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.

$19–23/hr
Gainesville, GA • 19 miles away

Part-time Sitter for two energetic little...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/25

2:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

Hi hello my name is Tamika and as a family of 2 children me and my husband find it hard to spend quality time with just the two of us.
Occasional sitting with engagement in play, homework, and lighthouse keeping
In home Gainesville

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$15–19/hr
Chestnut Mountain, GA • 25 miles away

Part time sitter for brother and sister

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We're a family of four plus one cat. We love spending time outside, do crafts and playing sports.
Play with the kids, feed them dinner, bath them (sometimes) and put to bed.
Need someone in the afternoon to evening.

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$13–22/hr
Cumming, GA • 24 miles away

Regular Sitter for Two Kiddos

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We recently moved to Georgia and are looking for help watching our little ones while my husband and I work from home.

Babysit our 3 year old and 9 month old

Prepare snacks and lunch for our toddler

Light cleaning after the kiddos (rinse dishes from meal prep, put away toys)

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$10–15/hr
Chestnut Mountain, GA • 25 miles away

Part-time Sitter needed with flexible...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 2:30pm

Hello! Searching for a sitter for our son! Our son is 15 months old and we also have dogs and cats in the home. Hoping to find someone who can help interact and engage with our kiddo!
We are looking for someone to interact and play with our son. We do not allow screen time and really support... More

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$18–31/hr
Dawsonville, GA • 12 miles away

Occasional sitter for one outdoorsy boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

my husband and I have our first and only child who is 18 mo old. He likes lots of interaction with others and enjoys sitting and reading. He loves to be outside. He signs his needs and is able to say a few key words to communicate.
I’d like for the sitter to take my son to the park or do other... More

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$11–13/hr
Gainesville, GA • 13 miles away

Summer Dream Job Alert!! Join our team of...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am

KE Camps is a leading provider of country club summer day camps for children aged 4-12. With locations nationwide, we offer a dynamic and fun-filled environment where campers can explore new activities, build friendships, and create lasting memories.
We are looking for fun, responsible, creative,... More

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$11–14/hr
Dawsonville, GA • 12 miles away

NEED SOMEONE ASAP

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Two kiddos, one in Kindergarten- and the other is turning 3 in just a couple weeks! Looking for someone who has MAJOR experience with two kids at once, and is also comfortable driving with them.

Homework, fun activities for the summer, light cleaning if needed, must be comfortable with dogs.

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$12–15/hr
Clermont, GA • 12 miles away

Babysitter for a 1 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 11:00pm (flexible)

Hi, we just moved here. We are looking for a sitter for our son! He is almost two. :)
I don’t have premium but if you are interested text my number for my info and send over your resume & references.

Mia (mom)

Typical babysitter care, meals, diapers, nap, playtime, outside time,... More

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$10–22/hr
Cumming, GA • 22 miles away

need part-time sitter for 1-3 energetic...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for occassional sitter to watch our children whenever we have errands or events.

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$15/hr
Cumming, GA • 22 miles away

Mother’s helper needed during summer!

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 4:00pm

We have 4 kids under 4.

They love playing, exploring, reading, singing, scootering and doing obstacle courses.

Care includes feeding meals and bottles, putting down for naps, diaper changes, helping with meal preparation, cleaning up after playing, and engaging in activities with the... More

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$18–22/hr
Oakwood, GA • 21 miles away

Part time sitter for energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My sonsname is Kasiyas he is very sweet likes to play w toys and watch bluey
Dinner time feeding, bath and putting Kasiyas to sleep around 9pm for bedtime
I live in an apartment building on the third floor.

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$19–30/hr
Cumming, GA • 22 miles away

Occasional sitter for 5-year old autistic...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Occasional babysitter for 5-year old with delayed speech. Looking for someone to babysit for one weekend a month (flexible hours) while one of the parents works from home. May also babysit on a weekday occasionally.

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$19–23/hr
Cumming, GA • 23 miles away

2 days/week sitter needed for 2 under 2!...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 6:00pm

My husband and I are both home most days. I recently had an abdominal surgery and just need some extra help with our 2 daughters under 2.
I will need help with diaper changes, infant bottle feeding, toddler games and activities. Playing outside. Light tidying up of toys.
The schedule may grow or... More

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$19–25/hr
Cumming, GA • 24 miles away

Reoccurring sitter for 3 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello, my husband and I are looking for a nanny to watch our 3 year old for date nights. Usually we like to go out on the weekends and occasionally during weekday nights.
Tasks would include: preparing basic meals(heat up food in microwave), taking her to the toilet and putting her to bed.
We... More

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