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.

$17–21/hr
West Hills, CA • 14 miles away

Part-time nanny starting April

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Baby is arriving in April and we're looking for support for when I need a few hours for work or errands.
Care for and feed the baby, light housekeeping, light laundry. Still browsing at the moment.

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$20–28/hr
Pasadena, CA • 20 miles away

Occasional sitter for a 2yo girl

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We’re Alex and Justin, our 2yo daughter is Louise (Lou), and we have a large but chill dog (Chedi) and a cat (Puddle). Lou is a fun, kind, active toddler. She’s currently into Brown Bear Brown Bear and other books, the minions movies, running, and MagnaTiles. She is verbal enough to communicate... More

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$25–32/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 17 miles away

Part Time Sitter/Nanny for Infant Girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

Hi, I am a mom to an 8mo. I am currently working from home part time and need help starting with 1 day a week.
Looking for a nanny/ sitter to play with my daughter while i get some work done. I would love if you could take baby to the park a few blocks away. Korean speaking is a big plus but not... More

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$10–26/hr
Arcadia, CA • 24 miles away

part-time tutor

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 5:00pm

We’re a close-knit family of five with a strong focus on education, culture, and community. We have three children who are active in music, sports, and academics, with interests ranging from baseball and swimming to creative writing and art. Our family values respect, kindness, and learning, and we... More

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$14–27/hr
Arcadia, CA • 24 miles away

part-time sitter for elementary kids

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

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$25–29/hr
Culver City, CA • 20 miles away

Part time care for a 6 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We would like occasional help while we work from home. At least one of us will be home at all times as well, will be busy doing other things, but available to answer questions. If it works out well, we may hire on for more regular help.

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$20–25/hr
Beverly Hills, CA • 16 miles away

Play, Read, and Tuck In – Seeking Caring...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We're a warm and friendly family of 3: Mom, Dad, our soon-to-be three-year-old daughter, and a 4yo mini Bernedoodle. Our daughter is a happy child with a love for all things pink, princesses, and Bluey. She adores role-playing and often likes to be "the mom". She’s potty trained, sleeps in her own... More

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$20–29/hr
North Hills, CA • 4 miles away

Part Time sitter for one boy energetic...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Both parents are working RN's; extended family living sometimes with grand parents
Sitter needs to take care of a 2 yr old boy; Needed to be fed, bathe and play with like as all toddler usually does

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$22–27/hr
Glendale, CA • 15 miles away

Part-time sitter for two awesome kids,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

Hello. I am the co-parent of two children, ages 2.5 and 5.5 years.My girl is in preschool and the boy is in kindergarden.
The sitter needs to heat up their meal, distract them with activities, transport them to the park or other activities, play with them and do child-related tasks while I am... More

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$20–29/hr
Westchester, CA • 23 miles away

Afternoon sitter for a 3yr old and 5yr old

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We have a 3 year old girl and 5 year old boy who are happy and love to do arts and crafts, run around, play games and help cook. We also have a frenchie who likes attention but sleeps most of the time. We are hoping to find someone that we think of as a part of the family!
We need someone to pick... More

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$20–30/hr
Century City, CA • 16 miles away

Weekday (M-W) Part-Time Nanny - Beverly...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 1:30am (flexible)

We are a friendly family in Beverly Hills / Century City area looking for a nanny for 3 children (2 middle school and 1 pre-school).
Seeking someone who is dependable, reliable, with a high attention to cleanliness. Responsibilities include: daily morning childcare, food preparation, driving to and... More

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$20–50/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter for 2 energetic toddlers,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I'm a paediatric nurses so I'm hardly home, I just need a professional to take care of my kids while away.
Make sure my kids are fed and well taken care of, keep the house clean. I'm willing to pay to $100 daily if you're doing your job well.

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$24–25/hr
Agoura Hills, CA • 21 miles away

Part time nanny for easy toddler girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My daughter is 21 months old and I need some help caring for her while I work from home.

In need of consistent help in the mornings 9-12 Monday - Thursday which consist of play time at the park and helping me with lunch.

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$20–40/hr
Santa Monica, CA • 18 miles away

Firm and fun sitter for two friendly kids

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Divorced dad with 50% custody of two enthusiastic friendly occasionally rebellious elementary school kids. My daughter is 10 and my son is 8. They’re both very welcoming.

I’m looking for a firm fun babysitter to put my kids to bed on nights when I go out.

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What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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