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.

$20–25/hr
Livermore, CA • 19 miles away

Part-time sitter for 2.5 year old active...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We are looking for a part-time sitter to watch our 2.5 year old son so Mom & Dad can enjoy date nights, sporting events, work events, etc. Weston is a happy little boy who loves the park, hunting stop signs in the neighborhood, playing with monster trucks, and other normal toddler activities. ... More

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$19–23/hr
Modesto, CA • 24 miles away

Drop off Pick Ups

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

Hello! im currently looking for a nanny to pick up my kids from home to school and pick up and drop offhome 3 are in elementry dropoff is at 8:15 and pickup at 2:45 and my oldest is in junior high drop off is at 8:50 and pick up at 3:03

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$19–23/hr
Tracy, CA • Within 1 mile

After School Care for active family

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 5:30pm

Family of five. 3 active children, ages 14, 10, and 5. All attend the same school in town.
Pick up kids from school,run light errands, drop children off for activities in town, etc.

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$19–23/hr
Tracy, CA • 2 miles away

Part-time sitter for one 6 years old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

My husband and I work from home, but we need help on caring of our son. He is 6 years old.
We need a Nanny that can help us on heat and serve lunch to our son and help him in doing homework. Once home work is finish, play with him.
We live in Tracy CA. The schedule would be 2:30pm to 5:30pm

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$15–20/hr
Manteca, CA • 12 miles away

Occasional Sitter Needed for Date Nights

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of 4 with 4 dogs. Full time working parents looking to have some date nights together.
We have a 3 year old daughter and 11 year old son. My 11 year old is self sufficient. Majority of care will consist of supervision of 3 year old playing and providing meals/snacks as... More

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$20–30/hr
Brentwood, CA • 21 miles away

Part time sitter for a very happy 5 year...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have a very happy 5 year old who loves new people and is very easy to be with. Enjoys dinosaurs playing in the park and being silly

Just hang out with our son for a few hours take him to the park and watch movies with him. We would love to just have some time to see a movie or go get dinner... More

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$14–16/hr
Manteca, CA • 11 miles away

Afterschool Sitter needed in Manteca

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 8:30pm (flexible)

Family of 4 with 2 girls ages 12 and 9.

Located in Manteca, we are searching for a long term set schedule sitter. We have two daughters.

Pick up / drop off from school, after school activities. Help with homework, meals, etc.

Mondays: 3-8pm
Tues/Fri: 5-8pm

Located in Manteca, we are... More

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$20–25/hr
Livermore, CA • 19 miles away

Part time sitter for happy toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of 3 and a small dog. That we sometimes need backup care.
Care for our child and just watch to make sure the dog is being safe. She likes to try and lick the babys face if hes playing on the floor. Childs laundry and light housekeeping.
He have a two story house. With a nice... More

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$23–30/hr
Livermore, CA • 15 miles away

Part time care

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

We are a family looking for a patient and kind person to care for our 2 children in elementary school.

School pick-up. 6min away from home.

Give meal/snack

Light housekeeping

Light homework help

2:30pm -5:30pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday

1:15pm-5:15pm Wednesdays

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$17–22/hr
Manteca, CA • 12 miles away

Part time sitter for our 6 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family of three, plus our cat finn. Dad works full time and mom is in college and needs a helping hand. Our baby girl is 6 months old

Change baby, keep her entertained, she’s learning how to walk so assistance with that would be helpful. Bath time and changing her diaper as well as feeding.... More

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$16–20/hr
Stockton, CA • 21 miles away

School Runs for the kiddos

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 9:30am

Hello we are a family of 6, I'm looking for someone for transportation to and from school. Every other Thursday you'll have the joy of hanging with my 2 year old.
I need my sitter to pick up and take my kids to school Thursday, my sitter will be with my 2 year old from 7:30- 2:45pm.
Morning Schedule... More

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$20–24/hr
Tracy, CA • Less than a mile

Part-time sitter for two under two!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 7:30pm (flexible)

Hi there! I’m a 21 year old working mom, my boyfriend also works full time. We have two kids, a 2 year old girl and a 1 month old girl. We also have a dog named Baylor!
I need a sitter to take care of the girls while I head to work, until their dad gets home from work. Depending on the day we would... More

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$25–30/hr
Brentwood, CA • 21 miles away

daytime sitter for twin boys age 1, parent...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

We are a happy and loving family living in Brentwood CA. We have 15 month old twin boys, along with teenagers 17-19. We also have a energetic dog who greets new people by barking and trying to start playing with a dog toy.
We need a regular sitter in our home as a helping hand so that the other two... More

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$13–15/hr
Manteca, CA • 11 miles away

Manteca Long Term Sitter with Set Schedule

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Located in Manteca, we are searching for a long term set schedule sitter. We have two daughters.

Pick up / drop off from school, after school activities. Help with homework, meals, etc.

Mondays: 3-8pm
Tues/Fri: 5-8pm

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