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.

$17–21/hr
Savannah, GA • 15 miles away

Full time sitter for two toddlers for one...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello, we are deaf parent of three children. we are full time work job.
I need sitter watch after our two children for one week due we going to vacation for my birthday as out of town.
The sitter can do take care of the boys until drop to daycare at 8am then do your thing until 5pm pick them up... More

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$13–17/hr
Hinesville, GA • 19 miles away

Occasional sitter to grow with my family.

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I’m a single mom of 3 young children. Ages 2, 5 & 9. We are moving to Hinesville, GA by July, 2024. Just would like a fresh start for my family.
Looking for an occasional sitter. Mainly nights but if needed during the day at times also.

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$10–16/hr
Port Wentworth, GA • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter for a energetic one-year-old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:30am - 6:30pm

Hello, I'm searching for a dependable person who can care my one-year-old child at my house exclusively on Fridays from 10:00 am to 6:10 pm while I work from home.
I'm looking for someone to help me with some light housework, such as cleaning up after the baby and making sure he is feed, as well as... More

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$17–21/hr
Port Wentworth, GA • 21 miles away

Part- time sitter for a seven year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello my name is Lisa and my son’s name is Syncere. Syncere is 7 years old he is self sufficient just needs someone here so he doesn’t have to be alone. He mostly watches tv and play in his room
Just to make sure he is safe while at home no need to make meals or anything he can help his self for... More

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$18/hr
Savannah, GA • 9 miles away

Occasional sitter for parents to go out...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! Looking for a sitter for occasional dates. My little one just turned 4 months

Care for my baby/ feed her as needed. Would be only few hours at a time.

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$17–21/hr
Savannah, GA • 15 miles away

Part time sitter for 3 kids

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 8:00pm

We are a family of 6. We have 4 kids. Cruz, Cain, JT and Dionne. Only 3need a sitter. We need a sitter for date night and would like to come up with a routine possibly during the week
To watch our 3 kids for date night, and possibly have more of a weekly routine.

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$11–15/hr
Fort Stewart, GA • 19 miles away

Part-time sitter for early mornings

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello, We are a military family that lives on Ft. Stewart. We have four kids ages 12, 12, 10, and 7. We also have a sweet Olde English Bulldog.
We are looking for an occasional sitter to help with mornings and sometimes afternoons for summer camp and then school drop off or pick up. This would... More

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$17–21/hr
Savannah, GA • 15 miles away

Great Sitter with Special needs child

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 7:00pm

DeQundra Stevens-mother; Emelio Haughton -child. Single parent family, needing support.
Take child too and from school and care for him after school until I get off of work

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$10–18/hr
Hinesville, GA • 19 miles away

Summer Sitter Needed

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Seeking a companion sitter who is available in Hinesville in my home as needed during summer break. Must be ok with Cameras.

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$10–12/hr
Savannah, GA • 11 miles away

Looking for full-time sitter in my home...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

Hello, we are a young family of 4. We are newer to the Savannah area. We love to be outside and are always finding things to keep busy.
Looking for someone to come to our home while my husband and I work. We need care for our 7 month old daughter and occasionally our 4 year old son. Meals would be... More

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$15–22/hr
Hinesville, GA • 19 miles away

In need of a sitter for 3 children

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I’m in need of someone that has open availability and that can provide services overnight for 3-5 nights of the week due to my work schedule (just for the month of May) and also have their own transportation. I do have a dog and my children’s ages are 2, 4, & 6.

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$16–20/hr
Savannah, GA • 14 miles away

Part time nanny for seven month old twin...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

I have 7 month twin girls. We Live in southside Savannah. Would like someone every Monday from 8 to 5 must have your own transportation.
FeedFeed the girls, do tummy time. Play with them, love on them. Generally enjoy them. They are sweet girls.

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$35–40/hr
Savannah, GA • 18 miles away

Seeking one night of care for four...

4 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/08

12:00am - 6:00am

Hello! We are a group of two families traveling from Charlotte, NC to Savannah for the night. We have four girls between us, all very good friends. Two are 7 and two are 10. They are well adjusted, good natured kids.
We are staying at the JW Marriott, and our care provider will be asked to set up... More

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$15–18/hr
Fort Stewart, GA • 19 miles away

Sitter needed for doctors...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a military family of 7. We gave 5 kids but oldest is 14 and doesn't require any care. Our other kids are ages 10, 9, 6 and 1. The 10 and 9 year old are big helpers!
We just need occasional care. I'll have appointments coming up soon where either I won't have my husband here or he'll be... More

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