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.

$10–13/hr
Huntsville, AL • 12 miles away

Sitter needed for certain occasions for 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Single mom of 2 and we’re new to the area. My daughter is 3 (soon to be 4) and my son is 2.

Keep busy and entertained, fix snack/lunch. They’re pretty self sufficient and usually keep each other busy for the most part.

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$10–15/hr
Madison, AL • 18 miles away

Occasional early morning/ overnight sitter...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Three kids, one 9 month, an almost 3 year old, and a thirteen year old.
Looking for someone to just be there in the event of some type of emergency while the kids sleep between when I have to be to work and my spouse returns home when his rotation is overnight.
Position is very occasional. Hours... More

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$10–21/hr
Huntsville, AL • 8 miles away

Sitter needed for an energetic Preschooler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 11:00pm

A sitter is needed to pick him up from school and keep an eye on him till bedtime. There is also a friendly dog that will need to be fed.

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$18–22/hr
Huntsville, AL • 8 miles away

Temp Sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 4:30pm

My Daughter will be attending reading/math camp during the month of June. We are in need of a "sitter" to pick her up and hang out with her until my Husband gets off of work. Details below.

Start Date: June 4th
End Date: June 27th

Days: Tues, Weds, Thurs

Pickup Time: 1:30 PM
Husband gets off of... More

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$14–16/hr
Meridianville, AL • 6 miles away

Part time sitter for 3 little ones

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 11:00am

We have 2 year old twins and a 9 month old. We need coverage in between me and my husband going to work.
give them already prepared breakfast, change diapers and entertain until my husband gets home.
Friday and Saturday 6am-1030am

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$14–20/hr
Huntsville, AL • 4 miles away

Temporary Nanny in Huntsville

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! I’m looking for a sitter for my 7 year old daughter while I am working in Huntsville Alabama for a few days.

Take care of my daughter while I am at work Wednesday April 24 and Thursday April 25. Explore around Huntsville. I will provide money for you all go to on any experiences like museums.... More

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$10–19/hr
Ardmore, AL • 15 miles away

Full time sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 10:00pm

I have a 18 month old daughter and a 2 years son their names are Jasmine and Felix
Just basic care, trying to get Felix potty trained but it's not working for me
Sometimes My schedule changes looking for someone between Ardmore AL and Decatur AL

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$15–22/hr
Madison, AL • 18 miles away

Occasional sitter needed for preschooler...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of 4 plus 2 dogs. We are a very relaxed household, my 3 year old gets TV time but much rather run around or paint. We are homebodies but enjoy getting out and hiking with family.

I am a stay at home mom that does freelance work on the side. Having some me time to go upstairs to the... More

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$19–23/hr
Owens Cross Roads, AL • 14 miles away

Recurring part time sitter needed for two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My family and I are well diverse and respectable individuals. We show kindness and love to everyone and love our kids more than anything.
We only require the sitter to be a presence. Our daughters know their routine and their bedtimes.

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$15–23/hr
Huntsville, AL • 12 miles away

In home sitter for my 2 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 2:00pm

Hi, My name is Brea. My husband and I are looking for someone to care for our 2 year old.
I am looking for a sitter to care for my 2 year old in my home and spend about 30 mins to an hour a day doing some schooling.

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$10–12/hr
Athens, AL • 16 miles away

Sitter needed for 3 days a week for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am

Single dad looking for child care 3 days a week for my 4 year old son.
Just child care, prepare his breakfast and lunch. no additional work required
I work form home on Mondays and Fridays, just need someone for the other 3 days. I am ok if you have a child you would need to bring with you.

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$10–20/hr
Laceys Spring, AL • 18 miles away

Occasional sitter for my 3 year old son

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi, My name is Stephen. I'm looking for an occasional babysitter for my 3 year old named Phoenix. He's a happy go lucky little fellow. Listens well and is pretty easy going.
Have their own transportation. Providing child care for Phoenix includes watching him and feeding him.

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$17–21/hr
New Market, AL • 12 miles away

Part time sitter for adorable 6mth old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My Daughter N law needs some help during the day for a couple of hours. Child is 6mth old
Hold the baby, rock and play with him. Sitting outside in the sun, and taking him walking around the yard.

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$12–15/hr
Owens Cross Roads, AL • 14 miles away

Occasional Sitter for (almost) 3yo Girl +

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Our girl is turning 3 soon, potty-trained but needs reminders.
1 cat and 3 dogs (dogs are closed in a room but you need to be comfortable letting them outside periodically).

Looking for evening/weekend babysitting as needed, will include: nap, easy meal prep, clean up after her, indoor/outdoor... More

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