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.

$20–27/hr
Denville, NJ • 18 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler, Prepare...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

We are seeking a babysitter for a toddler starting on April 21, 2025, with a flexible start date. The hours are from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, Monday through Thursday. The sitter will supervise the child, ensuring safety and engagement in age-appropriate activities while Mom works from home.... More

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$22–26/hr
Randolph, NJ • 17 miles away

Look After Two Children, Drive, Cook, and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a responsible babysitter to care for two children, ages preschool and elementary, from May 5, 2025. The schedule is flexible but includes Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 3:30 PM to 7:00 PM. Responsibilities include picking up the children from school (must drive to... More

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$22–25/hr
Butler, NJ • 20 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Two Kids, Tuesdays...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for our two children, ages preschool and elementary. The job starts on June 17, 2025, and runs every Tuesday and Thursday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The caregiver must have their own car to drive the kids to activities and playdates. The ideal candidate should... More

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$20–25/hr
Morristown, NJ • 22 miles away

Summer Sitter for Fun & Creative...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am

Summer Sitter Needed for Fun & Creative 8-Year-Old Girl in Morristown

We’re looking for a fun, reliable summer sitter to hang out with our 8-year-old daughter Monday through Thursday, from around 9:30 AM to 3:30/4 PM, starting June 23 - 26 and then again July 7 to July 24. She’s creative, loves... More

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$22–26/hr
Flanders, NJ • 13 miles away

Friendly Babysitter Drives Kids, Prepares...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are seeking a reliable babysitter for our two elementary-age children, starting on April 14, 2025, with a flexible start date. The sitter drives the children to activities, prepares healthy meals and snacks, and engages them in fun and educational play. The position requires a valid driver’s... More

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$10–11/hr
Analomink, PA • 24 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for our preschool-age child starting on April 8, 2025, with flexible scheduling options. The babysitter engages our child in fun and educational activities, ensures a safe environment, and prepares snacks as needed. The ideal candidate is comfortable... More

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$10–26/hr
Hackettstown, NJ • 13 miles away

Seeking Babysitter to Care for Toddler and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a caring babysitter for our two children, a toddler and an infant, starting on April 8, 2025, with some flexibility. The sitter will provide attentive supervision, engage in age-appropriate activities, change diapers, prepare simple meals, and follow daily routines for both children. Safety... More

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$26–46/hr
Denville, NJ • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a responsible babysitter to care for our infant starting on April 19, 2025. The sitter must have their own car for transportation and be able to manage bedtime routines. Light housekeeping tasks, such as tidying up, and light laundry duties, such as washing and folding the... More

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$22–30/hr
Milford, PA • 20 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Toddlers, Meal...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 3:00pm

We need a babysitter to care for two toddlers from April 14, 2025. The hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, assisting with toilet training, and engaging the children in learning activities. The sitter should handle... More

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$20–24/hr
Milford, PA • 20 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Elementary Child,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 8:30am

We need a babysitter for one elementary school child, starting on April 14, 2025. The schedule is Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 6:30 AM to 8:00 AM. The babysitter drives the child to school and activities, prepares meals and snacks, and ensures a safe environment. The... More

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$18–23/hr
West Milford, NJ • 21 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for 9-Month-Old...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant for occasional care starting May 1, 2025, with a flexible start date. The sitter provides attentive care, ensuring safety and comfort. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, managing playtime, and following a bedtime routine. The ideal... More

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$18–22/hr
Sussex, NJ • 17 miles away

Part-time (long-term) sitter needed for 1 Boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! I’m looking for a part-time babysitter/nanny starting asap for my soon to be 2-year-old boy. This is a year-round position, 2-3 days a week for 3 hours per day.

I work from home and need someone for a couple of hours to entertain my very energetic boy. He loves to play outside, dance,... More

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$21–25/hr
Hackettstown, NJ • 13 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 6:00pm

We need a reliable babysitter for two children, ages 3 and 10. The job starts approximately around May 1st 2025, (possibly sooner) on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and every other Friday and Saturday from 8:00am-9:00am and again from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Responsibilities include driving the children to and... More

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$20–25/hr
Bernardsville, NJ • 23 miles away

4/9-4/12 — 3 day help while having new...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are soon to be a family of 5 with our newest addition due the first week of April 2025. Currently we have an almost 2yr old & a 3.5yr old. Both kids are very well behaved but we added a puppy to the mix a few months ago to increase the chaos. He’s also a very well behaved little guy, just... More

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