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.

$25–35/hr
Randolph, MA • 11 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a caring babysitter for our toddler starting anytime April 11, 2025 or later. The schedule is flexible. The babysitter must have experience with special needs children. Responsibilities include engaging the child in play, ensuring safety, preparing meals and snacks, and following a bedtime... More

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$27–30/hr
Boston, MA • 22 miles away

Loving caregiver for four and six year-old

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello, we are a family of four with a girl who is six years old and a boy who is four. We live in the south end.

We are looking for a loving caregiver who can pick up our children from school and take them to the various activities. We are also looking for this individual to help with lunch prep... More

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$25–29/hr
Canton, MA • 13 miles away

Babysitter needed, 10y.o. In town for...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/14

12:00am - 7:00am

We need a responsible babysitter for one elementary-aged child starting on Saturday June 14, 2025 4:30pm to 11pm. (Also need care on Friday June 13, 2025, from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM. Hoping to hire same sitter for both evenings.)The sitter ensures a safe and nurturing environment, engages the child... More

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$25–29/hr
Canton, MA • 13 miles away

Babysitter Needed, 10 y.o. In town for...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/13

12:00am - 4:00am

We need a responsible babysitter for one elementary-aged child starting on June 13, 2025, from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM. (Also need care on Saturday June 14, 2025 4:30pm to 11pm. Hoping to hire same sitter for both evenings.)The sitter ensures a safe and nurturing environment, engages the child with... More

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$22–26/hr
Seekonk, MA • 24 miles away

Date night/ event sitter for one child

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/05

4:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

Hi! We have one child who is 2.5 he is potty trained and communicates very well !

I am looking for a sitter who can come to our wedding on oct 5th 2025 to sit with our son , and keep an eye on him during the event. If he becomes tired able to drive him home until we get there but he should be able... More

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$15–25/hr
Roslindale, MA • 20 miles away

Drive and Care for Two Elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 7:00am

We seek a reliable babysitter for two elementary-aged children from April 7, 2025. The position involves caring for the children on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 6AM to 7AM or later in rare cases. Responsibilities this school year include walking kids to bus and driving kids to school.... More

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$28/hr
Boston, MA • 22 miles away

Afternoon Spanish speaking sitter needed...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi there, we are a family of 4 in the South End. The boys are 9 and 6 and go to an elementary school only 3 blocks from our house. The boys play sports 3 days per week and are very well behaved. They are bilingual but need to practice their Spanish more so I am looking for someone to speak to them... More

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$20–30/hr
Newton Center, MA • 23 miles away

Experienced sitter M/T/W for 7 YO for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Working parents looking for help sitting 7YO with fixed schedule for M/T/W after school (around 5:30/5:45-8:30). About 10+ hrs per week.

Including pickup from school (1min from home), supervise eating/possibly simple meal prep, some evening reading/or outdoor activities if the weather is good,... More

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$15–20/hr
Quincy, MA • 16 miles away

I Am Looking For Someone To Assist Solely...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am

Hello,
I am looking for someone to assist solely with transportation, specifically, the drop-off and pick-up of my 9-year-old son in Quincy, MA.
The schedule is as follows: Drop-off: Between 8:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. Pick-up: Between 4:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Dates: June 16th to June 27th (Monday to... More

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$30–34/hr
Walpole, MA • 18 miles away

Sing, read, laugh, and play with 2 girls...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We're looking for a part-time nanny to care for our two daughters (aged 4.5 and 10 months) at our home in Walpole. Hours will cover a 9-5 workday on Tuesdays and Thursdays (8:45-5:15 preferred).

If you love telling stories, playing make-believe and peekaboo, and singing songs, you'll be our... More

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$20–30/hr
Swansea, MA • 24 miles away

Babysitter May 23 and May 24 from noon to...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/23

12:30pm - 11:30pm

We seek a responsible babysitter for one infant starting on May 23 and 24 2025, from noon to 11:30 PM. The sitter will care for the infant by feeding, changing diapers, and practicing safe sleep habits.

The sitter will engage the child with age-appropriate activities, maintain a clean play area,... More

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$24–28/hr
Boston, MA • 23 miles away

Caring and Engaging Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/14

7:00am - 5:00pm

We need a babysitter for our toddler starting May 14, 2025, from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The caregiver will provide a safe and nurturing environment while supervising playtime and activities. You will prepare meals and snacks suitable for a toddler and ensure proper hygiene practices. Engaging in... More

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$20/hr
Quincy, MA • 16 miles away

Caring Babysitter Preschooler on Fridays

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a babysitter for my preschooler, starting on May 30, 2025. The schedule runs from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM on Fridays. The caregiver will have reliable transportation. Responsibilities include giving meals and snacks, and participating in a learning pod. The ideal candidate is nurturing,... More

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$20–30/hr
Jamaica Plain, MA • 21 miles away

Co-parenting father (3yo) - needs...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Co-parenting father.
I have my son end of the week usually.
Wednesday after school

Driving to school
Pick up from school

Flexible schedule. Needs to have a reliable car.

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