$18–22/hr
Marengo, IL • 22 miles away

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Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

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$25–25/hr
Elgin, IL • 24 miles away

Life Coach for an Autistic 24 yr old man....

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

I am looking for a person who is interested working with someone who is special needs. My son just turned 24 (more of a 5 yr. old understanding of the world) and needs socialization. Plus, working on communication skills, fine motor, and his iPad/iPhone texting.

Must be dependable, upbeat, fun... More

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$10–15/hr
Saint Charles, IL • 23 miles away

Part-Time Sitter for 2 Toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 2:00pm (flexible)

We are a large family of 4 kids and 5 pets. Kids' ages are 12, 8, 4, and 2.
Looking for a sitter to help get the 12 & 8 year old off to school, and then stay home with the 4 & 2 year olds.

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$12–15/hr
Aurora, IL • 23 miles away

Weekday sitter for less than 6 hours

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My name is Vanessa. Single mom of three and I need help for when it comes to my oldest, 7 Rosie. Middle, 4 Sophie and youngest, 2 Daisy. Help with them while I work weekdays. 10-7

I will have food for them and snacks packed together so just hand it to them and they can eat either living room or... More

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$10–15/hr
Elgin, IL • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter for one energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Single mother of three but only have 1 with me and I live with my cousin and her two kids and two dogs
My son is in potty training and needs constant asking if need to use restroom, I would leave basket full of clean clothes just needs to be put away. Aaron needs to be taking a nap everyday from... More

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$16–20/hr
South Elgin, IL • 24 miles away

Are you available part-time in June?

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We are a family of 5. Mom works days and dad works evenings. We have a 16 yo teenager that spends most of his time at school and after school activities.

We need care for our almost 2-y/o girl (Ellie) and 5-month-old boy (Gio). We need a part-time sitter to come to our home in South Elgin... More

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$17–21/hr
Burlington, IL • 15 miles away

Sitter for 6 year old needed

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 4:30pm (flexible)

We are a family of three looking for a dedicated and compassionate individual to provide connection and play with our 6-year-old while I work from the home.

Our kiddo is a curious, funny, and sweet child who loves to learn about the world around them - and enjoys Fortnight and Minecraft. We are... More

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$12–17/hr
Elgin, IL • 24 miles away

My Girl Charrlotte needs a sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 2:30pm (flexible)

I'm a single father with a beautiful 2 year old little girl. Her name is Charrlotte and she's a great kid. Easy to deal with and kind hearted.

I need a sitter to be with her Monday thru Friday 6:30am to 2pm. Responsibilities include feeding her breakfast and lunch, helping her with potty... More

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How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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Life Coach for an Autistic 24 yr old man....

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Part-Time Sitter for 2 Toddlers

Part-Time Sitter for 2 Toddlers

Weekday sitter for less than 6 hours

Weekday sitter for less than 6 hours

Part-time sitter for one energetic toddler

Part-time sitter for one energetic toddler

Are you available part-time in June?

Are you available part-time in June?

Sitter for 6 year old needed

Sitter for 6 year old needed

My Girl Charrlotte needs a sitter

My Girl Charrlotte needs a sitter

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Babysitting FAQ

How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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