper change potty and chill youngest takes a nap between 10;30-1pm easiest job in the world I promise my kids are very loving and grow attached to anyone that shows them attention. They don’t need much... More

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