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.

$18–22/hr
Jacksonville, FL • 20 miles away

Sitter for evenings

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a sitter to play and practice language skills with our four year old son.

We are looking for someone to play and practice English language speaking with our 4 year old son.
The language practice should be in the way of playing, reading, and setting up pretend role plays.

The... More

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$17–21/hr
Green Cove Springs, FL • 24 miles away

Part Time sitter for 2 Kids must be dog...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

family of four, looking for a babysitter for certain occasions like date nights. we do have a dog that needs to be let out.
take care of the kids make sure they brush teeth and go to bed on time.
we live in green cove springs, need a sitter ASAP 12/12 5-12am

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$18–22/hr
Ponte Vedra, FL • 18 miles away

Great Opportunity for Someone Looking for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Hi, we're the young grandparents of a great 6 year old girl who we are raising. We have always had Au Pairs or nannies who have stayed with us for 2 years+ and are looking for the same this time. This is very important as we strive to create a consistent and stable environment and are very picky... More

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$18–22/hr
Ponte Vedra, FL • 18 miles away

Part-time sitter for our son Liam for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Our family just moved from Georgia to Ponte Vedra Beach Florida. I work in Cybersecurity and my wife Whitney is a lawyer. Liam, our son, is about to turn nine and loves Legos, Minecraft, and Disney movies.
We are looking for a sitter for occasional date nights on the weekends.

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$18–22/hr
Jacksonville, FL • 20 miles away

Part-time sitter for energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Seeking occasional sitter for our 2 year old son when the need comes up.

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$15–20/hr
Saint Augustine, FL • 11 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We’re a busy military family seeking a reliable babysitter for occasional date nights and evening events. We have four kids, but you’ll be caring for our 7-year-old daughter and 1-year-old son. Our daughter is bright, helpful, and loves playing games, while our son is an energetic, curious... More

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$15–20/hr
Jacksonville, FL • 20 miles away

Looking for the perfect sitter for my babies

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 5:30pm

I have 3 babies, a 22 month old and a 13 month old set of twins I’m looking for a special person to watch my babies in my home while I work.
They will be responsible for basic care including feedings. I would also like the individual to engage in activities for growth and development I.e reading... More

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$15–20/hr
Saint Augustine, FL • 11 miles away

Part time sitter for a 15 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

My husband and I have a sweet little boy and we are looking to get an in home nanny.
Watch him, play with him, do fun educational activities, feed him lunch, change him, nap time twice a day, etc.

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$15–18/hr
Jacksonville, FL • 20 miles away

Flexible sitter for sweet 2 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a very relaxed family who enjoy fun and each other’s company. We are looking for someone with a flexible schedule to watch the little one occasionally during the week.

I are looking for someone to care for and entertain my sweet 2 year old.

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$19–30/hr
Saint Augustine, FL • 11 miles away

Executive who does business travel =...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 12:00am

Seeking a childcare provider who can take care of my son when I have to do business travel and work late. He is 9 years old.

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$10–11/hr
Jacksonville, FL • 21 miles away

Full time ,

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

It is a family of 3 mom dad and daughter an adorable girl, we just moved them from Jacksonville

I need someone responsible who can work on weekends and drive and that I can work from 9 am to 8 pm

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$19–23/hr
Saint Augustine, FL • 11 miles away

Part-Time Sitter Mon-Fri from 2PM-4PM in...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 4:00pm (flexible)

Family in St. Augustine in need of assistance with getting our special needs son off the school bus daily, and preparing a light snack.

Getting my son off the school bus and preparing a snack as I work remote.

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$20–23/hr
Saint Johns, FL • 21 miles away

Part time sitter for wfh mom and husband...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 8:30pm (flexible)

Hi! My wife and I both work and we have a 9 year old son and a 10 year old daughter. Son takes karate lessons a few days per week and daughter dance lessons. We also have a family dog that is 4 years old.
Pickup kids at 2:45pm from school carline or we could have bus bring home and you pickup from... More

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$16–18/hr
Saint Augustine, FL • 11 miles away

Date nights for our 7 year old son

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Our son is 7 years old and in 2nd grade . He loves drawing , and Roblox .
Heat up dinner , remind to brush teeth out on pjs and put to bed .Play card games or board games or Nintendo switch
Date nights a couple times a month

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