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.

$23–30/hr
Davis, CA • 18 miles away

Part-time sitter for a lovely 18 month old...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of five who on occasionaly leaves our daughter with my parents who live in El Macero for the weekend. We are looking for some help for my parents when we are away and they are taking care of my daughter.

Just play with my daughter and maybe put her to bed and give her a bath. My... More

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$19–23/hr
Davis, CA • 18 miles away

Part-time babysitter for an energetic...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:30am - 6:30pm (flexible)

Family in West Davis looking for an experienced and reliable babysitter for 1 child in Davis. We prefer someone who would initiate structured activities, take the child to outings, and read and talk to the child. Up-to-date vaccination is a must.

*Light housekeeping such as cleaning up after... More

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$20–24/hr
Vacaville, CA • 7 miles away

Sitter for two amazing boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 10:00am

Hello, we are The Nohr Family. We are a family of 4 with a 3 month old and a 6 year old.
We need a sitter that can be there for our 3 month old. Examples: feedings, diaper changes, walks, baby’s laundry (if needed), and clean baby’s bottles.
Vacaville, California
Tues/Wednes/Thurs/Fri - 7am -5pm

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$20–21/hr
Vacaville, CA • 7 miles away

Trustworthy, reliable, patient, and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm

I have 2 daughters, ages 1 and 4. My 4 year old attend school from 8:15am-1:15pm Monday-Thursday and 8:15am-12:15pm on fridays. I am looking for someone to watch my 1 year old and my 4 year old when she gets off from school.
Change diapers, feed kids, interact with my children, put baby down for... More

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$17–21/hr
Davis, CA • 18 miles away

Nanny for 7mo old infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a nanny to help take care of our infant son in the workday mornings and early afternoons starting in January. His mother works from home, so we are open to all experience levels.

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$25–29/hr
Moraga, CA • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter/driver needed

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My husband travels a lot for work, and I am looking to go back to work. I have a 10-year-old son who lives primary in Reno with his father. Our halfway meeting location is Auburn, CA. We also have a 12-year-old daughter we may need occasional sitting for.
Drive to and from Auburn for custody... More

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$21–24/hr
Dixon, CA • 10 miles away

Part time care for 2 (ages 6&8), 2-5:30pm...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

An Air Force family, been in Dixon 3 years. The kids love coloring, games (indoor and outdoor, crafts, and anything new you have to throw at them. We prioritize eating healthy and being outside.
One child is typical developing, one is on the spectrum.

Need help picking up kids (Kindergartener and... More

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$21–25/hr
Davis, CA • 18 miles away

Part time sitter for two kids in Davis

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Family in Davis seeking sitter for two kids. General hours are M, Tu, and Fri 3-6 pm; Th 3-6:15 pm; and W 1:30-6:30 pm. Duties include pick up from school and transportation to after school activities. Must have a reliable car.

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$15–18/hr
Moraga, CA • 21 miles away

As needed/on-call sitter

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We just moved to the area from Salt Lake City. We have no family in the area, so we will rely on a sitter any time we would like a date day/night or for a little extra help from time to time.

Typically dinner and bedtimes, however, occasionally all day to include meals and snacks.

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$20–24/hr
Davis, CA • 18 miles away

Friendly experienced driver needed to take...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

Need a calm, safe person to drive teen to school at 11, and pick up at 3.

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$22–26/hr
Davis, CA • 18 miles away

Winter Break sitter for one toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a sitter for 4-5 days between Dec. 23 and Jan.3. You'd be babysitting at our house for our 18 month old boy.

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$10–20/hr
Vacaville, CA • 7 miles away

Need after school care for 9 yr old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am

Daughter is 9 looking for after school care for her to pick her up from school
Pick up from school and watch her after school until I'm off of work at 7

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$20–23/hr
Napa, CA • 17 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic toddlers.

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/24

12:00am - 9:00am

I have an autistic four-year-old she is an outgoing smart little girl. My son is a sweet talkative little boy who eats about anything. My kids are not allergic to any food.
I just need babysitter for Xmas eve due to having to work my son needs his diapers changed and my daughter is non verbal so... More

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$15–21/hr
Benicia, CA • 24 miles away

Occasional sitter for blended family with...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello!! We are a blended family of 5. We have 2 girls aged 7&8 and a baby boy born in August ‘24. We have our girls 50/50, so they will not always be present when we need a sitter.
We need a sitter that can engage/play with our 7&8 year old. We do very limited screen time so you will need to feel... More

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