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.

$13–18/hr
Angelus Oaks, CA • 12 miles away

Flexible Babysitter as needed

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello my name is Ashley. I’m looking for an amazing baby sitter for my daughter Arabelle she just turned 3 in may. I recently broke my leg in April and is still recovering. I need help with watching her while I go to physical therapy which will be about 2 hours. I will need help about 2-3 times out... More

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$21–25/hr
Loma Linda, CA • 24 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a caring babysitter for our two children, aged toddler and elementary. The position starts on June 20, 2025, with a flexible start date. Responsibilities include supervising and engaging with the children, preparing meals and snacks, ensuring bedtime routines, and managing light housekeeping... More

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$21–25/hr
San Bernardino, CA • 24 miles away

Babysitter needed for two children, drives...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 8:30am (flexible)

We are seeking a babysitter to care for two children aged preschool and elementary. The job starts on July 6, 2025, with a flexible start date. You will work Sunday through Wednesday from 6:30 AM to 8:00 AM. Responsibilities include driving the children to activities and ensuring their safety and... More

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$19–25/hr
Forest Falls, CA • 15 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Elementary...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00am - 6:00pm (flexible)

We seek a responsible babysitter for one elementary-aged child, starting on July 28, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Monday through Friday. The babysitter drives the child home from school, to activities, prepares meals and snacks, performs light housekeeping,... More

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$18–20/hr
Loma Linda, CA • 24 miles away

Part Time Sitter for Playful 19 Month Old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

My husband and I work from home in Loma Linda. Our son is 19 months old and we have 2 rescue dogs.

We need a sitter to come Thurs & Fri from 9-5. We are flexible with days and can be a little flexible with hours.

We need a sitter who loves toddlers and loves playing. We need someone to make him... More

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$18–22/hr
Highland, CA • 19 miles away

Part time sitter for two babies ?

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a Family of 4 and would love someone responsible and open to have patience with our loving son & daughter.

Late night snacks, put Babys to sleep we also need help around the house and for sitters to diaper change.

We are open to sat and sun in the evening due to us having date nights.

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$16/hr
Redlands, CA • 21 miles away

need sitter for toddler on 6/5 from 7am-1pm

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a caring babysitter starting June 5, 2025, 7am-12:30pm for our toddler. The sitter engages the child in age-appropriate activities and provides a safe, nurturing environment. Daily tasks include changing diaper. Formula, food, and snacks are ready. The sitter supervises playtime, reads... More

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$19–23/hr
Banning, CA • 22 miles away

Part-time driver/transporter needed for 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Hi! We’re the Wright Family! We’re in search of someone dependable and reliable for transporting our children Monday-Friday.

We would need our children picked up from school in San Jacinto, CA, and school in Hemet, CA to be transported to Lake Elsinore 5 days a week in the evening time from... More

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$20–30/hr
Big Bear City, CA • 3 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Two 6yo...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are seeking a reliable babysitter for our two 6yo girls. The job starts on June 4, 2025, with flexibility for the start date. We don't have any rigid plans but would like a babysitter 3 to 5 weekdays per week from in the month of June. The hours are roughly from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday... More

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$21–24/hr
Beaumont, CA • 21 miles away

Respite caregiver to twins

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello, I am looking for two female caregivers for each one of my 9 year old twin daughters with special needs. I am looking for a positive, energetic, kind, supportive, caregiver (preferably with ABA experience) willing to be hired into our respite program

The role includes:
-supporting... More

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$22–26/hr
San Bernardino, CA • 22 miles away

Drive and Care for One Middle School...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I seek a reliable babysitter for one middle school child, starting on August 4, the schedule is minimal from Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to take child to school. Sometimes may need you in afternoon to pick child up from school. A valid driver's license and personal car are required for driving the... More

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$21–25/hr
Loma Linda, CA • 24 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Toddler on Thursdays,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 3:30pm

We seek a responsible babysitter for our toddler. The job starts on May 29, 2025, every Thursday from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM. The sitter must have their own car and arrive on time. Responsibilities include engaging with our child in play and educational activities, preparing healthy meals and snacks,... More

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$21–25/hr
Blue Jay, CA • 18 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Evening Care of One...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/14

4:30pm - 11:30pm (flexible)

We seek a responsible babysitter for one elementary-aged child for some evenings during the week of 7/13 - 7/19. We will be staying at the Bruin Woods UCLA Lake Arrowhead Retreat. Babysitter will be in charge of bedtime and stay in the cabin until parents return later in the evening. Experience... More

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$21–38/hr
Blue Jay, CA • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/19 - 07/20

3:00pm - 1:00am

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for three children, ages preschool to elementary. The job starts on July 19, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 1:30 AM. The babysitter prepares meals and snacks and oversees bedtime routines. The candidate must have their own car for transportation needs. The role includes... More

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