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
Monument, CO • 17 miles away

Part-Time Sitter for Adorable Little Girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am (flexible)

Long-term nanny for vocal & energetic little girl! 3-4 days/week (M/W/Th or M-Th). Open to what schedule works best (days & hours) for nanny we love. "Career" nanny, infant experience, Montessori/Reggio/RIE/gentle/respectful/authoritative approach. No screens. Guided & independent play. Supports... More

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$16–22/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 3 miles away

Sitter for occasional weekday breaks for...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family of 6 doing our best with apt living. Our oldest Olivia is homeschooled. Our son Emmett is special needs with a neurological condition and intellectual disability resembling autism who loves his cars and chatting your ear off if he likes you. Our 3 year old Scarlett is a little shy but snuggly... More

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$18–22/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 7 miles away

Babysitter for occasional nights out for 1...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have an 11 year old boy. He is hilarious. Very loving and respectful. He is very outspoken. We love to dance and play board games. He is a huge sports fan!
Just watch him sometimes while I go do things. I am a homebody and really love being with my son so very rarely do I go places without him

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$18–22/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 15 miles away

Date night Sitter for two active girls

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/06

5:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

Family of four with two daughters, one dog (large) and 2 cats. We recently moved to the area and are looking to be able to have someone we can trust to look after our kiddos for occasional date nights/work events. We love board games, video games, playing outside, reading, music, coloring etc.

Help... More

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$18–20/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 15 miles away

occasional sitter in lorson ranch

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Military family looking for occasional assistance.....................
Looking for someone to just keep my little one occupied & entertained while I get some work done
located in lorson ranch

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$18–22/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 3 miles away

Part-time sitter for baby and occasionally...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi there! I’m a single mom raising three wonderful boys who love outdoor adventures, creativity, and staying active. I’m looking for a caring and reliable sitter who can help with daycare needs and provide extra hands during busy times. We value kindness, patience, and a fun-loving atmosphere, and... More

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$18–22/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 5 miles away

Full time sitter for my beautiful son Sawyer.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 7:30pm (flexible)

I am a single mom with a beautiful boy named Sawyer Lee. We recently moved back to Colorado Springs after I completed college at KU and Med School. I will be working at the hospital m-12hr shifts 3-4 days a week. Most childcare facilities do not open until 6:30 and will close before I can get off... More

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$18–22/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 9 miles away

Part time sitter needed for a caution toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a two-year-old son that does not speak, but he does communicate what he wants with pointing or taking you To the item that he wants, he’s not very good around strangers or people that he doesn’t know so I need him to get comfortable with People

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$13–16/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 9 miles away

Part time sitter for 6yo girl when needed

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Mom of a 6 year old girl named Embry , I work full time and looking for some occasional care when there’s no school

Look after child while I’m at work. Provide snacks and a lunch , take her to do fun things if applicable

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$10–20/hr
Fountain, CO • 14 miles away

Part-time sitter for a social 9 month old...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We’re a young couple from Colorado that had our baby girl 9 months ago! She loves our two kitties Teemo and Reinhardt and is a very social, happy, and explorative baby. Her father and I both work nights, with me only working 1-3 days a week and otherwise being a stay at home mom.

I would love... More

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$18–25/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 4 miles away

2-Day Sitter for 1 Toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello, my name is Noel and my son's name is Jalen. He will be 4 in January. I am prior Military and my wife is a Medical Assistant.
My son Jalen is potty trained, and would have already eaten dinner. I just need a sitter to entertain him and put him to bed between 730pm-8pm.
It would be for... More

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$18–22/hr
Peyton, CO • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter for newborn (6 Months.)

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

New baby - Help a few times a week to allow my wife time to get errands done around town.
Watch our newborn for a few hours a week. Take excellent care of him and make sure he is safe and engaged.

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$18–22/hr
Monument, CO • 17 miles away

Part time sitter for two energetic toddlers.

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm

We have 2 kiddos. A 11 month old and a 3 year old. Theyre super nice kids and play really well together. We also have a 5 year old dog, who likes to play ball and run around the yard chasing shadows. Their mom is currently single parenting and just needs a little support on weekends.
We need someone... More

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$23–23/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 5 miles away

Part time sitter for a 5 year old in...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30pm - 9:30pm (flexible)

Rate :$23 / hour
Looking for a sitter who is really good with kids, fun, patient, energetic and able to work in the evenings on the weekdays and weekends. You will be an independent contractor under a local respite company. My 5-year-old has autism, verbal but limited receptive language.
I prefer... More

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