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.

$15–18/hr
Owings Mills, MD • 15 miles away

Sitter for energetic infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

My baby is currently 9 months old. She is very energetic and loves to explore the house. She is an easy baby and already has a schedule. Mummy is currently finishing school and needs time to study and daddy has a full time day job.

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$15–18/hr
Ellicott City, MD • 21 miles away

Part time sitter for a 1 year old boy .

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Need sitter because I work every other weekend and my sons daycare isn’t open on weekends. You must come to my house.
Every other weekend. As needed.

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$14–21/hr
Owings Mills, MD • 15 miles away

Looking for occasional sitter for 6 year...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I travel due to work a lot and need a reliable sitter who will be able to stay overnight with my son and take him to/from bus stop

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$15–18/hr
Columbia, MD • 24 miles away

After Care Help

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for someone to pick up kids from the bus stop and stay with them for 2-3 hours. They are very self-sufficient

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$10–18/hr
Randallstown, MD • 16 miles away

Evening and Weekend Baby Sitter for Busy Mom

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:30am - 6:30pm

I have 2 amazing children that are looking for a babysitter to do fun activities with them both in & out of the house. I work multiple jobs and travel frequently for work but overnights are not required. Looking for someone who is fun, responsible and flexible.

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

Help me watch my baby while I working in...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Me and my husband both at home. We have a small dog. We speak English and Chinese at home. I need someone love to play with baby and can speak English fluently.

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$18–20/hr
Reisterstown, MD • 11 miles away

Part-time sitter for baby and toddler

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Ideal Sitter: Kind, Patient, Responsible, and Honest.

We are looking for someone who can care for a 6 mo old, and a 2.5 yr old at the same time! Our toddler loves to play batmans, go outside for walks/playground, and do some crafts. Our 5 mo old, likes to sit, watch and roll ;)

We are... More

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$15–18/hr
Woodstock, MD • 16 miles away

Sitter for 2 girls

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 2:00pm (flexible)

1 year and 4 year old girl need sitter to keep them learning and playing. Home has 2 friendly cats. Girls are friendly and like arts and crafts

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$14–15/hr
Reisterstown, MD • 11 miles away

Part-time sitter for 3 children during the...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 2:30pm (flexible)

I am looking for a part-time sitter for my 3 children (ages 6, 8, and 11), during flexible hours during business hours of the week. The days of the week may fluctuate but will be about 20-25 hours per week. I am looking for someone to watch the children at my house, prepare lunch and maybe a snack... More

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$15–18/hr
Ijamsville, MD • 23 miles away

Part Time Sitter for two toddler

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Just looking for help with toddlers every now and then. I have events this weekend and would love support. My child are three and four.

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$14–17/hr
Reisterstown, MD • 11 miles away

Sitter needed for infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 3:30pm (flexible)

Looking for someone to help babysit my daughter starting in June. She is currently 2 months old. I work from home except for one day where I have to go into the office. Hours would be M-TH, 8:30-3:30pm. Must love dogs as we have two!

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$10–11/hr
Frederick, MD • 25 miles away

Full time sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

I am looking for full time sitter to take care my 5 months infant . Very light house keeping if possible . Prefer with minimum 1 year experience in child care .

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$15–18/hr
Columbia, MD • 24 miles away

Summer Care for 2 Children

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for childcare for our 2 children from 8:30-4:30 pm starting the week of May 29th. Our oldest is a rising first grader and will be at camp a few weeks during the summer. Seeking someone who is creative, energetic, warm, and engaging!

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$15–18/hr
Baltimore, MD • 22 miles away

Part time sitter for infant boy and...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/25 - 06/26

9:00pm - 1:00am

Baby boy dose not like bed time may be hard to put down but big sister will assist preteen is able to do everything just can not be alone

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