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
Newbury, MA • 24 miles away

Supervise our Kindergartener After School...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Help our family by watching our son after school. You’ll need to arrive by 3:00 PM and stay until 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday.

Your main tasks include supervising playtime, helping with snacks, and providing engaging activities. We ask that you have a car for any outings or emergencies.

The... More

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$19–26/hr
Newbury, MA • 24 miles away

Babysitter for Plum Island December...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 5:30pm

We want a reliable babysitter for our elementary-aged child. The job starts on December 29, 2025, and runs from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. The sitter engages our child in fun activities, can ho to the beach feets away from home. Must haveown trasportation or I could... More

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$19–27/hr
Newbury, MA • 24 miles away

Looking for Reliable Babysitter with Car...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/22

7:30am - 5:30pm

Hello sitters! We need someone to help us with our elementary-aged child. The job starts on December 22, 2025, and runs from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

You’ll plan fun activities, assist with homework, and ensure safety at all times. It is important that you have a car, as some errands may need to be... More

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$20–25/hr
Dover, NH • 7 miles away

Seeking our next sitter for two awesome 8...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Looking for a new sitter for 2 kiddos! They are 8 & 9 years old and in 2nd & 4th grade. Minimum required hours/days needed are: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from about 2:50pm (school pick up time) until around 5:30/6:00pm. Flexible on the exact start date and times. We would love any extra... More

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$21–25/hr
North Berwick, ME • 12 miles away

Babysitter needed for 12 year old from 4...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/27

4:00pm - 11:00pm

Hi there! We’re looking for a responsible babysitter for our middle school child. This position starts on December 27, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM.

Your main tasks include supervising activities, and ensuring safety at all times. You will prepare light snacks and encourage fun, engaging play.... More

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$22–26/hr
Raymond, NH • 21 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

Mother seeks babysitter with flexibility for two children, who are in daycare and middle school. This role includes preparing breakfast, helping with morning routines, and ensuring they get to school on time. You will need to have a car for school drop-off. The job starts on December 2, 2025, but we... More

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$22–26/hr
Exeter, NH • 15 miles away

Reliable nanny needed for toddler on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello, we're looking for an experienced nanny who can help 2-3x/week with morning daycare drop off (8 a.m. approx) and evening daycare pickup (5 p.m. approx) for our 2-year-old girl. We would also ask that you spend a few hours with our baby in the evening until approximately 7 p.m. when we would be... More

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$20–25/hr
Dover, NH • 7 miles away

Seeking Reliable Babysitter for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We need help with our two elementary school children for a few days each week after school from December 8, 2025 to January 15, 2026. The start date is flexible. You will engage our kids in fun activities, assist with homework, and prepare snacks. Experience working with children with special... More

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$23–27/hr
Newbury, MA • 24 miles away

Looking for a reliable babysitter with a...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We’re looking for a babysitter for our elementary-aged child. The schedule is flexible, but we’d like someone to start around December 1, 2025. Your responsibilities will include supervising playtime, helping with homework, and preparing simple snacks. We want someone reliable and energetic who... More

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$22–26/hr
Durham, NH • 9 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Elementary Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi there! We need a babysitter to look after our elementary school child starting on January 11, 2026. The sitter will supervise playtime, assist with homework, and prepare simple meals. It's important for the sitter to have a car for transportation to activities or outings. We appreciate someone... More

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$23–28/hr
Merrimac, MA • 23 miles away

Afternoon Nanny Needed for Two Children,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

Hello sitters! We need help with our two children, ages 1 and 4. The job start date is flexible but we're looking for something soon.

You'll work roughly from 4 PM to 8 PM on weekday afternoons. Your responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing snacks/kid dinner, and helping with... More

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$22–28/hr
Dover, NH • 7 miles away

Weekly sitter for 2 awesome, elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Looking for a consistent sitter for two kiddos! (8 & 9 years old). Required hours and days that I need are: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 3pm-6pm. Flexible start date and would be awesome if you had some weekend availability or date night availability as well! :) Must have your own car, be... More

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$20–25/hr
Dover, NH • 7 miles away

Seeking new sitter for 8&9 year olds!...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Looking for a consistent sitter for two kiddos! (8 & 9 years old). They are in 2nd and 4th grade and amazing kiddos. Required hours and days that I need at a minimum are: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from about 2:50pm (school pick up time) until around 5:30/6:00pm. Flexible on the start date and... More

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$20–35/hr
Merrimac, MA • 23 miles away

Reliable babysitter needed for one...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We want a babysitter for our elementary-aged child. The start date is flexible, but we hope to begin Fall 2025 (i.e. end of Sept/Oct). You’ll need to have a car for pickup and drop-off (preferred, can discuss). The sitter should speak one or more of these languages: Arabic, Chinese, Italian,... More

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