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.

$18–22/hr
Elkton, MD • 19 miles away

Part-time babysitter for 2 energetic boys!

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a blended family. Mom (Corrine) with 2 boys, Malaki & Mavrick. Ages 4 & 2. Step dad (Demetrius). We also have a dog named Parker. He’s very friendly and good with people.

We are looking to find someone who can babysit the boys every Sunday starting at 5pm until 11:30pm. Boys will need... More

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$15–18/hr
Smyrna, DE • 7 miles away

part-time sitter for calm, happy,loving 2...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a 2-year-old daughter and live with my family. While I'm grateful for their help, I'm looking to hire my own babysitter to reduce my reliance on them and have more consistent childcare.
I would need the sitter to watch over my child, play with my child, take her to fun places (extra... More

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$10–16/hr
Bear, DE • 16 miles away

Part time sitter only on sundays for My...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a small family living in the house my mom and sister with her two kids. Then my son will be your only responsibility we are very friendly and welcoming.
I need some supervision for my one year old day care are not open on weekends. a 12hr shift 5am - 5pm
Only on sundays in the bear location

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$10–15/hr
Wilmington, DE • 24 miles away

Urgently seeking Sitter for 2 funny fun...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Busy working night Mama, working 10hr shifts at Amazon then Nail school right after. Indeed of aSitter on a complicated Schedule. Bonus offered every other month if you can stay with us past 3 months. ??

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$16–20/hr
Cheswold, DE • 12 miles away

Part time person for transportation from...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

Hi, we are a two parent family that works after 6 on certain days. We have a small dog and a rabbit.
We’re looking for a responsible person to pick up our 13 year old daughter from cheer practice and bring her home from school since her school doesn’t offer transportation.

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$10–15/hr
Kenton, DE • 11 miles away

Occasional sitter for 4 year old sweet girl

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for occasional sitter to give husband and I time out together. We have 2 small dogs and horses as well.

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$15–20/hr
Bear, DE • 16 miles away

Part time after school care for two great...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am

I have an 8 year old daughter (2nd grader) and a 5 year old son (kindergartener). We have two dogs, Australian shepherd and Dutch shepherd, a rabbit and a bearded dragon.
Get the kids off the bus, help with homework, feed them a snack, and have fun.
More hours will be available if the school is... More

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$10–15/hr
Newark, DE • 16 miles away

Weekly Babysitter for a 3-month-old baby

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 4:00pm

We are looking for a babysitter for our 3 months old baby. the babysitter would look after our baby in our home while we work from home Monday through Friday.

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$20–24/hr
Newark, DE • 23 miles away

Part Time sitter needed

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Single Dad with a 4 yr old daughter. She is transitioning after custody court
Help with baby sit and tutoring on off school day. On holidays and some Fridays

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$13–14/hr
Wilmington, DE • 24 miles away

babysitter/nanny needed

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 4:30pm

Hello! I am a single parent with 4 children. They are all under the age of 6 years old. We love to go for walks, watch Disney + and are super laid back. I work at a horse farm and we have a doggie too!
I need my kids to be picked up from school and watched for a bit till I get home from work.... More

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$10–16/hr
Newark, DE • 16 miles away

Occasional sitter ones or twice a month.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for someone to cover once or twice a month for date night. Three to four hours.
Entertain my child and get him to bed if possible. Walk and clean up after my dog.
6 or 7pm to 8 or 9pm

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$20–24/hr
Newark, DE • 16 miles away

Part-Time/PRN needed for not 1, not 2, but...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of 5. Dad and I work and the kids need someone to watch over them and help with homework until I get off of work (11:15 pm) and home before midnight. Occasionally picking the two school children up from school is also needed.

Encourage my 12 year old and 6 year old to get their... More

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