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.

$10–14/hr
Winston Salem, NC • 9 miles away

Sitter for 9-month old and occasionally...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We’d love to welcome nanny/babysitter to our family Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 3 PM. We are a family of 5 but only seeking childcare for infant and 4-year old occasionally during the summer.
We have a nine month old and a four year old who will be home during the summer starting week of June... More

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$10–25/hr
Lexington, NC • 20 miles away

In need of a part-time sitter for the...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 3:30pm

Mom is a nurse. Dad will be in nursing school starting in August. We have a three year old boy named Oliver. He loves anything outside. He enjoys cars, Monster trucks, and trains. He likes to go on walks around our neighborhood.
We need a sitter to take care of Oliver, play games, feed him lunch,... More

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$12–22/hr
Winston Salem, NC • 9 miles away

Part time sitter for 7yr old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Peaceful family. Loves snuggling up in blankets and watching movies. Love traveling
Keep an out out for my 6 yr old. Cook lunch/dinner. Stay overnight occasionally

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$17–21/hr
Winston Salem, NC • 7 miles away

Part-time sitter/mother’s helper for 3...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi! I’m looking for some part-time help both at my home and at our neighborhood pool this summer! I have 3 kids- 4, 2, and a baby. We’re hoping someone can feel like a friend!
Help me watch the kids at the pool, prepare light meals/snacks, tidy toys/clean some dishes, play with the kids, nap time... More

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$10–20/hr
Kernersville, NC • 19 miles away

Baby sitter needed for last minute plans

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello my name is Dierra White and I have 2 girls, their ages are 4 & 10.
I need an occasional sitter for date nights. I someone who is able to fix lights meals/snacks and get the kids ready for bed.

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$10–14/hr
High Point, NC • 24 miles away

Babysitter needed

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 6:00pm

My husband and I are both in ministry. We have an 18 month old and in need of care.
Care for child in our home. Prepare lunch and snacks. Play with child.

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$16–20/hr
Clemmons, NC • 5 miles away

Occasional sitter for older children...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We are looking foran occasional sitter forur children. Just to hangout out and make sure they don't get in trouble or hurt themselves. our
Watch kids, make sure they are behaving. Feed dinner and have them put on PJs.
My home,in Clemmons/Arcadi.

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$10–24/hr
Clemmons, NC • 5 miles away

Weekend sitter for our sweet girl!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Our little family is growing. We have our daughter 14 months old and another due in August!

Wife is currently working 3rd shift on weekends. Needing someone to help watch our daughter on Saturdays or Sundays so i can do things around the house or run errands.

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$10–13/hr
Germanton, NC • 15 miles away

Homeschooling mom needs time-out.

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi we are a homeschooling family 6 children 3 currently are home. Mom needs a brake from time to time

Watch kids play, feed them, drive them to a park. ………………………………..,,,,,,,,

Schedule is flexible

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$17–21/hr
Winston Salem, NC • 7 miles away

4days a week sitter for 2 month old girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Monday Tuesday Thursday and Friday baby sitter for 2 month old baby girl

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$12–21/hr
Winston Salem, NC • 14 miles away

Child transportation

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am

Brother and sister that needs transportation from and to the school. Boy is non-verbal but very dependent kid

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$17–21/hr
Winston Salem, NC • 7 miles away

Part time 1 energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30am - 7:30am

Watch toddler for a few hours until I get off work he may or may not want a snack but will leave some out
Starting 4/9-4/19 Monday Friday 2:30pm-7:30pm for the first 2weeks schedule will change 4/22/2024

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$15–18/hr
Winston Salem, NC • 9 miles away

Part time sitter for an active newborn!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

Hello! My husband and I have been living in Winston Salem for about 5 years, and are coming up on our one year marriage anniversary. We just had our baby girl at the end of February. We are an honest and easy going family looking for a kind, patient, and flexible nanny.

We would need help feeding... More

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$10–15/hr
Winston Salem, NC • 11 miles away

Part-time sitter of two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Four children three girls one boy, Single mother trying to make ends meet overall happy family
Non-Christian free spirited holistic Nontraditional Love natural organic things

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