$16–24/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 11 miles away

Afterschool two boys - educational

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

Two boys and two dogs - very happy boys and independent. Potty trained.
I need you to watch the boys from early morning and provide breakfast lunch and snack. Also review school material, and allow for nap and supervised play outside. Possibility of going for walks and on bike rides with the... More

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$15–20/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 11 miles away

Part-time sitter needed for a couple of...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We are a family of 4. 1 boy(4) and 1 girl(2) with big personalities and high in energy.
We're looking for someone that can keep them busy, social, and out of trouble.
The sitting will be in our home. We have 3 dogs and a cat. All are very friendly and love attention.
Wife is finishing... More

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

Babysitter Needed for Five Children on...

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30pm - 11:30pm

We seek a responsible babysitter for five children aged toddler to middle school. The job starts on May 27, 2025, from 6:30 PM to 11:30 PM every Tuesday. You will supervise playtime, assist with snacks, and help with homework for older children. Light laundry duties include folding and putting away... More

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$18–21/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 16 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter starting on April 7, 2025, for part-time support during key times of the day. The position is Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM, caring for two children in preschool and elementary school.

The ideal candidate has their own car, is... More

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$21–23/hr
Castle Rock, CO • 20 miles away

Childcare Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 1:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for a reliable Mother's Helper for our toddler starting on March 31, 2025. The hours are from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM, Monday through Thursday, and will need some Fridays. Responsibilities include driving the child to activities (not right away), interactive play preparing meals and... 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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$19–30/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 21 miles away

Part-time kid Uber needed

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Three active sports involved kids! Lots of dogs lots of fun! Cheyenne Mountain area

I need someone who can pick my kids up from school a couple of days a week and take them to activities. We’re a super easy-going family and really it is essentially between Uber with Starbucks perks! We do... More

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How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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Afterschool two boys - educational

Afterschool two boys - educational

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Part-time sitter needed for a couple of...

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Babysitter Needed for Five Children on...

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Reliable Babysitter Needed for Two...

Childcare Needed for Toddler with...

Childcare Needed for Toddler with...

Part-time sitter needed for 2 elementary...

Part-time sitter needed for 2 elementary...

Part-time kid Uber needed

Part-time kid Uber needed

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Babysitting FAQ

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How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

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Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

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How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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