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.

$20–23/hr
Mission Viejo, CA • 21 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Two Sweet...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 2:30pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for two children, ages toddler and preschool, starting on June 16, 2025, for flexible scheduling. The hours are Monday to Wednesday, from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM. Responsibilities include driving the children, preparing meals and snacks, providing care when they are sick,... More

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$21–25/hr
Corona, CA • 18 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Preschool Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 8:00am

We seek a reliable babysitter for one preschool-aged child. The job starts on June 17, 2025, and runs Monday to Friday from 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM. The babysitter will supervise the child, prepare light breakfast, and ensure their safety and well-being. The role includes driving the child to activities,... More

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$15–20/hr
Irvine, CA • 18 miles away

Nanny/Mom’s Helper for Family in Irvine,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We have 2 girls. One 2-year-old (named Skye) and one 2-week old (named Sadie). You would start off watching only Skye. Once Skye starts school in September 2025, you would transition to watching (who will then be about 4-5 months).

We are looking for somebody flexible, who not only helps watch... More

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$15–20/hr
Irvine, CA • 18 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Toddler: Drive, Meal...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a babysitter for our toddler starting July 14, 2025, with a flexible start date. The schedule includes Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Responsibilities include driving our child, preparing meals and snacks, assisting with toilet training, light housekeeping, light laundry, and... More

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$23–25/hr
Mission Viejo, CA • 22 miles away

Babysitter Needed in Mission Viejo for...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 8:30am (flexible)

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to drop off for two children aged 4 and 7. The schedule starts on June 9, 2025. The work hours are from 7.30 AM to 8:30 AM, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities will be driving both kids to camp/school every morning. The babysitter must have their own car... More

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$15–18/hr
Costa Mesa, CA • 16 miles away

Summer helper needed!

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Fun, easy going, family of four! We’re looking for extra summer time help!

We try to find a win-win with the sitter and find activities they have in common with our girls!

Flexible hours and schedule 2-3 hour shifts!

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$24–28/hr
Montebello, CA • 18 miles away

Part Time sitter for our 5 month old son.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are new parents to our beautiful son Sawyer currently 5 months and growing fast. We both work full time in the city but live just outside LA (Montebello).

We are looking for flexible care during the week (Mon-Fri). Responsibilities would include playing, feeding, diapering, and putting Sawyer... More

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$16–18/hr
Yorba Linda, CA • 4 miles away

Backup Nanny for an year old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for a backup caregiver/nanny for a 15- month old baby boy living in Yorba Linda. We need someone over the holidays, occasional weekends, or on days when daycare is not available.

Job responsibilities-
- Feeding & Meal prep as needed
- Changing diapers and cleaning the baby
-... More

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$26–30/hr
Artesia, CA • 13 miles away

Engaging Babysitter Drives Kids, Cares for...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter for three children, ages preschool and elementary. The position starts on Ausut 2025, with flexible start dates. Work hours are from 1:00 to 5:00 PM every Tuesday and Thursday . Responsibilities include picking up from school and coming back to our home. Helping with... More

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$24–28/hr
Monterey Park, CA • 20 miles away

Morning Help for a Four-Year-Old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a family of three (plus a cat and dog) who need help for 4 mornings per month, plus occasional additional care. Our son, Charlie, is four years old and full of energy. We work full-time and need an extra pair of hands when Dad is traveling.
We need you to make Charlie breakfast, prepare him... More

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$16/hr
Alta Loma, CA • 25 miles away

Part time nanny for one boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are the Reece family Jiraiya is our 7 year old he is a super sweet energetic kid who stays busy.

We are looking for someone who can be at the house and meet him when he gets dropped off from the bus and keep him busy till I’m home from work he may have homework after school

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$20–30/hr
Long Beach, CA • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a sitter that we can hire occasionally to watch our 1.5year old daughter. Start date shown is mostly just a random date that was chosen, actual start will be as needed. We need a sitting that can handle feeding our daughter snacks/meals as needed and handle putting her down for... More

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$23–25/hr
Arcadia, CA • 21 miles away

School Aide for Preschool

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Part-Time School Aide for Sweet 4-Year-Old Girl

We are looking for a reliable school aide to support a sweet 4-year-old girl with mild ADHD at her preschool.

• Child’s Needs: Support with attention, focus, and classroom routines
• Training Provided: You will be trained and supported by a... More

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$22–26/hr
Yorba Linda, CA • 7 miles away

Dog loving part time sitter for two children

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are an active, tight knit family with two children and a dog. Interpersonal relationships and faith come first and we value learning every day.
Looking for someone to pick up from school and provide structured learning activities until parents can be home. Must be comfortable with dog and light... More

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