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.

$15–25/hr
Kingston, NY • 16 miles away

sitter needed for two year old - mostly...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 10/14

8:00pm - 11:00pm

Sitter needed for our two year old little dude. We will be putting him to sleep and he is a pretty solid sleeper - just need a sitter for the hours while we will be at a show at UPAC.

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$18–22/hr
Tannersville, NY • 15 miles away

Part-time sitter for a hilarious 4 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 5:30pm

We are a family of 6 with a busy schedule. I am a stay at home mom who would like to return to work.
I need a reliable and fun person to pick up my preschooler from school and hangout and play for 2 hours until I get home from work.
Possibility of half days, snow days & school vactions.

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$20–25/hr
Bangall, NY • 20 miles away

Part time babysitter for one month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 2:00pm (flexible)

Hi! I have a one month old baby boy and need a part time nanny to look after him. We live in the city full time but will be spending more time at our house upstate and need some support.

Sitter is responsible for caring for the baby, taking him on walks, tummy time, cleaning and prepping... More

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$15–20/hr
Valatie, NY • 23 miles away

Occasional sitter for active and social...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! I have a ten month old son who is a total sweetheart! I’m looking for occasional babysitting mostly in the evenings. My son has a very simple bedtime routine and usually conks out right away after a day of playing!

Since I will mostly need a sitter for evenings, doing a bath, bottle, book,... More

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$10–17/hr
Greenville, NY • 21 miles away

Part time sitter for baby

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 1:30pm (flexible)

We have a little baby named Abel. He’s super low maintenance. My wife needs some time to get to the gym and do some errands a few days a week

Play with him. No TV. Put him down for naps. Light housekeeping like dishes

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$16–22/hr
Catskill, NY • 6 miles away

Occasional Sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

loving home pet friendly.
Me and my wife looking for the occasional sitter.
Babysit little adam. Hold him love him. prep and feed him. Change of diapers and toddler care.
me and the wife looking for occasional date night and a reliable sitter

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$18–28/hr
Hudson, NY • 9 miles away

Part Time (and potential regular) sitter...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have a curious toddler who enjoys hands on experiences with toys, exploring outdoors, and helping around the house.
We're looking for someone who can help keep our son engaged, play, and spend some time outdoors.
We're in Hudson currently and may relocate to Catskill soon

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$18–25/hr
Tivoli, NY • 6 miles away

Occasional sitter for 2.5-year old &...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Daddy, Mommy, toddler girl (smart and sassy 2.5-yr old), baby girl (easy and smiley 10-mo old), cat (long-haired and affectionate), and gecko (old and reliable)
Depending on the time of day and duration, babysitting would include diapering, feeding, and naps/bedtime. Although not necessary, it... More

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$20–30/hr
Rhinebeck, NY • 15 miles away

Seeking after school care for our little...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We have 2 boys- a 16 month old and a 3 year old. They are loving, adventurous and have quite a personality already! We are looking for some help after school since we both work full time jobs.
We are looking for a nanny to pick up the boys from their daycare and help with bathing, feeding, laundry,... More

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$10–25/hr
Tivoli, NY • 6 miles away

One time two-day job, energetic & sociable...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 10/05

8:30am - 6:30pm (flexible)

My son Mal and I will be in Tivoli for my work and my husband won't be able to join us. Mal is an energetic, social baby who is somewhat "high needs". He's happiest when cruising the furniture and finding mischief. I make theatrical costumes and will be in town finishing up an opera contract.
I need... More

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$15–18/hr
Catskill, NY • 6 miles away

Full-time sitter for an energetic goofy...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi my name is Lacy, I have a 3-year-old son Vincent. I'm looking for a sitter to spend time with the little man, play and learn. He is a goofy, caring, and super smart. Loves dinosaurs and cars. Loves animals and being outside. ♡

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$18–25/hr
Kingston, NY • 16 miles away

14 month old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 2:30pm (flexible)

We have a beautiful , intelligent and active 14th month old boy. He loves to learn, dance and read books.
We need a sitter/nanny for regular hours to play with, feed and diaper change.
M, W, F 8:30 am-2: 30 pm.

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$20–25/hr
Red Hook, NY • 9 miles away

Sitter needed 2 children RedHook NY

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:30am - 6:30pm (flexible)

Looking for someone to care for our two children ages 3 and 9. Our little one is in preschool in the morning and our oldest in elementary.
We would need someone who can be flexible with days throughout the week, hours would be either 11:30-6 or 2-6, 2 to 3 days a week. We would need someone with... More

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$14–16/hr
Saugerties, NY • 9 miles away

Weekly part-time sitter for one six month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:30am - 3:30pm (flexible)

Local Saugerties couple looking for weekly in-home assistance for our sweet 6 month old. We run a renovation business and I (mom) work from home most days but will need to run out here and there. The more active he's becoming, the more difficult it is for me to watch him full-time and simultaneously... More

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