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
Schenectady, NY • 15 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for One Toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

Hi there! We want a babysitter for our toddler. The job starts on January 22, 2026,You will work on Thursdays from 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM and occasionally all day on Thursdays 7:45a- 4pm with a 45minute lunch break. Your main tasks include supervising playtime, preparing snacks, and ensuring a safe... More

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$20–24/hr
Saratoga Springs, NY • 20 miles away

Seeking Babysitter with a Car for my 3...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello sitters!

I’m looking for someone that can be a supervisor for supervised visitation for my wife and her daughter. You will need your own car and I will need your previous experience and credentials to provide to my wife. All tou have to do is sit with her and make sure everything is ok.

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$10–17/hr
Ballston Lake, NY • 14 miles away

Nurture and engage 3 children, ages infant...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

Hi there! We want a babysitter for three children, ages infant to pre-school, starting on February 1, 2026. The hours are from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Monday through Friday, but we can be flexible with the start date. You will supervise playtime, prepare snacks, and help with everyday activities.... More

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$21–25/hr
Schenectady, NY • 18 miles away

Looking for a sitter with a car for my...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We need a babysitter for our preschool child. The schedule starts on January 21, 2026, but we can be flexible with the start date. The sitter must have a car for school pick-ups or outings. Responsibilities include engaging the child in play, preparing simple meals, and helping with daily... More

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$25–30/hr
Schenectady, NY • 19 miles away

Babysitter Needed in the Afternoon for One...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

We’re looking for a babysitter for one child in elementary school with immediate start. You will work from 3:30/4:00 PM to 6:30/7:00 PM on Tuesday through Thursday. The ideal candidate has a car to help with school pick-ups and drive to activities as needed. Your responsibilities include supervising... More

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$17–27/hr
Colonie, NY • 25 miles away

Afterschool pickup and care needed for 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for a fun, reliable babysitter to watch our two kids weekdays after school. Responsibilities would include pickup of youngest child from school ( ~1 mile from home with the use of our car) at 2:30. Pickup older child from bus stop at the end of the street at 3:30. Play with children... More

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$22–25/hr
Schenectady, NY • 15 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for One Preeschooler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for our one preeschooler about once per week with some weeks off, planned and scheduled ahead of time. I work from home and have a baby you would not be responsible for. The sitter should be comfortable with pets as we have two mini weenies (Ruby and... More

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$16–20/hr
Amsterdam, NY • 4 miles away

Part-time Nanny needed in Perth NY for 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I'm a stay-at-home mom who needs someone to play and supervise my sweet funny girls at the house while I'm home so I can catch a break and get a few things done around the house.

Both our 2yo toddler and 4yo preschooler love art, gymnastics and the outdoors. The schedule is flexible, ideally one... More

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$22–25/hr
Schenectady, NY • 18 miles away

Seeking Responsible and Reliable...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 6:00pm (flexible)

I am looking for a reliable babysitter for a 3 year old boy, for Monday-Wednesday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. You must have your own car for transportation. Your responsibilities include providing care, engaging through play and activities, and ensuring a safe environment.

Matthew has a trach. He... More

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$25–34/hr
Albany, NY • 25 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Two Elementary Kids...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi there! We’re looking for a babysitter for two elementary-aged children. You need to have experience with special needs. You should engage the kids in fun activities and keep a safe environment. The start date is flexible, but we have some dates starting in mid February. If you enjoy working with... More

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$20–24/hr
Schenectady, NY • 15 miles away

Supervise three children, preschooler,...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

Hello sitters! We need a responsible person to look after our three children, ages toddler and preschool. The job starts on December 30, 2025, and we can adjust the start date if needed.

You will work on Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Experience with multiple children is... More

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$21–23/hr
Greenfield Center, NY • 19 miles away

Seeking Reliable Babysitter for One...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

We need a reliable babysitter for one elementary-aged child. The start date is flexible, but we prefer a schedule of Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday , and Friday mornings from 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM. You must have your own car for transportation. Your responsibilities include taking child to school around... More

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$18–25/hr
Clifton Park, NY • 20 miles away

Temporary and on-call DAYTIME nannies needed

5+ children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

A New England Nanny is seeking temporary and on call sitters for our temporary babysitting program. If you are looking for a flexible schedule this is the job for you! Our demand is Monday-Friday DAYTIME hours.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Salary: $18.00 - $25.00 per... More

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$25/hr
Saratoga Springs, NY • 20 miles away

Seeking Flexible Babysitter for Toddler on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We need a babysitter for our toddler starting December 1, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. The start date is flexible. The sitter must have their own car to transport our child as needed. Your role includes supervising playtime, preparing snacks, and ensuring a... More

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