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.

$10–23/hr
Lithia Springs, GA • 22 miles away

Part-time sitter for 1 newborn

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello I am SAHM that works remotely. I have occasional meetings and need someone who would be able to assist with care for my son while attending meetings and appointments.
Provide care for my child while I attend meetings and appointments for work

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$10–16/hr
Lithia Springs, GA • 22 miles away

Looking for a sitter/nanny for my toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 12:00am

I am looking for someone with experience who’s willing to work Monday-Friday and some Saturdays at a flat rate meaning rather I use you for the whole week or not I will still pay you the agreed upon rate. For further questions please message me.

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$12–15/hr
Kennesaw, GA • 23 miles away

Part time nanny / sitter for two amazing...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi we are the Jones family and with 2 kids 18 months and a 6 year old. I will be traveling the week of April 15th and my wife will need with getting the kids to school and picking them up.

Drop of at school in the morning and pick up after school and stay with the kids at home until my wife gets... More

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$12–15/hr
Austell, GA • 22 miles away

Full-Time Worker 12HR shift

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

Hey to you all sitters, my name is Jamil. I’m a father of two beautiful twins that means the world to me.

I really just need someone to feed a meal (that’s premade already or home-cook by me); put their clothes on which will be prepared already in the morning for my twin girls , then watch over... More

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$10–23/hr
Winston, GA • 14 miles away

Part time sitter for toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Working mother with a four year old looking for child care for sick days and me time
Watch toddler when she can’t go to daycare due to sickened and nights out.
Douglasville, GA

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$18–29/hr
Douglasville, GA • 18 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Part-time sitter for two energetic toddlers in douglasville

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

Single father looking for responsible help...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have two daughters aged 9 and 11. Looking for help during school breaks starting with spring break but options for many other times school is out for weekly periods.
I am seeking responsible adult to be present during my work hours. No need to prepare meals or housework.
At the current moment,... More

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$18–25/hr
Dallas, GA • 10 miles away

Part time sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a Christian family of four. We have a two year-old and a five-year-old.
Looking after both boys and maybe doing bedtime routine. This will include diaper changes for the two-year-old and helping the five-year-old with potty time.
The kids can be watched at our house in Dallas, Georgia. This... More

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$10–15/hr
Temple, GA • Less than a mile

Part-time sitter for 4mo old

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 2:00pm (flexible)

I am seeking an in-home sitter 2 days per week for my son. He will be around 4mo old when sitter is needed.

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$18–22/hr
Douglasville, GA • 16 miles away

Part time sitter for 2 kids

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My name is LaTosha, I have 2 children and my youngest has ASD. I’m looking for a reliable sitter that can help out on occasion.
I’m looking for someone to stay with my child at home for a few hours during special occasions or date nights

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$17–21/hr
Dallas, GA • 16 miles away

Part time sitter for one sweet girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

Looking for some childcare for the first time. for two days a week starting off. Hopefully adding more
Looking for a sitter 2 days a week for my 20 month old. She isn’t walking yet. So working on that is a must

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$12–22/hr
Powder Springs, GA • 20 miles away

Occasional sitter for a inquisitive...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Small family that is new to the area and would love to find a sitter we can use consistently

Preparing meals, participating in games or activities with the kids, cleaning up all activities, and putting the kids to bed

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$11–14/hr
Dallas, GA • 10 miles away

Part time sitter that’s trustworthy and I...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/09 - 06/10

10:00pm - 2:00am (flexible)

New born baby he just need to be fed,changed, & put to bed. Be mindful

He just need to be changed, fed, & put to bed treat mine like your own

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$15–30/hr
Marietta, GA • 25 miles away

Part time sitter for 4 fun, creative and...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi there! We are looking for a sitter for the following:
1) WEEKLY- 5hr on Friday or Saturday night for date night
2) SUMMER- twice a week, 5 daytime hrs for mom to run errands and have a break
3) 4 TIMES A YEAR- 1-2 night overnight and all day for mini couple getaways.

We have 4 children,... More

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