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.

$18–22/hr
Bear, DE • 15 miles away

Help Driving Kids to Evening Activities

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

We are a family consisting of two moms, our two kids, and a lot of cats! We enjoy board games, video games, arts & crafts, and playing outdoors. We are looking for a regular helper to drive kids to their evening activities a couple of times a week.
We need regular help getting the kids to their... More

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$18–25/hr
Wilmington, DE • 8 miles away

Occasional Sitter

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for a weekend sitter for 2 children while the oldest attends scouting events for the next scouting year. Potential for occasional week nights as needed with all 3 children.

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$10–31/hr
Phoenixville, PA • 23 miles away

Part-time sitter for 1 happy and playful...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My wife, Meagan, and I live in Phoenixville with our 22 month old son, Cameron. I work from home from 9-5 daily and occasionally have to travel for work. My wife stays at home with Cameron daily. She recently injured her back and has been unable to care for him. I need a babysitter who can assist... More

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$17–20/hr
Claymont, DE • 17 miles away

Part time sitter for one infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Sasha is a well behaved 8 months old infant. Both parents are working so will need a baby sitter who can take care of Sasha. Needs from baby sitter - Play, feed, diaper change, bedtime, alert the parent when needed.

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$14–15/hr
Marcus Hook, PA • 17 miles away

Weekday off to school routine

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

I need a sitter to help my son get ready for school and off to the bus every Tuesday-Friday during the school year.

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$18–22/hr
Wilmington, DE • 8 miles away

Responsible Driver

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

Looking for a Responsible and Fun Driver to take children to their activities after school during the week. Would be a plus if nanny could also help children with their homework on other week days not needed for driving, but finding a driver is the priority, and can be only function if so desired.

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$20–24/hr
Coatesville, PA • 11 miles away

Weekly sitter for two young children

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

A 4 year old and a few week old, and mom will be in the home during shift also
Need sitter to watch both children during this time to take stress off of the mother while father is at Air Force Technical Training

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$20–24/hr
Paoli, PA • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter for 9-year-old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a temporary sitter for August and September 2024 for our son. The days we need care are Sundays, and some weekday afternoons (from approximately 1-5:30pm). We are looking for someone creative who can also help our son with basic tutoring. We may also have occasional sitting needs... More

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$10–18/hr
Elkton, MD • 14 miles away

Reliable sitter

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello mother of 2 twin 4 month old girl and an 12 year old. 12 year old is very helpful.
Occasional date night and overnight sitter. I love to travel and need someone trustworthy and reliable to care for my children.

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$20–24/hr
West Chester, PA • 13 miles away

Part time care for sweet 5 year old girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 3:30pm (flexible)

Looking for temporary care for my 5 year old daughter 3 days a week. We would like to get to know someone for additional care for date nights, running errands, etc.

We mostly just need someone to play with and entertain our daughter while work. She’ll need lunch at 12 and diaper changes. She loves... More

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$19–23/hr
Wilmington, DE • 14 miles away

Part time sitter needed

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am

Hello! My name is Aaliyah I have a 7 year old daughter Milan who loves all outdoor activities and simply being a kid! We also have a 1 year old cockapoo? who is very friendly.

Milan will be attending summer camp this summer and we need a sitter to assist with drop off care which is at 7:30am... More

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$15–22/hr
Newtown Square, PA • 22 miles away

Occasional sitter for an active 1 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We're looking for a reliable occasional/ part-time Babysitter to take care of our 1 year old daughter. She goes to daycare fulltime during weekdays. Looking for an occasional sitter for few hours in weekends/ weeknight evenings/ date nights, etc.

Parents are working professionals and are looking... More

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$15–25/hr
West Chester, PA • 13 miles away

Part- time sitter for a fun-happy toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a housewife, my husband is a tennis coach and our son is 14 months old. We are a family of 3 and expecting twins in November this year. Need a babysitter to take my son to park, come with us to medical check ups to look after my son,keep him busy, fix his closet, sometimes prepare baby meals... More

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$20–30/hr
Newark, DE • 11 miles away

Part time sitter for 3 children

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

Looking for care for a 1 year old, 5 year old and 9 year old for date nights and more opportunities after relationship is established.
Play with baby, serve snacks, be able to keep up with baby's mobility. Maybe board games or arts and crafts with older kids
Newark, DE

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