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.

$10–15/hr
Sarasota, FL • 19 miles away

Part-Time sitter For Two Grade School...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We Are Looking For A Great,Loving, Caring & Kind Person For 2 Children
Monday Through Thursday drop off and pickUp My Son From Summer School.
My Work Schedule Varies

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$20–40/hr
Venice, FL • 1 mile away

Sitter for 5 Cousins

5+ children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/01

5:00pm - 11:00pm

Family in town and need sitter for a 13, 12 and 3 ten year old cousins.
Monitor kids. They are mostly self sufficient so not a lot of work just need to provide adult supervision.

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$19–23/hr
Englewood, FL • 3 miles away

Part Time sitter for two little Girls when...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Small family who looking for someone loving caring and patient to help out when mom & dad are busy.

Caring for our children as if they were your own. Feeding, making sure they are safe and cared for while we are away. We have two fun,loving little girls.

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$20–24/hr
Sarasota, FL • 20 miles away

Date Night Sitter for 3kids under 7

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi, We are a fun, Christian, Energetic family. We have 5 year old twin boys and a 6 year old Daughter.
We are looking to add to our sitter profile of sitters for date nights one-three nights a month.
Typical sitter times we would need Friday,Saturday or Sunday 5pm-10pm anywhere in that time frame.... More

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$10–20/hr
Sarasota, FL • 24 miles away

Immediate Care

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

It is just myself and my daughter and I am starting work this week I will need help watching her during this time

Watch my daughter during my orientation time. Times can vary but I will compensate for the whole duration requested.

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$15–21/hr
Sarasota, FL • 17 miles away

Part time sitter for newborn baby boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My husband and I just welcomed our baby boy into the world in May, and starting around August there will be a couple days a week we'll both have to go into work and wont be able to bring baby Ezra with us. By the time you are helping out with him he'll be 3+ months so newborn experienceis necessary.... More

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$10–20/hr
Sarasota, FL • 19 miles away

Part time sitter needed for 6 yr old and 20mo

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello, we have two little girls , 6 and 20 months and also golden doodle dog.

We are looking for an in-home sitter so we can have date days or nights 2-3 times a month.

Southgate Sarasota- centrally located.

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$13–17/hr
Sarasota, FL • 15 miles away

Part time sitter for one baby

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30pm - 10:30pm

I have one daughter I'm a single mom and I work 2-3 hours a night. My daughter is 3 months old
Feed, change and watch my daughter. Put her to sleep when she's tired .

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$18–22/hr
Port Charlotte, FL • 13 miles away

Occasional sitter for two loving boys

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Fun and small family. We love to laugh and play. Have two boys and two dogs, tons of space to play.
Help when we have extra work, picking them up from school. We want to go out more on dates.

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$12–17/hr
Punta Gorda, FL • 24 miles away

Childcare Provider/Household Assistant...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

Hi,
I have three children the oldest girl is 12, I have a 8 year old son and a 6 year old daughter. They are very independent and do their own thing but will need help with homework after school.
Responsibilities:
- Arrive at 6:30 a.m. and prepare breakfast for the kid's eggs or cereal and toast
-... More

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$25–31/hr
Sarasota, FL • 19 miles away

Part-time sitter for a toddler and infant

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 1:00pm

Hi! My husband and I have two boys, 25 mo and 2 mo. We are looking for help 1 day a week, and the day may alternate from Mondays to Tuesdays.
Spend time and watch the kids. We don't use screens or TV, so we play and read to spend time with our toddler. My husband works from home so he'll be in... More

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$16–20/hr
North Port, FL • 10 miles away

Infant summer daytime help + occasional...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! My husband Chris and I recently welcomed our son Cyrus into the world, and we're looking to get to know some great sitters in our area. I will be transitioning back to work in mid-June, but little man doesn't start daycare until August 12th, so we're looking for help during that period of time,... More

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$17–24/hr
Sarasota, FL • 19 miles away

Niñera a tiempo parcial para doa niños de...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Somos una familia unida y mis hijos hablan español e ingles, nos gusta llevar una vida saludable
Jugar, enseñanza, preparas alimentoa simples, preparar para la hora de dormir

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$15–18/hr
Bradenton, FL • 24 miles away

Visiting grandma! Sitter needed for...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have two adorable and playful 19 month old twins and a very curious four-year-old. all boys so lots of energy! We are coming to visit grandmother and are looking for a babysitter to help out so the grown-ups can have some time to visit.

Responsibilities include diaper changes, helping to feed... More

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