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
Kaneville, IL • 14 miles away

Part-time sitter for Elburn family

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Seeking babysitter for 10 - 15 days per month. Schedule will change month-to-month but is very flexible. 1 toddler home during school days and 4 children home on weekends. Age Range: 8 - 20 months. Generally need help for 2-4 hours at a time. Ideal position for someone with flexible schedule.

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$19–20/hr
Gilberts, IL • 23 miles away

birthday party help for mermaid makeovers

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 10/27

12:00am - 2:00am

looking for help for a girls Birthday party for 3-6 year olds. looking for two helpers
we need someone to give the girls 'mermaid makeovers', glitter, fake tattoos, gems, hairstyles. we will have all the supplies, approx 2 hours
Elgin, off Randall rd

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$16–23/hr
Sugar Grove, IL • 19 miles away

Nanny needed for adorable toddler girl in...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 4:30pm

We are a family of 3 and new to the Sugar Grove area. My husband is a special ed high school teacher and baseball coach. I am a creative director who works from home. I try to work in my office to give my care-giver time and space with just the baby so I don't distract her. We are looking for... More

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$10–22/hr
Belvidere, IL • 24 miles away

Feed kids take care of them

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00am - 12:00pm

New nanny Ashley Rogers nice person gets us fast food let’s us watch tv
Feed us take our temperature hug us let us do whatever we want to do watch tv
Belivedeer

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$15–20/hr
South Elgin, IL • 24 miles away

Last minute sitter that could turn into...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have two boys ages 5$7 . Looking for a kind energetic sitter who enjoys talking and playing games.

We are looking for a last minute sitter today at 3.30. We are located in south elgin.

3:30-7:30

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$13–15/hr
South Elgin, IL • 24 miles away

Occasional Date Night Sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have two boys ages 5&8. They are very kind and outgoing and love to talk.

Occasional Date Night Sitter. Looking for someone reliable who is fun and energetic.

We are located in South Elgin

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$20–40/hr
Fox Valley, IL • 23 miles away

Overnight and Date Night Sitter Needed

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have four children, Magnolia (14), Domenic (11), Theodore (6), and Olive (5). I also have one dog, a soft coated wheaten terrier, named Rosie.
The sitter would need to put the children to bed, wash their dishes/put them in the dishwasher, let the dog out when needed, and help them clean up their... More

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$10–18/hr
Mooseheart, IL • 23 miles away

Full time sitter for a baby and a...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm

Hello,
I am a single mother of two boys!
We do have a Pomeranian dog
For my 3 month old baby need him to be fed , played with and put to sleep plus the basics diaper change
For my 1 year old he loves to do activities and likes to eat snacks
Hours will vary 9-3 or 9-4 Monday to Friday

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$25–28/hr
Elgin, IL • 24 miles away

Part time sitter for two toddlers and a baby

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

We have 3 kids- 3.5yr old boy Everett, a 2.5yr old girl Emmy, and a 2mo old girl Elena. My husband is a high school teacher and I work night shift as a labor and delivery nurse.
A sitter would arrive at 7am and wait for the kids to wake up. My husband leaves around 720am and I arrive home sometime... More

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$16–20/hr
Huntley, IL • 24 miles away

Part Time sitter for 3 girls

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have 3 girls, and a small dog. We are a 2 Mom household, and we’re a very close knit family.
I just need a sister to keep them safe while we have date nights on weekends
Huntley, Il
Mainly weekends

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$20–35/hr
Wasco, IL • 18 miles away

Part-time sitter for two great boys four...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:30am - 3:30pm (flexible)

We are a family of four, 2 boys age 4 and 1. My husband works from home and will go to the office a couple times a week, I am working part time as needed. but eventually will like to work more if we find the right childcare. My four year year-old is in preschool four days a week, He is very... More

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$20–24/hr
Paw Paw, IL • 21 miles away

Part time regular after school child care

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Needing childcare for 2 after school until a parent is home! Would need reliable transportation as rural but do have a small farm with 2 medium dogs (friendly) in home. There would be days on early dismissal (min 2 Fridays a month) for extra playtime and pay!

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$20–24/hr
Elgin, IL • 24 miles away

Occasional sitter for baby and toddler

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We have a baby boy and 3 year old daughter. Our daughter is currently in preschool and learning so much. We also have a dog and a cat in our home. Both pets are super friendly! My husband and I both work but rotate our hours so one of us is usually home with the kids but we occasionally need... More

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$16–22/hr
Rochelle, IL • 16 miles away

Part-time Sitter to help mom with Toddler...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for a sitter for part time help with our 1.5 year old toddler. We just welcomed our newborn and are looking for part time intermittent help 1-2x a week for 5-6 hours. This position would more so be assisting a stay at home Mom with our newborn and 1.5 year old

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