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.

$15–20/hr
Durham, NC • 16 miles away

Reliable part-time sitter needed!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 6:00pm

Hi! We’re new to the area. I’m a single mom of two working on my MS degree while working full time. My kids are 9 years apart and best buddies who love playing outside, Bluey, and board games! My daughter is almost 1 and my son is 10 (High-functioning Audhd). We have a cuddly cat named Mynx who is... More

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$18–20/hr
Chapel Hill, NC • 11 miles away

Spanish speaking sitter for 2 toddlers...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

We are a family of 4 and 1 small dog. Our son Max is 3 1/2 and daughter Zoe just turned 1.

In search of a Spanish-speaking sitter to come 2-3 days a week in the afternoon. Ideally, we could establish a consistent weekly schedule.

We would like the sitter to speak Spanish only with the kids. Mom or... More

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$15–25/hr
Durham, NC • 21 miles away

Part time sitter for toddler and baby

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Sweet and energetic two year old and a laid back and sweet 1 year old! We have a dog and a kitty and they are both friendly but cat will most likely hide anyways.
Need someone who will play with my babies and is comfortable with taking my two year old to the potty (he is potty trained but still... More

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$12–25/hr
Chapel Hill, NC • 11 miles away

Part time sitter for wonderful 2 years old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

Hello, we are family of 5 , we live in chapel hill… we are fun and easygoing.

Watch for out 2 years old. Change her diaper, prepare meals, play and interact with her.

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$13–19/hr
Durham, NC • 19 miles away

Super Sitter Needed Energetic Baby!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

Our family has recently moved to Durham from South Florida & are looking for an enthusiastic, energetic sitter

We need someone energetic and that will stay active with our daughter as she loves to play all the time! Shifts would be Saturdays & Sundays (not always Sundays) and will range from 5-10... More

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$20–24/hr
Durham, NC • 14 miles away

Close to full time hours for a silly sweet...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00pm - 6:00pm

We have a charming 2.5 year old who we love so much! We are looking for someone to care for her while we work from home :)
Tuesdays and Thursdays we are looking for full day care. Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays we are looking for someone to pick her up from school at 12noon, give her lunch, put her... More

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$15–25/hr
Chapel Hill, NC • 13 miles away

Sitter for 5 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

We are looking fo a caregiver to pick up our daughter from her school and spend time with her in the afternoon for about three hours

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$15–23/hr
Durham, NC • 19 miles away

Part-time sitter for 11 months girl.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 1:30pm (flexible)

We are a family of 5 our 2 kids go to school, and we work from home for an IT company.
We need help with our soon to be 1 year old baby Saja. sometimes we have meetings and we can not take care of her while we do that.

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$20–22/hr
Durham, NC • 16 miles away

Looking for regular sitter for our fun...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi we are new to the triangle area! Our little guy loves balls, dogs, and being outside!
Regular date night sitter and occasional afternoons. Engage with our son in age appropriate activities, prepare and feed meals, bath time, bed time, and light clean up.

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$15–20/hr
Durham, NC • 19 miles away

Part-time infant sitter while mom works...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are seeking a reliable part-time caregiver, providing dedicated care for our infant while mom works from home. The primary responsibilities include feeding, diaper changes, and attentive supervision of the baby while the mom is engaged in remote meetings. Mom is actively breastfeeding and... More

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$10–15/hr
Durham, NC • 21 miles away

Fulltime sitter for 13 month old toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm

Parents both nurses and I(mother) will be working at home so just want someone looking/staying with our baby.
Just look/stay with toddler while his eating, watching , and playing. Let him sleep 1x/2x a day.

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$24–28/hr
Durham, NC • 19 miles away

Dynamic Duo wants a Trio! Part-time sitter...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

Dynamic duo, who are thick as thieves looking forward to making this venture a Trio! My mini and me are in transition from now until the beginning of the 24-25 school year ready to nail kindergarten, whilst I are in the process of returning back to work full time. We need a consistent member of our... More

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$23–27/hr
Durham, NC • 21 miles away

Part-time Sitter for one toddler and one...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We’re a small loving family.We moved to Durham a couple years ago and are enjoying it so far. We’re both professionals employed full time, looking for some help in the evenings. Thanks!
Bedtime- bath and story time, some lunch prep (very straightforward). Some laundry.

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$11–14/hr
Durham, NC • 19 miles away

Full time sitter for a really self reliant...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 3:00am

In need of a reliable sitter who would be welcomed into our family home. Our daughter has autism and she’s verbally communicating fully potty trained and an absolute pleasure. She loves puzzles, books, and snacks. She extremely easy to watch and very well mannered and sweet.

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How can babysitters make extra money?

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