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
Eagle Lake, FL • 15 miles away

Winter Haven, FL Church Needs Help in...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

Winter Haven, FL Church Needs Help in Nursery!
Wednesdays: 6:30-9:00pm (paid for 3 hours)
Paying $17/hr
To book this job, create a profile at https://SitterTree.com

SitterTree is a child care app that connects sitters with child care jobs with families and churches paying $17-$25+/hr, plus... More

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$17–21/hr
Winter Haven, FL • 11 miles away

New to the area and need care for 3 children

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 7:00pm

Have 2 beautiful daughters and a son. New to the area and are looking for long term care.
Care for my children while dad and I work. Love and care for them like your own.

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$10–15/hr
Auburndale, FL • 20 miles away

Part-Time Sitter for a Spunky Four Moth Old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My name is Frances and I have a spunky 4-month-old named CJ! I also have a dog named Finn who is very loving. My fiance works long distance so most of the time it is just me and the baby. I work a part-time job to make some extra money, so on those days, he will need care.
Simply take care of him... More

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$15–16/hr
Lake Hamilton, FL • 11 miles away

In Home Child Care - We Work Virtually at...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

3 year old girl - full of energy and loves to do crafts and learn. 8-Year-old boy who is pretty self-contained but would like him to be engaged some for crafts and learning as well at times.

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$16–18/hr
Davenport, FL • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter for a toddler and an...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 6:00pm

Hello. We are looking for a sitter for 2 little ones. Our daughter Viktoria is 5 and she is autistic, she is partially potty trained but still need a little help,our son is 3 and not potty trained yet. We just need someone to watch them and entertain them while we are both working.
Making sure... More

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$10–14/hr
Davenport, FL • 21 miles away

full time sitter for an energetic 10 month...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 5:30pm

a family of 3, new to the area of davenport. me & my husband both work full time. trying to find someone trustworthy to be with our daughter.

i need the sitter to do regular day to day activities with our 10 month old. feed her, play with her, put her to bed for her naps.

we work... More

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$18–20/hr
Saint Cloud, FL • 24 miles away

Three Times A Week Nanny

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

Looking for a nanny to help my wife while I’m at work. We have a 2 year old toddler and a 2 month old baby.
Help my wife throughout the day. Rotate with either taking care of the baby or toddler.
Schedule is Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9-5 with a 1:30-2:30/3 lunch break (toddlers nap time)

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$18–25/hr
Loughman, FL • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter for an incredibly sweet...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My family just moved to the Orlando are and have been looking for a regular sitter to help take care of our soon to be 18 month old baby girl. My wife and I both work from home, but could use an extra hand keeping her entertained, feeding her etc.
Mostly just play with her, read with her, feed her... More

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$16–19/hr
Davenport, FL • 21 miles away

Part time sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for a sitter for Tuesday and Wednesdays. My mom works until 6:30 pm and I have to be at my job in Orlando by 6. It’ll only be a couple hours until she’s home around 7 depending on traffic.

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$15–17/hr
Lake Hamilton, FL • 11 miles away

Part time sitter for 6 year old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello my name is Michelle I am a single mother to my 6 year old boy his name is Mareon.
If possible to do live out because I do not live alone and could not host but he’s a pretty easy kid.
Date nights, looking to seek a second job soin the future would need help with childcare more than just date... More

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$15–18/hr
Davenport, FL • 21 miles away

Babysitter as needed to a wonderful little...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family of three but living with close family and have two dogs and a cat we are very nice and kind

Tend to child change diapers give him naps and meals and try something fun

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$20–28/hr
Auburndale, FL • 20 miles away

Weekend sitter for toddler and middle...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family of 4. Happy energetic children. Need care on the weekends for our 18 month old and 11 year old.
Mainly care for our 18month old. Feeding, playing and putting to bed. Willing to stay overnight if possible. Also ok caring for medium size dog and performing light household duties.

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$10–15/hr
Kissimmee, FL • 21 miles away

Sitter For 1 Infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 4:30pm

We are a family of 3. Both parents working from home and need help with our baby.
Follow our set routine of feeding, changing and playing with our baby. Also assist with nap time. Only duties would be child related.
Kissimmee FL, only Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9:30am to 4:30pm

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$12–17/hr
Davenport, FL • 21 miles away

Help needed for 4 year old who is smart...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Family of four but one child won’t be home most of the time. Will need help after school basically and until a parent is home.

Pick up kid from school, eat with her and help get ready for bed. Sometimes for date nights as well

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