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.

$14–15/hr
Goodville, PA • 24 miles away

Future Sitter needed for 2 energetic boys!

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Two working parents with two little boys. Mom is trying to go back to her full-time job, but hours do not work well with actual daycare facilities.
make sure the boys are fed and happy. Basic child care. Have fun, but are safe about it.
I do not really have a start date for when I need a sitter,... More

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$15–21/hr
Hamburg, PA • 5 miles away

Occasional sitter for 3 children

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Big family with lots of pets
2 dogs
4 cats
6 chickens
1 Rooster
We love crafts and outdoor activities
Seeking a sitter for date nights and mid day appointments usual time frames from 6:00- 9 pm or 12-3
We live in Hamburg

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$14–15/hr
Robesonia, PA • 11 miles away

PART-TIME CREATIVE SITTER for 2 toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Our family has 5 kids. We need a sitter to help with our 2 youngest kids that are 14 months old. Our older children are school age and good helpers.
Bottle feed, make snacks, play with our twins- easy but important tasks
We live in Robesonia on a quiet street. Our schedule varies.

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$14–17/hr
Akron, PA • 24 miles away

Need someone 2 days per week .Maybe more !...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

Single mom of 2 toddlers. I am a nurse , and single mom . We love being active , and love the outdoors
Interact with children .Meals, snacks , let dog out. Cleanup after meals.
I need someone who can be punctual, and a little flexible! Someone with experience

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$10–11/hr
Bernville, PA • 7 miles away

Fulltime sitter needed

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 3:00pm

Single mom of two amazing kids just needing a little help with a babysitter.
Feed and keep an eye one one stay at home child and one school aged child.

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$10–18/hr
Tremont, PA • 23 miles away

Part time sitter for energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 7:00pm

My almost 2 year old is in need of a sitter mondays and Tuesdays. Inhome would be preferred

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$17–21/hr
Reading, PA • 11 miles away

Weekend sitter for my three lovely kiddos

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have three children that are respectful lovable fun charismatic and wild.
We would love if you would take care of our three kids as you would your own if not better

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$17–21/hr
Reading, PA • 10 miles away

My son just chills. My daughters specially...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm

We have 3 kids, mom and I work the same days to be able to have the same and spend time with them.
Pick up the kids from school, take th, and just make sure they eat and have fun.

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$11–21/hr
Reading, PA • 11 miles away

As needed babysitter for 1 energetic toddler.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We would currently need care for a few hours in the evening every so often.
Play and safely care for our child for a few hours. We aren’t asking for much.
Schedule is very variable but can be provided in advance.

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$18–22/hr
Fogelsville, PA • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter for three little ones

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello I have 2 babies a 2 yr old and a 1 yr oldI have a 7yr old who autisticbut he’s high functioning very self sufficient I have split custody with my two older kids who are 10 years old and 13 years old. They are also self-sufficient and help with babies and I have a miniature poodle and she is... More

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$15–20/hr
Stevens, PA • 18 miles away

2 active children needing a full time sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 4:30pm

Family of four with two wonderful kids looking for a sitter. They enjoy the outdoors, sports, including swimming in our pool.
During summer both kids will be home. Arts and crafts. Love playing outside including the pool. During upcoming school year. Our son will need put on and picked up from the... More

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$10–11/hr
Minersville, PA • 20 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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$10–15/hr
Frackville, PA • 24 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
Blandon, PA • 7 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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