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.

$13–17/hr
Beltsville, MD • 13 miles away

Part time sitter for single baby girl

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are 4 members in family my father in law, my husband, me and baby, I need help as i needed according to my schedule
Should take care of baby with loving and extra care ,must feed baby on time

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$15–18/hr
Upper Marlboro, MD • 20 miles away

Just need a sitter for weekends and...

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/09 - 05/10

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

I have 3 boys my oldest is jyair hes 4 years old my youngest is 3 years old my infant is 7 months old they are good kids long to play and learn

I need a sitter for over nights on weekends maybe a day or two before the weekend

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$10–100/hr
Washington, DC • 24 miles away

Beautiful and Smart 24 month girl.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Occasional sitter in DuPont Circle needed. For fun family. We are very laid back and easy to work with. Our 18 month old is smart, fun, and loves to dance.

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$15–18/hr
Columbia, MD • 10 miles away

Date night sitter!!

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 04/25

4:30pm - 8:30pm (flexible)

We are an active family, who loves spending time together, outdoors, and doing things like hiking. We’re hoping to find a unit of people who can help us to be our rotating Babysitter crew.

Each of the kids go to bed around 7:30-8 and eat dinner around 5:30p. We have routines we will walk you... More

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$10–20/hr
Baltimore, MD • 15 miles away

Regular sitter for one infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Very calm and easy baby. (Mild fussing when hungry and tired) Hates dirty nappy. Skin is eczema prone we prefer non smokers.

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$18–22/hr
Hyattsville, MD • 18 miles away

Part time sitter for 3 kids

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I have 3 kids they are very independent but they need some assistance with things
I would need you to cook small meals keep them entertained and safe while I'm at work
Located in Hyattsville md

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$15–22/hr
Washington, DC • 23 miles away

Part-time Sitter for Chill Toddler Who...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

I am the mom of a very charming 1-year-old who is learning to talk. I work from home and typically have an au pair available to assist me with childcare throughout the day. My daughter loves cars, swings, Ms. Rachel and fruit cups.
I am looking to introduce my daughter to a new sitter who can fill... More

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$18–25/hr
Washington, DC • 24 miles away

Regular weekend sitter for energetic 6...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

We're a small family wanting that returned to DC a year ago and are looking to expand our village.

We're looking for someone that can come regularly; we're flexible on day/time, but would prefer either Sat or Sun for a few hours with the occasional evening or all day. We're looking for someone... More

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$18–22/hr
Reisterstown, MD • 21 miles away

Someone amazing to be there in the morning...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Two wonderful girls that just need someone there to wake them up in the morning and drive them to school. Nothing else, they get ready by themselves and I will pack their lunches.
Looking for some to come in at 6am, wake upthe girls at 7am. The will get ready by themselves and a 10min drive to be... More

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$15–28/hr
Silver Spring, MD • 21 miles away

Pick-up/Drop-Off Driver for School 1-3...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Seeking a school driver for two quiet girls.
Need help about 3 weeks out of the month, Monday mornings, Thursday after school, Fridays before/after school.

Mornings:: Pick-up around 7:00 (drop off before 8 am)

Afternoons: Pick-up at 2:30, then drop-off around 3:45-4:30, depending on... More

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$15–20/hr
Nottingham, MD • 20 miles away

Part time but regularly needed sitter for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a single father that needs help on a regular basis but not every day. I have a 10 year old daughter and we live in a townhouse in Nottingham.
on any weekdays that I need a sitter, I would need you to be willing and able to pick up my daughter from her post school daycare that is onsite at her... More

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$18–22/hr
Baltimore, MD • 13 miles away

Part time sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Day time or night time care for Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday fridays.. needs to be on call occasionally on weekends

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$15–18/hr
Chase, MD • 23 miles away

Part-Time Early Learning Center Help

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a small learning center located in Bowleys Quarters, MD. We have about 15 children that we service and are growing!
Workers are expected to attend to children's basic needs like feeding them, preparing meals, changing diapers, and supervising playtime and activities. They are also expected... More

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$18–25/hr
Bethesda, MD • 24 miles away

Seeking After School Sitter in N. Bethesda...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We have 3 boys: 7th grader (13), second grader (8), and kindergartener (5). You will only have to care for all three for limited periods of time and the 7th grader is fairly independent, occupied with afterschool activities most days.
Responsibilities will include school pick-up, homework support,... More

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