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
Grove City, PA • 22 miles away

Looking for a sitter for an energetic 2...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for an occasional babysitter for my 2 year old daughter. She’s very easy going just loves playing with someone. Still takes naps and you’d have to get lunches and snacks for her.

Just play with our daughter. She’ll need snacks and lunch and laid down for nap time.

It would be a 8-3:30... More

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$18–20/hr
Aliquippa, PA • 19 miles away

Part-time sitter for 2 energetic toddler...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 7:30pm (flexible)

2 boys- 3 years old and 19 months, that love to play and have fun!!!!!
Interact with the boys; play with them, take them on walks, make them meals, put them down for naps.
We live in Hopewell. I'm currently looking for a part time job. Not sure on the days/times yet, but will know soon! Just trying... More

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$19–29/hr
Wexford, PA • 17 miles away

Evening sitter for infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

Hi! Our kiddo is 6months old and we also have a dog who’s is very friendly.
We are looking for someone with a good amount of experience with infants. In the evenings this will include bedtime and eventually dinner with solids. While he is asleep we are hoping for someone to take care of baby related... More

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$19–20/hr
Beaver Falls, PA • 13 miles away

Sitter to help with morning before school...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 8:30am

There are 3 kids ages 5, 7, and 9. We also have 2 dogs, one is very large. Both dogs are friendly.

I am looking for someone to get the children on (and possibly off) the bus every day. I may also need M-F daylight care for the month of August. We can discuss pay if interested.

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$18–20/hr
Baden, PA • 15 miles away

Nanny with experience

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 3:30pm

2.5 year old who needs an active VERY ACTIVE adult playmate, 7 year old who needs prompting for online school
Keep things neat and tidy, dishes done up, toys picked up but no extensive cleaning. Lots of structured play and activities in house. Will need to prompt 7 year old for Subject changes in... More

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$15–18/hr
Pittsburgh, PA • 24 miles away

Summer Care for two wonderful girls

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 3:00pm

Hello! We are seeking summer care for our rising second and third grade daughters. Both parents work from home, so we have some scheduling flexibility but would like someone to help make summer a magical time for our daughters. They enjoy going to parks, playing outside, visiting the library and... More

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$18–25/hr
Allison Park, PA • 21 miles away

Late day care needed for three great kids...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We're a standard modern family with two working parents who are looking for the right person to provide care and support for our three young children. We have an 11 year old girl, 8 year old boy and an almost 6 boy that could just use a caring person to be there after schools and for the occasional... More

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$15–21/hr
Beaver Falls, PA • 13 miles away

Occasional sitter for party of 3 crazy boys.

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

3 boys ages 8y, 4y, and 2y. 1st has an intellectual disorder (complications at birth), slight developmental & learning delay, speech impediment, & struggles with emotion & coping, very sweet with loads of excitement. 3rd being evaluated for developmental delays & behavioral concerns, loving and... More

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$16–20/hr
Freedom, PA • 13 miles away

Nanny for occasional week long trips.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Need a reliable nanny for a few week long trips for an agreeable 7 year old child in our home.
Get from school, make dinner and get Lyla to bed each evening.Sleep over at our house and get her up for school the next morning for one week.

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$10–16/hr
Ambridge, PA • 19 miles away

Part time sitter needed for date nights to...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My husband and I have been married 2 years and now have a baby girl desi
Take care of and watch over my baby at all times and make sure she’s ok
Ambridge, pa and someone needed for date nights

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$17–21/hr
Zelienople, PA • 5 miles away

As needed sitter for the sweetest little...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Our little girl is so sweet. Her favorite activities include bird watching, dancing, and Ms. Rachel.

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$19–25/hr
Pittsburgh, PA • 24 miles away

part time summer sitter for two energetic...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

Hi we are in search of an energetic , friendly and loving sitter for our two kids for the summers. hours are part time and flexible and mainly in afternoon and evenings. Kids are on the spectrum so therefore someone with special needs experience or speech and occupational therapy back ground will be... More

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$15–30/hr
Valencia, PA • 15 miles away

Sitter for Date Nights and more.

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hey there! I'm so excited to tell you about my fantastic wife and me, who are always on the go, tackling our professional lives head-on. We do, however, sometimes require a little assistance when it comes to taking care of our two energetic boys. Let me tell you, these boys are full of life! They... More

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$15–22/hr
Mars, PA • 11 miles away

Part-Time Sitter for Two Great...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 5:30pm

Recently single dad with two great kids (elementary school ages) needs help for a summer of care.
Be available for the kids 2-3 days a week, for approximately 12 hours a day.

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