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.

$10–15/hr
Union City, GA • 14 miles away

Two day sitter for my one year old son

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Single mom trying to make a way for me and my baby Royal he’s one. Just need someone to watch him while I go to work

To watch and take care of Royal wi go to work on Saturdays and Sundays

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$10–24/hr
Lithonia, GA • 15 miles away

Part time sitter for one toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I’m a mother of one child, his name is Damir
He’s 3 years old.
He loves reading , watching spider-Man and playing with his cars.

Watch over Damir while I work , he does have a set bedtime. No snacks or juice after a certain time of the night
Could someone text me directly at
Preferably... More

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$16–18/hr
Decatur, GA • 16 miles away

Part-time sitter for 32 month old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a few hours during the week, varying mornings or afternoons, once or twice a week. My job is %100 remote and my wife has a part-time job with a flexible weekly schedule. Our son who is very low key, cute as a button and cries rarely. He would need to be fed, diapers... More

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$17–21/hr
Covington, GA • 21 miles away

1year old Baby Girl.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My name is Alasia 27yrs old, I currently work and need someone to watch my daughter for a few hours during the day.
Watch my 1yr old for a few hours during the day, maybe do some learning activities, feed lunch.

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$20–24/hr
Decatur, GA • 16 miles away

Mom looking for morning assistance.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 8:30am

I'm a working mom looking for assistance in the morning 2 weeks out of the month consistently for the school year
Come by the house in the morning, monitor morning activities, drop child off at school.

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$10–11/hr
Lithonia, GA • 19 miles away

Driving Twin Toddlers to and from daycare

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

Hello, I have twin toddler girls. They’re very loving and have great personalities.

I would need a sitter to drop the girls off to daycare and possibly be able to pick them up from daycare.

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$15–19/hr
Conyers, GA • 22 miles away

Part-time nanny/sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am

It’s just me & my baby girl Naomi. I work Monday-Saturday. Naomi is a busy body and touches everything but she’s sweet and doesn’t have many tantrums.
I need a nanny from 3:30am-6am and I need a nanny to take her to daycare
Located in conyers daycare is in Covington

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$18–24/hr
Atlanta, GA • 16 miles away

Part-time sitter for my twin toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00pm - 1:00am (flexible)

Hi. I’m Eura. I’m seeking care for my twin toddlers for a few hours in the evening/night until I get home from work around 12:45am.
I need help with getting them to bed, which includes their last bottle, brushing teeth and putting them to bed.

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$12–18/hr
Atlanta, GA • 14 miles away

3 & 5 year old

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Sweet and energetic 3 and 5 year old looking for a sitter that loves to play!

Get one off the bus, occasional drop off and pick up for them or the teen in the house, homework help for the 3 & 5 year old, occasional mornings and evenings needed

There is no set schedule but all needs would be... More

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$10–60/hr
Clarkston, GA • 21 miles away

Mandarin Chinese Tutor for 5 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am (flexible)

Seeking a native Mandarin speaker who could tutor my 5 year old in Mandarin for 30 mins 3 days per week. I’m flexible regarding the day of the week that’s selected.

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$10–35/hr
Clarkston, GA • 21 miles away

Arabic Tutor for 5 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am (flexible)

Seeking a native Arabic speaker who could tutor my 5 year old in Arabic for 30 mins, two days per week. I’m flexible regarding the day of the week that’s selected.

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$18–22/hr
Fayetteville, GA • 12 miles away

Date night sitter for two toddlers.

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a sitter for our two toddler boys for date nights. This may include feeding dinner and bed time. One is fully potty trained. We have two cats who should not need any care.

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$15–20/hr
McDonough, GA • 16 miles away

Sitter for energetic three year old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

Mother and Father seeking care for energetic three year old. I work from home currently need help, while son is on waitlist for daycare.
Non smoker and no pets

Assist with helping child to provide meals, teach early education and assist with needs of child

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$14–19/hr
Forest Park, GA • 8 miles away

Professional caring, responsible caregiver

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I just need a sitter to my toddler while I’m at work.Take care of my toddler, make sure she only gets a hour of screen time, interactive with her learning toys. Someone who is going to take care of my child, I am very big on that. Take care of my daughter just like I would. I’m big on respect and... More

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