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.

$13–20/hr
Baltimore, MD • 21 miles away

Flexible sitter for family of 1 energetic...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Recently discovered mom , college student with one son who is 8. We love to read or sit outside and play. For the most part my son loves his tablet.

I need a sitter to assist with picking him up from school , bringing him home until I get off at 11 o’clock . assisto’clock system with bedtime... More

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$12–13/hr
Gwynn Oak, MD • 23 miles away

Full time sitter for two playful and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a 4 year old girl and a 2 year old girl. The 4 year old can a be a little hyper but will listen and the 2 year old listens very well and is calm. They won’t really be a bother they will just want to watch tv and color

Mainly just feeding and changing, there isn’t nothing else that has to... More

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$20–24/hr
Baltimore, MD • 18 miles away

Full time sitter for a 6 month old!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am

I am a mom with a 6mo old daughter looking for a nanny! I would love to find a wonderful nanny to bring joy to our house and support our family.
Light housecleaning, light meal prep, taking care of baby, errands, laundry
5 days a week - 30 to 40 hours
Baltimore City - canton / fels point

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$10–21/hr
Linthicum Heights, MD • 24 miles away

9 year old relaxed boy, occasional evening...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Just my 9 year old (almost 10) and I. I am a professional that works in the real estate industry and my son attends school locally and plays soccer. In his free time he enjoys playing games on his iPad, PS5 and reading books.
I am a single mom, who needs occasional (on call) help. As an example, my... More

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$20–24/hr
Gwynn Oak, MD • 23 miles away

Sitter/transportation for 1 school age child

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am

My family consists of me along with my 7 (almost 8) year old son. And also a rabbit.
I would need a sitter to get him to and from before/after care 3-4 days weekly.
We live in the Gwynn oak area. The before/after care is located in Towson, 21204. I work 3 12 hour shifts weekly along with 1 day of... More

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$19–20/hr
Parkville, MD • 13 miles away

Sitter for 2 lovely boys

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a mother of 2 boys, Noah & Nate. Boys are semi-independent. They love watching shows/movies on their ipad or drawing.
In need need of a sister on Saturday, May 11th for 5.5 hours to monitor my boys and heat up meal for boys to eat.
In need of a sitter on Saturday, May 11th from 3pm-8:30pm

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$20–24/hr
Glen Burnie, MD • 24 miles away

New Parents Looking for help

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

My wife and I are both full time workers and need assistance for about 30 hours a week. We have one child and two friendly large breed dogs (elderly). Care would only be for the child.

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$20–21/hr
Lutherville Timonium, MD • 19 miles away

We need an Uber for our kids help :)

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 7:00pm

We are a busy blended family - parents are both nurses and the kids have a lot of sports practices to get to.
I am looking for someone who could help get kids to different sporting practices. It would be typically be getting either one or two of the kids to a practice on any given night.
This is... More

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$15–20/hr
Baltimore, MD • 23 miles away

On call sitter for energetic 4 year old !

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a 4 year old boy breon. I am a single mom who works . Breon is a loving clingy little boy who loves cars YouTube and snacks. I am looking for someone in special occasions for a night out and or emergency coverage. my mom usually babysits but her health isn’t as great as it used to be so to... More

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$20–25/hr
Parkville, MD • 13 miles away

Part-Time Sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

A small family with two young children. A 5-year-old little girl with an outspoken and confident personality. She enjoys reading, doing craft,s and of course using her tab. My 16-month-old son is a little bit more reserved except when he gets hungry. He still takes his bottle and eats a few... More

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$17–20/hr
Owings Mills, MD • 25 miles away

Part time sitter for a loving and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

Single mom to an amazing 3.5 year old boy! He is full of energy and very loving!,
Taking care of son on Saturday mornings when I have to work, some occasional evenings as needed and agreed. Feeding him breakfast and lunch, practicing numbers/lettersmornings. taking him to his scheduled activity on... More

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$15–23/hr
Pikesville, MD • 23 miles away

Search for flexible sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have two littles a boy who is 3.5 year old and a girl who is 14 months. We have a dog and live in a home in Pikesville with a large backyard. We are a very active and loving family.
We need someone to help fill the gaps in our life. Both parents have hybrid jobs and find ourselves struggling... More

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$18–22/hr
Baltimore, MD • 18 miles away

Part time sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Day time or night time care for Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday fridays.. needs to be on call occasionally on weekends

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$15–18/hr
Middle River, MD • 8 miles away

Part-Time Early Learning Center Help

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

We are a small learning center located in Bowleys Quarters, MD. We have about 15 children that we service and are growing!
Workers are expected to attend to children's basic needs like feeding them, preparing meals, changing diapers, and supervising playtime and activities. They are also expected... More

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