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.

$24–32/hr
Poughquag, NY • 23 miles away

Mother's Helper Needed ASAP

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a busy family of four! My husband, Jeff, works full-time, and I work part-time at a Montessori school with our daughter, Layna, home full-time. Our son, Theo, is high energy and keeps us busy! We need someone dependable for Wednesday date nights (5 hours) and to help with household tasks... More

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$13–20/hr
Pleasant Valley, NY • 13 miles away

Part-time sitter for twin toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a large, blended family of 9! Our childcare needs are just for the youngest, 2 year old twins.

Playing with, feeding and facilitating activities at home with the twins.

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$22–26/hr
Catskill, NY • 21 miles away

Part time/night time sitter for two toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 9:30pm

Single mom just trying to work; 4 year old daughter 2 year old son, living in catskill love to play outsid.
Two of the days my daughter has speech you would let the speech therapist in and keep the boy busy while they worked on speech,and getting them ready for bed time
My schedule is always... More

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$24–25/hr
Poughkeepsie, NY • 16 miles away

M Tu Th 11:30-4:30 - 18 hrs - 3 big and 2...

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I have 5 kids. 3 are big and really don’t need to be watched. 2 are smaller aged 5 and 1. Really just hang out with them and light meal prep (sandwiches/air fryer). My kids know how to cook too. I will work from home 2 of the days needed. They are homeschooled, but no teaching is required. They have... More

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$21–25/hr
Hopewell Junction, NY • 25 miles away

Sitter Help Needed for Happy Baby Boy

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 10/07

9:30am - 5:30pm

We're looking for help watching my 7 month old son. I work from home and need coverage while attending work meetings throughout the day. My son is a happy baby, playful and follows a traditional sleep and eating schedule. He is a joy to be with.

I will be home to answer any questions in between... More

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$20–24/hr
Hughsonville, NY • 24 miles away

After School Sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 7:00pm

Need sitter to get 5 yr old off bus, help with homework, make a snack, and play for a few hours after school; 3 days a week.

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$22–26/hr
Woodstock, NY • 14 miles away

PT Nanny for Infant in Woodstock

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

PT Nanny for Infant in Woodstock

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$16–25/hr
Poughkeepsie, NY • 16 miles away

Part time sitter for 6 year old boy in...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

We live in the Spackenkill area in Poughkeepsie and are looking for a babysitter for our 6 year old son. The timeframe is 4-8pm but will vary a bit depending on the day. The days will be Monday to Thursday. I am hoping the sitter will take him out to ride bike, help with homework, play chess... More

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$22–26/hr
Kingston, NY • 6 miles away

Sitter Needed for 9 Month Old for Wedding

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 11/09 - 11/10

3:00pm - 12:00am

We will be attending a wedding in Kingston in November and babies are not allowed. We are looking for an experienced sitter to watch our son, who will be 9 months, for most of the day/night. I imagine this will entail a couple of bottle feedings, some changes, play time, one solid meal, and bed... More

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$20–24/hr
Hudson, NY • 23 miles away

Part time sitter for two 1/2 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 6:00pm (flexible)

Very easy going, loves to have fun. We like to go to the park and go out to eat.
Just play make sure she’s changed and fed. She’s very independent so she doesn’t need much.

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$21–25/hr
Poughkeepsie, NY • 15 miles away

Part-time sitter for one energetic three...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Dad and I work full time. I work till 12am sometimes. Work hours Mom 4p to 12am and dad 5:30p to 6am
Lightpicking up. Cook dinner. Bathtime. Only need you from 5:00pm to 12am

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$15–20/hr
Bloomington, NY • 11 miles away

Weekly sitter for 1 happy baby

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

We are a small family of 3 looking for someone with infant experience. We have a very happy and easy going baby looking to be loved and played with.
We are looking for care in our home for 1 infant. Oneor birth parents will be home during the day, but working, so looking for more of a Mother’s... More

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$21–25/hr
Highland, NY • 15 miles away

Assist with twin while mom is at home...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Just to assist with supervising.

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$20–30/hr
Poughkeepsie, NY • 17 miles away

After school sitter for a kindergartener...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My 4 year old son and myself at home. He will be 5 next month and is in kindergarten.

Wait in front on my home, bus driver will not let him off the bus if an adult doesn’t walk up to the bus verify who they are and who the child is. Once inside, wash hands, provide snack, begin homework. Light... More

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