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.

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

All-day sitter for our 1-year-old daughter

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/29

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

My wife and I are looking for a sitter to help us from 8am-5pm on May 29th (we're also looking for someone all day on May 24th - great if we can find someone available both days!) to look after our 1-year-old daughter. I work from home so will be around to help with any questions or an extra set of... More

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

Full-day help for a 1-year-old girl

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/24

8:00am - 5:00pm

My wife and I are looking for a sitter to help us from 8am-5pm on May 24th (we're also looking for someone all day on May 29th - great if we can find someone available both days!) to look after our 1-year-old daughter. I work from home so will be around to help with any questions or an extra set of... More

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$30/hr
Hewitt, NJ • 21 miles away

Babysitter helper

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Two grandparents need help raising a 2-year-old and a 4 year -old
So grandparents have time to take care of their personal needs

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$19–30/hr
Walden, NY • 15 miles away

Before school sitter needed for lovable...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

We are a family of 4, two little boys ages 2 and 4. The 4 year old is the one who we will need help with as his school doesnt start until 9am and both my husband and I have to be out of the house by 7. Our son is diagnosed with ASD and is not yet potty trained.
Duties would include serving breakfast... More

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$17–20/hr
Newburgh, NY • 20 miles away

Sitter for a French-American todler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 2:00pm (flexible)

We are Annie, Philippe, and Isla, our 18-month-old daughter. Annie is an American landscape designer who works with hybrids. I am a French-born artist working in my studio in the same building as your apartment. we can receive the babysitter in our place
We are looking for someone who has some... More

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$15–18/hr
Walden, NY • 15 miles away

Full time sitter. For 2 wonderful, an...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

The foundation of family that’s where it all begins for me. I have 2 very loving and smart kids. Gia an Louie. They love to play, dance, read books, nd have a great time.

Feed them breakfast and lunch. Nd watch them run around and play. In a private community.

Location is in a private... More

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$15–18/hr
New Windsor, NY • 18 miles away

PT, early morning sitting + drop off

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a family that’s playful, welling to learn. We don’t have a busy schedule yet but soon.

Watch over the kids while I work early morning shift and drop them off at their bus stop.

Honestly, good driving record, reliable, light cooking and mainly trustworthy

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$18–22/hr
Milford, PA • 22 miles away

part time ride home from bus stop

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 4:00pm (flexible)

Two girls who need a ride home from the bus stop. Two fun loving energetic girls.
Pick up from school bus stop twice a week. Receive schedule month in advance

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$19–25/hr
Chester, NY • 11 miles away

Mother’s Day sitter for a 3.5 year old...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Jazzy is an adorable 3.5 year old on the Autism spectrum. She loves music and coloring!
We are looking for a sitter to spend the afternoon with our 3.5 year old on Mother’s Day 5/12

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$30–35/hr
Highland Lakes, NJ • 19 miles away

Am help please

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am

My name is Gina and I am a health care worker looking for early morning help.
I would need someone to get the kids ready in the morning and drive them to daycare by 630 currently I need help 3 days a week but it could be more later on

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$20–24/hr
Beacon, NY • 24 miles away

Occasional sitter with T1D experience

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Seeking sitter for occasional child care for two children ages 4 and 8. Our youngest has T1D and we are looking for someone with first aid/CPR training and familiarity with diabetes management.

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$15–16/hr
Westbrookville, NY • 8 miles away

Sitter for a sweet three year old boy and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello. My husband and I are looking for a sitter for our sweet three and five year old. We need someone from 1:30 to 11:30 pm, as we both work the evening shift at the hospital. The kids go to bed by 7:30 pm. Just need to get summer off the bus at 3:30, homework, bath, dinner, playtime, and bed.... More

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$18–22/hr
Beacon, NY • 24 miles away

Part-time Tue/Thu sitter for 4 month old -...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am

We're a family of 4 with a newborn/infant boy (our 2nd) that will be 4 months old at the time we need to start some part-time child care coverage. Dad (me) will be primarily on parental leave during this time frame, but needs two predictable afternoons a week to maintain my business. Both parents... More

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$12–20/hr
West Point, NY • 23 miles away

Morning Sitter for Sweet Toddler

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/03

6:00am - 9:00am

We are moving to West Point in May and are looking for an early-morning sitter for our two-year-old son, Rowan. He is a happy, playful boy who adores being outside, "reading" books, and being silly. Responsibilities would include feeding him breakfast and playing with him while Mom gets in a... More

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