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.

$17–20/hr
Breinigsville, PA • 18 miles away

Part -time sitter for one infant girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 4:30pm

We are looking for childcare for our daughter on Tuesdays and Thursdays. My husband will be staying home with her on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. We are hoping to develop a relationship that will work for long term care.
We are looking for someone to provide general care for our daughter while... More

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$10–14/hr
Pottsville, PA • 21 miles away

Energetic-year-old toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30pm - 7:30am (flexible)

Hello we are the Gaspar family. We have a one year energetic toddler. She is very outgoing, smiling, and always on the bright side of things. She is learning solids and loves to eat.

We would need a babysitter to help with bath time bedtime possibly waking up her and other responsibilities we... More

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$12–20/hr
Pottstown, PA • 23 miles away

Sitter for active kiddos

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Group of active kiddos. They love being outside, being creative, and snacking.
Enjoy takingcare of 1 yr old and sometimes hang out with the preteens. Must be first aid/epi pen/cpr certified. Linds_3x on IG

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$18–22/hr
Macungie, PA • 23 miles away

Looking for a teacher!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hey my name is Alia! I have three kids a 4 year old, 3 year old and a 4 month old.

Tutoring, prepping kids for
School. Teaching educating, teaching 4 year old to read

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$10–14/hr
Pottsville, PA • 21 miles away

Night Babysitter 5:20pm to 6:30am

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 7:00am

Me and my fiancé. Have worked night thursday, Friday and Saturday.
I need somewhere to watch our kids.
We need a babysitter that can spend the night to watch our one year old or/ and five year olds

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$14–22/hr
Fogelsville, PA • 20 miles away

Full time baby sitter needed for 2 children

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

Full time baby sitter needed for 2 children in Fogelsville area. Should have car and have experience in handling multiple kids.

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$18–23/hr
Macungie, PA • 23 miles away

part time sitter needed for older child, ...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30am - 8:30am (flexible)

my child has ADHD, and some special needs and needs to be picked up from school
Getting picked up from school, and brought to house, and babysit until I get home.

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$14–15/hr
Goodville, PA • 22 miles away

Future Sitter needed for 2 energetic boys!

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Two working parents with two little boys. Mom is trying to go back to her full-time job, but hours do not work well with actual daycare facilities.
make sure the boys are fed and happy. Basic child care. Have fun, but are safe about it.
I do not really have a start date for when I need a sitter,... More

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$16–25/hr
Brownstown, PA • 25 miles away

PART TIME/Occasional sitter for 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

2 VERY energetic and loving preschoolers. Hannah is 3 and loves hugs, being kind, meeting new people, singing, dancing, swimming, running, swinging, climbing, playing make believe, being with her brother and playing with dolls. Hunter is 4 and LOVES new people and making new friends. He is always... More

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$18–24/hr
Pottstown, PA • 22 miles away

After daycare help Monday through Friday...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am

Single mom that is a teacher in Philadelphia. Needs Help with infant care
Pick up from Daycare at 4:30 and take home to watch baby till about 6:30.
Looking for Monday through Friday help

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$15–21/hr
Hamburg, PA • 8 miles away

Occasional sitter for 3 children

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Big family with lots of pets
2 dogs
4 cats
6 chickens
1 Rooster
We love crafts and outdoor activities
Seeking a sitter for date nights and mid day appointments usual time frames from 6:00- 9 pm or 12-3
We live in Hamburg

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$14–15/hr
Robesonia, PA • 10 miles away

PART-TIME CREATIVE SITTER for 2 toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

Our family has 5 kids. We need a sitter to help with our 2 youngest kids that are 14 months old. Our older children are school age and good helpers.
Bottle feed, make snacks, play with our twins- easy but important tasks
We live in Robesonia on a quiet street. Our schedule varies.

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$14–17/hr
Akron, PA • 23 miles away

Need someone 2 days per week .Maybe more !...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

Single mom of 2 toddlers. I am a nurse , and single mom . We love being active , and love the outdoors
Interact with children .Meals, snacks , let dog out. Cleanup after meals.
I need someone who can be punctual, and a little flexible! Someone with experience

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$10–15/hr
Blandon, PA • 5 miles away

Full time babysitter for 3 kids (14m, 4 & 7)

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 11:00pm

My name is Christine and I am a fulltime CDL driver. My husband is away and I need help taking care of our kids while I am working.

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