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.

$21–50/hr
Marbury, MD • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a babysitter for our infant starting on February 3, 2025, with a flexible start date. Responsibilities include preparing and cleaning bottles and formula, ensuring bedtime routines. The babysitter must be comfortable with pets and can handle light housekeeping tasks. A reliable car is... More

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$15–18/hr
Merrifield, VA • 18 miles away

Seeking Reliable Babysitter for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! We are looking for an energetic and responsible sitter for two children, ages toddler and preschool. The job starts on January 21, 2025, but the start date is flexible. The sitter will work Monday to Friday from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (primarily, if schedule changes, sitter will be informed in... More

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$25/hr
Aldie, VA • 16 miles away

Responsible Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a reliable babysitter for our two elementary-aged children starting January 4, 2025, with some flexibility on the start date. The sitter will supervise playtime, assist with homework, prepare meals and snacks, and manage bedtime routines. Candidates must have their own car for transportation... More

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$10–15/hr
Manassas, VA • 6 miles away

Experienced Babysitter for Preschool Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

We seek a baby aitter whi can pick up my aon to daycare and stay at my place until I get hime at 8:30pm. My hours are rotation so during days and weeks that I am scheduled an until 8pm at work. I need a reliable hhonest and experience sitter who loves kids and knows how to drive safe. Preferably... More

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$23–25/hr
Falls Church, VA • 22 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Children,...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for two children, ages preschool and elementary. The start date is flexible. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, helping with bedtime routines, and assisting with toilet training. The ideal candidate has their own car for transportation.... More

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$22–26/hr
Mc Lean, VA • 23 miles away

Drive a 15 yo to airport and check her...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 02/14

2:30pm - 5:30pm

We need a babysitter to care for one middle school child on February 14, 2025, from 2:30 PM to 5:00. The candidate must have their own car and be able to drive the child to the airport or Union Station and check them into the flight/train. Please apply only if you meet these requirements.

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$22–24/hr
Ashburn, VA • 22 miles away

Caring/Flexible Babysitter Needed for Kiddos

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi! We are looking for someone to watch our twin 3y/o's, but also assist our 5y/o & 9y/o if they need something/prep meals which is the same food the twins eat. Definitely hoping to find someone who has dealt with toddlers & multiple kids - fully understands the multitasking dynamic. Unfortunately,... More

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$14–18/hr
Mc Lean, VA • 24 miles away

Mommy's Helper Needed - light...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to help our family in the evenings on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Looking for a mommy's helper to prepare healthy afterschool snack for kids, do laundry, prepare dinner, manage bedtime routines/showers. The children are in KG... More

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$10–35/hr
Herndon, VA • 20 miles away

New baby due…need contingency plan to...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 02/15 - 02/16

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

Working parents with 22 month son expecting arrival of second child Feb 17th. Looking for flexible option to care for toddler over night if baby comes early and family has not yet arrived to help.

Prepare snack/dinner and put child to bed. Stay with child over night as needed depending on progress... More

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$20–27/hr
Springfield, VA • 17 miles away

Regular Saturday morning sitter for two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 9:30am

Hi there!

I'm looking for a regular Saturday morning sitter from 6:45-10:00am for my two boys, ages 3 and 7. Duties would involve getting the three year old out of bed and dressed for the day, giving them breakfast (usually already made), and playing with them.

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$20–45/hr
Ashburn, VA • 19 miles away

Flexible Sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Someone who can be flexible for help once a week or every other week with about a weeks notice. Occasionally during afternoons or evenings during the week or Saturdays, sometimes mornings.
We have a 7 year old boy who is being homeschooled and a 12 year old girl.
Dad has on-call travel schedule... More

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$20–27/hr
Springfield, VA • 19 miles away

Before School care (Potentially after...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 9:00am

I'm looking for a babysitter for before school care for my 5 year old daughter. I usually leave for work about 0700 and my daughter starts school at 0905. Her school is within walking distance of our house. Would be responsible for helping to get her up and preapred for school, then walking her to... More

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$12–20/hr
Fairfax, VA • 13 miles away

Part time flexible childcare

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for part-time flexible childcare. 10-20 hours per week Tuesday with flex Mon/Wed/Thurs mornings. Located near Fairfax Wegmans. Boy 4yrs old Girl 2 yrs old. Perfect for homeschool/high school student, college student with flexible schedule, nanny share, or mom with another toddler. Message me... More

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$10–16/hr
Warrenton, VA • 10 miles away

Looking for reliable sitter for one year old.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Family looking for reliable sitter to watch our 1 year old son. We work remote and will be in the room during the required hours.
Watch our 1 year old son while we work throughout the day. Hours can vary may not need sitter for the entire day.
Located in a safe neighborhood. Great for... More

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