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.

$16–22/hr
Indian Trail, NC • 24 miles away

Part Time Toddler Babysitter Needed

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for a part-time Spanish speaking or Korean speaking babysitter for a 1 year old toddler. Our ideal candidate will have a cool and calm temperament. Plenty of patience when handling a toddler and is flexible with their schedule.

Duties will include:
Speaking exclusively in Spanish or Korean... More

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$11–14/hr
Rock Hill, SC • 8 miles away

Part time sitter of fun energetic kids who...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 2:30pm (flexible)

We are a family of 5, I have Kaitlyn who is 5, Kendrick who is 2 and Kyrie who is 1

You will just need to watch and keep an eye on the kids while me and my husband are at work

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$11–22/hr
Monroe, NC • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for part-time care for two toddler boys, possibly three boys once summer break begins.
Main priority is babysitting, no other tasks or errands required. Watch our children at our home while I work from home.

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$30–45/hr
Monroe, NC • 24 miles away

Occasional babysitter for 5- and 3-year-olds.

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family looking for occasional babysitter for their three kids 5 and 3 years old.
Prepare meals, get them ready for bed, read a book to them, assist with light housekeeping, assist with toileting. 5-year-old is toilet trained both 3-year-olds are in process of toilet training.

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$10–13/hr
Rock Hill, SC • 8 miles away

Part time sitter for 6 week old baby girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are the burns family my fiancé and I both work full time looking for someone to take care of our daughter so my fiancé can get some sleep for work

Feedings
Diaper changes
Keeping baby entertained
Light housekeeping

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$13–18/hr
Charlotte, NC • 20 miles away

Occasional helper!

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We are the melius family. We don't go anywhere often but we are looking to do date nights.

We would just need you to hang out with our kids the older kids do their thing but the toddler and Infant would definitely need to be an eye kept on.

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$18–31/hr
Pineville, NC • 16 miles away

3/4 days a week nanny for a newborn

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

New to the area and wife is expecting, we have a dog and will just need help with the baby while both working remote
Both work from home, need help with a new born, general task and help with the baby while we work

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$12–15/hr
Indian Trail, NC • 24 miles away

Occasional Sitter For 2 Fun...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi - We are a family of 4 with a boy(6) and girl(4) plus our happy furr baby dog, Nox (lab mix). The kids are super fun and love to play and color. They love to be playing outside or happy with a movie and popcorn night.
We are looking for an occasional baby sitter for date nights or day out. Our... More

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$12–15/hr
Pineville, NC • 16 miles away

Zaire is not a lot to handle, he likes to...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a mom deciding to start going back to work. I have a 2 year old son that is active and likes to explore.

Feeding
Going to Toilet
Activities
Zaire is not a lot to handle, as long as he has a few activities to do and is fed. He likes to go outside and explore or ride his bike outside. I... More

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$15–20/hr
Charlotte, NC • 20 miles away

Occasional sitter needed for creative and...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a sitter for our 6.5 year old daughter. My husband and I would like to go out on occasional date nights as well as a few events that we will be attending.
Night time outine including making sure she eats dinner, giving her a bath, reading, making sure she brushes her teeth, gets... More

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$18–24/hr
Pineville, NC • 16 miles away

Part-time sitter for two active girls

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are an active family with two elementary aged kids looking for a caring sitter to help mostly after school and during the summer months.

After school pick up and care
Help with homework and after school activities
Meal prep
Organize crafts and play time
Provide safe and loving environment... More

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$15–18/hr
Charlotte, NC • 24 miles away

As-needed evening sitter for 4 and 10 year...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a single foster mom of 2 daughters, ages 4 and 10 and am looking for an occasional sitter with weekday evening or Saturday morning availability. The need would be a few times per month to allow me time to run errands, get a haircut, decompress with friends, etc.

Babysitting would include... More

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$12–15/hr
Waxhaw, NC • 13 miles away

Part time sitter for one boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Single parent to an awesome 8 year old boy. He has a speech delay so patience is required

Spend time with him. Practice handwriting or reading books. Paint with him and prepare snacks/meals.

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$18–22/hr
Matthews, NC • 22 miles away

Summer Sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi, Looking for someone June-August to help with summer activities and light school work for the summer when kids are out of school. Light driving to and from summer camps as well. Days and Hours are flexible!!

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