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Babysitter agreement template (US)
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Babysitter Agreement
This Agreement is made on Effective Date between Parent or Guardian Name, at Family Address ("Parent"), and Babysitter Name, at Babysitter Address ("Babysitter").
1. Care
Babysitter will care for these children:
| Child's Name | Age | Allergies or Medical Notes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| First Child Name | First Child Age | First Child Notes |
| Second Child Name | Second Child Age | Second Child Notes |
Care takes place at Care Location on Schedule.
2. Pay
Parent will pay $Hourly Rate per hour, Pay Frequency, by Payment Method, at no less than any applicable minimum wage. Hours past the agreed end time are paid at Late Rate. If Parent cancels with less than Cancellation Hours hours' notice, Parent will pay Cancellation Pay.
3. Household Rules
Meals: Meal Rules. Screen time: Screen Time Rules. Bedtime: Bedtime. Visitors at the home are not allowed unless Parent agrees first. Babysitter will not leave the children alone, and will not use alcohol, drugs or anything else that affects their ability to care for them.
4. Driving and Outings
Babysitter may drive the children: Driving Yes or No. If yes, Babysitter must hold a valid license and insurance, and use proper car seats. Outings allowed: Allowed Outings.
5. Emergencies
Babysitter will call 911 first in an emergency, and then Parent. Parent's phone: Parent Phone. Backup contact: Backup Contact Name and Phone. Doctor: Doctor Name and Phone. Any medicine will be given only as Parent directs in writing: Medicine Instructions or None. Parent will leave a signed medical consent if care lasts overnight.
6. Privacy
Babysitter will not share photos of the children or information about the family, including on social media, unless Parent agrees. Parent will tell Babysitter about any cameras in the home: Cameras in the Home.
7. Taxes and Status
Depending on control over the work and the amount paid, Babysitter may be Parent's household employee under federal and state law. If so, Parent is responsible for any required employment taxes and forms, and for overtime pay where it applies. Parent should check this with IRS Publication 926 or a tax professional.
8. Ending the Arrangement
Either party may end this arrangement on Notice Days days' notice, or at once if a child's safety is at risk. Parent will pay for all hours worked.
| Parent | Babysitter |
| --- | --- |
| Signature: Parent Signature | Signature: Babysitter Signature |
| Name: Parent Printed Name | Name: Babysitter Printed Name |
| Date: Parent Signing Date | Date: Babysitter Signing Date |