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.

$18–20/hr
Silver Spring, MD • 19 miles away

Looking for a Caring Companion for my...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

Hello! I’m seeking a caring companion for my little one who lives close to Leisure world or Aspen hill , MD while I go to work on Tuesday, Thursday, and every other Saturday and every other Friday from 4:30 AM to5:00pm. Starting on January first week. If you’re interested, please reach out!

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$20–27/hr
Springfield, VA • 11 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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$20–30/hr
Rockville, MD • 15 miles away

Looking for a homework sitter for a...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am looking for an after-school sitter to supervise my 2nd grader son to complete his homework around 4:30-5:30pm (start and end time flexible). He knows how to do it. Just need to make sure that he stays on his task and completes his homework.

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$15–25/hr
Clinton, MD • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter for one energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for a part-time sitter for occasional baby sitting on Tuesday's mostly, and on an as-need basis.

Kids: 1
Age: 2 years
Personality: Happy, Active (likes to play with toys, run around, learn/read), Diva (Star of the Show, but a sweetheart)
Job Duties: Preparing food/snacks (most of it... More

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

Afternoon and early evening caregiver needed

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 6:30pm

Hello. We have two beautiful and lovely children. Julia is 17 and Brooke is 10. We love the outdoors and staying busy and active. ?
We are looking for a great caregiver for 2 children in Arlington. Julia is 17 and autistic. She is very easy, happy. Sweet, and loving. She loves neighborhood walks,... More

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$10–23/hr
Washington, DC • 16 miles away

Late nights and weekends. Overnights...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Fun non traditional family looking for help with 3 year old daughter. Occasional help which would include household duties.
Late nights and weekends. The all in one babysitter. We need someone who is flexible, fun, and goes with the flow.

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$16–20/hr
Greenbelt, MD • 25 miles away

Nanny/Babysitter/Helper

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

We are a family of four with two loving and happy daughters looking for a kind and caring person who loves children to support our childcare needs.
We are looking for a nanny/babysitter/helper to support us with pick-ups/drop-offs, getting the kids ready for school and bedtime, and light house... More

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$21–30/hr
Alexandria, VA • 16 miles away

Part time sitter needed for 2 kiddos in...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Have 2 children, Ruby 6.5 and Eli 4. We live in Old Town Alexandria with our dog opal.
Play with the kids, serve dinner that we will prepare or order and do bedtime so we can do date nights
Live in Old Town Alexandria in a townhouse with a yard. Looking for a babysitter so we can do date nights... More

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$22–30/hr
Arlington, VA • 12 miles away

After school nanny for 5 and 8 year old boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30am - 7:30am (flexible)

We are looking for a responsible caregiver to assist us after school and before bed. We are looking for help picking our two boys up from their schools (elementary, junior kinder), and providing dinner (of course helping them to learn to clean up after themselves is great too). This role is... More

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$23–50/hr
Arlington, VA • 15 miles away

Sitter needed for Feisty Teachable Toddler

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 02/07

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

Small family of 3 soon to be 4 looking for help as we welcome our latest member.
We need a sitter who can watch our little guy during this transition period and help with light housework and meals while his parents are away.

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$20–24/hr
Alexandria, VA • 12 miles away

Occasional babysitting

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

4 kind, curious, and considerate kiddos who occasionally need a babysitter when school is closed (grades 7, 5, 4, and K) . Also looking for occasional weekend or evening care!

Looking for a responsible, experienced babysitter who can keep 1 middle schooler and sometimes 3 elementary aged kids off... More

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$12–20/hr
Fairfax, VA • 4 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 • 24 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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$18–23/hr
Silver Spring, MD • 18 miles away

Need a driving sitter from silver spring...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

We have a 5 year old elementary aged child who goes to highland view in silver spring MD

We need a sitter on Fridays to pick our son up from silver spring elementary school and bring him to Woodbridge VA. We don’t mind if you have school aged children in the car as well while transporting

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