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.

$15–17/hr
Pasadena, MD • 25 miles away

Regular sitter to help while we work

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 3:00pm

Hello, I have an 11 month old that I need somebody to come help me take care of while I work from home during the day. My husband works a hybrid schedule and I work 100% remote and essentially just need somebody to play with my daughter and Make sure that she eats lunch and goes the bathroom on the... More

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$29–30/hr
Claiborne, MD • 20 miles away

Wedding Event Sitter for 3children (one...

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/11

4:30pm - 11:30pm

My daughter will be attending my son's wedding, so we need help on Friday,May 10, and Saturday, May 11 for 3 kids
The parents will be on the premises for all events, but the sitter would need to be with the kids at another part of the property or in the room when they get ready for bed.

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$16–25/hr
Annapolis, MD • 24 miles away

Part-time nanny for two smiley toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We have two boys (ages 1 and 3) - they’re big, fun loving, and smiley. My wife and I both work full time (Lucy has a hybrid position).
We’re looking for part-time care during the summer 2 days/per week, ideally Thursday and Friday 8am-2pm but there is some flexibility in both the days and... More

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$10–16/hr
Annapolis, MD • 23 miles away

Part time sitter needed

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello,we are a family of 4. I have a 13yo daughter and 3 year old son.
Basic baby sitting. watch our son, maybe play games, take to the playground. prepare lunch and snacks.

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$13–20/hr
Pasadena, MD • 25 miles away

Occasional sitter for our happy little 10...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We’re a family of 3 and our little one is 10 months old! We have 2 dogs and a grumpy cat that mostly keeps to himself.

Sitter responsibilities would be to keep our little man happy as possible! We’ll need him to be fed solids and bottles, diaper changes, and putting him down for naps. If... More

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$15–20/hr
Pasadena, MD • 25 miles away

Occasional Sitter needed!

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

WE have a 1.5energetic daughter and 1 on the way in July. We are new to the area!
We need someone to care for our 1.5 year old and eventually our other baby. We are also looking for someone to be on call to watch our daughter in July when I am having my second daughter.

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$10–18/hr
Pasadena, MD • 25 miles away

Part-Time Nanny for Adorably Sweet Toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi! I’m a single mom to a wonderful & sweet 19 month-old girl. She is so sweet and smart & such a great baby.
I am looking for someone to come to our home and take care of my daughter while I’m at work 3 nights per week. I work in a restaurant and need someone to feed my daughter dinner and put her... More

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$15–20/hr
Annapolis, MD • 23 miles away

Part-time sitter for infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 6:00pm (flexible)

New family trying to navigate the world of family life and careers, and looking for assistance.
We expect a new work schedule for both parents, and are looking for assistance starting with a few days a week.

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$10–24/hr
Pasadena, MD • 25 miles away

Part time early morning sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30am - 7:30am

I am currently going through divorce and working out custody. I have a 9 year old son who I need someone to watch in the mornings between going to work and him going to school.
Just to make sure he gets up for school and make sure he gets on the bus with his lunch, on time.

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$15–20/hr
Annapolis, MD • 24 miles away

Summer Nanny for Two Sweet and Silly Kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 3:30pm (flexible)

Our children (8 and 5) are energetic and love adventure, games, arts and playing outside.
During the summer they love being at our neighborhood pool.

We are searching for a nanny to work with us through the summer. The nanny will be responsible for keeping the kids busy, active, happy and fed. ... More

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$20–25/hr
Grasonville, MD • 10 miles away

Part-time sitter for 4 year old twins

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 9:00am

We are a family of 4. I have boy/girl twins who are currently 4 years old.
Sitter will drive the kids to school in the morning right around the corner. It is also walking distance if you prefer that.

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$16–20/hr
Centreville, MD • Less than a mile

Part-time sitter for 2 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

We live in Centreville and are looking for help during the week with our almost 2 year old daughter while I work from home.
We are looking for someone to come help us out part time while I work from home. I take care of all meals, diapers, and naps so we are truly just looking for someone to play... More

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$13–20/hr
Pasadena, MD • 25 miles away

Part time sitter for two energetic girls

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

My wife and I work opposite shifts and need coverage for when we overlap to watch our two daughters. They are both very energetic and fun little girls that enjoy playing.

I make dinner before I leave for work so just need to serve them and help them out with activities.

Schedule is every... More

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$14–16/hr
Annapolis, MD • 23 miles away

On Call / On Occasion Sitter for one to...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a military family with two toddlers ages 14 months and 2 and a half. I just recently accepted a job working full time and my little ones just recently started full time daycare.

We need an on call - on occasion sitter that can pop in and help us on the occasions when our little ones are... More

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