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.

$15–19/hr
Fayetteville, NC • 8 miles away

before and after school sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am

We are a family of 5. Children ages 12, 6, and 5. But will only need before and after school care for 6 and 5 year old.
6 years will be shy and not talk as much at first but eventually opens up. 5 years old likes to do his own thing and not be bother.
For 5 year old Drop off at Fayetteville State... More

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$15–19/hr
Fayetteville, NC • 7 miles away

4 kiddos, mom and daddy need their time

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I’m a mother of four children. 1 year old, 2 year old, 9 year old, and 11 year old. My fiancé and I are looking for someone who could be a datenight/ vacation sitter.
We request someone who’s patient, kind, and comfortable being in our home during date nights.

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$10–14/hr
Fayetteville, NC • 7 miles away

Full time sitter for one year old daughter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 6:00pm

Full time sitter for one year old daughter

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$10–15/hr
Spring Lake, NC • 14 miles away

JUST 1 TODDLER!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking For a Babysitter for my 2 year old! Preferred In Home babysitter
Cook and or prepare the meals, Change pull ups, practice potty training (optional)
Ealy Start, 0530!

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$15–19/hr
Spring Lake, NC • 14 miles away

Good with baby’s

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/24

11:00am - 8:00pm

Baby Mary have 10 month mom work from home grandma baby sitter but she is goin out for vacation
Work from home but I don’t have a sitter for that day on the 24 of may

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$10–15/hr
Fayetteville, NC • 7 miles away

Looking for THE perfect sitter! ?

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

? Attention all awesome babysitters! ?

I'm on the lookout for a fantastic babysitter to hang out with my 2 1/2 year old ball of joy and my adorable 1-year-old cutie pie! ?

? When: Tuesday-Thursday, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
⭐️ Plus occasional date nights and maybe some flexible daytime hours so I... More

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$15–19/hr
Hope Mills, NC • Less than a mile

Needed part time Nanny for pick up and bed...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

Mom will be away at work Monday - Wednesday or Wednesday- Thursday there will be 2 teenage boys in the home
Picking the baby (4yrs old ) up from Daycay/school taking her to the park or playing outside- showering the baby the. Putting her in bed - the boys willprovide the meals

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$10–12/hr
Raeford, NC • 15 miles away

Part-time school transportation for one...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 3:30pm (flexible)

I am a single mom of 3. I work from home in Eastover and can’t leave work to pick up my oldest from school in Raeford. I just need someone to drive her to me on the days I have the kids. The days they are with their dad we would not need assistance.
I need someone to pick up my daughter from school... More

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$15–19/hr
Hope Mills, NC • Less than a mile

Date night sitter needed for 5 year old girl

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My husband is in the Army currently stationed at fort liberty. We have one daughter and one dog.
Looking for a reliable date night sitter. Someone who will play with her and keep her entertained

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$10–13/hr
Fayetteville, NC • 3 miles away

Full time sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm

We have two kids. Girl age 5. Boy age 3.5. We also have 2 dogs who are cuddle bugs!

We are looking for somebody caring, passionate and energetic. We need this caregiver to drive our kids to/from school. The 5 year old will start kindergarten and the 3.5 year old will continue attending part time... More

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$10–16/hr
Fayetteville, NC • 7 miles away

Part time sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 5:30pm

I have a 6year old girl and 4 year old boy. They are very active children
Pick up my children from school at 2:40pm and watch them until im off work at 5:30pm. As well as watching them when i have to work but they don't have school.
Cliffdale elementary

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$10–11/hr
Fayetteville, NC • 7 miles away

Sitter for 5 month old babygirl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

5 month old daughter, she is using formula, she starts crying if the room is to hot or cold or if she’s sleepy, but temperature shouldn’t be a problem cuz she’s at my house

5 month old daughter, we don’t need a 9 -5 every day 3 days a week will be 11:30 to 4:30 and you would need to be able to... More

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$12–19/hr
Raeford, NC • 15 miles away

PRN (as needed) Sitter for a sweet 8yr old...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi, my name is Brittany. I have an 8yr old daughter named Carmen. She’s a sweet girl. Carmen has ADHD, however it is controlled. She enjoys her pets, video games and tablets. She loves to swim and be outdoors. We have 1 small dog, 2 cats and a rabbit. Carmen wants to be a veterinarian when she grows... More

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$10–25/hr
Fayetteville, NC • 7 miles away

Occasional sitter for one year old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We are a family of three located in Fayetteville NC. We have an active one year old and a four year old dog.

- bedtime routine
- light tidying up e.g. put toys away, clean baby’s room
- offer snacks and be able to prepare light meals such as cut up fruit and veggies
- pickup from... More

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