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.

$20–24/hr
Charlotte, NC • 18 miles away

Helper for mom, newly postpartum

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am newly postpartum and need some help around the house with managing our lovely toddler and doing some light household tasks while I recover.

Watch our 22 month old girl occasionally, and help me with light household tasks (meal prep, laundry)

Would love if you could tell me you’re open to... More

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$12–20/hr
Charlotte, NC • 21 miles away

Flexible Weekend Babysitter Needed for One...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 7:30pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for one junior high child starting on July 10, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 2:30 PM to 7:00 PM on Saturdays and Sundays. The ideal candidate has a car and is comfortable with pets. Experience working with special needs children is essential.... More

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$20–24/hr
Charlotte, NC • 22 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Infant on Saturdays...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30pm - 6:30am (flexible)

We need a babysitter for one infant, starting on December 6th, 2025. The hours are from 5:30 PM on Saturday to 8:00 AM the next day. The babysitter cares for the child by providing attention, feeding, changing, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. The sitter must be comfortable with pets in... More

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$21–25/hr
Charlotte, NC • 22 miles away

Weeknight Assistance in SouthPark | Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Re-Upping; August start (flexible)

We are looking for long-term part-time help two or three weeknight evenings from 4:30ish-7:30ish.

We have two girls: 10 (rising
5th grader) and almost 8 (rising 3rd grader).

My wife and I work full time (hybrid schedules), and we are located in... More

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$20–24/hr
Charlotte, NC • 20 miles away

Nurture and Care for Two Children, Must...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a reliable babysitter to care for our two children, an infant and a preschooler, as needed. The sitter ensures safety and engages the children in play and learning activities. Responsibilities include preparing meals, changing diapers, and following daily routines. The ideal candidate has a... More

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$21–25/hr
Matthews, NC • 16 miles away

Need reliable and flexible sitter for my...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

3.5 year old and 5 month old! I work as a doula / birth worker so I am looking for someone who is flexible and available at a moments notice. I need occasional help about 3-5 times per month between the hours of 8am-6pm.

Play with my toddler 3.5 and while also caring for my baby! Outside play,... More

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$20–24/hr
Charlotte, NC • 18 miles away

Part time sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00pm - 11:00am (flexible)

Single father of two daughters within just needing help on a few work days.

Need help within watching daughters overnight until the morning and possibly taking them to school a day or two throughout the week

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$16–24/hr
Charlotte, NC • 18 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:30pm - 10:30am (flexible)

We seek a responsible babysitter for two elementary-aged children. The job starts on July 7, 2025, with a flexible schedule. You work on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 11:30 PM to 10:30 AM. Your duties include supervising the children, preparing snacks, helping with bedtime routines, and... More

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$15–25/hr
Matthews, NC • 18 miles away

Babysitter Needed For Camp Pickups Week of...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I’m seeking a reliable babysitter starting on June 23, 2025, through June 27th for camp pickups at 3pm for one middle school child. The role requires pickup and driving the child 30 min home from camp, so the candidate must have their own car. I will be there when child is dropped off so no need to... More

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$22–26/hr
Waxhaw, NC • 17 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Two Children with...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a fun-loving family seeking a reliable babysitter for two children, ages preschool and elementary. The job starts on July 7, 2025 (this start date is flexible) with start times during the school year helping to prepare the children for school in the morning 6am-8am, and from 12PM to 6PM,... More

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$21–25/hr
Charlotte, NC • 22 miles away

Part time to a one year old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi we are the Adam’s in need of a sitter for our toddler Jr playful loving sweet baby he’s very independent and energetic we are looking for someone to watch to be patient and loving to our fully energetic and chill toodler he does take naps at this age also gentle and understanding loves children... More

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$22–25/hr
Charlotte, NC • 22 miles away

Part-time Consistent Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our preschool daughter starting around August 12, 2025. Ideal schedule is Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM with one or two later evenings per month.

Primary responsibilities include driving our child, preparing meals and snacks, helping... More

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$20–25/hr
Charlotte, NC • 22 miles away

Weeknight Assistance in SouthPark | Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Revised With August Start Date

We are looking for long-term part-time help two or three weeknight evenings from 4:30ish-7:30ish. We have two girls: 10 (rising 5th grader) and almost 8 (rising 3rd grader).

My wife and I work full time (hybrid schedules), and we’re located in SouthPark, behind... More

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$15–29/hr
Waxhaw, NC • 17 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

Need help taking care of baby during the week from 9-5. Our little baby girl is 7.5 months old. Looking for someone with nannying experience and loves babies

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