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.

$23–27/hr
Medway, MA • 12 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for our toddler for occasional appointments and date nights. The babysitter will engage our child in safe, fun activities, prepare meals and snacks, and help with bedtime routines. Comfort with pets is essential as we have one dog in our home. Having... More

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$25–29/hr
Canton, MA • 16 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 • 16 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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$24–30/hr
Ashland, MA • 20 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Toddlers...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 11:00pm

We seek a caring babysitter for two children, ages toddler and preschool. The job starts on April 19, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. The babysitter engages the children in play and educational activities, provides meals and snacks, and ensures a safe environment.... More

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$19–20/hr
Swansea, MA • 16 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a babysitter for two children, an infant and a toddler, starting on July 7, 2025, with a flexible start date. The hours are from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The sitter must have their own car and be able to prepare meals and snacks. Responsibilities also include assisting with... More

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$10–15/hr
Providence, RI • 13 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Preschool Kids,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 8:30pm

We seek a babysitter for two preschool children from April 11, 2025. The schedule is Wednesday to Saturday, from 7:30 AM to 8:00 PM. The babysitter supervises, engages in play, prepares meals, and assists with daily routines. Must have a reliable car and be comfortable with pets. The sitter needs to... More

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$20–30/hr
Manville, RI • 8 miles away

Part-time nanny share for toddler son (1-2...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have a 2.5 year old son, Sam and an infant daughter, Naomi. My husband is a firefighter in Woonsocket and I’m a therapist in Providence. He works 24 hour shifts on an 8-day cycle, we are looking for help with our toddler for the mornings after my husband gets home from work when I go back to... More

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$22–26/hr
Seekonk, MA • 10 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 • 24 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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$30–43/hr
Wellesley, MA • 22 miles away

Summer Nanny Needed

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a reliable summer Nanny for our Adult with autism who functions like a toddler starting in May, 2025. The schedule includes Saturdays 8AM to 8PM and Fill-Ins. Responsibilities include providing care for individual with special needs, Med administering, providing comfort, preparing meals,... More

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$20–30/hr
Newton Center, MA • 24 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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$30–34/hr
Walpole, MA • 12 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 • 16 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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$20–30/hr
Jamaica Plain, MA • 24 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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