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.

$17–21/hr
Colonial Heights, VA • 11 miles away

Need back up care for 6/15/24

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/15

6:00am - 4:00pm

Have to work and need someone to care for my 6 year old daughter at their home.

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$18–23/hr
Richmond, VA • 22 miles away

Part-time sitter for 2 young...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a sitter/nanny to watch our 2 young daughters on Tuesdays and Fridays beginning in late July 2024.
We are looking for an energetic and engaging sitter who has experience working with young children. Responsibilities include meal time, nap time, play, cleaning up after the kids... More

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$15–25/hr
Richmond, VA • 15 miles away

Single dad looking for early morning sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I’m a single dad looking for a sitter due to a change in work hours. My daughter (8) and my son (3) are loving and energetic! They love doing crafts, playing outside, and all sorts of games. They’re typical siblings who argue, but love each other more than anything and will welcome you into any... More

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$16–18/hr
Chesterfield, VA • 15 miles away

2 day a week sitter for 1 and 3 year old

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 6:00pm (flexible)

Stay at home mom seeking help with 2 small children couple days a week
Prepare lunch, children’s laundry, tidy areas used by children, let Yorkie out
Mondays and Thursdays 11-6

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$11–14/hr
Richmond, VA • 22 miles away

Occassional sitter for 8 year old boy.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Seeking a sitter for an eight year old boy. He is a very independent child.
Play video games. Prepare light meals and maybe go for a walk occassionally.
We live in North Chesterfield near the intersection of Chippenham Parkway and Midlothian Turnpike.

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$10–14/hr
Chesterfield, VA • 15 miles away

Part time sitter for 1 2 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 4:00pm

Loving a caring / outdoors love to watch movies and laugh a lot we love to watch a lot of learning shows
Mostly play with her put her to sleep for her nap time & feed her and change diapers
..

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$18–22/hr
Midlothian, VA • 24 miles away

Spanish-speaking sitter needed for 3.5 y.o

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a loving family that is looking for a Spanish-speaking sitter 9-12 hours a week for our son.
We are looking for a native Spanish speaker to play with our son for a few hours in the morning. We want you to speak Spanish the majority of the time to increase his exposure to the language. He has... More

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$10–11/hr
Prince George, VA • 17 miles away

Mon to Thursday and sometimes Friday

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am

Dylan(8)Alexander(7). I’m Juan I need to someone to staywhile I’m at work
Prep food for kids and light housekeeping watch them and. I can gets better talk when I. Meet you

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$15–21/hr
Chester, VA • 16 miles away

Before and after school help for one toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Need a sitter for before and after school for my kid. I go to work around 4:15 am and do not get back until after 6 pm.

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$18–22/hr
Richmond, VA • 18 miles away

Regular Schedule sitter for our lovely...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 6:00pm

Looking for a caregiver for lovely baby girl. She is such a joy and calm baby.
Watch her 3 days per week and give her lots of love and compassion. The sitter will be responsible for watching our baby girl while we are working.
.

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$18–22/hr
Richmond, VA • 22 miles away

Part-time after 5 for 1 toddler needed ASAP

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

Hello and Happy Monday,

My name is Melissa and my son name is Melissa. I’m in need of childcare service after work. Legend is 1 years old and is sweet and loving. He loves to watch cartoons, learn, give hugs and play with toys. He listensbut may need more than 1 verbal prompt.
At this time I do... More

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$10–12/hr
Midlothian, VA • 19 miles away

Saturday Morning Sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 2:00pm

I am a single mother of a 2 year old boy and 5 year old girl. They are very active, my son is outdoorsy while my daughter is more a gamer. Both are very loving and smart.

I need the sitter to prepare breakfast which is quite easy my kids like cereal and eggos. And prepare whatever snacks. Sitter... More

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$16–17/hr
Richmond, VA • 15 miles away

Before care needed

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 9:30am (flexible)

Hello we are a sweet kind family Of two. We are looking for someone who can feel in the gaps for our famil
We need the fourteen year before school Each day does hours are about 3 hours in the morning. Each day they start around six thirty and end at nine thirt

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$18–22/hr
Richmond, VA • 22 miles away

Part- Time sitter for an gaming 7 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Our son is a great kid, loves Fortnite and we're just looking to get back to us. He's finally at an age where were comfortable taking a date night without him.

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What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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