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.

$21–25/hr
Nolensville, TN • 18 miles away

Family in Nolensville needs help

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 7:00pm

Family in Nolensville needs help with 9 years boy after school. 4-7pm M- F, Early release Wednesdays 1:30pm- 7pm.
Watch and feed light snack for 9 years old boy after he comes home from school.

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$10–15/hr
Franklin, TN • 13 miles away

Christian Babysitter Needed for Occasional...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 01/01

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

We’re a small, loving family of two—me and my 3-year-old daughter, Rhode. She’s bright, curious, and full of energy. We also have a friendly Bichon Poo who loves everyone. We’re looking for a reliable and caring babysitter to help with Rhode when needed.
We’re looking for a Christian babysitter who... More

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$10–26/hr
Nashville, TN • 24 miles away

Part time sitter for one baby

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a loving family with a oneyearold daughter. Our home is filled with warmth and care. One parent is a physician, while the other is a stay-at-home mom dedicated to nurturing our daughter’s growth and happiness. We value kindness, communication, and providing a safe, supportive environment for... More

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$25/hr
Nashville, TN • 24 miles away

Nashville Church Needs Help in Nursery on...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

Nashville, TN Church Needs Help in Nursery!
Christmas Eve, Dec. 24th: 2:00-5:00pm
Paying $25/hr
To book this job, create a profile at https://SitterTree.com

SitterTree is a child care app that connects sitters with child care jobs with families and churches paying $17-$25+/hr, plus tips! We... More

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$22–27/hr
Franklin, TN • 12 miles away

Part-time sitter to transport kiddos to...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! I’m a single mom with three sweet all totally different children. I love them being an activities, but sometimes that gets pretty crazy with me working full-time in Nashville. I am a therapist at a mental health treatment, and so really want to find somebody kind and loving and patient for my... More

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$22–26/hr
Franklin, TN • 12 miles away

Part-time after school sitter

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We have four kiddos-three elementary age, one with autism and a sweet girl in Middle School.

My husband and I are looking for someone who is available 3-4 afternoons a week to pick up kids from school, and help with homework and dinner! We have four kids and one with autism. We need someone who... More

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$20–24/hr
Franklin, TN • 13 miles away

Looking for a longterm occasional nanny

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Moved to area recently and looking to establish and nanny we can use as needed. Mostly during long holidays and summer vacations.

Coordinate daily activities and crafts. Our kids love pushed activities and are adventurous

We live in Franklin close to Cool Springs

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$10–15/hr
Murfreesboro, TN • 25 miles away

Occasionally

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi I’m Crystal and I’m in need of a sitter from time to time to helpnout.
Stay at my house at night from 8-6 to watch my grandson cause I work third shift.

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$15–25/hr
Spring Hill, TN • Less than a mile

Flexible Part-Time Infant Sitter Needed...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are the Laws family, a loving family of four that recently moved to the area from Memphis, TN. Our family consists of Jammion, a self-employed business owner, Amber, an Assistant Community Director for Elmington Property Management, and our two wonderful little girls. We enjoy spending quality... More

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$23–28/hr
Brentwood, TN • 18 miles away

Driving to and from school

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

This position would be driving kids to and from school every other Monday through Friday starting at 7 am to 9 am an and again from 2:40 pm to 4 pm. Must have own transportation and get along well with children. Background check prior to hire.

This position would be driving kids to and from school... More

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$10–27/hr
Nashville, TN • 24 miles away

Part time childcare / no housework

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 5:30pm

Hello! My name is Jamilah amd I have 3 children aged 5(F), 8(M), amd 9(M).
I am in need of daily school pickup as well as taking my child to a lesson after school on Tuesday and Thursday each week
The location is in south Nashville near the zoo

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$22–26/hr
Franklin, TN • 12 miles away

Part-time sitter for infant boy in Franklin

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have a 3.5 month old baby boy, our first kid. No pets in the house.
We need help with occasional sitting when mom needs to run errands during the week.

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$13–15/hr
Columbia, TN • 13 miles away

After school care and pickup

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 5:30pm

I am single mom of 3 kids. I have a 6 year old 4 year old and 1 year old.
I need a sitter to pickmy. Girls up from school 2-4 days a week and bring them home.
Usually it will be Monday through Wednesday and possibly Thursday. If

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$15–20/hr
Nashville, TN • 24 miles away

Part time sitter for an infant and toddler

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Me and my husband work full time and i have a 2 month and a 20 month old . Both of them go to full daycare , but the daycare has several days off where we have to work . We are looking for coverage on those days at our home in the nippers corner area.

Tomo oct 11 : just infant
Oct 14 Monday:... More

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