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.

$21–25/hr
Hackettstown, NJ • 10 miles away

Babysitter Needed for 3 Preschool Children...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a babysitter starting on June 23, 2025, for our three preschool children. The schedule is flexible, but typically, we need care from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The sitter must be comfortable with pets and have experience working with children with... More

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$20–27/hr
Lake Hiawatha, NJ • 14 miles away

Babysitter for a two month old infant...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have two kids - a three year old and a two month old. We love doing outdoor times with the kids

To help care for the two month old infant when the parents spend time with the older son

We’re looking for someone who has experience with infants and can be flexible with time

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$23–50/hr
Morristown, NJ • 9 miles away

Night nurse needed for newborn 2-3 days...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00pm - 7:00am

We seek a reliable night nanny for our new born, starting week of July 14th. We would like 2-3 days of the week,and are flexible with the days but ideally one being a Friday. This would include soothing baby, bottle feeding, (if you we choose to nurse , waking mom up and then pass baby back to burp,... More

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$15–20/hr
Springfield, NJ • 20 miles away

Part time job to drive and assist with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 10:30am

We need a reliable babysitter to drive one elementary-aged child to and from school and assist with homework. The job starts on June 16, 2025 with drop off at 7:30 AM and pick up at 12pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. The candidate must have their own car and a valid driver's license. We seek... More

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$10–16/hr
Lake Hiawatha, NJ • 14 miles away

Part-Time Babysitter Needed – Lake...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a work from home mom and need someone to help me with 1 year daughter during virtual meetings

Engage with and supervise my daughter, keeping her safe and entertained during meetings.

Monday/ Friday 9-1

Tue/Wed/Thurs- 10-2

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$26–30/hr
Maplewood, NJ • 22 miles away

Part time playmate for a little girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

We're a two dad family living in Maplewood with one little girl who needs a part-time playmate after school

Pick up our daughter from school, play with her for a couple of hours and help us feed her dinner

We have three cats

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$18–22/hr
Bloomfield, NJ • 25 miles away

Babysitter Needed for 1 Year Old, Two...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Hi! We are looking for a reliable babysitter for our 1 year old little girl starting around the week of August 21, 2025. The schedule would be Mondays and Thursdays 3PM to 5/5:30 PM. There may be an opportunity to add a third day of babysitting in the future. We would also like someone who would be... More

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$19–25/hr
Union, NJ • 23 miles away

Occasional Sitter for Nights and Weekends

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family of 4. We need an occasional sitter for nights and weekends. Daughter 8, son 2

Day time activities. Nighttime routine. General home upkeep and meals (will be prepared in advance)

Union, NJ

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$18–24/hr
Bloomfield, NJ • 25 miles away

Babysitter Needed for 1 year old /- Set...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Hi! We are looking for a reliable babysitter for our 1 year old little girl starting around the week of July 14, 2025. The schedule I would be Mondays and Thursdays 3PM to 5/5:30 PM. There may be an opportunity to add a third day of babysitting in the future. We would also like someone who would be... More

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$23–28/hr
Livingston, NJ • 18 miles away

Hire a Flexible Babysitter for After...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

We seek a responsible babysitter for one elementary-aged child. The job starts on June 23, 2025, with flexible scheduling. Work hours are Monday to Thursday from 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM. The sitter must have their own car to drive the child and assist with homework. Responsibilities include preparing... More

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$23–30/hr
West Orange, NJ • 21 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 08/18

6:00am - 7:00am

You will care for one toddler starting on August 18, 2025. Your main responsibilities include ensuring the child's safety and well-being throughout the day. You prepare meals and snacks that are nutritious and appropriate for their age. You engage the child in age-appropriate activities, promoting... More

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$20–25/hr
West Orange, NJ • 21 miles away

Energetic & Caring Part-Time Sitter Needed...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

**Job Description: Part-Time Sitter for 3-Year-Old Girl**

We’re looking for a caring, reliable weekday part-time sitter/nanny for our 3-year-old daughter. Responsibilities include picking her up from daycare, engaging in fun activities, preparing meals/snacks, assisting with bedtime routines... More

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$20–30/hr
West Orange, NJ • 21 miles away

Seeking a qualified part-time nanny to...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for two children, ages toddler and elementary. The schedule runs Monday to Friday, from 14:30 to 18:30, starting on July 14, 2025, with some flexibility. Responsibilities include driving the kids to activities, assisting with homework, preparing meals and... More

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$15–25/hr
Westfield, NJ • 22 miles away

Looking for a long term Nany for our 2.5...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

Hello, my name is Heidi. We will be moving to New Town around mid June.
We have a 2.5 year old boy and we would like consistent help with him throughout the week.
Ideally he would be in preschool so we would need the care after school and occasionally on weekends.
We are looking for a long term... More

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