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.

$18–25/hr
Lavallette, NJ • 18 miles away

Part time sitter for an energetic 2 1/2...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 11:00am (flexible)

We are looking for an experienced Nanny for a regular schedule each week. Schedule might vary , must be comfortable with light meal prep, light cleaning, bedtime. Walks to the park and maybe some beach days also. My husband travels a lot as I am a stay at home mother who needs some help .

Light... More

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$18–25/hr
Lavallette, NJ • 18 miles away

Part-time sitter for a vibrant...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 11:00pm

We are a family of 4 but my step son lives in PA, he will occasionally be with us. My husband travels a lot for work and I’m a stay at home mom who needs some help
Light meal prep, maybe throw in a load of laundry here and there. Jackson is a very energetic 2 year old who loves life and loves to... More

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$21–25/hr
Barnegat Light, NJ • 9 miles away

Sitter for 8 month old infant

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/13

7:00am - 3:00pm

We need a back up sitter for our 8 month old boy

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$19–23/hr
Barnegat, NJ • Less than a mile

Flexible sitter for 4 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 4:30pm

We are currently looking for a sitter to come to our house 1-2 times/week to look after and care for our son, Benjamin. We have one cat that keeps to himself most of the day, Mr. Brooks. We are looking for the potential sitter to be able to aide in our son's milestones as well as assist in learning... More

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$10–15/hr
Jackson, NJ • 24 miles away

Looking for a fulltime caregiver and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

Hello! My name is Christie and I'm looking for a regular sitter Tuesday-Friday for the unforeseeable future :) I know this is a little unique, but we're looking to hire someone for our 4-year old son, Xander, to be homeschooled while we work. We would provide all of his course materials and the... More

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$15–18/hr
Toms River, NJ • 17 miles away

Sitter needed

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

A family looking for a sitter one weekend a month for our 2.5 year old daughter.

Keep an eye on her. Bathing once a day and 3 meals that most of the time just to be warmed up. As far as children goes she is very friendly and playful.

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$18–24/hr
Toms River, NJ • 17 miles away

Part-time sitter for loving and energetic...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 12:30pm

Hey there! I'm looking for a regular sitter for my 2 1/2 year old son. He's absolutely wonderful, has loads of energy, and loves playing!
I need someone to watch my son while I am working from home, or from the nearby library. I would like to follow his regular routine, with lots of outdoors time!

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$10–18/hr
Cookstown, NJ • 24 miles away

Full time sitter for autistic preschool child

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Our daughter is 3 years oldand autistic with high support needs. She’s nonverbal, but is extremely sweet.
Get her to eat breakfast and get her ready for school,put her on the bus, get her off the bus, prepare a snack, entertain her, possibly go to the park or outside, give her a nap. Help clean up... More

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$13–25/hr
Toms River, NJ • 17 miles away

Part time sitter for 3 energetic boys

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

Looking for an energetic, kind baby sitter for 3 boys ( 8,5,3) one regular day and occasional date nights.

Light housekeeping
Driving kids to and from school\ activities as needed

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$20–25/hr
Toms River, NJ • 17 miles away

Part time sitter for three small children

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 7:00pm

Hello, my name is Jerry. I have a six year old son, three year old daughter, and two year old son. I am looking for someone to watch over them until I can get home from work. Their mother will drop them off. I usually get home between 6:00 and 7:00.
Watch over the kids and interact. Play inside, out... More

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$20–24/hr
Seaside Heights, NJ • 16 miles away

In town for wedding- need sitter

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/14

2:00pm - 10:00pm

We are in town for a wedding on September 27th and looking for a sitter at our Airbnb for the day/night for our 20 month old toddler.

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$13–16/hr
Manchester Township, NJ • 14 miles away

Summer Help! Full time 2 kids Pay will be...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 10:00am (flexible)

My wife and I are looking for someone who is responsible, reliable and is trustworthy. We have twin girls (9 years old) they are mostly independent. Looking for summer help. 5 days a week. Days will vary weekly.

Keep eye on kids at our house. Make sure they are safe and maybe do some fun summer... More

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$10–20/hr
Barnegat, NJ • Less than a mile

Part Time sitter for a loving and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

We are a family of 4(mom, dad, daughter (7), son(1). We also have a dog and a cat. My husband is a truck driver, I drive a school bus for a local school district.
We are looking for someone to watch our 1 year old son MWF from 1-430ish. Our daughter is at school and and my dad gets her off the bus... More

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$19–24/hr
Forked River, NJ • 8 miles away

Part-time sitter to 3yo boy.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

Hello! Need a part time sitter for my 3 year old son at our home. We live in a quiet neighborhood great for walks and a big back yard with a pool. We are looking for someone to spend some time with our son while we’re at work until his grandparents are free to come grab him.

We just expect our... More

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