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
Nashville, TN • 15 miles away

Drive and entertain one preschool child on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 9:00pm

We're looking for help with our preschool child. The job starts on December 1, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 8:30 PM, on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. The ideal candidate should enjoy engaging with young children and can create fun activities like reading, playing games, and doing crafts.... More

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$20–22/hr
Franklin, TN • 23 miles away

Franklin, TN Babysitter Needed for Local...

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 11/12

12:00am - 2:00am

A church in Franklin, TN is seeking child care providers.

Date: 11/12/2025
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:15 PM
Location: Franklin, TN 37064
Rate: $22/hr!

Apply and book this job on SitterTree.com or download the app!

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$23–27/hr
Franklin, TN • 23 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Three Young Kids on...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

Historic Franklin Presbyterian Church needs a nursery worker on Sunday morning from 9:00 until 11:30. A 3 month old, and 3 year old and possibly another. A second adult, a church member, will be available as needed.

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$23–35/hr
Antioch, TN • 20 miles away

Provide care for 5 kids, ages infant to...

5+ children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 10/25

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Hello sitters! We need a babysitter (or 2) for our five children, ages infant through preschool. You must have a car and experience with autism. Your main tasks include supervising playtime inside while parents are outside. All parents will be onsite. This is for a holiday party at my parents house... More

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$20–23/hr
Nashville, TN • 25 miles away

Reliable babysitter needed for toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We want a babysitter to look after our 2 yo boy toddler in Wedgewood. The job starts on October 13, 2025. Specifically, I’m looking for someone to help when I’m out of town for work trips coming up (Oct 13-15, Nov 3-5, Nov 11-13), and occasional date nights. You'll play with our child,... More

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$20–25/hr
Ashland City, TN • 14 miles away

Hang out with two kids three evenings a week.

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 8:30pm (flexible)

We’re looking for help with our two children, ages 5 and 7. The position is typically Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, from 2:30 PM to 8:00 PM. Will be more flexible while I’m on maternity leave.

We are fairly laid back and mostly need someone to make sure the kids are safe during the hours our... More

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$19–27/hr
Nashville, TN • 25 miles away

Looking for reliable babysitter for two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 10:00pm

We need a reliable babysitter starting October 3, 2025, for two children, a toddler and an elementary student. The job includes caring for the children on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, sometimes other days of the week. Their dad and I work events and we can get booked any day of the week!... More

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$14–16/hr
Franklin, TN • 23 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Young Kids...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We’re looking for a babysitter to help with our two children, ages infant and preschool. The start date is October 3, 2025.

You will play with them, read stories, and feed them meal I have prepared already. Engaging them in safe activities is important. You will also change diapers and put them to... More

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$23–27/hr
Nashville, TN • 15 miles away

Need occasional evening babysitter for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! Single dad looking for a reliable babysitter to occasionally help with my 8-year-old daughter in the evenings. Since my job requires some evening work, this sitting job would be primarily evenings (weekday and weekend) from around 5 pm until 11 pm. The role would include hanging out with her,... More

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$22–26/hr
Nashville, TN • 24 miles away

Seeking Experienced Multi-lingual...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a caring babysitter for our infant starting September 19, 2025. The schedule includes Saturdays, Mondays, and Wednesdays from 8 AM to 4 PM, but the start date is flexible. The ideal candidate will have their own car and be multi-lingual, speaking Chinese. Responsibilities include... More

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$23–27/hr
Franklin, TN • 23 miles away

Looking for a Babysitter with a Car for 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 8:30pm (flexible)

Hello! We want a babysitter for two children, ages toddler and elementary. The job starts on October 1, 2025, with a flexible start date. You’ll work on Wednesdays from 2:30 PM to 8:00 PM. Your tasks include supervising playtime, preparing simple snacks, and assisting with homework. You’ll need a... More

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$19–26/hr
Nashville, TN • 25 miles away

Babysitter for one Toddler and one...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a reliable babysitter for our two kiddos, 2 year old daughter and 6 year old son. We need someone to start this Thursday from 3:00-6:00pm. Their dad and I own an event company together and sometimes need last minute sitters. Responsibilities include caring for the children, preparing snacks,... More

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$20–21/hr
Franklin, TN • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 12:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for a caring babysitter to help with our two children, a 4 year old girl and 22 month old boy. This is mostly needed for when I am working at home and could use some help. Most of the time I will be at the home upstairs, sometimes I may step out to get groceries or run errands. I will... More

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$15–20/hr
Nashville, TN • 15 miles away

Sitter needed for occasional night out

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I'm looking to find an available, reliable, trustworthy and clean (yes I have to say this) sitter for my 2 kiddos. This would be for nights, maybe days depending on your flexibility. Mostly, it would be in the evening and super simple. When it's bed time, they go to bed. If it is during the day,... More

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