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.

$23–27/hr
Milford, MA • 22 miles away

Need Occasional Babysitter for 3 and 5yr old

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My 5 year old girl is named Lillie and loves to dance, play dress up and do crafts. My 3 year old son Matthew likes to build, run around and loves to have someone play with him on adventures.

Simply play and do snack time. Keeping the kids moving and entertained.

As an on call basis weekly.

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$21–25/hr
Coventry, RI • 14 miles away

Reliable Flexible Active Nanny Needed

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:30am - 7:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for a fun and active nanny for our 3 children; 5, 2 and a newborn. The majority of the care will be for our younger 2. The hours are 11:30-7:30 Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays. We are looking for someone who is flexible as I will be returning to work mid August and my schedule varies, we... More

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$21–25/hr
West Warwick, RI • 11 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a caring babysitter starting on June 23, 2025, with flexible hours. The job involves caring for one infant in our home. Responsibilities include feeding, changing diapers, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. The babysitter must have their own car for potential outings and be... More

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$16–20/hr
Warwick, RI • 10 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Toddlers,...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Im a single mom with a crazy strange work schedule. looking for someone to watch my girls for 8 hours while at work. i work at a hotel so they would be here, the sitter can use the pool and things with my girls. please contact me via text

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$21–25/hr
North Attleboro, MA • 11 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

My fiancé and I are looking for a babysitter to care for our 10 month old child on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, starting on July 15, 2025. The sitter will ensure a safe and nurturing environment, change diapers, prepare bottles and meals, and engage in age-appropriate activities.... More

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$22–26/hr
Taunton, MA • 17 miles away

Seeking Responsible Babysitter for Five...

5+ children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a caring babysitter to help care for five children during the summer starting June 7, 2025. The children are in preschool and elementary school. Your main duties include supervising playtime, preparing simple meals and snacks, assisting with homework, and facilitating activities... More

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$21–25/hr
Johnston, RI • 5 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Elementary Child with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

We seek a responsible babysitter for our elementary-aged child. The schedule starts on June 18, 2025, and is flexible. Hours are from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Tuesday through Saturday. The babysitter needs a reliable car and must be comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include assisting with homework,... More

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$20–26/hr
Middletown, RI • 23 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Two Elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a dependable babysitter to care for two elementary-aged children. The start date is flexible, but the position begins on June 6, 2025. The babysitter prepares meals and snacks, engages the children in age-appropriate activities, and ensures their safety and well-being. A reliable car is... More

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$23–35/hr
Franklin, MA • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 7:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant, starting on August 17, 2025. The hours are from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Monday through Thursday. Responsibilities include caring for the baby, preparing simple meals, changing diapers, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. The sitter ensures the... More

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$15–20/hr
Portsmouth, RI • 20 miles away

Responsible Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a reliable babysitter to care for our two elementary age children for regular date nights. The start date is flexible, but we prefer someone who can begin around June 9, 2025. Responsibilities include helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks, and managing bedtime routines. A valid... More

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$18–24/hr
Mansfield, MA • 16 miles away

After school care for 2 energetic and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We’re looking for after school care for our two boys 9 and 12 years old at our house in Mansfield. And/Or summer childcare which would require longer hours in July along with end of June.

General responsibilities include helping with homework, managing their chores/ activities preparing for... More

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$19–20/hr
Bellingham, MA • 16 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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$22–26/hr
Seekonk, MA • 5 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 • 22 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 1) 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 girls' new... More

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