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.

$25–29/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 18 miles away

Afternoon caregiver for 2 awesome boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

We are a family of four in Cheviot Hills looking for someone who enjoys kids and helping out around the home.

We would appreciate someone who does not mind driving to pick up our kids in Santa Monica, bringing them home to Cheviot Hills, preparing them a snack, spending time with them as needed... More

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$15–30/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 13 miles away

Babysitter 2 hours a day, for 5 months old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 12:30pm

We are from Uruguay, we have 2 children, Siena is 3 years old and Francisco is 5 months old. We speak spanish, english and italian
We need a person to take care of our baby in the morning.
We could start with 2 hours, which is his awake window in the morning, and transition to a longer time once... More

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$15–18/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 15 miles away

Occasional sitter needed for 11 year-old...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Sitter needed on occasion - late afternoon or evening for an intelligent, engaging, polite and independent 11 year-old. We're looking forward to meeting you!

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$21–25/hr
Azusa, CA • 22 miles away

Part-time or Full-Time Sitter Needed for...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! We are a family of four: a mom, a dad, and our two boys, ages 3 months and 2 years. We're currently seeking a caring and reliable nanny to join us either part-time or full-time. If you have experience with young children and are interested in helping us create a loving and nurturing... More

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$24–28/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 16 miles away

Part time sitter for 5 & 7 year old

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

Looking for a weekly babysitter to work Tuesday 2-830 and weds and thurs 2-6. This is for 2 children ages 7 and 5

We are located in castle heights, close to Culver City, in zip code 90034. A minimum of 5 years clean driving record is required if not our auto insurance will not cover you. You... More

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$20–30/hr
Long Beach, CA • 9 miles away

Part time sitter for a one year old.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello. We are a family of educators looking for someone to be patient and caring with our daughter.

We would like support with bedtime on evenings we have date night that’s all

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$25/hr
Hermosa Beach, CA • 14 miles away

Part-time sitter for two-year old and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are seeking an experienced, engaging, patient and reliable individual to help care for our energetic and adorable little boys on some weekends/evenings and occasional full days. The ideal candidate should have previous experience working with infants and toddlers, be CPR certified, and have a... More

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$25/hr
Hermosa Beach, CA • 14 miles away

After-School Sitter + Mother's Helper for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We're looking for an after-school nanny in Hermosa Beach for our imaginative, playful, gentle 3.5yo daughter who loves creative activities! Seeking someone nurturing and reliable to support our family team. We need someone 10+ hrs/wk: Mon-Fri 4-6pm at a minimum, flexible for more (i.e. date night,... More

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$23–25/hr
Anaheim, CA • 22 miles away

After School care two boys, ages 12 and 4,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am (flexible)

Widow Mom in Anaheim Hills, Need after school care, Monday thru Friday for two sweet boys ages 12 and 4.

After school pick up (2 different locations).
May include homework help (may hire tutor if needed). Prepare meals /snacks. Oversee chores.
Run errands /drop off/pick up for after school... More

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$10/hr
Orange, CA • 19 miles away

Baby coming March 2025 (Need help start...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 10:00am (flexible)

My husband and living in old town Orange
Having a baby I’m March 2025
Looking for some to watch my baby,
while I go back go back to work full time 7:30am-5pm after maternity leave
I will work right up the street
We have a German Shepherd service animal

Need sitter to care for my... More

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$17–25/hr
San Pedro, CA • 13 miles away

Part-time sitter for inquisitive toddler boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I'm a single working parent that needs help from a sitter to help with school pick up’s or drop off or the occasional short evening/dinner out.

Would like someone who can travel to my home and pick up from local elementary and drive about a mile.

Our home is kid friendly and my son is very... More

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$25–30/hr
Venice, CA • 19 miles away

Weekend sitter for an energetic 3 year old...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

Hello! We are a soon to be family of 4: Mom, Dad, 3 year old boy and newborn (expecting end of September). We have a fenced in backyard with toys, splash pad, water table and swing set. We don't smoke or have any pets.

We are looking for consistent weekend help for 4-5 hours every Saturday or... More

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$20–30/hr
Irvine, CA • 24 miles away

Tutor needed for two girls

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Single dad with two sweet girls looking for after school help and tutoring

Need help picking up the girls from school, getting homework done, and tutoring in additional subjects.

Someone who speaks Spanish please!

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$20–24/hr
Pomona, CA • 25 miles away

Part Time sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Meet Audrey(5) & Juliette(newborn) they are both great and are social; shy at first but will open up

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