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.

$22–25/hr
Naples, FL • 6 miles away

As needed sitter for two toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi my name is Katherine
We have a boy who is 5 years old a girl who is 3 years old
We are looking for a sitter for when kids don’t have school. Either weekdays or weekends also open for nights
we warranty at least 4-6 hours a day

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$19–23/hr
Naples, FL • Less than a mile

In-home sitter for 1 toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

4 hours of in-home sitting 2-3x weekly while 2 working parents are in the home. No cooking or cleaning needed. We have 2 cute ~40lbs dogs (Shiba Inu & Corgi) that may look for your affection as well!

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$10–14/hr
Fort Myers, FL • 14 miles away

Full time caregiver for loving energetic teen

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

Single father Searching for loving caring energetic dependable caregiver for my son in my home after school times may vary due to my work schedule.
Would be getting my son off of the bus at my home spending time with him homework entertaining him preparing dinner occasionally having fun
Located in... More

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$19–23/hr
Fort Myers, FL • 23 miles away

We are from Puerto Rico

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30pm - 6:30am (flexible)

2 beautiful kids, we just need help to go to work, we are very friendly

Take care of my kid and at night they are going to be sleeping they are going to be awake 2 hrs

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$15–22/hr
Cape Coral, FL • 22 miles away

Date night sitter/ mommy's helper for...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi everyone! We are the Maike family and now have four kids that are 4 and under! We are a fun and loving family filled with a crazy schedule!
We need someone for date nights after bedtime, a mommy's helper, someone who can multitask, go run and get groceries, take kids outside while I work inside... More

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$21–32/hr
Cape Coral, FL • 22 miles away

Looking for a sitter for 3 children once a...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello , we are a family of 5 , 3 children , looking for a weekly sitter.
We need the sitter , to watch our children and prepare (heat up) dinner , for a few hours once or twice a week.

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$15–20/hr
Fort Myers, FL • 19 miles away

Part time sitter consistent days every...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 5:00pm

We are an animal loving family, we have 3 cats and 1 dog who is super friendly. I only have one kiddo for now he is currently 3 in August 2024 and we are laid back and just need someone to watch him for a couple hours so we can work full time.
I just really need someone to play with my son for 3... More

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$17–22/hr
Naples, FL • 12 miles away

Part time sitter for one amazing boy!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

Hi! My name is Tara and I am a Registered Nurse. I am a single mother to an 11 year old boy. We do have an adorable 10 lbs dog. He is half shitzu/half miniature poodle :)

My son is pretty independent, as he is just starting middle school. I would just need the sitter to ensure that he eats, does... More

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$24–25/hr
Fort Myers, FL • 14 miles away

Early-bird sitter for school drop-offs

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30am - 7:30am (flexible)

My husband and I have a 4 year old son who will be starting kindergarten in August.

Our ideal sitter will come while my son is sleeping, wake him up around 6:30, get him ready for school and drop him off.

We need someone 2 mornings per week who can get our son out of bed, dressed, and ready for... More

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$10–18/hr
Naples, FL • 12 miles away

Part-time babysitting a 9-month-old girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 7:30pm (flexible)

We have a loving family of four, a baby girl who is now 9 months old, and a nice cat. Easy employer
Take care of the baby on Saturday and Sunday, complete some simple housework, take care of the baby's diet and daily living, can accept the cat

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$20–21/hr
Naples, FL • 13 miles away

Part-time sitter for my 5 year old daughter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 6:00pm

My daughter just turned 5. I just started a new job and need a reliable care giver on the weekends, every other weekend
Go to park, children’s museum, make meals, make my daughter brush teeth, tidy room, etc.

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$20–24/hr
Naples, FL • 13 miles away

Full time sitter for my two boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

My name is Paige . I’m a single mom of two little boys. I’m looking for assistance as my work hours are conflicting with daycare hours

I’m looking for someone to pick up both of my kids from daycare and watch them for a few hours a day

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$19–23/hr
Fort Myers, FL • 20 miles away

Part-time sitter for awesome toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

Hello! I am looking for help with some babysitting and transporting my son, Clifford (22 months), to/from daycare. Cliffy is a super sweet, active kiddo. Our current Nanny who has been with Cliffy since he was a newborn is moving out of town. We also have a golden doodle dog, and cat.

We are... More

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$16–19/hr
Fort Myers, FL • 23 miles away

seeking a kind,caring, and loving sitter...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 8:00pm (flexible)

My name is nella I'm a single mom with 3 beautiful children my twins are 2yrs turning 3 soon and my son is 5yrs. My kids are well behaved kids who love attention and doing activities and love to eat lol.

I'm currently looking for a sitter for Saturday and Sunday 11am-8pm to be able to work. I have... More

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