$11–19/hr
Roanoke, VA • 12 miles away

Full-time sitter for a very energetic...

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We have a 10 year old daughter and a very strong willed 3 year old boy
Looking for a sitter who can watch my son mostly as he has speech development issues and has a bpi injury.

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$39–40/hr
Salem, VA • 13 miles away

Nanny Needed this week!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 11:00am (flexible)

Sitter needed for two boys in Salem, Va.
You’ll need to help them get ready in the morning and take them to school in Blacksburg (35 mins away.)

You will need to have your own car and be able to drive the kids.

Then you will pick them up at 3:15 and stay with them until 5:30.

You must... More

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$17–21/hr
Roanoke, VA • 14 miles away

Need a date night sitter for two little boys

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Two little boys ages six and ten. We are looking for someone for date nights to be able to watch the boys! We moved here from Texas a year ago and are still building our village here. We do have a pet bunny so if you’re allergic we might not be the best fit.
Watch the kiddos and make sure they are... More

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$17–21/hr
Roanoke, VA • 14 miles away

Healthcare heroes need a sitter hero

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 7:00pm

Family of Healthcare professionals needs help with their 3 kids: 16, 8, and 5
Sitter would need to help with early morning bus and afternoon bus, along with occasional doctors appointments

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$18–22/hr
Roanoke, VA • 12 miles away

Part-time sitter for newborn

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 6:00pm

Hi! We are a family of four, including myself, my partner and our 3 year old and our newborn. I will be returning to work and we are looking for someone who can give our newborn love and care during this big transition.
Provide care for newborn while we are working, there are no expectations of... More

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$10–20/hr
Bent Mountain, VA • 22 miles away

Occasional Sitter for One 3-year-old and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have two kids who are fun and have great personalities. My 3-year-old son is rambunctious and loves to be outside. My 9-month-old daughter is a bit of a diva but very loving once she knows you. She has special needs and uses a feeding tube to eat.
Watch the kids during the day when I need to work... More

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$10–16/hr
Daleville, VA • Less than a mile

Full-time sitter for infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm

Hi! We are a flexible and laidback family looking for a full time babysitter to watch our little boy.
The sitter will change his diaper, feed, play, and support child with any of his needs. The sitter will not complete housework
We currently live in Daleville. We can occasionally be flexible on days... More

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Babysitting FAQ

How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

Babysitting jobs in your area

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Full-time sitter for a very energetic...

Full-time sitter for a very energetic...

Nanny Needed this week!

Nanny Needed this week!

Need a date night sitter for two little boys

Need a date night sitter for two little boys

Healthcare heroes need a sitter hero

Healthcare heroes need a sitter hero

Part-time sitter for newborn

Part-time sitter for newborn

Occasional Sitter for One 3-year-old and...

Occasional Sitter for One 3-year-old and...

Full-time sitter for infant

Full-time sitter for infant

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Babysitting FAQ

How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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