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.

$28–32/hr
West Tisbury, MA • 5 miles away

Weekend babysitter for 1 year old girl.

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/26 - 07/27

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

My wife and I will be visiting Martha’s Vineyard between 7/25-7/28 and looking for a babysitter for a couple nights out and maybe during the day.

Our daughter is one and has just started to get comfortable eating solid foods, and takes 1-2 naps a day. Looking for someone with experience watching... More

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$20–27/hr
Mattapoisett, MA • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Active...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for some morning help with our 17 month old from Tuesday, July 8 through Thursday, July 10 from approximately 8 am - 12 pm. We are working from home while visiting from out of town and need a responsible, fun and caring babysitter to care for and play with our son and oversee... More

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$18–20/hr
Buzzards Bay, MA • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 11:00am (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our toddler starting on July 14, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with working hours on Mondays from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM. The babysitter will engage our child in safe play, encourage learning through activities, and ensure a clean and tidy environment.... More

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$23–27/hr
Sandwich, MA • 23 miles away

Babysitter Needed for One Preschool Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30pm - 10:30pm (flexible)

We need a babysitter for our preschool-aged child starting around the end of July. The job is every Friday from 7:30PM to 10:30PM. We’re hoping for someone who will engage with our son in fun activities, prepare light snacks, and ensure a calm bedtime routine. It is important to be comfortable with... More

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$31–37/hr
Vineyard Haven, MA • 5 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Two Young Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a babysitter to care for our two children, an infant and a toddler, on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Saturdays from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, starting on July 7, 2025, with some flexibility on the start date. The babysitter will engage with the children, prepare snacks, change diapers, and... More

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$27–35/hr
West Tisbury, MA • 5 miles away

Nurture and Care for Two Young Children in...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a dependable babysitter to care for our two children, ages one and two. It would be awesome if you also had a friend that could join you to watch my brothers kids who are 1 and 4 and we will all be staying at the same house together. You will supervise, engage, and play with them in a safe... More

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$26–30/hr
Siasconset, MA • 23 miles away

Part-time sitter 4 kids, special occasion

4 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/11

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

Hi! We have two charming girls and some kids/cousins visiting for a weekend and we’d like to take the parents out. Looking for someone with experience

Some games, dinner, movie, bedtime twist the kids who are darling!!!!!

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$28–32/hr
Edgartown, MA • Less than a mile

Occasional sitter for 6 month old twins

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have boy and girl twins that are six months old. We are on island for parts of the summer.

General baby sitting, some light laundry and cleaning as necessary (including bottles).

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$22–24/hr
West Chop, MA • 5 miles away

Visiting martha's vinyard for our family...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Happy family looking for a reliable, caring, and fun babysitter to care for our two children (ages 8 and 3) while we are vacationing in Oak Bluffs, Martha’s Vineyard

Responsibilities: Engage the kids in play, light meal/snack prep, outdoor activities, occasional beach or park outings (with us or... More

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$23–27/hr
Mashpee, MA • 17 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a responsible babysitter starting June 27, 2025, for our two children, ages toddler and preschool. The babysitter cares for the kids by playing games, reading books, and supervising outdoor activities. The role includes preparing snacks, ensuring safety, and following daily routines. The... More

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$23–27/hr
Centerville, MA • 21 miles away

Part time sitter for my two boys and my...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Visiting my mom on the cape and might need some help with my boys. Jack is a lovable 3 year old who loves running playing dragons and swimming. My 5 month old Wally is sleep trained and just wants to hang in the activity center or eat. :) my friend’s two girls 4 and 6 will be there too. They all... More

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$18–25/hr
Falmouth, MA • 13 miles away

Full-time sitter needed for Autistic...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 4:30pm

My daughter is 6-years old and is autistic. She’s nonverbal, but can understand much of what’s said to her.

Take care of my daughter while I’m at work.
Making sure she’s safe and has constant attention.

We’re on the end of a private road, near Old Silver Beach

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$25–32/hr
Siasconset, MA • 23 miles away

Help with 6 month old twin daughters!

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for occasional help with twin 6 month olds girls while staying with my in-laws for 3 weeks

We will be in Nantucket from 6/14 to 7/1 house sitting for my in-laws. We have a 2 1/2 yr old son and twin 6 month old daughters. We’d love some help with the girls so we can take our son to the... More

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$29–33/hr
Edgartown, MA • Less than a mile

Engage and Supervise Five Children in...

5+ children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/11

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

We seek a caring babysitter to provide supervision and support for eight children aged preschool to middle school. The job begins on July 11, 2025, with a sflexible start time around 5:30 PM, ending by 8:00 PM. The parents will be on site. The event is an engagement party held in a harborside... More

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