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.

$22–23/hr
Marietta, GA • 11 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Middle School Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 5:30pm

We seek a caring babysitter for one Special Needs middle school child from May 1, 2025, to December 20, 2025, Monday - Friday. The ideal candidate must be flexible with their schedule which can be discussed.

The babysitter must have a reliable car and be comfortable with pets. We have a medium... More

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$25–30/hr
Lithonia, GA • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Four Children...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a babysitter for four children, aged preschool to middle school, starting on March 28, 2025, with a flexible start date. The ideal candidate has special needs experience and handles multiples effectively. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, assisting with toilet training,... More

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$21–25/hr
Decatur, GA • 20 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three Lovable...

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 03/25 - 03/26

6:30pm - 12:30am

We are seeking a babysitter for three children, ages toddler to elementary. The start date is March 25, 2025. The ideal candidate has their own car and is comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include driving the children to activities, preparing meals and snacks, helping with homework, providing... More

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$17–24/hr
Atlanta, GA • 8 miles away

Occasional sitter/driver for 12 year old...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of four with two kids ages 12 and 15 and live in the north Buckhead Sandy Springs area. We’re looking for an occasional sitter who can drive my 12-year-old to activities or just hang with him at home.

We would love to find somebody on an occasional basis where they could drive my... More

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$22–26/hr
Smyrna, GA • Less than a mile

Carpool Help Needed for Four Children...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 4:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable carpool babysitter to pickup 4 kids from preschool and elementary school in Buckhead and transport home to Smyrna. You will work Monday to Friday from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. You must have your own car. The ideal candidate is responsible, organized, and enjoys being around kids.

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$20–25/hr
Woodstock, GA • 17 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We seek a babysitter for two children, ages toddler and preschool, starting on March 24, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Thursday. The babysitter drives the children to activities, prepares meals and snacks, and handles light laundry. A car is... More

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$21–25/hr
Atlanta, GA • 11 miles away

A loving Family of Four

4 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/16

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

Hey I’m a single mom of four I have a 14 year old daughter that has down syndrome and very aware of life and what she supposed to do but with a little direction.

Sitter responsibilities is to make sure kids are following the rules , helping them with homework assignments, and doing light... More

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$20/hr
Woodstock, GA • 17 miles away

Fun-Loving and Caring Nanny for 3 Children...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for a reliable, caring and energetic nanny to care for our three children, ages 1, 3 and 6 starting late July. Our 3 and 6-year-olds are in school during the day, so morning care will be for our 1-year-old until the older kids return from school in the afternoon.

I work from home,... More

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$23–27/hr
Atlanta, GA • 11 miles away

Part-time sitter needed for infant girl

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 04/29 - 04/30

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

I’m a single mother of an infant. We also have a small 12 lb dog in the home.

Sit with her while she naps. I anticipate she will wake up for a bottle or two during this time as well as diaper changes.

We are located in a townhouse

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$17/hr
East Point, GA • 14 miles away

Sitter For soccer practice

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

we’re a Christian family of 5 and a half, 3 kids and a dog. We need a sitter to drive the kids to practice and watch them until a parent comes to pick them up.

We live in East Point and practices are in Smyrna on Mondays and Decatur on Wednesdays and Fridays. We will need at max 6 hours a week.... More

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$20–30/hr
Alpharetta, GA • 23 miles away

After School Sitter Needed for 2 Children,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a caring babysitter for our two children, ages 5 and 7 years old, starting March 17, 2025. The schedule is Monday to Thursday from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The babysitter prepares meals and snacks, assists with toilet training (our 2nd-grade autistic son), and helps with homework. The role... More

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$17–23/hr
Atlanta, GA • 11 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three Kids on...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a babysitter to care for three children, including an infant and two in elementary school, In need of a babysitter for Tuesdays - Thursdays. TR from 12pm - 6:30 pm. Wed. from 7:30 am - 6:30 pm. You will supervise playtime, prepare snacks, and help with homework. A valid driver's license and... More

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$15–20/hr
Fairburn, GA • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter for 1 energetic little 2...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Bubbly 2 y/o toddler. Small dog in the home. Looking for as needed sitter for date nights, girls nights.

As needed sitter needed to assist in potty training, meal time, playtime, bedtime routine.

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$21–25/hr
Atlanta, GA • 10 miles away

Occasional sitter for 14 month old girl

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Mom in nursing school looking for an occasional sitter for 14 month old daughter.

I would need sitter to:
-Possibly drop off/pick up from daycare (less than a mile from home)
-Put child down for naps/bedtime
-Prep and give meals and snacks

Located in Midtown Atlanta. I don’t have a set... More

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