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.

$10–11/hr
Columbia, SC • 16 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30pm - 11:30pm

We need a babysitter for one toddler starting December 26, 2024, from 6:30 PM to 11:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime routines, and assisting with toilet training. The babysitter performs light housekeeping related to the child, such... More

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$10–15/hr
Columbia, SC • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30pm - 11:30pm

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for our infant starting on January 13, 2025. The schedule is from 5:30 PM to 11:30 PM, every day of the week. The babysitter must have their own car and experienced with multiple children and nanny shares. Responsibilities include safely transporting the... More

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$15–18/hr
Columbia, SC • 20 miles away

Seeking NYE help

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/31 - 01/01

9:30pm - 1:30am

I am traveling to Columbia with my 15 year old and will need someone to hang with her for several hours on NYE. She's self sufficient, just don't want to leave her alone at night in an unknow place.

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$17–21/hr
Lexington, SC • 4 miles away

Nanny in Lexington needed Immediately

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

I am a single mother of 3 currently trying to pursue my nursing degree and in need of reliable help with my babies
Pick kids off school bus, take kids to school, warm up their meals and get them to bed
My schedule is not set in stone at the moment

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$11–22/hr
Columbia, SC • 20 miles away

Part Time Sitter to help with school drop...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am

I am looking for a sitter who can pickup my son from home, drop him off at school. Then also bring him home in the evenings.

I only need morning care 2 days a week. The afterschool pickup and bring home would be 5 days a week. The distance would be 3.9 miles or about a 10 minute drive.

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$20–23/hr
Columbia, SC • 20 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am (flexible)

Hello I’m Mr. Jamar Hughes. My fiancée and I have two daughters ages 3 and 1. Their names are Raegan and Ryann. They can speak and has a lot of energy and loves to play.
Our children love to interact with people. So you just need to make sure you have energy to play with them. They will get hungry... More

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$17–21/hr
Columbia, SC • 17 miles away

Part-time Sitter needed

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Due to upcoming temporary change in work schedule and surgery I would need help taking care of 7yrs old boy.

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$17–21/hr
Chapin, SC • 16 miles away

Part time Trusted babysitter needed!

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00pm

Hi! I have five kiddos so it’s a Bit much but they’re pretty well behaved! I have a 13, 11, 8, 1 year old and a 3 month old!
Childcare is kind of long hours, but Fridays if at all possible we’d like school drop off and pick up but it’s not necessary. Mainly just need to find someone to be here and... More

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$10–11/hr
West Columbia, SC • 5 miles away

Full time sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I’m a single mom currently looking for a sitter for my 2 kiddos a 2 year old and a newborn baby.

Just to take care of them like their own
Be patient and prep meals if possible if not it’s fine I will do that part

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$16–20/hr
Lexington, SC • 4 miles away

Ongoing babysitting for an adorable boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00pm - 4:00pm

Daniel is a 2 year old in need of babysitting while mom works. He just needs someone to play and supervise him
Play and Supervise.Ensure his safety.provide an opportunity to be active.

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

Part time nanny for family of four!

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

Mama of four! I work from home and would love some help a couple days a week!
watch kiddos, prep food, put down for naps, take on walks/outside, - just help me with taking care of them while I work!

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$17–21/hr
Columbia, SC • 23 miles away

Part time sitter needs for 1yo boy while...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

working parents with the happiest little boy in the world! Plus one super friendly dog!
Our son is super easy and the happiest kiddo! No diaper changes or feeding meals required! He is tech free but has a playroom with tons of toys to keep him entertained and we are working on getting a playground... More

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$11–21/hr
Columbia, SC • 10 miles away

She is a 12-year-old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 11:00pm (flexible)

Jaliyah manning is the kid
Toy manning is the mom
No pets
No cussing
Have fun
Take her to fun places make sure that she save take her to the park. Make sure that her bus driver recognizes you make sure that she has her phone on her. She is 12 years old so make sure she gets late. You can buy her... More

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$10–12/hr
Columbia, SC • 14 miles away

Occasional Sitter for an affectionate...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of 4. I am a disabled single mother. My oldest is 8 and autistic. My other 2 children are 6 and 4. I homeschool and will be working from home. My children prefer to spend time outdoors and appreciate learning new things. They are also expected to clean up after themselves and... More

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