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
Cheswold, DE • 17 miles away

Babysitter Needed For 2 Fun Children In...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a babysitter for 2 children in Dover, Delaware. I may be returning to the office for my job. The arrangement would involve three days in the office, with some flexibility. Our family includes two lovely sons, Jaxson 4 years old and Jamison 3 years old. Our childcare needs are... More

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$15–20/hr
Cheswold, DE • 17 miles away

Seeking childcare 3-10 hours a week.

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30pm - 7:30pm

Hi! My name is Emily, I have two wonderful daughters ages 8 and almost 4 years old! Very bright, inquisitive, active little ladies.
Play and interact, read, help them clean up afterplay, crafts, music, art.
Located in Dover, over by the highschool. Schedule would be starting once a week then will... More

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$18–22/hr
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD • 17 miles away

Occasional goodnight hugs for 3 sweet kids!

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I’m a single mom to my 3 babies; James, Ryker, & Charlotte. We live far from family so finding someone to watch the kiddos occasionally would be great. We have 2 small dogs but they stay in their crate when we have visitors. These kiddos are the silliest and sweetest to be around. You’ll definitely... More

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$15–22/hr
North East, MD • 18 miles away

Part-time sitter for one toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 2:30pm

My husband and I are looking for a wonderful nanny to help take care of our 1 year old
We are looking for someone who can play and do fun and engaging activities.

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$10–15/hr
Cheswold, DE • 17 miles away

Part time sitter for energetic keep you on...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi I'm mom, my son is 2 years old, friendly and helpful..I do have older daughters as well.
To just put him to bed, play with him a little or he might even be sleep already. For a few hours.
Possibly during the week like 6-8? Or 9-11/12 on weekend..

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$18–25/hr
Bear, DE • 21 miles away

Help! We’re Outnumbered & Need Some Steady...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

We’re a busy family with 3 kiddos (2, 5 & 11). Our sweet and funny 11yr old daughter does competitive gymnastics and loves to sing & our jokester 5yr old son does ninja warriors and kickboxing. Our littlest is a curious and free spirited girl born to lead (and currently working on sharing). And,... More

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$18–22/hr
Newark, DE • 20 miles away

Part-time sitter for our little guy,...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of four: Myself, My husband; Dion, My daughter; Tayler'Marie (5) and My son; Zion (4 months)
Baby sitter for Thursdays from 7:30am to about1:30pm, occasionally they both will be here (we will notify you before hand) but mainly need a sitter for that timeframe for our little guy; Zion. More

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$15–19/hr
Cheswold, DE • 17 miles away

Part-Time Sitter for 3 kids ages 6, 5, and 2

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am

My husband and I both work. We have three amazing children. 2 daughters ages 6 soon to be 7 and 5 and a boy who is 2.
We need someone to get the kids up and ready for school/daycare. As well as prepare lunches for the day. Junior whom is our two year old will be potty training. We will also need... More

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$20–30/hr
Newark, DE • 24 miles away

Part time sitter for 3 children

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

Looking for care for a 1 year old, 5 year old and 9 year old for date nights and more opportunities after relationship is established.
Play with baby, serve snacks, be able to keep up with baby's mobility. Maybe board games or arts and crafts with older kids
Newark, DE
Hours - 5pm to 10pm

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$15–16/hr
Cheswold, DE • 17 miles away

Part time sitter for 2 school and 1...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

1 of the toddlers is autistic (7 years old)

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$18–22/hr
Elkton, MD • 20 miles away

Full time sitter for four kids, two are in...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 5:30pm

We have 4 children. Two are in grade school. Two will be at home full time as they are under 3.
take the grade school kids to and from the bus stop. Watch the younger two kids for the day as they do not attend school.

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$16–23/hr
Newark, DE • 20 miles away

Occasional sitter for one adorable infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

Hello! We are looking for a sitter to care for our 8 month old daughter. We would be looking for someone with availability for daytime coverage on days parents work in the office (Mondays/wednesdays/fridays) and for occasional date nights. We also have a Bernedoodle named shaggy who will require... More

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$18–22/hr
Elkton, MD • 20 miles away

Play with our sweet and active 2yo during...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/24

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

We're an Atlanta family coming to Elkton, MD for a reunion with our friends. We have two boys, 4 months and 2yo. You'll primarily be taking care of the 2yo who is in his "word explosion" phase right now so cracks us up constantly.
We need a sitter to play with our sweet 2yo while we are hanging out... More

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$10–20/hr
Middletown, DE • 14 miles away

Sitter/Nanny For Immediate Hire

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30pm - 8:30pm

Looking for someone who can hang with my kids (6 and 2) from 4.30pm to 8.30pm. They both go to school so work is pretty light. End time is flexible and you can ask me for earlier closure if you want.

Immediate Hire. Thanks

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