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.

$10–13/hr
Ono, PA • 24 miles away

Part-Time Sitter for my Beautiful 7 Month Old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! I’m in the process of changing jobs & seeking someone to watch my almost 7 month old daughter as all my family watched her when I commuted close to an hour away.
Your main responsibility would solely be to just watch my amazing daughter, any light housekeeping would be great but would not be... More

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$10–11/hr
Minersville, PA • 6 miles away

Occasional sitter for two toddlers.

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello, my name is Emalie. I have two boys who are 3 & 1. I’m in search of a babysitter who has experience with Toddlers. Someone who is patient, and trustworthy.

Looking for an occasional sitter who can watch them while I work, and sometimes weekend nights.

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$14–16/hr
Reading, PA • 23 miles away

Overnight stay.

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:30pm - 6:30am

Hello we are the Arroyo’s. It is us mom and dad and our 2 sons and2 daughters.
We will need the sitter to arrive on time and stay overnight with our two boys.

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$10–13/hr
Blandon, PA • 21 miles away

M-F 2.5 hrs early mornings for 1 boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 9:30am

Myself (23) and my son (7). We have a larger 80lb dog that’s extremely friendly but you can keep him in kitchen if needed. And a long hair cat. Lots of shedding, be comfortable with pet hair.

Just arrive as I leave for work at 6:45. Wake him up at between 7:45-8, have him get dressed for school.... More

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$10–13/hr
Blandon, PA • 21 miles away

After school part time 3 days a week for 1...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Myself (23) and my son (7). We have a large 80lb American bully. Extremely friendly but you can keep him in kitchen if you’d prefer. And a long hair cat. So rest assured, LOTS of shedding.

Arrive by time Xavier gets home from the bus between 3:55-4. He can use screen time if he did well at school... More

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$10–15/hr
Frackville, PA • 11 miles away

Nanny for 3 kids (14m, 4, 7)

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 12:00pm

Hello my name is Christine. I am a full time CDL driver and need someone to watch my children when i am at work. I am new to the frackville area so i am working on getting the kids into daycare but as of now i will need someone to watch them from 11am to 11 pm. Please reach out if you have any... More

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$10–15/hr
Hamburg, PA • 11 miles away

Part-time sitter for 2 energetic Toddlers...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I work nights at Amazon and I'm looking for a sitter to care for my 2 girls during the morning so I can get a couple hours of sleep

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$10–20/hr
Mohrsville, PA • 14 miles away

As needed sitter for the cutes little girl

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Just me, husband and our 19 months old daughter and 3 cats. I work from home and will like childcare at home as needed
Watch my child when she's sick and can't go to daycare. In my home,while I work from home

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$13–17/hr
Robesonia, PA • 19 miles away

Opportunity to have fun:)

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 9:00pm (flexible)

Our family is into fitness. Our older children do not need a sitter and are active in gymnastics.
What is more fun than playing with toddlers, watching them try new foods and keeping them happy with Bottles and diaper changes?
We are in Robesonia.

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$10–22/hr
Kulpmont, PA • 18 miles away

One Energetic Child but pleasant to be around

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30pm - 9:30pm

Hello it’s my child my roommate and I . We currently just moved to this area. We are adventurous, outgoing , and organized (me I am) aha
I would love for you give to just allow the child to be creative and boost his imagination. Make sure he gets his homework don’t but do not over pressure getting... More

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$10–13/hr
Myerstown, PA • 19 miles away

Full time sitter for special needs child...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 6:00pm (flexible)

Hello, I am a single mom of 4 kids. I work full time and go to school full time. My children’s ages are: 9 year old son, 5 year old son, 2 year old son and soon 2 year old daughter.

I would mostly need the sitter to be with my 5 year old autistic son. He has a van that comes to pick him up around... More

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$13–16/hr
Myerstown, PA • 19 miles away

Full-time sitter for special needs child.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 6:00pm

Hello, I am a single mom of 4 kids I have a 9 year old son a 5 year old son, a 2 year old son and an almost 2 year old daughter.
I mostly need the sitter to be with my 5 year old son. He has autism and adhd he goes to school from 9-1130, leaving at 845am (roughly) and then getting back around... More

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$10–15/hr
Blandon, PA • 21 miles away

Full time babysitter for 3 kids (14m, 4 & 7)

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 11:00pm

My name is Christine and I am a fulltime CDL driver. My husband is away and I need help taking care of our kids while I am working.

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$12–16/hr
Robesonia, PA • 19 miles away

Part-time sitter for sweet 14 month old...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Our twin toddlers are 14months old.
Playing with our twins,preparing snacks for them, giving them a bottle and changing them.
If you could babysit Mon and Wed or Tues and Wednesday or all 3 would be great. We live in Robesonia. Our hours are flexible.

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