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.

$16–25/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 24 miles away

Help wanted for 3month old baby girl :-)

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! My name is Rocky and my Wife is Linda. We are a family of 3 and the proud parents of our infant Mia (she is 3 months). We are caring generous and very loving people. Our house is filled with great vibes and we are in urgent need of extra help :-)

The sitter will be responsible for... More

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$16–19/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 24 miles away

Sitter needed in Glassell Park for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Greetings. Need assistance throughout the day caring for my baby while I (dad) am away on an extended business trip. The job is good for about 4 weeks with the possibility of continuing later on. We are both business executives and have a small apartment in Glassell park. We need help with our baby... More

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$24–28/hr
La Canada Flintridge, CA • 23 miles away

Spend a week as live-in babysitter this...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi there! We are a fun family of 4+1 looking for someone to come take care of our 2 kids and dog this summer. Us parents are doing some travel, and we'd love for you to come stay at our house and watch our 14-year-old son, 12-year-old daughter, and a big goofy dog.
We live in a comfortable house in... More

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$10–30/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 20 miles away

Super cute 2 month old twins in Northeast...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00pm - 7:00am (flexible)

Hi - we are looking for overnight help with our supppper cute 6 week old newborn twins. We are lucky that they both can sleep up to 4-5 hrs at a time but it is not always overnight although we are working on it! We’re looking for someone with newborn & experience with multiples. We need help because... More

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$15–18/hr
Arcadia, CA • 13 miles away

PART TIME SITTER FOR AN ADVENTUROUS TODDLER

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

We are a small family of three. My husband and I have a lovely 18 month old who loves to explore.

Watch our toddler
Laundry
Prepare snacks/meals
Pick up from day care on certain days.

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$15–25/hr
Anaheim, CA • 17 miles away

Part time babysitter

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/23

2:00pm - 9:00pm (flexible)

Looking for experienced caregivers for my two boys age 3 and 5. Being able to drive them from school is a plus.

Able to create fun play time, take them to park, give them food and snacks, follow instructions, give updates from boys

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$23–27/hr
Altadena, CA • 19 miles away

One time help with two kids while in town...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/18

8:30am - 3:30pm

We are in town for a wedding and dad needs help while mom is doing wedding festivities. Two kids - 3 year old boy (4 in july) and 1 year old girl.
Help dad with kids- activities with kids- maybe going to a park or playspace.

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$21–25/hr
Corona, CA • 21 miles away

Overnight Nanny for 2 Preschoolers for 1...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/03 - 06/04

6:00am - 6:00am

We have 2 toddlers who are smart and play well together. They attend a preschool program during the day.
I am travelling for a couple days for work and need nanny help on Saturday June 1 including overnight Saturday night, all day Sunday and return home on Monday June 3 in late evening.

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

Part time sitter for toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

We are a family of three and our daughter is 18 months old. We also have cats so if you have a cat allergy it might not be the best fit.
We are looking for someone to spend time with our daughter at the house, playing, reading, making snacks and doing art projects. One of us works from home so... More

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$16–20/hr
Whittier, CA • 14 miles away

Early Morning Care and School Drop Off and...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 8:00am

We are divorced but live within 2 minutes of each other. We have 3 sweet kids and we are looking for a friendly and reliable nanny.
We need someone to help with early morning care and school drop off from 5-8am and then after school pickup from 1:30/2:30-3:30pm.

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$10–20/hr
Ontario, CA • 12 miles away

Part-time sitter needed for angelic baby...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 5:30pm

We are a small family of 3. My son is 16 weeks. He is very sweet & sleepy boy. He mostly naps but loves cuddles & demands them from time to time. I have 2 small dogs...both sweet. They simply need to be taken to go bathroom occasionally as well, & that's it.

Sitter must be able to prep bottle for... More

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$20/hr
Placentia, CA • 15 miles away

Mon-Fri Sitter (5hr 30mins)for Baby

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

First time parents looking to find a sitter for a child under one. We both work in healthcare and want to find a sitter with an outgoing personality and responsibility.

We want you to be comfortable around dogs as we have a husky. No need to walk/feed or take him out just comfortable enough so he... More

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$14–17/hr
Rancho Cucamonga, CA • 14 miles away

Date Night Sitter * needed for 1 child -...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a single mother,I am in need of a sitter for date nights only.Must have own car and transportation, I have 3 children, 2 at home, one is 18 and has her own life, and a 9-year-old son who is the one I need the care for.
Just spend time with the 9-year-old. Make is comfortable with games, fun... More

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$20–27/hr
Eagle Rock, CA • 22 miles away

Responsible, Fun Babysitter With Car...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

Seeking a fantastic babysitter who drives for our two elementary school aged children (daughter is 11 and son is 12 years old). Responsibilities would be picking them up from their school in Hollywood, bringing them home to our house in Eagle Rock, assisting with homework and light meal prep. Those... More

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Why are babysitters taxes important?

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How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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