$18–20/hr
Newark, NJ • 21 miles away

Early morning SITTER/ DRIVER

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Schedule: Monday –

We are a small family seeking a responsible, punctual, and caring individual to assist with early morning childcare and transportation. This is a steady, weekly position for someone who values consistency and reliability.

Responsibilities:
Supervise and assist two children... More

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$19–23/hr
New Brunswick, NJ • 5 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant 2 or 3 days a week, starting around March 24, 2025 (schedules will be provided prior to the work week). Hours will be from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, on set days Monday through Friday only (schedule TBD). Mom works from home and will be at home during most days... More

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$16–18/hr
Fairfield, NJ • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter needed

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 7:30pm

Sitter needed ASAP.!!!!
Need someone who could do school drop off and pickups as well as drive to after school activities Additionally. looking for someone who is super flexible and can work a varied schedule if need be. Occasional date nights may be required.

***Must have clean driving... More

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$20–29/hr
Jersey City, NJ • 25 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a caring babysitter for our infant starting April 1, 2025, with flexibility on the start date. The job is from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The babysitter provides a safe and nurturing environment, feeds the child, changes diapers, and engages in age-appropriate activities.... More

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$18–20/hr
East Orange, NJ • 20 miles away

Seek caregiver with car for preschool child

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I need someone more on call , than regular schedule . I am seeking a caring babysitter for my 4 year old preschool child to do pick up at daycare in newark and drop off in Newark/east orange. school time starts 12pm and ends 8pm . Let me know if interested .

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$20–25/hr
Bernardsville, NJ • 14 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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$18/hr
Piscataway, NJ • Less than a mile

Part-time sitter for 4yr old toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

4 Year Old toddler, likes interactive play and costumes. Potty trained.
Care for toddler at my home while I'm away.
Tues - 3 hrs
Sat - 4 hrs
At least 3 times a month

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Babysitting FAQ

How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

Babysitting jobs in your area

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Early morning SITTER/ DRIVER

Early morning SITTER/ DRIVER

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

Part-time sitter needed

Part-time sitter needed

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant,...

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant,...

Seek caregiver with car for preschool child

Seek caregiver with car for preschool child

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

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

Part-time sitter for 4yr old toddler

Part-time sitter for 4yr old toddler

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Babysitting FAQ

How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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