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
Boise, ID • 7 miles away

Weekly Night Class Sitter Needed (4 hrs)

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 9:30am

We're a family of two with an affectionate cat. I have a class for 8 weeks at this time slot and need support.
I need someone to pick my son up from The Boys and Girls Club,which is 5 minutes from our home. He will need dinner, bath, and bedtime. Bath is flexible, depending on your comfort level. He... More

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$12–15/hr
Boise, ID • 4 miles away

Extra help for our rambunctious 1 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

Hi we are a family of 3 soon to be 4 looking for help with our sweet son.

Some one for a hour Wednesday-Friday to do swim class and 4 hours every other Saturday for a date night

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$18–22/hr
Meridian, ID • Within 1 mile

Occasional baby sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a sitter for our 2.5 year old, paisley. We have a dog so much be comfortable with dogs.
Just play with paisley, feed her dinner/ snack and possibly put her to bed.

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$10–13/hr
Emmett, ID • 21 miles away

Part time sitter for 3 month old baby

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My husband and I live in Emmett Idaho. We love everything outdoors and snowmobiling. We just had our first baby three months ago.

I am looking for someone occasionally to watch our three month old 1-2 days a week while we are at work.

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$12–15/hr
Boise, ID • 5 miles away

Bi-Weekly Care Needed for 13 month old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

Hi, we're the Brasch family! Our son is 13 months old (born 11/2022). I work from home and my husband is a stay at home dad. Because we are stay at home, our son doesn't get a lot of play time with other kids & we struggle to get all projects done.

With Daycare being fairly rigid schedule, we're... More

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$10–15/hr
Boise, ID • 14 miles away

One time sitter for one sweet toddler

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/14

11:30am - 6:30pm

Single mom staying with my aunt & uncle + cousins n pets! I have 1 child, she is 15 months.
Just take good care of my sweet babygirl, breakfast, lunch, + snacks and diaper changing. She lays down for one nap a day, and loves cartoons n toys.
I'm outside of Boise by the Stage Stop

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$14–22/hr
Meridian, ID • Within 1 mile

Short spurt

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Single mama. Energetic but adorable kiddos. Cora (4) and Connor(7). They love crafts and building forts and movies.
I have an appt at 530 I really can't miss. Hoping you can come from 5-630ish. Maybe make them some dino nuggets?
Near Overland and Cloverdale.

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$22–26/hr
Eagle, ID • 7 miles away

Occasional sitter for two energetic...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have 2 fun boys. They love to build, play outside, read, and do art/pretend play.
Help with toilet training, play with them, do learning activities, help with nap.

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$18–22/hr
Meridian, ID • Within 1 mile

Part time sitter for two girls.

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have two girls (ages 8 and 4) who are very sweet, well behaved, and fun.
We are looking for help during the weekends and occasional date nights.

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$18–25/hr
Boise, ID • 5 miles away

NYE sitter for two fun 5 year olds

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We’re a family of 5 humans, 2 dogs and 4 fish. We’re easy going and friendly. We have twin 5 year olds (that’s who you’d be watching!) and a 17 year old who’s a busy kid so may be in & out while you’re here. We run a chaotic but chill home :)
This job would be to keep twin 5 year olds alive and tuck... More

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$20–24/hr
Boise, ID • 7 miles away

Sitter to let my kids know it’s time to go...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30pm - 11:30pm (flexible)

We have four kids ages 5-11 helpful easy going kids. Looking to have date nights every Wednesday or every other and occasionally on weekend nights.
Just looking for someone to keep an eye on the kids and let them know it’s time to go to bed.
Kids will be fed and will hang out until about 7:30 when... More

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$10–11/hr
Kuna, ID • 9 miles away

Partime sitter for 6 month old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! Our names are Parker and Anna, the proud parents of 6 month old Leon. I am 20yrs old while Parker is 22. We’re not looking for any crazy coverage. Maybe just now and then to get a little break.

We would like some help around the house while you watch leo. Maybe do some dishes or put in a... More

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$15–20/hr
Boise, ID • 14 miles away

Part Time Nanny

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a part-time nanny / house manager who is willing to work 2-3 days per week. Primarily taking care of our 1 year old son including developmental play, reading, walks, meal prep and help with light laundry and tidying the kitchen and playroom areas while he naps.
Our 3 year old... More

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$11–100/hr
Eagle, ID • 7 miles away

After school nanny for two kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking Nanny that can drive kids to various places for after school activities

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