$15–25/hr
York, ME • 23 miles away

Babysitter for 2 year old

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 09/03

8:30am - 11:30am

We have 1 2 year old daughter and a 5 year old dog that we are looking for someone comfortable with both.
We are looking for a great babysitter for 1 child in York. We would prefer a babysitter who does not smoke, who is comfortable with pets and who is CPR certified. We had a trusted babysitter... More

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$21–25/hr
Portland, ME • 23 miles away

Back up for occasional day time...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/30

1:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

Need a sitter for occasional days. My four year old son is in Pre K and we need someone who can watch him a few days here and there in the summer.

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$10–24/hr
Farmington, NH • 19 miles away

Sitter needed 3x a week for the summer

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We just moved to the area and need summer time childcare. My daughter is eight years old.
You would be watching my daughter while I am working. You would need to prepare a simple lunch and snacks, play with her, and supervise outdoor play. Additionally, if you are comfortable, I'd request you'd walk... More

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$21–23/hr
Old Orchard Beach, ME • 16 miles away

Nanny week of July 8 :)

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello we are looking for some help with our kids (1-3 YO) while our vacations, mostly assist us with the kids, on the beach, nap at home and lunch/dinner.
assist us with the kids, on the beach, nap at home and help with lunch/dinner.
schedule (aprox.) 9 to 6 from Monday July8 to Friday July 12.... More

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$19–23/hr
Milton, NH • 16 miles away

PT Sitter for 1 toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We're a family of 3 with 1 elderly dog. Our daughter is active and very well spoken.
Looking for someone who is interested in a consistent or as needed date night position.
TBD

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$15–18/hr
Dover, NH • 24 miles away

Childcare for 4 yr old twin boys!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 2:00pm

I have twin four year old boys that I will need full time care for in my home.

Get the boys going for the day, prepare meals, take them outside/to the park…something to burn some energy, because they’re very active.

I work close to home, but it’s an 8.5 hour shift and 5 days a week. I am working... More

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$20–24/hr
Ogunquit, ME • 17 miles away

Babysitter for Date Night on Vacatoin

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 08/14

7:00pm - 11:00pm

Hi! We will be vacationing in Ogunquit in August and looking for a babysitter so we can go out to dinner a few nights during our stay at the Cliff House. Our daughter will be 9 months old. Thank you!

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$10–31/hr
Moody, ME • 12 miles away

In search of a nice sitter for 2 great kids!

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 08/03

5:00pm - 11:00pm (flexible)

Hi we're looking to go on date night while on vacation. We have 2 amazing kids, Leo 8 and Alice 6
You'll be looking after our 2 kids while we enjoy a date night out. Dinner, little TV then bedtime. We're easy, they are easy.

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How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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Babysitter for 2 year old

Babysitter for 2 year old

Back up for occasional day time...

Back up for occasional day time...

Sitter needed 3x a week for the summer

Sitter needed 3x a week for the summer

Nanny week of July 8 :)

Nanny week of July 8 :)

PT Sitter for 1 toddler

PT Sitter for 1 toddler

Childcare for 4 yr old twin boys!

Childcare for 4 yr old twin boys!

Babysitter for Date Night on Vacatoin

Babysitter for Date Night on Vacatoin

In search of a nice sitter for 2 great kids!

In search of a nice sitter for 2 great kids!

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Babysitting FAQ

How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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