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
Irwin, PA • 5 miles away

Part Time in home sitter with a set schedule

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! My name is Jill and I have 1 daughter, Mia, who is 4 months old. We are a very pet friendly home as we have 2 black labs and 4 cats.

I work from home full-time, so I will be home during the hours you are watching Mia.

I am look for a sitter who feels comfortable managing an infant. I... More

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$17–20/hr
Blairsville, PA • 21 miles away

Friday morning sitter needed 7-830 AM

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 9:00am

We're a small family with just one eight-year-old child, 2 dogs, and 2 cats.
Just need someone to sit with her while I go to the chiropractor on Friday mornings. I leave at 7 and she would need to be up by 8 to get on the bus at 830.

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$10–22/hr
Pittsburgh, PA • 13 miles away

Single mom of one toddler boy in need of...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Single mom in Swissvale with one sweet toddler boy. We also have one cat.

Looking for occasional babysitting. Mostly evenings and weekends but I do occasionally need help on weekdays when daycare is closed.

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$15–20/hr
New Stanton, PA • 11 miles away

Part-time sitter for infant and 6 year old

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I am looking for a sitter to care for our 6 year old daughter and infant daughter in our home starting in May. Actual start date to be determined. We would only need care on Mondays and Fridays from 8am-4pm. End time could change depending on when my husband gets home from work. There could also be... More

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$18–22/hr
Pittsburgh, PA • 13 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic kids...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of four. I am a registered nurse and my husband is a Architect. We both work full time and I am in school for my Masters in Nursing. We are looking for a baby sitter for date nights and when we may need a couple hours to ourshelves.
I have 2 children. We are asking for you to look... More

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$10–13/hr
New Kensington, PA • 14 miles away

Part time during the school year full time...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Boys will be boys lol! They love their video games and playing outside!

Some days may need to be dropped off or picked up from school. Light meal prep during the summer.

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$16–22/hr
Turtle Creek, PA • 9 miles away

Part time sitter for4 5 and under

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 6:00pm

We’re a family or six all 4 kids are kinda shy and have amazing personalities
Just pick up two oldest from Headstart and take the 2 babies with you and bring the kids to the park or something till 3:30 and then to

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$10–11/hr
Claridge, PA • 2 miles away

Sitter for a well behaved calm 8 yr old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 4:00pm

Hello, I am in need of child care for my 8 yr old son.He is on the spectrum. I have been homeschooling him.So we need daytime. I have a 14 yr old daughter in the 8th grade. She catches the bus to and from. We have a fur baby Zeus (Dog)
Provide child care. Read play and make him lunch. Also someone... More

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$19–23/hr
Pittsburgh, PA • 20 miles away

Occasional Sitter for two toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! Happy family of 4 with a 5yr old girl and a 2yr old boy. The 2yr old is pretty much potty-trained (with reminders) and they get along 90% of the time. Both can be independent, so it should usually be an easy watch.
Food is usually prepared. Will need to watch evenings, help with bedtime, and... More

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$12–16/hr
Pittsburgh, PA • 18 miles away

Looking for a full-time babysitter to...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 11:30pm (flexible)

It’s just me and my one year year-old daughter, Sia I am expecting, and we live in a two bedroom apartment

I just need to sitter to be able to watch my daughter responsibly do activities with her. Make sure she safe.

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$17–20/hr
Pittsburgh, PA • 14 miles away

Weekday morning care for sweet 2 year old,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

We are a family of 5 looking for a regular part time caregiver for our 2 year old daughter. She is sweet, fun, and adventurous.
We are looking for a caregiver to come to our home starting in the summer and remaining through the school year (flexibility on start date). We are needing care from... More

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$19–23/hr
Pittsburgh, PA • 23 miles away

Part time sitter for 1 energetic toddler!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We. are a family of 5 the 2 older ones do not need care as they will be in school and will not bother when are home. need to be ok with reptiles. our little one just needs care while we are at work. He does not talk yet but can communicate his wants, he is receiving speech therapy . husband work... More

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$18–22/hr
Pittsburgh, PA • 17 miles away

Part-time sitter for three children

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 7:00pm

Hi! We have 3 fun kids. A 6-year-old girl and two boys ages 1 &2. Kids love crafts and playing outside!
Looking for somebody to sit with the kids for a few hours in the late afternoon/evening. Light meal preparation would be required— just heating something up that we have already prepared.
We live... More

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$13–16/hr
Turtle Creek, PA • 9 miles away

This will be during the day for 2-5hrs

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 04/19

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

Two happy playful kids a boy and a girl the boy is 10years and the girls is 3yr

Feeding the child and watching the children activities and homework if there is any keeping the kids busy

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