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.

$22–23/hr
Monroe, NY • 11 miles away

Full-time sitter for one easy-going toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for a responsible and fun babysitter can take good care of our one year-old boy

The sitter needs to be able to come to our house to watch our son. The sitter needs to be on time and be OK to stay late occasionally.

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$15–26/hr
Monroe, NY • 11 miles away

Caregiver Needed for 2 Children,...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a babysitter to care for our two children, ages preschool and elementary, starting around June 12, 2025, with some flexibility in the start date. The babysitter will engage the children in fun activities, ensure their safety, and help with homework. They will also assist with... More

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$15–20/hr
Garnerville, NY • 19 miles away

Part time sitter for one super fun loving...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Kids live with me one week and dad another
Maverick (2)
Addison (7) (she’ll be in camp, may need pick ups if sick)

Lunch and snacks will be out and about for Maverick.
We have a pool that you are able to take in into (if you are comfortable)

We have 7 dogs so being comfortable with animals... More

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$18–22/hr
Ringwood, NJ • 12 miles away

Nurturing Babysitter for Toddler Needed...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

We seek a responsible babysitter for our toddler starting on July 7, 2025, with flexible scheduling. The hours are from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM on Mondays and Tuesdays. The babysitter ensures a safe environment, prepares meals and snacks, and attends to sick care as needed. Light housekeeping tasks... More

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$15–20/hr
Riverdale, NJ • 19 miles away

Looking for a regular Sitter for my kids...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 4:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for a reliable, caring babysitter to start in September after Labor Day with a some trial days over the summer. The position is for Monday to Thursday from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM. The sitter will care for two children in preschool and elementary school. Responsibilities include picking up... More

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$20–24/hr
Highland Mills, NY • 14 miles away

Part time/ drop off to school

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a family of three. Our son Ethan is three years old and we looking for a babysitter to help our son get ready for school and take him to school.

- provide breakfast
- get him ready for school
- bring him to school
- help with potty training in the morning

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$16–22/hr
Walden, NY • 23 miles away

Part time sitter needed 5am-8am for 6-year...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My son is 5 and will be 6 this July. He is my sunshine and my whole world.

I will start a new job with a 6am to 2pm schedule. I need someone to stay in the house from 5am to 8 until my son goes to school. I need someone to get him ready for school and put him on the bus. That’s it. No house work,... More

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$22–26/hr
West Milford, NJ • 12 miles away

Dependable Babysitter Needed for Toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am

Mondays and Fridays after daycare from 4-8:30 and Saturdays in the month of June from 8am to 1:30pm. Once summer starts only Mondays and Fridays are needed

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$15–20/hr
Middletown, NY • 15 miles away

Babysitter Needed for kindergartener, June...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00am - 8:00am

I am seek a reliable babysitter for my kindergartener starting on June 24, 2025. Workdays are Monday - Friday from either 3/4am to 8/9am. Some days will need care till 1/2pm. Schedule would be known 3 weeks in advance of what days and times would be needed. The sitter must have their own car to... More

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$23–30/hr
Montville, NJ • 24 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for One...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a reliable babysitter for one elementary-aged child. The start date is flexible, with a primary focus on care starting August 11, 2025. The babysitter supervises, engages in age-appropriate activities, and ensures a safe environment. They prepare light snacks and assist with homework as... More

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$22–26/hr
Butler, NJ • 19 miles away

Babysitter Cares for Toddler, Prepares...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 11:00pm

Mom of a fun-loving energetic 20 month old boy who listens well and is good with routine. In need of a sitter starting August likely between the hours of 2 PM until 10:45 PM but it varies. My husband who has an unpredictable work schedule can be home before 9 PM while there are other days he is home... More

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$23/hr
Monroe, NY • 11 miles away

After school care for 15 y/o non verbal

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello my 15-year-old son is nonverbal and has autism. He loves Nintendo switch and YouTube on the computer. He is very easy-going and lovable.

Be there when he gets home from school until the time I come home from work, which will be around 630/ 7 PM.

Near gwl border by fire station in Monroe More

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$22–26/hr
Ramsey, NJ • 18 miles away

regular before school, care for smart...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

we have one child and our work schedules make it difficult to do after care

snack, homework, get ready for bed. sometimes go out and play or do some sort of fun activity

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$25–28/hr
Wyckoff, NJ • 21 miles away

Part-Time Nanny/ Baby Sitter Needed

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

My wife and I both work full time and we have a 6 year old daughter currently in kindergarten. We live in Wyckoff NJ.

Need someone who owns a car to pick up our daughter from aftercare at her local school and bring to our home (car seat provided by us). 5pm to 7:30pm Mondays to Thursday during... More

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