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.

$10–11/hr
Rialto, CA • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter for a relaxed infant

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I’m a young mother along side a young father that both work long hours and would like an extra had from time to time. We would like to pick up extra hours at work which is the reason for the need of a baby sitter.

I have a son that is 16 weeks. He is extremely calm all he does is drink a bottle and... More

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$10–11/hr
Rialto, CA • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter for relaxed infant

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a son that is 16 weeks. He is extremely calm all he does is drink a bottle and go to sleep and watch tv. There would be you regular diaper changes and tummy time and occasional crying.

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$10–22/hr
Hesperia, CA • Less than a mile

Some days when needed baby sitter for my 2...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi we have a family of 3 it’s Emily and zackery and hunter is turning 2

Just watching him and feeding him and I’m trynaa potty train him also. I’ll either leave money for food for Ill make some food for dinner if needed or you can he not picking

My house or u can take him to the parks and store

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$10–18/hr
Highland, CA • 21 miles away

Weekend baby sitter

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/06 - 07/07

8:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

Hi I’m a father to one seven year old boy, he is very energetic and always loves to laugh .

I would really like someone who can assist with childcare when my son and I take long trips.

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$20–21/hr
Rancho Cucamonga, CA • 24 miles away

Morning sitter needed for a few days for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Brandon is 7 years old. Mom will be present but resting as she is pregnant.
Meal prep, kid activities and light cleaning in small apt mostly the kitchen area
9am - noon for 4 or 5 days starting around 17th or 18th.

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$19–23/hr
Fontana, CA • 21 miles away

Sitter needed 1 day a week for 3 y/o & 9 m/o

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 2:00pm

Hello! We are a family of four who are moving to the Fontana area soon! I am a nurse working in the NICU and my husband works for Socal Edison. We have 2 girls who are 3 y/o and 9 m/o Our 3 y/o daughter is definitely in her threenager era, but overall she's just a kind soul who loves caring for... More

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$14–22/hr
Phelan, CA • 14 miles away

Part time sitter needed for two children

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

In need of a sitter to occasionally sit on weekends for 2 children.

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$19–23/hr
San Bernardino, CA • 15 miles away

Part time Sitter for 6 and 2 year old

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 8:00pm

We are a busy family of 4 looking to get some assistance from 5pm to 7:30 when we are our busiest. We have a boy and a girl that need a little attention and bedtime prep
Watch our two kids and get them ready for bed. Maybe some light housekeeping
We are located in a community called Rosena Ranch in... More

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$20–24/hr
Fontana, CA • 21 miles away

Energetic, fun loving sitter needed for...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have 2 fun loving girls who love gaming and jumping around and being creative with drawing, arts and crafts.

Looking for an occasional sitter for the family and someone who would love to work with kids additionally within my business The Pamper Glamper on a Kids Spa Party Bus. Needing someone... More

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$20–24/hr
Rancho Cucamonga, CA • 24 miles away

Regular sitter for Newborn & Kindergarten...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a regular sitter for weekend date nights and events to care for our 5 year old and Newborn. We have events occasionally but might also call upon sitting services for our Newborn for a few hours, a couple of days during the week.
Our sitter will need to care for our 5 year old... More

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$19–25/hr
San Bernardino, CA • 23 miles away

Needing an occasional evening sitter for...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Small busy family looking for a great caring sitter to support our irregular schedules and wonderful family.

Occasional wake up and morning routine, then drive to daycare.

Occasional pickup from daycare and take home.

Some after-school care and occasional evenings, may ask for night... More

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$18–21/hr
Victorville, CA • 6 miles away

Two quirky and easygoing toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:30am - 7:30pm (flexible)

Two boys, very friendly and love Bluey, Blippi, and Cánticos. They love to make each other and others laugh and dance parties

Change diapers as needed, motivate and give light push to the oldies for potty training. Meals for kiddos, I will meal prep and sitter would just have to warm up and serve.

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$10–15/hr
Hesperia, CA • Less than a mile

Part time sitter for one toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

3x a week 5 hours wed to Friday

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$13–18/hr
Fontana, CA • 21 miles away

Short term sitter (3 month approx) for 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We have a 14 years girl and (almost) 2 year old twin girls. One small cat that mostly stays upstairs

This position is for care for our twin girls - breakfast, lunch. Learning, play and we are starting potty training. We are prepping them for daycare, which we are hoping to start potty trained in... More

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