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
Daytona Beach, FL • 16 miles away

Occasional Sitter for evening and late...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My wife and have 2 daughters. They are 13 and 8. They are mostly self sufficient but we need someone for date nights that will be later than we are comfortable leaving our older daughter to babysit.
Our younger daughter would play games with the babysitter. The older daughter would most likely hang... More

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$16–20/hr
Palm Coast, FL • 18 miles away

Looking for occasional babysitter for date...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are new to Florida , I’m a stay at home mom . We are interested in finding a reliable sitter for date nights .

We are looking for someone who has experience with babies and is responsible and reliable.

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$18–30/hr
Port Orange, FL • 14 miles away

Ocasional sitter (full day) for an...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! I am a single mom with a very adorable 2 year old child. She is funny and adorable, she loves to watch coco melon and she likes to play in the yard

Feed her a bottle of milk two times (one morning and one before her nap at aprox 2 pm), feed her breakfast and lunch (I’ll have them ready for... More

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$17–40/hr
Palm Coast, FL • 18 miles away

Hello. We have. 4month old and would love...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I’m a stay at home mom .
I’m a new mom and we’d like to have a night out once in a while .

I would like a sitter to be able to make bottles and keep an eye on my infant

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$17–21/hr
Palm Coast, FL • 18 miles away

part time sitter for1 & 3 year old

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a12 month old and a 3 year old. I have to work this week and need someone for6 hours a day
I need to sitter to feed the babies and prepare the food, prepare the nap and bottle, and play with them

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$10–15/hr
De Leon Springs, FL • 21 miles away

Seeking Flexible Sitter for Active Farm...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are an active family with three kids (2, 3, and 9), living on a farm with a cat and 2 miniature Australian Shepherd. We homeschool and enjoy outdoor activities. We’re seeking a reliable sitter who can help with schoolwork, playtime, and daily tasks in our lively, animal-loving home. A love for... More

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$10–12/hr
Port Orange, FL • 12 miles away

Part Time Sitter For 10 Month Old Boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 4:00pm

Welcome To The Jackson Family ,Which Consists Of Caniqua(Me), TJay(Dad ) And Our 4 Boys( Sai,JayCe,Khai And Teejay)
Normal Duties:
He Feeds Every 2 Hours, More Baby Food Than Formula. He Watches CoCoMelon And Sleeps For About 4 Hours During The Day.
Schedule Varies
Tuesday,Thursday 4am-12pm
The Rest... More

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$10–12/hr
Port Orange, FL • 12 miles away

Part Time For Infant(10 Months)

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am

Hello,Welcome To The Jackson Family Which Consist Of My 4 Boys, There’s Sai, JayCe, Khai and TeeJay.
Tend To Teejay’s Needs , He Eats Every Two Hours, I Typically Feed Him More Baby Food Than Milk But If Hes Tired I Give Him A Bottle. You’re Always Welcome To Text Me Or Dad If There’s Any... More

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$15–20/hr
Daytona Beach, FL • 9 miles away

Part time sitter/daycare for 2 year old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

Looking for a caring, responsible babysitter for our two year old daughter Grace.
Would prefer in home daycare/babysitting at local Daytona Beach/Ormond Beach home.

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$17–24/hr
New Smyrna Beach, FL • 22 miles away

Occasional sitter for 6 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have one fun loving 6 year old that is energetic and ready to play! Looking for a sitter for the occasional date night.
Watch my son while the parents have a date night. No other duties required. MUST have your own transportation.
Most of the time we need someone for afternoon/evening,... More

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$15–21/hr
New Smyrna Beach, FL • 22 miles away

Part time sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a 14 month baby I need help with to give me a break
Just really need to take care of him
Watch the baby, play with the baby, change diapers, nap time, feed the baby

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$18–22/hr
Palm Coast, FL • 18 miles away

Sitter for supervision at wedding

5+ children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 09/21

4:00pm - 9:00pm

We will have 9 kids under the age of 11 at our wedding and our venue is requiring a sitter be at the venue to supervise.
Just supervise and make sure no kids go outside. All kids parents will be in attendence
Channel Side is the venue in Palm Coast. Food will be provided.

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$18–22/hr
Ormond Beach, FL • 3 miles away

Occasional sitter for infant and 5 year old!

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! My family and I just moved to Ormond! I am pregnant with my first boy, who will be here next month! And we have a daughter who is 5! We also have a puppy named Theo.
Date nights, and just other occasional needs. Maybe a few afternoons after my daughter gets home from school, things like that!... More

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$15–17/hr
Ormond Beach, FL • 5 miles away

Part-Time Sitter for Fun 4 y/o Girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Fun loving family with a 4 y/o daughter. Looking for someone to help with post-school pickup and activites!

Looking for someone to assist with school pickup, transportation, homework and activities each day.

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