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.

$15–18/hr
Wayne, NJ • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter for a 2 year-old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

Hi! Our son is 2 years old. He likes books, active and free play, and drawing on his white board.

We are looking for a reliable and trustworthy babysitter to spend a few hours with him every day 5-6 days a week. Someone who can be active and fun, can do simple crafts, read books, and loves to play. More

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$10–20/hr
Mine Hill, NJ • 6 miles away

Part-time sitter needed for 4 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 9:00pm

Hi! My name is Claudia and I am a single mom to my beautiful 4 year son Gabriel.
I need help picking up my son from preschool by 5:45pm and have someone be with him until I or a family member gets back from work.

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$21–25/hr
Readington, NJ • 23 miles away

Italian Speaking Nanny

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My wife works 9-5 but as a professor I have a more sporadic schedule that depends on semester by semester.
She needs to care for, feed, change, put down for naps, and speak Italian.

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$15–18/hr
Short Hills, NJ • 23 miles away

After School Sitter for twin 11 year old boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 7:30pm (flexible)

My wife and I stay at Short Hills. We have twin 11 year old,energetic 5th graders. The boys are well mannered and respectful. They love reading. Swimming and music.

We are looking for a after school sitter for our twin 11 year old boys. Typically following tasks will be involved
1) Driving the kids... More

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$21–25/hr
Bedminster, NJ • 17 miles away

Weekly Weekend Baby-sitter in Bedminster...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Family of 4 in Bedminster, NJ. We're looking for a babysitter to lend us a hand once a week, on Sundays from 2-6pm. Our family consists of two boys, almost 3 years old and 7 months old. In addition to our regular Sunday sessions, we're also looking for someone who can help out with an occasional... More

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$15–25/hr
Warren, NJ • 21 miles away

Safe and reliable driver

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

We are a family of 4 living in Warren NJ, looking for a reliable and safe driver for our teen

Drive my teen from school in Edison NJ to her dance class in Warren NJ.

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$15–18/hr
Caldwell, NJ • 23 miles away

Looking for someone to hang with my bestie...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

Hi! My name is Adrianna. Getting back to work mid April and looking for the perfect sitter for my 7 month old baby boy.

You will have one task. Entertain my baby! If you can clean up little things in regards to my son, cool. If not, no big deal. Just keep my baby safe and happy!

My schedule is... More

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$20–25/hr
Bernardsville, NJ • 14 miles away

Looking for Part-time afternoon sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We have two boys ages nine and eleven. We also have two toy poodles. Thanks so much.
Looking for someone to provide driving, light meal prep, and supervision

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$21–25/hr
Parsippany, NJ • 15 miles away

Part time sitter to supervise children in...

5+ children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 04/25

10:00am - 2:00pm

We are just looking for a sitter for few hours at our TYKTWD event to supervise
Help supervise children at a play area set up for a few hours, we will also have parents and volunteers involved

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$15–20/hr
Wayne, NJ • 24 miles away

Full time Nanny (30 Hours) for 8 Month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am (flexible)

Hi! I am seeking a sweet, reliable and experienced full time nanny for my 8 month old daughter while I am working from home.

Hours would be 8:30 AM-4PM on most days except Wednesdays and Fridays (9AM-1PM). This position would require bottle feeding, solid baby led feeding, active and engaging... More

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$20–25/hr
Bound Brook, NJ • 24 miles away

Babysitter for date nights/days &...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We have one playful and loving son who is 21 months old, as well as 3 cats.

We’re looking for a babysitter for date nights/days & when our son is home from daycare during the day.
Responsibilities would include warming up meals, sticking to his basic schedule and cleaning up any toys... More

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$14–24/hr
Warren, NJ • 21 miles away

After school babysitter

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for a reliable babysitter to help with kids after school - homework, pickup/drop off for activities/practices some days, prep lunches/dinner, laundry, dishes, etc.

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$18–22/hr
Mount Arlington, NJ • 4 miles away

Morning Help For a Single Mom

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Single mom of a wonderful 3.5 year old little boy. We have one dog (she is a large dog but a sweetheart). My son loves anything having to do with cars and dinosaurs. Very smart and sweet.
Looking for someone to come in occasionally in the mornings to help get my son dressed, fed and ready for... More

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$17–20/hr
Whitehouse Station, NJ • 21 miles away

PRN Sitter needed

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a flexible helper to assist us in our daily routine. Looking forward to have you long term especially this May since we will be having another child. We need a sitter to watch, feed and interact with the kids while we do quick errands. We are a fun, loving and flexible family! Also we have a... More

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