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
Rocky Hill, CT • 11 miles away

Before-school care for two elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 8:30am (flexible)

We are looking for before-school care for our two elementary school students on most weekdays during the school year.
We need our sitter to arrive for 6:30 in the morning, make sure the kids have breakfast and get dressed and prepared for school, and get them safely on the bus which comes by... More

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$15–25/hr
Middlebury, CT • 17 miles away

Part-time sitter for beautiful infant baby...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:30am - 8:30pm (flexible)

We are a busy blended multicultural family. Most of dad's time is spent working in NY and mom works from home. The adult sibling in the household works odd hours so care is needed for our new addition.
Mom works a few hours in the morning and a few hours in the evening. Childcare while mom is... More

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$20–24/hr
Wolcott, CT • 10 miles away

Part-time sitter for two toddlers.

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We have two children, ages 3 and 4. We need a babysitter from 8am-1pm 3 days a week until late August when my oldest will be going to school, then it will be only the three year old three days a week.
Watch the kids at my home, prepare lunch for them and snack. Play with them and entertain... More

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$20–24/hr
Moodus, CT • 18 miles away

T/Th care for infant & preschooler, before...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We're a family with 3 kids- a soon to be kindergarten boy, 3-year-old girl, and baby boy who will be about 5 months when I need to go back to work! Our daughter will be in preschool some days a week but those days are flexible.
Looking for someone to help us on Tuesdays and Thursdays every week and... More

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$20–25/hr
Plymouth, CT • 16 miles away

Before School Care Needed!

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 8:30am

We are a family of 5 + 1 pet. We are looking for help before school approximately 2 hours a day.
Dad would leave at 6:30am. Please ensure kids eat breakfast, and book bags are packed with their lunch bags, water bottles. Have them use the restroom before heading out the door. School bus arrives... More

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$20–30/hr
New Haven, CT • 16 miles away

Part-time sitter for a loving 6- and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We're a chill but fun-loving family of four who live in a walkable area in New Haven. Both kids are in school full-time. Our older son is passionate about drawing and reading, and our younger daughter is bubbly and physically active. They get along really well together and with others. Both... More

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$10–20/hr
Farmington, CT • 13 miles away

Part-time sitter for one toddler, near...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am

We are a warm and loving family of four, consisting of Dad, Mom, our son, and our Grandma. We are looking for someone that would provide basic care for our son, reading books, playing games, or doing arts and crafts and to ensure his safety and to follow routines as bedtime approaches.

Please... More

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$20–23/hr
Hartford, CT • 17 miles away

Part-time nanny for 2 children in Hartford

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 7:00pm

We are a family of four with twin girls, one of whom is on the autism spectrum.
The job includes picking the girls up from school, getting them to activities, making sure homework is done and warming up dinner.

We are looking for a safe driver and will provide you with a vehicle to use with the... More

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$22–25/hr
Milford, CT • 24 miles away

Date night sitter for two fun little girls

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We have two girls, 3.5 and 1 and a 10 year old golden doodle. Looking for a regular date day/night sitter and occasional weekday hours.

Date nights would consist of potentially dinner and bath time with bedtime. Most times we put them down before we leave and it’s making sure all is quiet... More

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$15–19/hr
Hartford, CT • 17 miles away

Looking for a bright, patient and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for someone to work with our 2 yr old FT (and our 6yr old PT ie after school/during breaks). We have pets, are located in Northerneastern CT & would prefer you to have transport. If interested, please provide a copy of your resume & availability to interview ASAP. Thank you! ... More

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$10–15/hr
Hartford, CT • 16 miles away

Reliable, occasional sitter wanted to...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/11

12:00am - 1:00am

Very sweet and social 9 year old boy. Seeking a reliable , trustworthy sitter.
Food preparation, changing , occasionally sitter. Put to bed if evening sitting .
This is for Friday evenings, Saturday (flexible), Sunday (flexible) . I like to schedule a few days in advance

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$15–18/hr
New Haven, CT • 17 miles away

Occasional Weekend Sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Our two boys love building, playing games, reading books, and being silly.

We’re looking for someone to spend a couple of hours with them so we can have date nights again!

We live in Westville, right across from Edgewood Park.

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$18–20/hr
Marlborough, CT • 19 miles away

Looking for sitter for 2 year old son

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 8:00pm

I work from home and I am looking for a sitter to watch my active 2 year old.

Responsibilities would include feeding him (meals will be prepared and set aside ahead of time by me), cleaning up after meals, diaper changes, and engaging him in learning activities.

Ideal candidate has experience... More

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$19–23/hr
Guilford, CT • 16 miles away

Part time sitter for a 3.5 year old and 21...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for someone who has flexibility in the next month and a half or so on tuesdays/wednesdays/thursdays with varying hours but generally within the hours of 8am and 5pm. We have two kids, Maddi, who is 3.5 and Max, who will be 2 in July. We are currently potty training Max so we will need some... More

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