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.

$26–30/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 3 miles away

Responsible help needed to drive 12 yr old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am (flexible)

We need a driver for one middle school child, starting asap. The schedule is
- Monday through Friday, pick up at 8.30am (Westwood) and drop off by 9 am (Santa Monica) &
- Monday through Thursday, pick up at 3pm (Santa Monica) and drop off in Westwood.

Must have own car (safe, reliable &... More

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$25–29/hr
Gardena, CA • 16 miles away

Occasional weekday nanny for our active 2...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Our 2 year old, Fitz, is an active kiddo who loves trucks, dancing and Disney! We would love to find a part-time occasional nanny who is playful, silly and into dancing! We also have Disney magic keys so it would be great to find someone who also has keys and is able to join us at Disney from time... More

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$25/hr
Encino, CA • 6 miles away

Part-time sitter after school for 2 kids...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30pm - 7:30pm (flexible)

Hi! We are a family of 4 located in Encino, CA looking for help when our kids get off of school.

Prepare food and feed kids, change into pajamas, play, read, put to bed some nights, clean up after their meals.

I’m flexible on the schedule, just need extra help when the kids get off of school... More

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$20/hr
Porter Ranch, CA • 14 miles away

Part time sitter for 2 adorable babies!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I have 2 adorable girls, 1 year old and 2 year old. They’re well behaved and utter sweethearts but since they’re 14 months apart we just need some extra support

I am really looking for someone in the evenings a few days per week from 4-7pm to help put clean laundry back into our closet, tidy up... More

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$18–25/hr
Santa Monica, CA • 4 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for School...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

I am looking for a reliable babysitter for my 6 year old son to work mainly on Wednesdays 4:30pm-5:30pm and later Thursday, and Friday (4:15pm-6:00pm)

The sitter will ensure my child is safe and engaged during this time. Responsibilities include picking up from YMCA, driving to activities and... More

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$10–22/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 16 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for 3m Infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am

We need a babysitter for our 3m infant starting on February 17, 2025, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday. The sitter is responsible for caring for our child, including feeding, changing diapers, engaging in age-appropriate activities, and washing/prepping bottles. We have cats that are... More

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$22–25/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 3 miles away

Part-Time Family Assistant for a Family of 5

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

We are a warm and loving family of five living on the westside, looking for a kind, reliable, and organized family assistant to become a valued part of our home. If you love working with families and creating a warm, supportive environment, we’d love to meet you!

1. Help prepare dinner for the... More

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$25–29/hr
El Segundo, CA • 12 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 04/08

8:30am - 6:30pm

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for our preschool child on April 8, 2025, from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM and April 9th 2025, from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. The babysitter assists with daily activities, engages our child in play, and ensures a safe environment. Experience with special needs is required. The... More

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$20–30/hr
Beverly Hills, CA • 4 miles away

Need experienced occasional babysitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for an reliable, responsible, and calm occasional babysitter with infant/toddler experience for our 1 year old. Must be comfortable with golden retrievers and must be vaccinated.

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$21–25/hr
Studio City, CA • 7 miles away

School pickups - from Studio City &...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

We have two daughters, one in middle school (6th grade) and one in high school (9th grade).

My wife and I work in web design and music.
We need help primarily with driving our kids to and from school, plus some other activities as well from time to time.

WHERE DO YOU LIVE?
It's important to... More

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$19–22/hr
Santa Clarita, CA • 23 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Three Young...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

We are looking for a babysitter to care for three children, ages preschool and toddler, one of them with special needs. The schedule is flexible but begins on January 20, 2025. Hours are 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, preparing meals and snacks,... More

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$20–27/hr
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA • 22 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Cute 6 Month Old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are two working professional parents looking for regular help with our 6 month old baby boy.

Simple schedule to include tummy time, feeding of bottle, changing of diaper and naps.

We also please ask the apartment is kept tidy when there by keeping the bottles organized and cleaning up... More

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$25–31/hr
Redondo Beach, CA • 16 miles away

Part time sitter for 3 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family works from home but needs extra help with 3 year old during the day

Feed child, read, teach numbers, and letters, practice writing, playing, painting, potty / diapers

8:30 am - 4:30 pm

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$18–23/hr
Hermosa Beach, CA • 15 miles away

"Experienced Nanny Needed for Fun,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a lively and energetic family of three. My husband is Italian-Egyptian and has a hectic and sometimes unpredictable work schedule. I am fluent in Spanish and work at the office daily from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. We are seeking a reliable and caring nanny to assist with our daughter's afternoon... More

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