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.

$15–25/hr
Raymond, NH • 11 miles away

Oncall night & weekend sitter for up to 3...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00pm

We are a blended family with unique childcare hours needed. Mom is a nurse and dad works in construction. We also have a Boston Terrier pup. Our parenting style is very laid back. Children are used to sitters and flexible with routines. We have a shallow inground pool for summer... More

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$15–25/hr
Manchester, NH • 19 miles away

Spring break sitter for 5 year old girl...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Me and my wife are both working as full time employees from 8-4pm. We are looking for a babysitter for the coming spring break 4/22-04/26
Just need to watch her while we both at work. From 7:30-4:30pm. She’s a very cute little girl who doesn’t need a lot. She likes to play puzzles, sand toys,... More

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$20–24/hr
Bedford, NH • 24 miles away

Regular sitter for infant while mom on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Sweet newborn who would love to nap in your arms while mom gets in a workout
Hang with the little one for a few hours while I’m on maternity leave - we are flexible on the days of week and times so please propose other days that might work for your schedule
We have a 2.5 year old also who will be... More

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$15–20/hr
Atkinson, NH • 25 miles away

Part-time Sitter for Toddler and Infant

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 5:00pm

My husband and I live in Atkinson NH with our daughter Sofia (almost 2 y.o), son Nico (3 months) and chocolate lab Hazel (1 y.o). We are looking for someone to work with our family on a part time basis when my husband goes back to work at the end of April. We hope whoever works with us will become a... More

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$15–20/hr
Somersworth, NH • 16 miles away

Qualified part time nanny needed for help...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a 3, 6, and 10 year old + elderly dog w/pee pads. The 3 year old is very sweet and relaxed. Middle child is a little crazy but he’s cool. And my oldest is functioning autistic and can care for himself mostly. I am looking for help caring for them so I can occasionally run errands and go see... More

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$20–25/hr
Epping, NH • 12 miles away

Full time help for June for two kiddos!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My husband and I both work from home with a separate office space. We’ve formed great and lasting relationships with prior nanny’s. Who still come to visit /work regularly, but due to work/school schedules were unable to commit to our full time need in June.

We are seeking a warm and nurturing... More

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$15–22/hr
East Kingston, NH • 22 miles away

Part time sitter for a fun loving toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi all, I’m looking for an occasional sitter for my fun loving 17 month old for date nights and appointments and such.
I would like a sitter who can sit and play with my daughter she loves books and playing outside
I would be absolutely happy to communicate in advance when I would like you to come

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$20–24/hr
Hooksett, NH • 16 miles away

Part- time babysitter who is great with a...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm

Hello, I have 2 children. A son who is 7 and a daughter who is 9. Looking for someone a few days a week to help out.
Pick kids up from school in Bedford NH and and take my daughter to gymnastics in Hooksett NH

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$18–21/hr
Raymond, NH • 11 miles away

Looking for sitter for my sweet 9 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 3:30pm

Hi my name is Tabitha I have 3 children two teenagers and a 9 month old . Briar is the oldest he is 16 Grace my daughter is 13 they get home around 3 and don’t require anything from the sitter ? Asher is the youngest he is 9 months and is full of energy and such a goofy sweet boy. I am looking for... More

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$20–30/hr
Bedford, NH • 24 miles away

Summer Nanny

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 6:00pm (flexible)

Looking for summer care for our 3 kids, with the potential to turn into a long term position. 5 year old boy, 10 and 13 year old girls. Must be comfortable with dogs (1 mini labradoodle, 1 black lab).
10 and 5 year old will spend most days at the local pool club (approx 3 miles away). Must be... More

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$10–11/hr
East Derry, NH • 22 miles away

Part time help needed for a struggling...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 12:30pm

I'm a single mom. So I don't make a lot. I'm looking for someone to watch my daughter while I'm at work.
I'm a single mom and don't make a lot. I'm going through a nasty custody mayter
My home

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$18–30/hr
Newmarket, NH • 15 miles away

Need sitters for evenings, 2 well behaved...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have a girl who will be 2 in June and a boy who will be 6 in June. Looking mostly for care during the evenings.
Watch the 2 kids, and put them to bed should we be out later than their normal bedtime.

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$10–22/hr
Dover, NH • 14 miles away

On call sitter for two elementary age...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a single mom of 2 elementary age kids. I have a daughter that is 8 years old and a son that is 6 years old. We are a pretty laid back family that likes to have fun. Oh we also have a dog friend named Baylee.
You would just need to prepare light snacks and lunch and then also be okay with... More

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$18–20/hr
Rochester, NH • 16 miles away

Temporary Nanny for Toddler in Rochester!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for part-time help for our 17mo daughter 2-3 mornings per week beginning March 25. Care is needed from 8am-12pm (we can be flexible on the days). We will have a gap in childcare coverage from March 25 through June 22, so this is a short-term engagement but we’re hoping to make a... More

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