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.

$13–16/hr
Manteca, CA • 17 miles away

Manteca Sitter Needed

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

In search of afterschool care for our two girls 9 and 12 years old. We are located in Manteca and prefer to have someone close by.

We need someone to pick them up from school, take them to their activities, prepare dinner, help with homework, etc.

This will be 2-3 days a week so please if... More

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$12–20/hr
Modesto, CA • 5 miles away

We have two children that we need a sitter...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/09

6:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

We are a loving and caring family of four, looking for a part time sitter for our two children.

We need a sitter to watch our two children for date nights for me and my wife

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$12–28/hr
Modesto, CA • 3 miles away

Part time sitter needed

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

Just moved to Nor Cal from San Diego. Need help watching the little ones.

Watch 2 toddlers for a few hours a day while wife goes to the gym or catches up on sleep

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$10–14/hr
Modesto, CA • 2 miles away

Part time sitter for one energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 7:30pm

We are a family of 3, also we have a cat ?. My daughter is 1 and my cat is a short hair tabby.
The sister would need to arrive early because we are both working parents that work 10 to 12 hour shifts. I need light house work with keeping things clean and light cooking for my daughter. I will also... More

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$18–22/hr
Modesto, CA • 2 miles away

Part-time sitter Who's good with dealing...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 7:00pm

Family of 5 there's my lady lizette my kids, Elliana ,Ayden, Jaylen and me Joesph. We would truly appreciate the help.Both of us work we are trying to move. we live in a 1 bedroom apartment and it's just getting to hard here.
Give breakfast and lunch and get 5 year old from bus stop. Keep a close... More

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$15–18/hr
Lathrop, CA • 21 miles away

Occasional sitter for two friendly dogs

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Have 2 dogs and 2 cats that need occasional care, all are very friendly.

Take dogs out in the backyard and feed them twice a day, check on cats food and water.

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$15–18/hr
Lathrop, CA • 21 miles away

Occasional sitter needed for one Infant

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of three. Looking for an occasional sitter that can help us look after our little one. Looking for someone who has experience with infants and is child cpr certified.

Feed baby formula and mother’s milk provided. Changed diapers as needed. Play and read to baby. Wash bottles and... More

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$18–19/hr
Waterford, CA • 13 miles away

I just have a 5 year old son

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

M6 mom watches my son on her days off she has a rotation schedule, my step dad has been helping I get off at midnight hours vary between all of us
It depends on the days sometimes he needs homework or cleaning house I will take a in home

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$13–16/hr
Manteca, CA • 17 miles away

Part time sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Jacqueline is a very smart little girl who likes to stay curious and entertained.

Reliable sitter who can be flexible with working schedules. Keep Jacqueline engaged with learning and reading.

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$13–15/hr
Manteca, CA • 17 miles away

Manteca afterschool care for two kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

We are located in Manteca and we have two girls 12 and 9 years old. Looking for someone long term.

Pick up afterschool
Take them to activities with our car
Dinner
Homework help

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$18–24/hr
Ripon, CA • 13 miles away

Special Nanny - full days for a few days a...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

for one happy and active infant, need 3 days a week, varying days week to week, sometimes on a weekend, high need baby, need to be able to lift up to 25 pounds
prepare bottles, wash bottles, feed and change and play with baby, hold baby as needed, carriage rides, outdoor time, light laundry and... More

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$10–11/hr
Modesto, CA • 2 miles away

Part time flexible sitter for a toddler boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a single mother and just need help with my youngest son. I work from home and would be here.
Snacks and feeding, diaper changes, play time, walks and the park. Possibly potty training.
NA

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$18–22/hr
Manteca, CA • 17 miles away

Date Night sitter for energetic toddler...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a young family with a 2 year old and 2 6 month old twins. My wife and I are looking to go out on dates occasionally and are looking for an occasional sitter for our family.
We would need the following:
- kids fed (potential light meal prep i.e. mac and cheese)
- play with the kiddos
- put... More

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$16–17/hr
Turlock, CA • 11 miles away

Long-term Parttime Nanny for two boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30pm - 8:30pm (flexible)

We are a family of 4 with two dogs. We are active with two working parents.

Picking up from preschool at 4:30, helping with snacks, play time, dinner time & bedtime assistance.
Cooking/meal prep plus light tidying/laundry as a part of caring for the child and occasional pet care. Looking for... More

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