$10–25/hr
Carmel, NY • 8 miles away

Part Time Caretaker During Weekdays (2-3...

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.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 10:00am (flexible)

Family of 3 with an adorable and entertaining 8 month old boy. Also have a gentle cat who often keeps to himself but loves his new little brother. Lives in Putnam County

Looking for a caretaker while I work from home. Looking at 2-3 days a week. M-F.
Hours can be discussed but typically 8:30/9am... More

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$19–26/hr
Elmsford, NY • 20 miles away

Part-time sitter for 1 year old with a...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Working parents with a happy 1 year old boy. Mother works remotely, father works in the Bronx. Our son is in daycare 2 days a week. Hours will be Wednesday 10-6, Friday 10-3:30, and alternating Tuesdays 10-6.
Simple care: reading, outings to the park or library story hour, diaper changes and... More

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$20–25/hr
Elmsford, NY • 20 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seeking a part time nanny for our 18-month old, very sweet son. The hours needed are every other Tuesday, 10-6 p, Wednesday's 10-6 and Friday's 10-4. I work from home and will be around on most days. There may be need for more hours to cover when I need to end work later. The option to cover date... More

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$25–30/hr
Old Greenwich, CT • 23 miles away

Part Time Nanny Needed for Toddler + Dog

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

Looking for a part time nanny who can work 10-15 hours per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. We are flexible on exact hours each day, but probably 11am - 4/5pm would be best.

We have a 14 month old son and a sweet 25 lb non-shedding labradoodle. The nanny’s responsibilities would include... More

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$24–28/hr
Scarsdale, NY • 25 miles away

After school sitter (M-F) for energetic...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Young couple living in Scarsdale with an energetic and active 7 year old looking for responsible patient communicative sitter.

School pickup, after school activities and care from 3pm-6pm. Should be responsible, engaging, patient and communicative.

Would be great to have experience with... More

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$10–11/hr
Newtown, CT • 23 miles away

Niñera para dos niños con mucha energia

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Necesito niñera para mis dos niños. Niña tiene dos años y niño tiene 3 años. Tengo 4 mascotas.
Hacer de comer para los niños y limpiar atras de los niños. Poner los niños a dormir despues de lonche.
Necesito niñera diario en horas que no son regulares. Soy militar y tengo tiempo que entro muy... More

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$20–25/hr
Monsey, NY • 23 miles away

Part time AM regular daily sitter for two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

I am a midwife and my husband is a teacher. Our children are age 3 and 7

Hello kids get dressed , eat breakfast, and drive to school 12 minutes away. Added bonus if you can pick up and babysit from school Monday 3:45-5:30 and Friday 1-3pm

Twice a week 8-9am
One day 7-9am
One day... More

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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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Part Time Caretaker During Weekdays (2-3...

Part Time Caretaker During Weekdays (2-3...

Part-time sitter for 1 year old with a...

Part-time sitter for 1 year old with a...

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Toddler...

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Toddler...

Part Time Nanny Needed for Toddler + Dog

Part Time Nanny Needed for Toddler + Dog

After school sitter (M-F) for energetic...

After school sitter (M-F) for energetic...

Niñera para dos niños con mucha energia

Niñera para dos niños con mucha energia

Part time AM regular daily sitter for two...

Part time AM regular daily sitter for two...

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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?

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Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

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How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

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