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.

$10–12/hr
Clayton, NC • 19 miles away

Part time sitter for 2 year old and 1 year...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 6:00pm

Looking for a part-time caregiver for my 2 year old son and 1 year old daughter to come to my home. My son is a very easy going playful kid. My daughter is very sweet and loves to play. We do have 1 large dog. He (neutered) is nice and pretty self sufficient.
I work from home 80% but need someone... More

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$15–23/hr
Raleigh, NC • 19 miles away

Part-time sitter for energetic 8 year old...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a single mother with a 8 year old daughter, who is ADHD. She is very energetic, sassy and sweet.

The ideal sitter will have a genuine love for children and be able to engage them in fun and educational activities. Responsibilities will include supervising playtime, preparing snacks and... More

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$19–23/hr
Raleigh, NC • 18 miles away

Occasional sitter for a toddler and...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! My husband and I are looking for an occasional sitter for date night and when we need extra help around the house. We have a son Brady who is 15 months and we’re expecting our second baby in January so it would be helpful to hire somebody who will be comfortable with two kids.
Bed time for date... More

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$18–23/hr
Angier, NC • 7 miles away

Newborn sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

my husband and I are looking for someone with a flexible schedule to help us out with our little one.
watch our little one on certain days. It would be different days each week.

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$17–18/hr
Raleigh, NC • 11 miles away

part-time sitter for 1 easy going toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello my name is jess and just need a babysitter occasionally.My boyfriend and i work similar shifts so typically only need a babysitter for an average of 4-6 hours maybe 4/5 times a week
take care of my 1year old, that includes making her bed and her area of playtime make sure shes being watched... More

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$10–17/hr
Raleigh, NC • 16 miles away

Driver for Pre-K child

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 9:00am

Mother of 2 kids. Kashmir is 4 and attending Pre-K. I also have a 10 month old daughter who is at home with me.
I need sitter to drop Kashmir off to school M-F he has to be at school by 8:30.
School is 10 minutes away from house and he goes to school M-F

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$19–23/hr
Holly Springs, NC • 3 miles away

Sitter for 2 energetic toddlers

5+ children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Indian, family of 5 grandparent , parents and 1 child , 1 friends child 3 year old
Be with our son and 1 kids aged between 3-5
Give good, games and get to bed if possible
Need for occasion and then regularly for day night of able to manage

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$19–27/hr
Durham, NC • 23 miles away

Looking for sitter for date nights/backup...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have a lovely, energetic 11-month-old and are looking for a sitter for regular date nights, back up care when daycare is closed (we can provide those dates well in advance), and sick day care (happy to offer hazard pay during this time). We want to build a long-term relationship with a sitter and... More

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$13–15/hr
Fuquay Varina, NC • Less than a mile

Sweetest baby looking for unicorn babysitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a loving family that enjoys laughing and spending time together

The sitters main responsibility would be to care for our baby girl while we work (from home)

Schedule can be as flexible as 3 days per week

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$10–14/hr
Cary, NC • 11 miles away

Mother's helper NEEDED! ***PLEASE READ...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 3:00pm

I'm a work-from-home mom of three boys (ages 7 months, 11, and 17) and a friendly Goldendoodle. I'm looking for a responsible and caring individual to assist with my 8-month-old baby while I work, until my older children or husband return from school and work.

**Your primary responsibilities... More

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$20–24/hr
Raleigh, NC • 23 miles away

Part-time caregiver for 2 elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Seeking someone to pick up the kids after school, drive them home, and help with homework/meal prep/play until I am done with work.

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$19–23/hr
Raleigh, NC • 19 miles away

Triplet infants and 5 year old

4 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 01/18

3:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

Need a date night out.

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$22/hr
Fuquay Varina, NC • Less than a mile

Part time mothers helper with 2 yr old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:30pm - 4:30pm

Family of 3 looking for a mother’s helper during day. ☀️
Background check should be listed on your profile. ✅
Assist mom with baby during the day after her nap ✅
Assit her with play time, setting up play stations ✅
2x a week may move up to 3x a week ✅

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$18–22/hr
Fuquay Varina, NC • Less than a mile

Nanny for drop off and pick up at school

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 11:30am (flexible)

We are a family of 4. Our children are 5 and 3 and our kids love to play
The job duties are to Pick kids up from house, take them to school and pick them up from school and return them back home with after school care.
We live in Fuquay-Varina but both of our kids go to school in Holly Spring. ... More

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