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.

$18–22/hr
Agoura Hills, CA • 7 miles away

Newborn Help Wanted! First-time parents &...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We are welcoming our first born son in mid November. My wife is full time work from home so is happy to help out, but would like to be glued to her computer more than not. I work 2-3 times in the office and 2-3 times remotely each week. We have a wonderful little dog named Kiwi who is an 18 lb... More

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$20–25/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 24 miles away

Part time sitter for 9 and 11 year old!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 7:00pm

We are located in Silverlake and are looking for a part-time after school sitter for 2 kids aged 8&10. We also have a sweet dog (1/2 cocker spaniel, half poodle).
Responsibilities include pick up from school, drive to activities, play, make easy dinners. Sitter must have own car! Must be warm, fun,... More

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$16–30/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 23 miles away

ABA experienced in home therapies needed

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Hi ! Our son is 4 years with ASD Diagnosis. We are looking for someone with ABA certificate and experience for in home therapies. Starting with 3 days a week and can extend to 5 days. Hours can be flexible with your schedule

We are looking for someone with ABA certificate and experience for in home... More

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$18–22/hr
Sylmar, CA • 15 miles away

Occasional sitter for 6 month old girl.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! I am a work from home mom and my husband is starting his job in Sept 2023. Although we were both raised in California, we recently moved back here from Virginia where we were for the last 4 years. Our little one is super active but very expressive and smiley.
Our baby girl is 6 months old and... More

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$18–20/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 23 miles away

Date night sitter for a 15 month toddler!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We have a 15-month toddler who loves being outside, especially at the park. We are looking for someone who can occasionally sit for us when we go out for a date night!
We would like someone to feed our child dinner and put him to sleep, or sometimes just to stay over while he is sleeping so... More

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$11–21/hr
Woodland Hills, CA • 4 miles away

Part time sitter for 15 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30am - 5:30am (flexible)

Hi. We’re a family of three. Mom, dad and baby Z who is 15 months old.
We would like a sitter for date nights and in between when mom gets home from work and nanny has to leave.
We are located in Woodland Hills. Hours would be from 3-5pm Monday - Friday and occasionally when mom & dad need a date... More

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$15–20/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 19 miles away

Part Time Sitter for 2 Awesome boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 4:30pm

Awesome Musical Family focused on happiness, love, education & peace. Very awesome well behaved boys we just need an awesome babysitter for a few hours per weekday. I lok forward to hearing from you all
I am needing someone to pick up my two boys from school age 8 & 5 and either take them to my... More

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$13–19/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 25 miles away

Part time for French fun toddler

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 09/26

1:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

Simple French couple with kid.
We are visiting LA for the first time and want to go to Hollywood studios, but toddlers are unfortunately not allowed.
The baby will have eaten, he will put to nap. Nap time usually lasts two hours, the third hour, baby boy will need to be changed, to eat his 4pl snack... More

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$25–26/hr
Venice, CA • 18 miles away

Part time after school nanny in Venice...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

Lovely return clients are looking for an after school nanny to help out with their busy household of 4. Their 6 year old daughter goes to school nearby during the day and their 2 year old son is in preschool. Clean driving record is mandatory.

Your day would begin at 2pm (at 1:30 on Tuesdays)... More

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$25–35/hr
Thousand Oaks, CA • 9 miles away

Part time sitter for after school care of...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

We are a family of four. A little girl age 7 and boy age 9, in second and third grade. We love having fun together, singing, dancing, and playing games. We are new to the area and looking for someone to integrate into our family as we learn the area.
Help to cover after school - school pickup,... More

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$12–20/hr
Canyon Country, CA • 20 miles away

Part-time sitter for three well behaved...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00am - 6:00am

Looking for a loving sweet nana to watch my three beautiful children. I have a four year old daughter and a 2.5 year old daughter and a 1 year old son. they are easy going and a pleasure to watch. I'm looking for someone o watch them throughout the day, play, teach little things, listen and support... More

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$18–22/hr
Woodland Hills, CA • 4 miles away

Part-time sitter for 2 kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! We have two kids - 12 (girl) and 8 (boy) and we are looking for help over the Summer (and beyond) with their activities and needs through August.
Both kids are pretty self sufficient, but I am primarily looking for someone who can drive them to/from activities, supervise swim time and make... More

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$20–25/hr
Sherman Oaks, CA • 12 miles away

Part-Time Pick Ups & Drop Offs for Two Girls

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

We are located in Sherman Oaks looking for a reliable but flexible female sitter to pick up & drop off our daughters 2-3 days a week. Our oldest is 14 and our youngest is 12. There will be occasional doctor's appointments, dance classes, etc. that we will need assistance with as well. Please let us... More

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$18–22/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 13 miles away

Sitter for a Sweet Warrior Boy

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We have two kids but are looking for nanny ONLY for our toddler. Mom will be taking care of the baby and we are mindful to only get help with my son.
A little about him...
My ex-preemie son is 2.5 years old. We have been through a great deal these past few years and are looking for help in his... More

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What are things babysitters do with kids?

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