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.

$21–30/hr
Honolulu, HI • 23 miles away

Looking for a sitter

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/15

3:00pm - 9:00pm (flexible)

Hi, we will be visiting and looking for a nanny for 3pm-9pm on Saturday 6/15. The grandparents will be with both kids (2 and 4), but could use an extra set of hands.

Help the grandparents with the two kids. Play with the kid or help feed as needed. Basically an extra set of hands for the... More

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$21–25/hr
Wheeler Army Airfield, HI • 10 miles away

Tired baby mama relief needed for a fun,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi there! Looking for a nanny to care for our super active 4 year old to give this mama a break and maybe a date here and there…
Netflix and Chill with two fur babies while the big kid sleeps (light/occasional Nightmare monster butt whooping might be required lol)!

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$10–20/hr
Jbphh, HI • 15 miles away

School transportation Wed and Fri and some...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 9:00am

My middle school daughter needs transportation in the mornings and afternoons to drop off and pick up from school
hello! I would only need you to pick my daughter up at 830 am Wed and Fri and some Mondays and drop her off at hta in Waipahu
I would also need pickup at three to bring her home on... More

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$21–25/hr
Honolulu, HI • 23 miles away

Occasional sitter for car loving toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a fun loving and adventurous family. Our little guy is energetic and loves cars, planes, and trains.
We are looking for an occasional baby sitter for our 2 year old. This would be for date nights and maybe some weekend events. We also have a 11 year old lab mix that would be more than happy... More

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$20–24/hr
Kapolei, HI • 9 miles away

Aulani Vacation Babysitting

4 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/20

4:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Hi, we are two families, each with two kids, looking to hire a sitter for a few hours in the early evening June 20 - June 23. This likely would entail sitting in our villa and watching them while they play Minecraft! Looking forward to connecting!

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$12–20/hr
Kaneohe, HI • 24 miles away

Occasional sitter for our daughters...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of 4 who have 2 daughters. Our oldest is almost 3 but is tall and advanced for her age. She has a desire to learn and is very full of energy. Our youngest is just 3 months and is a bundle of joy.
We spend a lot of time exploring with our toddler and practicing a Montessori style... More

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$19–23/hr
Wahiawa, HI • 11 miles away

1pm-5pm baby sitter for my one year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have four kids and we are going to visit Hawaii. I have 1 year old that I need help.
I need the baby sitter to stay with me in waikiki beach to help me out with my 1 year old.
Waikiki area

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$20–24/hr
Wheeler Army Airfield, HI • 10 miles away

Occasional Sitter for Infant

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Occasional sitter for infant

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$10–15/hr
Waianae, HI • Less than a mile

Occasional sitter for 1 energetic toddler!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Single mom to 1 toddler (boy) age 4. He’s very energetic, loves to be outside, loves playing with the dogs we have, walks to the beach for sunset with pet, eating? and very much loves conversation.
Just an occasional sitter for a single mom of 1, just light outdoor play, keeping entertained, etc.

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$19–23/hr
Wahiawa, HI • 11 miles away

1 year old boy. Need sitter near ilima...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Baby sit . 1 year old. Don't make much. I work at the Jamaican restaurant.
Babysit 1 year old. I don't make much but need a sitter. I work at Jamaican.
Babysitter needed. I don't make much but need a sitter .

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$10–12/hr
Waianae, HI • Less than a mile

Three days a week sitter for one child

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are the Muncy family of three
Mom name Maile
Dad name Shane
Daughter name Seline 2-3yr
My husband works for the state works all week long. I have a temporary job that soon will be a permanent job, but my job requires me to go in the office at least three times a week we do have a cat and a... More

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$20–25/hr
Honolulu, HI • 23 miles away

Part time sitter for 2 girls

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of 4, Yuki is 10 years old and Miki is 2 years old. Looking for a reliablesitter we can use once in a while.
Need a sitter who will do few activities for the girls while we go out. Dinner will be provided for them as well
Need a sitter for this sat 530-10pm

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$15–17/hr
Jbphh, HI • 15 miles away

Full time sitter for 2yr & 1yr old

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 7:00pm

My 2 yr old loves to use her phone and binge watch things on YouTube (I usually let her watch for an hour then take it away) , she loves to draw & loves playing with her baby brother. My 1 yr old son loves watching ms Rachel and playing with his toys. He also can be clingy and loves attention.
My... More

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$20–25/hr
Waialua, HI • 10 miles away

Seeking a morning nanny in Waialua for our...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am

We are looking for someone to take care of our 2 year old and help her get ready for preschool in the mornings since we both work full time. Dad travels frequently and mom works from home. One of us will usually drive her to school at 7:30am, but occasionally will ask you to drop her off (5 mins) to... More

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