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.

$15–20/hr
Manchester, CT • 22 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/23

6:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for our toddler from June 23, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, with some flexibility in start time. The babysitter will engage our child in safe and fun activities, prepare light snacks, and follow a bedtime routine. It is important that the candidate... More

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$19–23/hr
Willimantic, CT • 7 miles away

Supervise and Care for One Elementary...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 8:00am

We need a caring and responsible babysitter for one elementary-aged child. The job starts on June 9, 2025, and runs from Monday to Friday, with hours from 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM. Your main tasks include supervising the child, preparing breakfast, and ensuring they are ready for the day. You will engage... More

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$19–30/hr
Ashford, CT • 19 miles away

Caring Babysitter for Infant Needed,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a responsible babysitter for our infant starting June 14, 2025, with a flexible start date. The caregiver will attend to one child, ensuring safety and comfort while providing care. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime routines, and caring for our pets. The... More

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$20–25/hr
Glastonbury, CT • 23 miles away

Caregiver needed for infant newborn, 3 PM...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 08/29

12:00am - 8:00am

We seek a caring babysitter to start on August 29, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 10:30 PM for our infant at our hotel while we attend a wedding in the area.

Baby is due early July and will be about 7 weeks old.

The sitter provides attentive supervision, engages in play, and ensures the child’s... More

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$20–27/hr
Mystic, CT • 20 miles away

Care for 9 year old while we are at nearby...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/21

3:30pm - 10:30pm

We seek a responsible babysitter for our 9-year-old boy starting on June 21, 2025, from 3:30 PM to 10:30 PM in Mystic, CT.

We will be nearby at a wedding. He is a fun boy. We also want to let you know he has ADHD but that is managed well. We have clear boundaries with him and a routine for... More

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$16–19/hr
Glastonbury, CT • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Wanted for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for our infant starting on June 15, 2025, with flexibility on the start date. The position is Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Responsibilities include feeding, changing diapers, and engaging our child in safe activities. The babysitter also... More

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$15–20/hr
East Hampton, CT • 19 miles away

Caring and Experienced Babysitter for Toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are seeking a babysitter to care for our baby starting around June 2025, with some flexibility on the start date. We would like someone with experience and references. This will be an occasional job for our date nights.

We are a very lovingly family and would love to find someone we can... More

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$15–23/hr
Willimantic, CT • 7 miles away

Care for One Elementary Child on Weekday...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 8:00am

We need a babysitter for one child in elementary school, starting on June 9, 2025. The schedule is Monday through Friday, from 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM. The babysitter will supervise the child, ensure their safety, and engage them in morning activities. Responsibilities include preparing a simple... More

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$17–24/hr
East Hampton, CT • 19 miles away

Engaging Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a responsible babysitter to care for three children, ages preschool and elementary. The start date is flexible but begins on May 31, 2025. The sitter must have their own car and be comfortable with pets. Daily tasks include engaging children in fun activities, preparing meals and snacks, and... More

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$20–27/hr
Mystic, CT • 20 miles away

Caregiver needed for 2 young children,...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/21

3:00pm - 11:00pm

We need a reliable babysitter to care for our two children, an infant and a preschooler, on June 21, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 10:30 PM. Our ideal sitter has their own reliable transportation, is CPR certified, and experienced in managing multiple littles for meals and bedtime routines. Our 3 year old... More

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$21–25/hr
Groton, CT • 19 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Drives to Care for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 5:00pm

We are seeking a responsible babysitter for our toddler. The job starts on May 19, 2025, from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. The babysitter must have their own car for transportation. Duties include engaging the child in play, preparing meals, and ensuring safety. The babysitter will... More

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$19–23/hr
Brooklyn, CT • 15 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are seeking a reliable babysitter to care for our 4 children, who are an infant, a preschooler, and an elementary school student, on weekdays from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM, starting May 16, 2025. The babysitter will supervise activities, prepare snacks, assist with toilet training, and ensure a safe... More

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$21–25/hr
Lyme, CT • 22 miles away

Flexible Part-Time Babysitter for 1 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

We are seeking a regular, part-time babysitter for our baby girl starting immediately (flexible start date)! We are ideally looking for help 3 or 4 days Mon-Thurs, 11:30a to 2:30p. Responsibilities include spending time with her, diapering as needed, feeding her lunch and cleaning up after lunch.... More

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$20–25/hr
Higganum, CT • 25 miles away

Long Term Nanny/Sitter Opportunity for 1...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 3:30pm (flexible)

Hello! We are looking for a long term nanny/sitter for our adorable 1-year-old! We are looking for someone Mon- Thurs 8:30-4:00 but could be flexible if your availability is close to this. We're looking for a sitter long term (all year, not just for the summer). Light housekeeping is expected... More

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