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.

$18–22/hr
Alexandria, VA • 25 miles away

Summer sitter- must hve car and clean...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 3:30pm

Looking for babysitter for a few weeks this summer for my 2 kids. Belong to a pool so must be comfortable with swimming

Make breakfast and lunch, take kids to library and pool. Playgrounds and playdates. Light housework to keep neat.

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$23–35/hr
Mc Lean, VA • 18 miles away

Childcare Needed for Two Kids with Meal...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 2:30pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for two children, ages elementary and middle school, on Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM, starting June 4, 2025. The sitter drives the children to activities and appointments, prepares meals and snacks, and performs light housekeeping tasks. The ideal... More

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$15–20/hr
Falls Church, VA • 17 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Infant, Flexible...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We need a caring babysitter for our infant starting on August 22, 2025, with a flexible start date. The job runs Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Responsibilities include ensuring the safety and well-being of our child, preparing meals, changing diapers, and engaging in age-appropriate... More

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$18–22/hr
Gainesville, VA • 10 miles away

Part time nanny (average of 20 hours per...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 2:30pm (flexible)

Hello! We are looking for a long term part time nanny (average of 20 hours per week) for our 8 month old son. I work remotely most days, but do go into an office occasionally. We are looking for someone Monday - Thursday, most days around 9:30-2, with some occasional days starting earlier or ending... More

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$15/hr
Arlington, VA • 23 miles away

Part-time (Christian) sitter for 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! My husband and I have a daughter who is about to be 4 in August, and a 13 month old son. I am a stay at home mom, and my husband works full time. If there is one thing we look for in the care of our children, it is finding someone who knows the word of God. We would love to find a sitter who... More

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$24–26/hr
Vienna, VA • 14 miles away

Looking for recurring weeknight help Tues/...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

Looking for recurring week night help. We can be flexible with days. You’d be responsible for helping get the 3 girls fed (24 month old twins and a 3 old) playing with them and helping us get them down. Help with hanging and putting away their laundry would also be greatly appreciated. Must have... More

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$13–15/hr
Chantilly, VA • Less than a mile

Reliable Mother’s Helper Needed Tues–Thurs...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

We’re a loving, busy family looking for a short-term Mother's Helper/Family Assistant from May 26–June 13, Mon–Thurs. Ideal for someone who loves playing with kids, is proactive, & willing to help with light housework (kitchen, dishes), lunch for toddler, snacks for older two, & overseeing chore... More

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$16–25/hr
Greenway, VA • 19 miles away

Looking for a part-time sitter for a...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are quiet and friendly parents with our first boy who is almost 2 months old.

We are looking for someone who could Take care of the baby and make sure that he eats well, sleeps well, and gets necessary growth.

This role has a great chance of turning into a long-term role.

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$20–20/hr
Clifton, VA • 11 miles away

Looking for a Saturday sitter (2x a month)

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for help for our 15 yr old son on Saturdays (2x a month) from 2pm (or could push to 3 or 4pm) till @10pm …and Friday evenings 4pm (can push to 5pm) till @10pm

Additional days/nights on occasion as well (if available).

Our son is mildly autistic-high functioning, fun to watch. Must... More

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$22–23/hr
Centreville, VA • 5 miles away

Monday-Friday Sitter over the Summer

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 4:30pm

Hello we are a family of 5 with a big fluffy friend we call Eva. We are looking for someone who is willing to help my mother in law out with entertaining and watching my 3 (turning 4 in Oct) son Parker. My mother in law has suffered 2 strokes recently and can’t handle Parker over the Summer all day.... More

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$23–30/hr
Falls Church, VA • 17 miles away

Caring Part-time Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

We seek a caring part-time babysitter for two children aged preschool to elementary. We are looking for someone long-term and reliable, who can help with school pick-up and afterschool activities during the week Mon-Fri. We can do 15-20 hours per week (around 2-6pm), all payment through Care. com.... More

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$20–21/hr
Mc Lean, VA • 16 miles away

Full-Time Nanny in McLean, VA

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a warm, reliable, and experienced nanny to help care for our five-month-old baby boy. This is a temporary, full-time position that begins on April 1, 2025, and is expected to run through February 1, 2026.

We are a Greek-speaking household and part of your role will include... More

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$22–25/hr
Vienna, VA • 14 miles away

Consistent Sunday babysitter for amazing...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi! We are the Daub family. We live in the Mosaic District near Tyson’s Corner. Charlotte is an amazing and beautiful 11.5 month old baby girl, almost 1-year old! We are looking for a consistent weekend babysitter who can stay with us as she grows into toddler-hood.

The 4-6 hour shifts will be... More

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$16–21/hr
Sterling, VA • 12 miles away

Friendly Family Looking for AfterCare

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

Hi, we’re a blended family of 5 including our 2 year old cockapoo named Leo.

Need a regular sitter in the mornings until our therapist arrives.
We’d love to have someone who can also sit on the weekends as necessary

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