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.

$19–21/hr
Grafton, MA • 24 miles away

Part time sitter for 3 & 5 year old girls.

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Need help with 2 girls aged 3 & 5. Kids are mostly self helped and work great with directions. We work from home and need someone to cover for us during evening meetings.

Light housekeeping, meal preparation, packing/unpacking school bags. Getting kids ready for bed

Need M-Thurs 5-8 pm but can... More

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$19–20/hr
Bellingham, MA • 14 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm

We need a babysitter to care for our infant on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, starting July 1, 2025. Responsibilities include engaging our child with active playtime, putting him down for 2 naps a day, feeding bottles and solid food, washing bottles and putting away toys.... More

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$21–25/hr
Cranston, RI • 8 miles away

Family with 3 kids looking for occasional...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello!
We are a family with 3 active kids looking for help for occasional date night, and for someone that might be available during the day occasionally when our nanny is unavailable.
Our kids love to play outside, art and imaginative play.

Care for the kids ; diaper changes, get them ready for... More

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$20–25/hr
South Grafton, MA • 22 miles away

FLEXIBLE/RELIABLE after school sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter starting August 2025, with a flexible start date. The hours are from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday. We need someone to come to our house in the afternoon and get both our boys off the bus. The caregiver will look after two children in preschool and... More

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$18–20/hr
North Attleboro, MA • 13 miles away

Flexible Part-Time Babysitter Needed for...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

Looking for a responsible babysitter for school pick up and after school care. I have two boys, 11 and 8. They are both at the same school! Looking to have someone who can help with snacks and homework! Start date can be flexible, but the sooner the better! The schedule would change weekly, and the... More

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$22–30/hr
Providence, RI • 7 miles away

Hiring Babysitter to Care for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 7:00am

We need a reliable babysitter for two elementary-aged children starting on May 5, 2025. The schedule is every Monday to Friday from 5:00 AM to 6:30 AM. The ideal candidate will watch them at their home, drives their own car and has experience with special needs and caring for multiple children.... More

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$22–26/hr
Attleboro, MA • 14 miles away

Long term, part time Nanny needed!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

We need a nanny for our infant son in Attleboro! (Cooper Farms Neighborhood) I am on mat leave until I return part time in July. We will need coverage weekly on Wednesdays from July 9th - October 1st. Then, I will return to work full time on Monday Oct. 6th and we will need weekly coverage on Ms,Ws,... More

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$23–27/hr
Medway, MA • 20 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for our toddler for occasional appointments and date nights. The babysitter will engage our child in safe, fun activities, prepare meals and snacks, and help with bedtime routines. Comfort with pets is essential as we have one dog in our home. Having... More

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$19–20/hr
Swansea, MA • 19 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a babysitter for two children, an infant and a toddler, starting on July 7, 2025, with a flexible start date. The hours are from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The sitter must have their own car and be able to prepare meals and snacks. Responsibilities also include assisting with... More

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$10–15/hr
Providence, RI • 6 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Preschool Kids,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 8:30pm

We seek a babysitter for two preschool children from April 11, 2025. The schedule is Wednesday to Saturday, from 7:30 AM to 8:00 PM. The babysitter supervises, engages in play, prepares meals, and assists with daily routines. Must have a reliable car and be comfortable with pets. The sitter needs to... More

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$20–30/hr
Manville, RI • 8 miles away

Part-time nanny share for toddler son (1-2...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have a 2.5 year old son, Sam and an infant daughter, Naomi. My husband is a firefighter in Woonsocket and I’m a therapist in Providence. He works 24 hour shifts on an 8-day cycle, we are looking for help with our toddler for the mornings after my husband gets home from work when I go back to... More

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$22–26/hr
Seekonk, MA • 12 miles away

Date night/ event sitter for one child

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/05

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

Hi! We have one child who is 2.5 he is potty trained and communicates very well !

I am looking for a sitter who can come to our wedding on oct 5th 2025 to sit with our son , and keep an eye on him during the event. If he becomes tired able to drive him home until we get there but he should be able... More

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$30–34/hr
Walpole, MA • 24 miles away

Sing, read, laugh, and play with 2 girls...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We're looking for a part-time nanny to care for our two daughters (aged 4.5 and 10 months) at our home in Walpole. Hours will cover a 9-5 workday on Tuesdays and Thursdays (8:45-5:15 preferred).

If you love telling stories, playing make-believe and peekaboo, and singing songs, you'll be our... More

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$20–30/hr
Swansea, MA • 19 miles away

Babysitter May 23 and May 24 from noon to...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/23

12:30pm - 11:30pm

We seek a responsible babysitter for one infant starting on May 23 and 24 2025, from noon to 11:30 PM. The sitter will care for the infant by feeding, changing diapers, and practicing safe sleep habits.

The sitter will engage the child with age-appropriate activities, maintain a clean play area,... More

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