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.

$16–18/hr
Wildwood, FL • Less than a mile

Full time baby sitter for infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 6:00pm (flexible)

Hi. My name is Alashante , and I wanted to introduce myself and my daughter to you. My daughter, Icelynn, is 3 months old, and she's a bundle of joy with a curious mind and a loving heart. She loves playing, watching nursery rhyme videos , reading books, taking pictures, and napping.

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$17–21/hr
Fruitland Park, FL • 9 miles away

short need for first time of about 2-3...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

watch 3 kids, Maris 16, Roman 15, Peter 10. Just need an adult her to watch kids
Will be in a meeting for about 2-3 hours tomorrow. Minimal observation needed.

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$17–21/hr
Ocala, FL • 14 miles away

Full time sitter for a 10 month old baby boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 8:00pm (flexible)

Hi. My name is Jasheria. I’m a family of five. My husband and I have three children. A 12 1/2 year old, 10 year old and a 10 month old.

I’m looking for a sitter that can care for my 10 month old son. Someone that can also teach him things that he needs to know. Take him on walks. Read and sing... More

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$10–15/hr
The Villages, FL • 8 miles away

Occasional sitter needed

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Single dad, need occasional child care from time to time. Lauren is 7 years old and very self sufficient.

Watch her, and take care of food, drinks, and snacks. Also, make sure she brushes teeth and gets ready for bedtime…

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$15–16/hr
Inverness, FL • 22 miles away

Part time sitter for infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm

6 month old baby, I need help with while I work from home, I will be present, however im not able to step away from my computer as easily
Feedings and changing of diaper and help with nap time, over all a very relaxed baby only fussy when hungry or sleepy

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$10–20/hr
Ocala, FL • 14 miles away

Need sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My wife and I are looking for a babysitter for our 2 toddlers, specifically for occasional date nights.

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$12–13/hr
Leesburg, FL • 10 miles away

14 nights per month. Overnight. No cooking...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

Single dad working overnight. Middle schooler. New to the area. Just need someone home while I am at work.
Child will be settled and asleep when you arrive. Just need someone to wake child up for school at 615a. Child will dress and prepare breakfast for himself.
I will likely need someone for... More

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$17–19/hr
Ocala, FL • 14 miles away

Need overnight nanny for newborn

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00pm - 10:00am

Will be welcoming our first baby boy mid september! We also have 2 fur babies.
•Get baby to sleep
•middle of night feedings
•Getting changed
•Getting up/ ready in morning

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$10–15/hr
Inverness, FL • 22 miles away

Part time sitter for a sweet toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I am an elementary school teacher, my husband is a deputy, and we have a 2 year old boy. He is very sweet, loves to read and play with dinosaurs. We are a Christian family and would love to find someone that shares those values.
We would need someone who is comfortable making sure he eats breakfast... More

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$17–21/hr
Summerfield, FL • 9 miles away

Looking for help

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 11:00am (flexible)

Hi , my names is Savannah I have a two year old and four year old son . Just looking for help during the week while I work .
Looking for someone to help me watch the kids during the work week. I work Monday through Friday at a dentist office .

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$17–18/hr
Ocala, FL • 16 miles away

Part time sitter for newborn.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm

Hello, my name is Jenea. I work from home and need help with my newborn, Julius. He will be almost 5 months by the time we need services. $17/hr is too high as it’s 2/3 my pay. I need someone flexible with cost as I will be helping.
Help watch infant. If I cannot feed then to give a bottle, burp the... More

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$17–18/hr
Ocala, FL • 16 miles away

Part time sitter for newborn.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm

Hello, my name is Jenea. I work from home and need help with my newborn, Julius. He will be almost 5 months by the time we need services.
Help watch infant. If I cannot feed then to give a bottle, burp the baby, change the baby etc when I cannot. He will sleep a lot.
This is for two days on two days... More

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$15–21/hr
Groveland, FL • 23 miles away

Full-Time Nanny for Two Boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

Hello! Searching for a nanny to care for two boys in our home in GROVELAND. Ages 2 yrs and 4 months.
I currently work from home. Hours can be flexible however the ideal schedule would be Monday - Friday from 8am-5pm.

Duties would include easy meal prep and clean up, snacks, educational play and... More

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$18–22/hr
Ocala, FL • 24 miles away

Need sitter to look after kids

5+ children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 08/03

6:00pm - 11:00pm

Sitter to watch kids during an event. I will provide food, snacks and games
Sitter to watch kids during an event. I will provide food, snacks and games
Banquet hall

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