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.

$15–25/hr
Cherry Valley, IL • 23 miles away

Experienced, Nurturing Caregiver Needed...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 6:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable sitter for four children, ages toddler to elementary, starting on June 23, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The sitter drives the children, prepares meals and snacks, provides care when sick, and assists with toilet... More

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$15–20/hr
Mooseheart, IL • 23 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Infant Care, Meal...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 3:00pm

We are seeking a babysitter for our infant starting June 18, 2025. The schedule includes Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The babysitter will provide care for one child, including preparing meals and snacks. Light housekeeping duties are also required to maintain a clean environment.... More

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$20–24/hr
Gilberts, IL • 23 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler with Toilet...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 12:30pm

We seek an experienced babysitter for our toddler, starting on June 16, 2025. The hours are Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM. The babysitter must have their own car for transportation and experience caring for multiple children. Duties include engaging our toddler in... More

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$16–20/hr
Saint Charles, IL • 23 miles away

Backup sitter for a couple hours in the...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/19

8:30am - 12:30pm

I’m a work from home mom looking for a backup sitter Friday June 20th to Friday June 27th for my 3 month old baby!

Your responsibilities will be to feed him, play with him, and put him down for a nap in the morning while I take my meetings.

Located in St Charles near Charlemagne Park!

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$10–15/hr
Dekalb, IL • Less than a mile

Care for Two Children Ages Preschool and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00pm - 7:00am (flexible)

We need a responsible babysitter for two children aged preschool and elementary. The job starts on June 7, 2025, with flexible scheduling. Work hours are from 10 PM to 7 AM on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The babysitter ensures the children are safe, provides snacks, helps with bedtime... More

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$19–20/hr
Huntley, IL • 24 miles away

Seeking Family Assistant: Reliable Sitter...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am

As the title says we are really looking for a family assistant. Between date nights, running kids to appointments, helping out around the house and even the occasional overnight we have plenty of opportunity for support. Our last assistant was more of a house manager and she was incredible. Now... More

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$18–20/hr
Genoa, IL • 13 miles away

Looking for sitter weekday mornings...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

We need a babysitter for our two children, ages preschool and 1st grade (we homeschool), starting on August 11, 2025. The days and times are flexible, but shifts would be in the mornings. The ideal candidate is comfortable with dogs and cats, can help with basic school work and engages our children... More

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$15–22/hr
Rockford, IL • 24 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Preschooler...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a dependable babysitter to care for our preschool-aged child on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM, starting on June 4, 2025. The sitter must have a reliable vehicle and feel comfortable around pets. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks,... More

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$20–24/hr
Wasco, IL • 18 miles away

Active Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a responsible babysitter starting on July 21, 2025, to care for our three children, ages toddler, preschool, and elementary. The babysitter drives the kids to activities and appointments using their own car. Daily tasks include preparing meals and snacks while ensuring a safe, engaging, and... More

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$10–15/hr
Rockford, IL • 24 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Infant 3-4 days a...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 10:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for our 8mo old infant from August 1, 2025. Looking for someone kind, responsible and experienced. We cloth diaper her so laundry is needed to make sure she has diapers, we also plan to begin potty training soon. We will be starting baby led feeding soon as well so... More

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$20–23/hr
Wasco, IL • 18 miles away

Part time sitter for an infant girl! Mid...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for a sitter for the start of the school year in August. We have 2 elementary school girls and an infant. The older kids are normally off to school by 8:40am. This job is primarily based for the infant. She will be 6months old by August.

Looking for a great care taker with experience with... More

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$20–24/hr
Fox Valley, IL • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschool...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a babysitter starting on May 30, 2025, for one preschool-aged child. The sitter is responsible for supervising playtime, preparing snacks, and assisting with toilet training. The candidate must be comfortable with pets and have their own car for transportation. The babysitter should engage... More

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$18–22/hr
Belvidere, IL • 24 miles away

Supervise and Care for Three Children on...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a responsible babysitter for three children, ages preschool and elementary. The schedule is flexible, starting June 2, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday. The babysitter will engage the children in play, assist with homework, and prepare simple meals. Safety is a priority, so... More

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$17–21/hr
Dekalb, IL • Less than a mile

Part-time sitter for two energetic boys.

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

We have two active boys who love dinosaurs, cars, and playing outside. They normally go to daycare except on Fridays when we work from home.

We need a sitter to engage, play, and make lunch/snacks while we attend online meetings/ work.

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