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.

$15–20/hr
Fort Collins, CO • 25 miles away

Occasional sitter for 2 sweet boys

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! Our boys are 8 years old and 19 months old. We are looking for an occasional sitter for date nights. We also have a black lab.

While babysitting our kids are expected to be either playing in the backyard or hanging out in our playroom/living room. Kids movies and tv okay! Just keep the kids... More

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$20–24/hr
Timnath, CO • 18 miles away

Need sitter for preschooler in afternoon...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We moved to Fort Collins a little over a year ago and love being part of the community.
We are looking for a sitter for our four year old daughter. She just needs someone to do activities and spend time with her for a few hours.
We are in SE Fort Collins and need care for a few afternoons in May. More

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$20–24/hr
Fort Collins, CO • 25 miles away

Part Time sitter for 2 happy kids

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family of four ,Wife just accepted job and we have some overlapping times needed
Just be at the house. 9 year old is very responsive.and we need someone to watch h them.
Monday 4 22 24. 2pm to 6pm
Thursday 4/25/24.8-5pm
Friday 4/26/24 8-5pm

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$13–14/hr
Fort Collins, CO • 21 miles away

Super part time sitter for 9 yr old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30am - 4:30am (flexible)

Hey there! My hubby and I are looking for someone to help out with our kiddo 2 to 3 days a week with pick up from school and come home and hang for awhile.
We are very flexible and mellow and so is our son. There’s always opportunity for more hours if need be.
Also possibly taking him to Boy Scouts... More

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$12–19/hr
Fort Collins, CO • 25 miles away

Summer Sitter Needed

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 6:00pm

I’m a single mom, nurse and in graduate school. I have two girls ages 6 and 8, who are very spirited and active. They love being outdoors!

Summer care and activities while I’m working. Something to keep their minds busy and get them out of the house during these summer months.

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$20–24/hr
Berthoud, CO • 23 miles away

Occasional sitting for an active boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We’re looking for an occasional babysitter for our 2 year old son. We have 2 large dogs and 1 cat.
Spend time with our very active boy. He loves to go outside and play. Make meals and provide snacks.
In Berthoud.

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$10–20/hr
Berthoud, CO • 23 miles away

As needed care for 2yo - WFH parents

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for someone to fill in when our daycare is closed and possibly every Friday morning. Times are 7:30-4:30, with the option of 7:30-12:00 only. Both parents WFH on Fridays. If we are going to be both be in office hours would be 7:30-4:30.

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$14–18/hr
Berthoud, CO • 23 miles away

Occasional sitter for two fun kiddos!

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have a spunky 6 year old girls that loves to play, and a funny 11 yo boy that is pretty much able to take care of himself!
Mostly just hang out with our youngest when we are looking for childcare. Maybe make dinner, go to the park, pretty easy!

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$17–21/hr
Galeton, CO • 9 miles away

Before School Care/ Rides to School

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00am - 8:00am

We are a blended family. Both my husband and I are paramedics that work 12+ hour days.
Take our son to school every other week on Mon - Wed. Available to expand duties to pick ups as well
Eaton CO to Windsor CO

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$18–20/hr
Fort Collins, CO • 21 miles away

Part-time/ backup sitter for well-mannered...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Healthcare worker| Single Mama
I have a wonderfully behaved 5-year-old boy who gets along well with others
I'm seeking backup childcare
for school closures & minor illness i.e. runny nose or stomachache that prevent him from attending school. We are located in Southeast Fort Collins near Trilby &... More

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$10–15/hr
Greeley, CO • 3 miles away

Occasional plus a full time

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

A 10 year old boy and an 8 year old girl. Looking for someone to help on occasional date nights for us

Also looking for full time sitter for my friend who has two girls; 4 and 7

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$20/hr
Loveland, CO • 21 miles away

Fabulous Five of Loveland

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 7:30pm (flexible)

We have 5 caring, fun children, ages 7 to 12! School is in-session so nanny hours needed are weekdays from 3:30pm-7 p.m. We also need am walks to our neighborhood school a few days a week. We are looking for childcare 1-3 days each week in total, usually for 2 kiddos at a time. We have a flexible... More

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$18–26/hr
Greeley, CO • 4 miles away

part-time sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

i have two toddler boys

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$12–20/hr
Evans, CO • Less than a mile

Part time / date night sitter for 3...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello we are full time working parents and are in need of a sitter that can come and hang out with our boys for date nights and possibly occasional after school. We may be looking as well for summer care. We have a “small” Great Dane she’s very nice and loves other people. text

Duties would... More

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