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.

$20–30/hr
Kingston, NY • 6 miles away

Part time sitter for my eight year old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am

I am a single dad with an eight year old daughter. She attends a local private school, and I am looking for a combination of afternoon childcare and tutoring, with math and reading.
Spend a few hours each afternoon working with my daughter on schoolwork, and watching her if I have to run any... More

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$21–25/hr
Kingston, NY • 6 miles away

One- time sitter for a week or...

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/05

1:30pm - 6:30pm

We are a family of 5.Going on a honeymoon and need someone to help grandparents halfof the time
Afternoon school pickup for 2/3 kids, bring them home, after school snack, then grandparents will be here after

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$22–24/hr
Highland, NY • 15 miles away

Thursday afternoon sitter needed

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 6:30pm

Looking for someone to help with after school care on Thursday afternoons.

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

Summer mid day sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:30pm - 4:30pm

Looking for someone to pick up my kids from summer camp and spend 3-4 hours a day with them.Some weeks may require additional hours. Must be comfortable with dogs

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$24/hr
Highland, NY • 15 miles away

After school help Monday- Thursday

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

2-3 hours a day. Help get our kids from the bus stop, help with homework and get them ready for sports. Sitter needs to have a car and be comfortable with dogs.

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

Community habilitation worker

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 9:30pm (flexible)

Hourly Rate: $20, with yearly raises based on performance (1-2 dollars increase)
Hours: Part-time, 14-20 hours per week (additional hours may be added later)
Regular Availability: Monday to Friday, 2:30 PM - 9:00 PM; Saturday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 Flexible scheduling within these... More

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$18–26/hr
Rhinebeck, NY • Less than a mile

Weekend Mother’s Helper in Rhinebeck

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 8:30pm

Hi- we are looking for a mother’s helper to work with us on weekends. We have a 14 year old girl and 16 year old boy.
Since the kids are teens, it is really useful to have someone who can help with driving, meal prep and clean up, kids laundry and organization, etc.
We are in Rhinebeck and are... More

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$10–15/hr
Poughkeepsie, NY • 15 miles away

Part time sitter for 2 energetic preschoolers

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/02 - 06/03

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

Hello i have 2 wonderful daughters that in elementary school age 5 and 8 both are loving full of joy adventures love to play and laugh easy to get along with others they love to help out in the house, watching tv, playing video games and ect
I need care for days I go out as (me time) right now for... More

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$20–25/hr
Kingston, NY • 6 miles away

Regular Weekend Sitter Needed In Kingston...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We have two young girls, almost 4 and almost 2 and are seeking a regular sitter for at least one weekend afternoon a week (around 4 hours) with option for more hours, plus regular date night if it's the right fit!
You should be comfortable working with young children and have experience caring for... More

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$20–24/hr
Hurley, NY • 9 miles away

Help please

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

Hi! My name is Tish. I am a single mom, to a two and a hall year old. Lexi is a very easy kid, she likes to color and play with toys. I just need a break sometimes.
Play, read, and change diapers/ assist on potty. Simple meals and snacks

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$15–18/hr
Lakeville, CT • 24 miles away

Babysitter needed for one night

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/18 - 05/19

6:00pm - 12:00am (flexible)

Hi! I will be attending a wedding here and we need someone to watch our 6m old son. He should go to sleep around 7pm and stay asleep until we return.

We need sitter to put baby to bed and to stay in hotel room until we return from wedding (on site).

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$15–18/hr
Saugerties, NY • 12 miles away

Seeking babysitter for our 20 month old...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi, we are seeking a babysitter for our 20 month old daughter occasionally (or regularly) mostly daytime during the week. Hours are flexible. We live in Saugerties and work from home.

Our sitter must be responsible and caring. She would play with our daughter, read to her, and take her for... More

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$17–20/hr
Hopewell Junction, NY • 25 miles away

Part time sitter for 2 toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

Looking for some extra help to keep the kids entertained while I prepare for dinner and do other house work

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$21–29/hr
New Paltz, NY • 16 miles away

One-time sitter for two young kiddies

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/07 - 06/08

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

We sre a family visitig for a wedding. Two sweet kiddies (who are cousins). A 5 year old boy and 2year old girl.
Bedtime, playtime, while we are at the rehearsal dinner on 6/7 and wedding 6/8
New Paltz, NY.

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