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.

$19–23/hr
Newton, NJ • 24 miles away

Part-time to possible Full-time...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

My husband I currently work from home with our 20 month old and soon to be newborn (Due July 2024). We also have a very friendly/well behaved 4 year old golden/shepherd. Looking for a regular sitter/nanny to begin in September/October when i go back to work that can consistently work Tuesday,... More

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$11–22/hr
Cuddebackville, NY • 8 miles away

Part-time sitter for autistic child

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My son has autism and I just need a little extra help throughout the day with him
Just help out throughout the day with him play some games do some little activities that he gets from school reads colors maybe come on shopping trips

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$17–20/hr
Rock Hill, NY • 17 miles away

Looking for Fun, PLayful Babysitter for 5...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 3:00pm

I'm going to be upstate for the week of July 20th and would love to have a sitter come by a few hours maybe 3-4 days to play with my son, perhaps take him somewhere, and Ideally!!! If they are a swim teacher, work on swimming with him!
Would love someone who is very playful and will play games and... More

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$20–21/hr
Milford, PA • 8 miles away

As needed sitter for two boys

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a young family new to the area and would love to establish a trusted sitter for our boys!

Provide meal/snack to toddler and feed my infant bottles on schedule. Play, read, and entertain my boys and change diapers when needed.

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$20–21/hr
Sparta, NJ • 23 miles away

Part time nanny for two children

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for a nanny for our 4.5 year old son and our 6.5 year old daughter.

The role includes childcare and light housekeeping (kids laundry weekly, daily vaccum in common areas and unload/load dishwasher, keeping the kids areas neat and organized).

We are looking for Mon-Thu 8:30-5pm... More

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$21–25/hr
Narrowsburg, NY • 22 miles away

Sitter for 2 Kids Near Bethel Woods on...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 08/10 - 08/11

4:00pm - 1:00am (flexible)

Hi! We’re going to be in town to see shows at Bethel Woods on August 9-11. We’re looking for a sitter to watch 2 kids for ideally all 3 nights, but it’s also ok if someone is only available on Saturday, August 10. The kids are sweet and are 5 (a girl) and 6 (a boy). We’re two families staying... More

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$21–32/hr
Hewitt, NJ • 22 miles away

Mom Needs Some Help

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

Nice quiet family of four. We love hiking and video games. We have a guinea pig named Pumpkin

I need someone to see my kids of the bus and stay in my home with them until I arrive back from work

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$15–25/hr
Goshen, NY • 18 miles away

Mothers Helper at Legoland August...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We will be in Goshen Sunday August 25th-Tuesday August 27th and are looking for a mothers helper to accompany us at Legoland with our children and provide help/an additional set of hands.
Our children are 2, 3.5, and 5, and we would need the sitter to keep the youngest child company while we... More

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$18–26/hr
Montgomery, NY • 25 miles away

1 Night Sitter during Wedding Reception

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 09/15

7:00pm - 11:00pm

Hi, I'm looking for a sitter who can put my 2 yr old down for bed in the bridal room at City Winery in Montgomery, at my sister's wedding, and keep an eye on him while he sleeps during the reception. We will bring him back to the hotel after the wedding, so we just need someone to be there with him.... More

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$20–24/hr
Sparta, NJ • 23 miles away

Early Morning Sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My name is Nick and I have 2 kids, Maison and Cali. Looking for a little help with our mornings

Looking for someone to help with early morning routine. Waking kids up, helping them get dressed and driving them to school. The schedule would vary every week, sometimes it’s 2 days and sometimes... More

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$16–23/hr
Montgomery, NY • 25 miles away

Part time sitter needed for the occasional...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We live part time in Montgomery, NY with our two girls (age 7 and 2) and our sweet lab mix dog. We are looking for someone who is dependable and trustworthy to help watch our girls for the occasional mom and dad’s day or evening out.

Spend time with our two girls taking them on walks and doing... More

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$15–20/hr
Rowland, PA • 21 miles away

Recurring Saturday sitter for one 2yr old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 11:00pm (flexible)

I'm a single mom of a 2yr old. Looking for a recurring baby sitter for Saturdays. I work in a restaurant and my mom is unable to watch my daughter on Saturdays.
Watch my daughter who is 2 yrs old, prepare lunch/ dinner as needed, prepare snacks as needed, bedtime routine, read books before... More

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

Occasional sitter for family in Chapin

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have 2 girls (ages 5 and 7) and a black lab. Looking for an occasional sitter for date nights or to help out on weekends watching the kids. We are in Chapin - thanks and looking forward to meeting someone reliable and great with kids!

may have to help serve meals (nothing difficult) and play... More

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$14–16/hr
Middletown, NY • 15 miles away

As Needed sitter for 2 under 2

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

We are a family of four. Two children under 2. Both parents currently work from home.
We are looking for someone to provide occasional assistance with the children when we have things scheduled where the children cannot be present. Also looking for someone to just help around the house with the... More

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