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.

$20–25/hr
Columbia, TN • 14 miles away

Mon-Wed extra pair of eyes/hands for our...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We both have very busy schedules. My wife works from home and has a difficult time caring for our youngest daughter while she is trying to work in the office. I am gone at the hospital most days until later in the evenings so by the time I get home they are close to bath/bed

Our daughter is in the... More

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

Occasional Date Night Sitter for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for our two children, ages 7 & 9 years old for the occasional date night (1-2 times per month). Our kids are very well behaved and are easy to put to bed with early bed times (latest 7:30). The ideal candidate would be engaging… playing board games and... More

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$21–30/hr
Nashville, TN • 21 miles away

Occasional babysitter needed. No cleaning...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am recently single and will be needing help with my 7 year old son from time to time.
Maybe pick him up form school, sit with him at the house until I get out of work. OR sit with him in the evenings while I have work events
I would prefer you stayed here with him while I work. This would only be... More

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$10–14/hr
Thompsons Station, TN • 3 miles away

ISO sitter for sweet boy toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a sitter that will be able to put our 11 month old to bed whil my husband and I go dance dates. The pay is $12/hr, with a $36 min payout each time. We will provide dinner and you are welcome to watch tv while he sleeps. Low maintenance and fun job. Message me for more details!

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$18–20/hr
Nashville, TN • 24 miles away

Sitter for 2 sweet toddlers (2.5 yrs and 5...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 11/21

4:30pm - 8:30pm

We are a family of 4 in the Green Hills area. We have two little girls, ages 2.5 and 5 years old.
For this particular evening, we need the girls to be fed dinner (we will provide food); and then given a bath and put to bed by 7:30/8pm.

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$15/hr
Franklin, TN • 12 miles away

Part time sitter for 6 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

We’re looking for a sitter for our 6-month-old son to start the first week of December. The position will begin as three days a week (typically 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM) through the end of the year, increasing to four days a week in the new year, totaling about 20-25 hours weekly. There may be occasional... More

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$12–20/hr
Thompsons Station, TN • 3 miles away

Part time for one year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 10:00am (flexible)

Hi, we are first time parents living in Thompson Station. We are looking for a lovely nanny to help us at least twice a week when we are at work.
Babysit during the day, take care of baby. (diaper changes, feed, sleep, play and take for walks)
Start off once a week and will change to twice a week.

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$15–16/hr
Nashville, TN • 24 miles away

part-time sitter for sweet boy.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 3:30pm (flexible)

I am a single mom to one boy. and i’m slowly getting back into work. I am a server working on becoming a teacher. and i am just looking for a little more help.

I need someone to watch my baby and keep his daily schedule. this just includes mealtimes and nap times.

i’m located in south nashville. More

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$22–28/hr
Spring Hill, TN • Less than a mile

Seeking date night sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 7:00pm

We are a fun family, we laugh a lot, and we're all very tight knit. We have a 6 year old and 9 year old and two cats
We are looking for a date night sitter for our 6 and 9 year old children. Need someone fun and engaging, able to do crafts, be creative, meal preps, and light housekeeping.
We are... More

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

Part time (low hours) for infant baby boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We just had Bexton 3 weeks ago and unfortunately have to go back to work. I do work from home but have a demanding job and could use some help!

My main need is Wednesdays watching Bex from 10am-2pm. I have the most meetings this day but could also use some help other days potentially too.

At... More

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$20–25/hr
Nashville, TN • 25 miles away

Part time Tutor wanted

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My son is10 and is being homeschooled. We need help with tutoring him during this window from 9 to 12 noon

You will help him with online classes and writing exercises. You will take breaks with him and find fun ways to exercise

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

Part time loving sitter needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Quigley is a super sweet and fun loving 39 month old who is in need of afternoon supervision so his mom and stepdad can work.

Quigley loves trucks, dinosaurs, minions, and being silly!

General supervision - snacks, interaction, and a friendly face to hang out with and watch Pixar movies... More

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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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$15–23/hr
Brentwood, TN • 18 miles away

Babysitting for 8 months old girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am (flexible)

Hello. Having two kids- 8 and 6 years . But need help with just little one

Take care of 8 7months old baby. Feed ,putting her sleep for nap .
I need sitter for twice a week from 10am to 5 pm.
Thank you

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