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.

$10–20/hr
Kathleen, GA • Less than a mile

Babysitter Needed for Two Kids, Starting...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 08/17

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

Looking for a responsible babysitter for two children, aged elementary and toddler. The job starts on August 16, 2025, at 4:20 PM. The start time is flexible, but you will need to be available until 11:00 PM. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing snacks, and ensuring a safe... More

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$16–20/hr
Macon, GA • 22 miles away

Care for 5 Children of Varying Ages on...

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 6:00am

We seek a reliable babysitter for five children aged from infant to elementary. The job starts on September 18, 2025, and runs from 5:00 PM to 6:00 AM on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing meals, assisting with bedtime routines,... More

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$14–18/hr
Kathleen, GA • Less than a mile

Caregiver needed for two children, ages...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 09/20

4:30pm - 10:30pm

We need a babysitter to care for two children, ages four and twelve, on September 20, 2025, from 5PM to 10:30 PM. The babysitter provides a safe environment, engages the children in fun activities, and prepares simple meals as needed. The role requires reliable transportation for occasional outings.... More

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$16–18/hr
Bonaire, GA • 4 miles away

Before School Care Needed for Two Kids on...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 8:30am (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our two kiddos, our 4 yr old preschooler and our 9yr old elementary schooler. The job starts on August 18, 2025, with flexible start date options. The schedule is on Monday and Tuesday from 5:30 AM to 8:30 AM.
This is childcare for the time my husband leaves for... More

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$14–18/hr
Fort Valley, GA • 15 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for 3 Children...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 8:00am

We need a reliable babysitter starting on August 6, 2025, from 5:00 AM to 7:30 AM, On Wednesday and Thursday then rotate the next week to Monday,Tuesday and Friday and just keep switching each week. This role involves caring for three children: an infant, a toddler, and an elementary-age child. The... More

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$14–20/hr
Kathleen, GA • Less than a mile

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Two Kids...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a responsible babysitter to care for two children, ages 6 to 13. The start date is flexible, with a preference for August 23, 2025. The babysitter helps with homework, prepares snacks, and engages the kids in fun activities. The ideal candidate has a reliable car for... More

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$16–20/hr
Macon, GA • 24 miles away

Seeking Afterschool Driver for Two Middle...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am

We’re looking for someone kind and reliable to help with a morning school drop off and afternoon school pick-ups for our two middle school boys (11 and 13) starting August 12th. We live in the Vineville/Ridge Ave area, and it would be less than 15 miles for both kids per trip. I usually get home a... More

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$15–19/hr
Warner Robins, GA • 9 miles away

Seeking help with driving toddler to...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 5:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for our toddler, starting on August 11, 2025. The schedule requires care from Monday to Friday. Driving toddler therapy Monday 7:30am in Warner Robins then 8:30am to Macon. Tuesday-Friday is drop off at 8:30 in Macon, all days are pickup from Macon at 2:30pm.... More

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$14–16/hr
Warner Robins, GA • 7 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a reliable babysitter to care for three children, ages elementary to junior high. The schedule is flexible, starting on July 31, 2025, with hours from 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Wednesday. Responsibilities include supervising the children, preparing meals, assisting with homework,... More

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$14–20/hr
Bonaire, GA • 4 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Four Kids on Mondays...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 7:30pm

We need a babysitter to care for four children on Mondays from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM, starting on August 4, 2025. The children are in elementary and junior high school. The sitter supervises playtime, helps with homework, prepares snacks, and ensures a safe environment. The ideal candidate has a car... More

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$13–19/hr
Warner Robins, GA • 9 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a babysitter to care for our elementary-aged child starting on August 1, 2025. The babysitter will supervise and engage our child in fun and educational activities. They must have a car to transport our child to local events or activities as needed. The ideal candidate has multiple years of... More

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$10–15/hr
Warner Robins, GA • 7 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a responsible babysitter starting on July 31, 2025, to care for two young children, a preschooler and a toddler. The sitter engages the children in fun and educational activities, ensures their safety, and prepares simple meals and snacks. The sitter also helps with basic routines like... More

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$15–19/hr
Warner Robins, GA • 7 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Infant...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 5:00am

We seek a responsible babysitter for our infant. The position starts on August 24, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 5:00 AM, scheduled for Sunday to Wednesday. Responsibilities include feeding, changing diapers, and engaging the child in safe activities. The caregiver must have experience with infants and a... More

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$10–12/hr
Warner Robins, GA • 8 miles away

Seeking part time sitter for 2!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

Family of 4 seeking a part-time sitter for 2 little ones 2-3 days a week!

I work from home so I’ll be around or running errands as needed. Dad works on base full time. We really just need someone who will play/engage with our kids and not spend the entire day on their phone!

I’ve never gotten... More

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