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.

$10–20/hr
Fort Lauderdale, FL • 8 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Two Young Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a responsible babysitter to care for our two children, ages preschool and elementary. The job begins on June 3, 2025.

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$15–25/hr
Fort Lauderdale, FL • 16 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 12:00pm

We need a reliable babysitter for our infant starting on June 9, 2025. The schedule is Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Your main tasks include caring for the baby by feeding, changing, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. You will also need to provide sick care when necessary. Light... More

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$16–18/hr
Pompano Beach, FL • 21 miles away

Morning drop off to Camp

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

I need someone who can pick up my son from home and drop him to his summer camp from coral Springs to Sunrise. The commute is 8-10 minutes. Summer camp starts June 16 to august 1.

I need someone who can pick up my son from home and drop him to his summer camp from coral Springs to Sunrise. The... More

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$15–18/hr
Miami, FL • 13 miles away

Summertime nanny for a 4 year old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

We are a family of 4, we live in Brickell. We are looking for a nanny over the summer for our oldest son

Looking for a part time nanny for our 4 year old son. Someone active that can take him outside to the park, to the pool, arrange playdates, and indoor activities like art and crafts, study math,... More

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$15–20/hr
Miami, FL • Less than a mile

Caring Babysitter Needed for Two Young...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a caring babysitter for two children, an infant and a preschooler, starting around May 24, 2025, with a flexible start date. The babysitter will handle daily activities, including preparing meals and snacks, assisting with homework, and ensuring a clean environment through light housekeeping... More

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$18–24/hr
Pompano Beach, FL • 25 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Preschool Child with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 5:30pm

We seek a caring babysitter for our preschool child starting on June 16, 2025. The schedule is Monday to Friday, from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Responsibilities include supervising playtime and activities, preparing meals and snacks, and maintaining a clean space. The candidate must be comfortable with... More

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$16–20/hr
Hollywood, FL • 6 miles away

Occasional babysitter for two boys 6 & 9

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Two boys ages six and nine. We live in Miramar. They are soccer lovers and very energetic. We moved down from New York about two years ago and are looking to find an occasional sitter that could potentially turn in to the school year afternoon babysitter.

Someone that will join our family and help... More

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$22–26/hr
Fort Lauderdale, FL • 12 miles away

Spanish-speaking Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a babysitter to care for our elementary-aged child starting on May 24, 2025, with some flexibility on the start date. The sitter will supervise activities, prepare snacks, assist with homework, and engage in play. Communication in Spanish is required to support language skills. The sitter... More

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$25–29/hr
Miami, FL • 12 miles away

Reliable and professional nanny for toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

In search of a reliable and professional nanny for my toddler, she’s smart, funny and kind. She loves to read and draw in her coloring book. Candidates must be ready to undergo an extensive background check, phone interview and in person interview before hire.

Support for work events and... More

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$17–26/hr
Fort Lauderdale, FL • 15 miles away

Nurturing Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/21

3:30pm - 11:30pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for two elementary-aged children starting on June 21, 2025. The job lasts from 3:30 PM to midnight. Responsibilities include supervising children, preparing meals and snacks, helping with homework, and engaging in play. The ideal candidate must be comfortable with pets... More

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$15–17/hr
Fort Lauderdale, FL • 16 miles away

Provide Care, Tutoring, Meals, and Light...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/21

1:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for one elementary-aged child starting on July 21, 2025. The position runs from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM, with flexible start times. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, assisting with educational activities in a learning pod, providing tutoring as needed, and... More

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$8–10/hr
Miami Gardens, FL • 4 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am

We seek a responsible babysitter for our infant starting on May 19, 2025. The schedule is Monday to Thursday from 230 PM to 9pm. The babysitter cares for one child, ensuring safety and comfort. Duties include feeding, diaper changing, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. Candidates must have... More

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$35–40/hr
Hollywood, FL • 6 miles away

Babysitter needed for two preschool and...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/20 - 06/21

10:30pm - 3:30am

We are looking for a responsible babysitter for two children aged preschool and toddler. The job starts on June 20, 2025, from 10:30 PM to 4:00 AM. The sitter must have their own car for transportation. Responsibilities include ensuring a safe environment, preparing bedtime routines, and supervising... More

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$23–25/hr
Miami, FL • 14 miles away

Searching for an after school sitter -...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

Family of four, mom from France and dad from Colombia

Two adorable kids, Alicia (4) and Raphael (2) who go to school during the day.

We are looking for a sitter who is comfortable picking up the kids from school in the afternoon and driving them back home. This includes playing with them... More

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