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.

$17–20/hr
Beachwood, NJ • 4 miles away

Late Night Sitter/Mother’s Helper for One...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We have two beautiful boys, ages 18 months and 3 months. I’m a SAHM but two under two is a very big job so I can use some help!
I need someone to assist me with the evening time and bedtime one night a week (either Friday or Saturday depending on the week.) The hours are late as my husband works... More

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$12–15/hr
Trenton, NJ • 21 miles away

Occasional babysitter for twin eight year...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi, my name is Kristin. I am seeking a babysitter for my two eight year old daughters occasionally.

Safety. Encouraging simple schedule depending on what time of the day.

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$15–23/hr
Howell, NJ • 11 miles away

Part-time sitters for two toddlers and a 9...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:30pm - 3:30pm

My name is Ashley, I’m a teacher and my husband works as a police officer. We have three kids, ages 4, 2, and 9 months. We have a small jack russell dog named Mia.
The sitter would relieve my husband at 12:45 and I would be home around 3:45. The baby would usually nape around 2/2:30 in her crib and... More

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$10–12/hr
Bayville, NJ • 6 miles away

Taking care of an Angel

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Single dad looking for a sitter responsible that can help with the baby’s need while I’m in work

Basic needs with a new born he is always sleeping just give him milk and change diaper

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$21–25/hr
Manasquan, NJ • 11 miles away

Part Time To 4 full Days

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Family of soon to be 5 - 2 Toddlers in school with newborn on the way. Part Time (2/3 days a week in February available) Turning into 4 days a week in June
Hours in Feb flexible, June 8-4p. Parent works from home and care would be for infant with light housekeeping

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$10–11/hr
Bayville, NJ • 6 miles away

Sitter for a infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am

Single dad looking for a responsible babysitter who is willing to basic with baby
He’s an infant feed him change diaper if comfortable give him a bath but I can do it
During the week

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$20–25/hr
Freehold, NJ • 18 miles away

Part-time sitter for twin toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We live in Freehold, NJ and I have twin 2.5 year old boys. I work from home, and need someone to watch the boys while I work.

I need someone to entertain and take care of the boys at our home. Duties include diaper changes, feeding them lunch and nap time.

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$18–22/hr
Marlboro, NJ • 23 miles away

Part time sitter for 2 boys filled with a...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 5:00pm

we are both working parents with 2 beautiful boys ! Need a sitter 2-3 days a week
Need to feed our boys breakfast. And lunch need our boys to be dressed and be loved and one of our boys be dropped off and picked up from school
We are in Marlboro. Nj!

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$13–16/hr
Toms River, NJ • 2 miles away

Part time sitter for baby

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello, I’m a 1st time mom with a 9 month old boy. We live with my sister, her husband, and their son/my nephew, who is 2.

I need a sitter to watch my 9 month old son when I am working or have an event. Feed him, change him, play with him, read to him, keep him safe. He doesn’t like being away from... More

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$18–40/hr
Little Silver, NJ • 25 miles away

Sitter for 3 great kids

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 5:00pm

Two daughters and one son. We are looking for a babysitter that we can use full timw
Pick kids up from school bring them to sports watch the baby so we can go to dinner

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$15–20/hr
Freehold, NJ • 18 miles away

Full time sitter/driver for two teenagers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 10:00pm

A Sitter/driver for 2 teenagers. The 14 year old is a girl she's a typical teen and the boy is 13 he struggles getting homework done.
We are looking for someone who can handle two teenagers. We will need help in September - June. This will mostly be evening hours. (4pm-9/10pm). If you are... More

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Part Time To 4 full Days

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Part-time sitter for twin toddlers

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Part time sitter for 2 boys filled with a...

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Part time sitter for baby

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Sitter for 3 great kids

Full time sitter/driver for two teenagers

Full time sitter/driver for two teenagers

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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 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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