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.

$15–25/hr
Vacaville, CA • 8 miles away

Part-time sitter needed!

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 5:30pm

Hi! Looking for someone to help drop the kids off at school in the morning and then to also pick them up and take to extracurriculars as needed. Please message me if interested!

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$20–25/hr
Napa, CA • 14 miles away

Napa After school Sitter/ + extended...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00am - 5:00am

We are looking for someone to be part of our family for a few hours every day! We also need help for the date nights, events and occasional day time appointments. Our son has special needs ( Dual diagnosis of Down Syndrome & Autism) and is non verbal. He is very easy going and content. He loves... More

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$15–18/hr
Vallejo, CA • 13 miles away

Part time sitter for 4 kids

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Little one slightly energetic thee kids slightly tins to themselves they need to helped with homework and feed lunch and dinner and put to bed at 9:00

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$15–20/hr
Vallejo, CA • 13 miles away

School Drop Off

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 9:00am

My kids are switching schools and need someone to pick them up from grandma’s and provide a ride a few times a week. From North Vallejo to Mare Island, school starts at 8:30AM.

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$20–22/hr
Travis AFB, CA • Less than a mile

Part time sitter for 2 adorable blue eyed...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 1:30pm (flexible)

I am looking for a loving, caring, kind, patient, and fun person to care for my two girls. The responsibilities would include some light meal prepping/cleaning and playing with the girls! The typical hours would be M,W,Th from 8:15-12:45/1:00.

The pay is $300 for the week

Thank you!

We look... More

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$15–19/hr
Vineburg, CA • 23 miles away

Regular sitter for one infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 10:30pm (flexible)

Returning to work soon and need regular and reliable evening sitter. I will start slow with work schedule but need someone available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evening

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$15–20/hr
San Pablo, CA • 25 miles away

TRANSPORT CARE!

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello!

Looking for a sitter to take my two boys (6 and 11 years old) to school for the rest of this year and next school year!

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$15–20/hr
Pinole, CA • 22 miles away

Parents with busy work schedule in need of...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:30pm - 4:30am

Job is simple. Watching our daughter right after school until my wife could retrieve her after work. Serious applicants only. Thank you for your consideration.

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$15–20/hr
Vallejo, CA • 14 miles away

Looking for a part time sitter for our...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 2:00pm

My wife and I work from home and are looking for a part time sitter during the day for Tuesday - Thursday. We’re looking for someone to engage and interact with our daughter while we work. Additional light cleaning tasks are appreciated.

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$15–20/hr
Pinole, CA • 22 miles away

Parents with busy schedules need regular...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:30pm - 4:30am

Experienced sitter needed for child care. Retrieve our daughter from school, watch her for the evening. Take care of dinner. Standard stuff. Serious applicants only. Thank you for you consideration.

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$15–18/hr
Dixon, CA • 18 miles away

Baby sitter needed

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Watch my 2 sons from 730 am until possibly 530 pm or when I get home hopefully around 3 to 4 pm. Change diapers, play, go to park or walk around block. Learning time etc.

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$20–35/hr
Walnut Creek, CA • 24 miles away

Part Time Nanny for Two Kiddos (Flexible...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for someone part time (very flexible on dates/times that may work best for your schedule) to take care of our 10 month old son and 3 year old daughter. Both parents work from home and in office some days. Ideally want someone who can help with light housework and meal prep. We love... More

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$15–25/hr
Winters, CA • 19 miles away

Searching for a sitter for a family wedding

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/24

4:30pm - 11:30pm

My husband and I will be in Winters for a family wedding, and our previously planned childcare fell through! Looking for someone to watch a rambunctious 19 month old, and handle dinner and bedtime. The grandparents may come home from the wedding early (they'll be on East Coast time!) so we may not... More

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$15–18/hr
Vineburg, CA • 23 miles away

Professional Childcare Providers Needed...

5+ children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/17

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Seeking experienced childcare providers for an alumni event in Sonoma on Aug 26th and Aug 27th for atleast 4 hours each day. Responsibilities include supervising children, organizing activities, ensuring safety, and providing snacks.

Requirements:

2+ years childcare experience
CPR & First Aid... More

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