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
Colorado Springs, CO • 17 miles away

Afterschool help for almost 12 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We have lived in CS for >12 years. We are both working professionals and have 1 son. Our only pet is a mini schnauzer.
Hope to get help picking up our son from school and transporting him to afterschool activities (mostly swimming) or home. The afternoons that help is needed vary each week.
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$18–22/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 18 miles away

Regular after school care needed

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I’m looking for after school care for my 3 kids. Must be okay with pets and have a safe car and clean driving record.
I need someone who can meet the kids after school, help them with homework, and drive them to their activities. Must pass background check.
I can be somewhat flexible on days and... More

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

Before School Care and Transportation for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 8:30am (flexible)

We are a dual military family with a fun and energetic 3.5 year old daughter and a baby on the way.

Looking for before school care for our 3.5 year old daughter and someone to transport her to school at Buena Vista Elementary M-F.

We live in 80904 area. The hours would be M-F approximately... More

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

Before School Sitter for 3.5 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for a before school sitter M-F from about 530am-7:30am who can then transport our daughter to school at Buena Vista Elementary. We can bring her to your house or you can watch her at ours. We are open to either option.

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$14–22/hr
Monument, CO • 21 miles away

Occasional sitter for 5 year old and 3...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Our girls are always happy to have a sitter. We recently relocated to Monument area and are looking for an occasional sitter that is available on: no summer camp days, no school days, sick days or snow delays/snow closures. Keep kiddo on schedule. Prepare simple meals. Help with reading. Play... More

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$19–23/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter needed for 2 elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Two children ages 6 and 9. After school care needed. Driving to activities
Patient, loving, caring person. Have own car. Be able to drive kids to after school activities
Broadmoor Bluffs. Mon-Fri 2pm to 6pm

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$18–22/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter for 6 month old and 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 4:30pm

I'm a work from home mom who needs some help Wednesday-Friday from around 8:30-4:30 with my daughters, a 6 month old and a 2 year old. Must have experience with those ages and be comfortable doing naps, lunch, changing diapers and playing with my toddler. I'll be home the whole time, just need... More

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$18–22/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 21 miles away

Engaging Babysitter Needed for Immediate...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a beautiful family with four amazing children (ages 4 to 11). In our home, family comes first, and we cherish every moment together. If you're looking for more than just a job – if you're seeking a loving family to be a part of – then we'd love to hear from you.
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$15–22/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 24 miles away

After School Nanny for Second Grade Twins

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm

We are a Navy family with boy/girl twins who are entering 2nd grade this fall.
We would like you to come 1-2 hours prior to the end of school each day to help with light housework (wiping counters, sweeping/vacuuming floors, possibly children's laundry) as well as some dinner prep.

We live within... More

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$18–23/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 21 miles away

Part time sitter as needed!

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We are the Hawkins family. We have three amazing kiddos. Two, 4 year olds and one 3 year old. We are new to the area and want to find a sitter for date nights and what not

Play with the kids, do constructive learning games and interact with them. Keep them safe goes without saying.

Random... More

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$18–20/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 22 miles away

Flexible Sitter Needed

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

New to the area! Husband is Active Duty, and Mommy is a Birth Doula/Student Midwife. We have two dogs and two cats.

We are looking for someone that would be comfortable being on-call as needed for mommy to attend births. On-call would be M-Fri 6am-6pm and only when mommy is called out (maybe... More

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$13–27/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 23 miles away

Part time sitter for a little girl 3 years

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My name is Sheila. I am married to a foreman on a construction crew, I am a student and I work. I have a 13 year old who attends school where her grandmother works, and a 3 year old little girl.
I am looking for someone trustworthy to babysit a few hours a week from mid day to early evening. The... More

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$10–18/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 23 miles away

Full time sitter for a loving family

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00pm - 9:00pm

We have 3 boys 4, 7, and 9, the 2 oldest have adhd. My daughter is 14yrs old very quiet and like to chill. We have a puppy 6months old, very friendly. Me and my husband work. Our children are everything to us.
Help with cooking for them, help them with chores. Just making sure it's getting done, but... More

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$18–22/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 21 miles away

Part time sitter for two little sleeping boys

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/31

5:30pm - 9:30pm

We have two little boys who will be 10 months and 2. We will be vacationing at the Broadmoor
We need someone to sit with our babies whine we go to the restaurant at the resort.

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