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.

$10–11/hr
Rincon, GA • Less than a mile

Part-time sitter for a sweet and energetic...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family of 3. I am a veteran so I’m needing help while working. I have a sweet and an amazing 5-year-old.
Be social, friendly, and attentive. Making sure he is safe and ok at all times.
Monday-Friday. 8am till afternoon.

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$10–12/hr
Savannah, GA • 21 miles away

Looking for full-time sitter in my home...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

Hello, we are a young family of 4. We are newer to the Savannah area. We love to be outside and are always finding things to keep busy.
Looking for someone to come to our home while my husband and I work. We need care for our 7 month old daughter and occasionally our 4 year old son. Meals would be... More

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$15–18/hr
Pineland, SC • 21 miles away

Part- time sitter for“Twins”

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 6:00pm

I have 3 children. I am looking to go back to work . I have a set of twins (6 months) in which I am seeking nanny/sitter for .
Cares for both infants, including feeding, diapering, and dressing. Meets the physical, social, and emotional needs of children in their care. Provides structure and... More

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$16–20/hr
Savannah, GA • 21 miles away

Part time nanny for seven month old twin...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

I have 7 month twin girls. We Live in southside Savannah. Would like someone every Monday from 8 to 5 must have your own transportation.
FeedFeed the girls, do tummy time. Play with them, love on them. Generally enjoy them. They are sweet girls.

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$13–19/hr
Pooler, GA • 12 miles away

Part-time sitter for a tenacious 2.5 year...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello we are the Lett family of 3 with a friendly family dog. We are a retired military family originally from Georgia. We have an almost 3 year old toddler, who we need help with occasionally while we are at work or events to attend. We have a lot of fun activities to do in the house for our busy... More

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$17–21/hr
Pooler, GA • 12 miles away

Part Time Nanny for Two Awesome Preschoolers!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 6:00pm

Pooler family in need to a nanny for two children, a boy and girl, ages 4 and 5. This will be a bi weekly job, per custody agreement.
The sitter will need to provide a safe environment for the kids, provide lunch/snacks, and activities.
Schedule: M-F 8am to 5:30pm
Location: Pooler, GA

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$13–18/hr
Savannah, GA • 21 miles away

Part-time babysitter for two wonderful girls

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 4:00pm

Emma is 3 and going to school Monday- Wednesday- and Friday
Brooklyn is 9 months old
Take care of the girls, play with them, change diapers for 9 month. Provide good environment to the girls, no neglect and communication between babysitter and parents
I’m in the Army which requires me to leave... More

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$16–20/hr
Pooler, GA • 12 miles away

2 weeks a month for two little loving...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm

My name is Jeremy I am a single father to two littles Ellie and Owen ages 4 and 5. I need very other week assistance m-f.
Ellie and Owen are pretty Independent, and I am looking for a friendly good credentialed nanny to assist with them throughout the week while I am away working. During summer no... More

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$15–20/hr
Bluffton, SC • 20 miles away

Part-time nanny needed for an adorable 2...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

We are helping a young family find an after school nanny for their adorable 2 year old!
Mom just wants her little girl to have a fun day, everyday! Playing, painting, reading, no tv/screens, play doh, coloring, singing and dancing!
Old Town Bluffton, 3 hours a day in the afternoons. Flexible on... More

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$10–13/hr
Guyton, GA • 10 miles away

Part time sitter for almost 2 yr old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a very fun family that loves to be outside and learning! Looking for someone who can help watch after my little one

Someone to watch over my son while I work, have fun, take him outside & feed him !

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$10–15/hr
Savannah, GA • 21 miles away

Occasional sitter for toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for someone to sit for us on occasional date nights. Our daughter is 1.5 years old. We would need someone who is comfortable with bed time.

Snacks and/or meals for toddler
Warm milk
Change diapers
Bedtime routine

We are located on the west side of Savannah. We are looking... More

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$17–21/hr
Bluffton, SC • 20 miles away

Babysitting job for happy 5 year old boy!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 10:30pm

Hi I’m Kasey, I’m 24 and am a waitress but am in nursing school, I have a 5 year old boy named Jay. Jay is special needs, he has CP so he’s a little behind developmentally and has trouble with independent movement (he’s in a wheelchair)! He’s super easygoing and fun, he loves to be read to, watch... More

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$13–20/hr
Bluffton, SC • 20 miles away

Part time sitter that can help with a 8...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

Working family. Mother goes to school and father travels for work. Need someone to help get kids prepared for the day.
Take kids to practice/camp and prepare lunch/dinner. Need someone to help drive the kids to practice and camp then prepare meals as needed.

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$35–40/hr
Savannah, GA • 16 miles away

Seeking one night of care for four...

4 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/08

12:00am - 6:00am

Hello! We are a group of two families traveling from Charlotte, NC to Savannah for the night. We have four girls between us, all very good friends. Two are 7 and two are 10. They are well adjusted, good natured kids.
We are staying at the JW Marriott, and our care provider will be asked to set up... More

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What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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