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.

$12–15/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 23 miles away

Occasionally Part time sitter/Nanny for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of 3 with a very friendly Dog He loves people. We are new to the Colorado area and looking for a sitter/nanny occasionally.

I have a 7month old daughter. She doesn’t really require much but some attention, play time, feedings & course naps.

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

Last minute sitter (Toddler girl)

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My name is Mike. I’m a single father in school, I have a 2 year old daughter named Je’Nae.

I would like someone to babysit Je’Nae when I’m at school for a few hours.

Send a message:

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$10–20/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 19 miles away

Part-time sitter for one kind/energetic...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a family of four, with two of my children being in summer camp. Esther is the one who you will be watching. She is a sweet girl, with a kind heart that loves attention. She would love to have a kind, person to be around with for a few hours a day.
I would like Esther's sitter to prepare... More

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$19–23/hr
USAF Academy, CO • 8 miles away

Part Time Nanny w/ Overnight

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We are the Haynsworth family - Dad, E (15), G (13), A (12) and C (9). We have lived in Colorado Springs off-and-on since 2008 (military family). We have one cat named Grover!
Looking for someone to drive kids to/from after school activities, light meal prep, and light housework. Also looking... More

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$17–25/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 16 miles away

Part time sitter needed for kindergartner

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for occasional weekend/weeknight care for my (almost) six year old.

Just come hang out with daughter, watch tv, play some games, make sure she eats and gets to bed on time

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

Occasional sitter

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi, I’m currently a full time student and occasionallyin need of a babysitter
Provide responsible babysitting services, and possibly pick up kids from school on occasion.

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$12–25/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 22 miles away

As needed sitter for infants & maybe older...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Four kiddos age 9 months (twins) to 11. Primarily looking for emergency/as needed care for the infants.

Watch, feed, and children safe during their care time with you. No cleaning, etc.

As needed care for appointments, emergencies, illness, date night, etc.

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$20–25/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 14 miles away

Mom and Dad need a date night!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have one 5 year old son and a little girl on the way. Mom and dad are desperate for a dinner date away from the house before the baby gets here!
Duties will include dinner time (we will have something prepped), play time, and reading before bed.
We are located in Black Forest, CO.

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$19–23/hr
Monument, CO • 4 miles away

Full time sitter who loves the outdoors

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 5:00pm

We are moving to the springs and are a military family who loves anything to do with the outdoors
Watch our little one. Take him outside and give him all the love! We have a great location in monument

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$12–15/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 18 miles away

Babysitter needed for cute infant and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 2:00pm (flexible)

We’re looking for a long term babysitter who is available once or twice a week for a couple of hours. Also need occasional date night care. We have a 10 month old son and 24 month old daughter. We live near Cimarron and 21st.

Looking for-
CPR/first aid certified
infant and toddler experience... More

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$20/hr
Castle Rock, CO • 19 miles away

Flight attendant needs help with 12 and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello, my name is Aimee, and I am the mom of two children who live with me. My son Jonah, aged 12, enjoys video games as well as spending time with our pets. Meanwhile, my daughter Katie, who is 15, frequently chats with her friends over the phone or diligently works on homework or listens to music... More

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

One 9 year old girl who's a tomboy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

One 9 year old girl. She's a tomboy. She's lines playing outside in the dirt, Legos, building things, or playing with cars
Just play games, Legos, toys, or with stuffed animals. Anything that's keeps her off her tablet

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$20–24/hr
Castle Rock, CO • 19 miles away

Before and After School Care Sitter

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 9:30am

Hello! I’m looking for a responsible and reliable before and after school care sitter to take my 4 kids to school and to pick them up from school and bring them home. There will be a few days where the sitter would need to stay 2-3 hours post drop off.

Currently all of my children (twin boys 11,... More

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$10–22/hr
Monument, CO • 4 miles away

Part time for a happy 8 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I work for a software company and my husband is a pastor. We are looking for someone to help us take care of our baby during the work day.
Both my husband and I work from home. So we need help with the zone defense of child care for our 8 month old son.

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