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.

$12–15/hr
Petaluma, CA • 24 miles away

Overnight sitter for mature 12 year old...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/10 - 06/11

10:30am - 10:30am

We are two parents with one mature 12 year old daughter and one well behaved dog.

Be present. Hang out. Talk. Help to make dinner and clean up. Pet the dog. Spend the night in the guest room.

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$15–30/hr
Napa, CA • 22 miles away

Daily sitter to help with pickup and after...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Assistance with picking up the boys from school and providing them with snack, entertainment, attention and care until dinner time. Potential for extended and weekend hours quite regularly which may include Bedtime. Boys are 5.5 and 4 years old, love to be outside, listen to music, dance, play... More

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$15–25/hr
Santa Rosa, CA • 9 miles away

Babysitter wanted on MONDAY

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm

We are losing are lovely nanny after the summer and need someone to start the beginning of August. We need a nanny on Mondays. The shift will be 8am until anywhere between 3-5pm. My daughter will be 11 months old.

We would like someone yo come to our home in Rincon Valley to watch our... More

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$25–35/hr
Sebastopol, CA • 19 miles away

One time sitter required for 3 toddlers...

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/22

1:00pm - 11:00pm

Hi there,
We have three girl toddlers (2, 2 and 15 months) between three families and we need a sitter to assist while we are attending a day and night wedding in Sebastopol on Saturday 22nd July. Expected hours are 1pm - 11pm. The house is a 5 minute walk from the wedding venue if there are any... More

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$15–18/hr
Penngrove, CA • 19 miles away

Part time sitter for two energetic boys!

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello we’re new to the area and looking for an occasional date night baby sitter

Really just play safely have some fun and put the babies down for bed :)

Please text if you’re interested !

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$15–18/hr
Penngrove, CA • 19 miles away

Part time sitter for two energetic boys

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello we’re new to the area :)
Looking to have a consistent baby sitter so we can have date nights!

Probably bed time routine and play time
Must be comfortable with dogs and cats and bunnies — ( preferably no allergies to animals ) even though we’ll likely have them secured so we don’t have to... More

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$15–30/hr
Santa Rosa, CA • 11 miles away

Part-time sitter for our lovely, energetic...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

Looking for after-school care, with father also at home to help out as need be until mother (dentist) comes back home. Easy going, young family looking to build longer-term relationship with a care provider that we could look to expand responsibilities/hours with time.

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$15–28/hr
Santa Rosa, CA • 12 miles away

Evening sitter for two boys, 3&5

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 10:30pm

I have two boys 3 and 4. My youngest is non verbal and mildly autistic and the sweetest and most fun. He’s a very easy little guy. He’s content with a good snack and a dinosaur to play with. My oldest is about to turn 5 in September. He’s a goofy, smart and happy little boy that’s loves building... More

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$17–20/hr
Petaluma, CA • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter for 3 girls

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 11:30am (flexible)

Seeking a fun, part-time sitter for my 3 kids. In august, my oldest will go back to school so it will be just the 2 year old and 1 year old. I will pay you the same for 2 as I do for 3:). We live in West Petaluma and I woke from home, but have meetings on the days where I am needing childcare. Can’t... More

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$20–40/hr
Petaluma, CA • 24 miles away

Babysitter for a wedding

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/10

5:00pm - 11:00pm

Hi, we are a family of three, Mom, Dad, and 2 year old Elena. We need someone to watch our daughter while we attend a wedding on Friday and Saturday night 6/9-6/10. Our daughter will be asleep most of the time, so we just need someone to make sure she is ok and call us if anything comes up. Thanks!

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$35–40/hr
Petaluma, CA • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter for baby boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 7:00pm (flexible)

We're seeking a vaccinated babysitter for our newborn son, requiring assistance on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 am to 7 pm. Responsibilities include feeding, diaper changing, and providing attentive care throughout the day.

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$15–19/hr
Vineburg, CA • 24 miles away

Regular sitter for one infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 10:30pm (flexible)

Returning to work soon and need regular and reliable evening sitter. I will start slow with work schedule but need someone available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evening

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$15–18/hr
Vineburg, CA • 24 miles away

Professional Childcare Providers Needed...

5+ children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/17

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Seeking experienced childcare providers for an alumni event in Sonoma on Aug 26th and Aug 27th for atleast 4 hours each day. Responsibilities include supervising children, organizing activities, ensuring safety, and providing snacks.

Requirements:

2+ years childcare experience
CPR & First Aid... More

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$20–30/hr
Santa Rosa, CA • 14 miles away

ISO a one time sitter in Santa Rosa area...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/17

5:30pm - 11:30pm

Hi! We are looking for a one time babysitter on June 24, 2023 (not June 17, as listed above) for our daughter Naomi, who will be 18 months at that time. My sister is getting married and Naomi’s the flower girl but she’s not going to last all night and we’ll need someone to transport her from the... More

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