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.

$10–21/hr
Chicago, IL • 18 miles away

Occasionally sitter needed

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

A mother and family of 4. 3 boys and 1 girl. My oldest Christian has ADHD so he takes medicine everyday including at night time before bed. As well as my 4 year old has Autism

Watch over the kids throughout the night until the next morning. The baby normally sleeps through the night if he does... More

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$10–15/hr
Chicago, IL • 7 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a babysitter for our toddler, starting on February 24, 2025. The schedule is flexible but generally from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The caregiver will be responsible for supervising playtime, preparing snacks and meals, and managing nap times. They will engage our child in... More

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$22–26/hr
Glenview, IL • 6 miles away

Part time sitter to preschool age girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:30pm - 3:30pm (flexible)

Hi! We’ve got two sweet kids ages 6 and 3 and two dogs. Happy easy going family!

Sitter will mostly spend time with my daughter age 3 a few hours a week. Play with her, fix snacks, go to park when weather is nice, tidy up house.

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$20–24/hr
Lake Forest, IL • 15 miles away

Long-Term After-School Family Assistant...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Busy family with 2 kids (11.5-year-old boy + 9-year-old girl) + 2 working parents seeks long-term after-school family assistant. Job includes:
*Keep house organized and clean;
*Laundry;
*Manage family calendar, including house maintenance responsibilities, appointments, and activities;
*Open +... More

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$22–26/hr
Chicago, IL • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for 3yo Twins...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a reliable babysitter starting March 7, 2025, to care for 3yo twins. This would be an occasional Friday afternoon, approximately 2pm-6pm (exact timing flexible), 2-3 times per month. The babysitter entertains and engages the children in educational activities and play. They prepare meals and... More

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$20–35/hr
Schaumburg, IL • 18 miles away

Supervise and Care for Three Young...

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 04/23

4:00pm - 10:00pm

We need a responsible babysitter for our three children, ages elementary and preschool (8,6 and 3 years old). The job starts on April 23, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The sitter prepares easy meals. Also the sitter monitors play and resolves conflicts. Previous childcare experience is preferred.... More

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$21–25/hr
Lake Forest, IL • 15 miles away

Full day childcare for 1-yr-old boy on...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a caring babysitter for our 1-yr-old son, Leo, on two Wednesdays in March (19 and 26) for the full day from 8am-5pm in Lake Forest, IL.

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$22–26/hr
Park Ridge, IL • 9 miles away

Active Babysitter Needed for Elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter starting on February 5, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM, Monday to Friday. The role involves caring for two elementary-aged children. The babysitter helps with homework, prepares meals and snacks, drives the children to activities, and performs light housekeeping tasks.... More

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$15–25/hr
Buffalo Grove, IL • 16 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

We seek a responsible babysitter for our infant starting in March. The start date and schedule is flexible, with hours from 9 AM to 2:00 PM 3 days per week (open to Mondays, Tuesdays, Wed). The sitter will engage in daily care, including feeding, changing, and playing with the child.... More

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$26–26/hr
Chicago, IL • 9 miles away

Part time : Caregiver Needed for Four...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hey, this is a part-time job someone who’s available for afternoons we are looking for someone to do school pick up for one son and come home. Come to our house and wait for my other son to come off his school bus. Our other two kids come home via a carpooling set up that we have with another family... More

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$10–27/hr
Berwyn, IL • 16 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 04/26 - 04/27

12:00pm - 11:00am

We need a babysitter for our infant starting on April 26, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 11:30 PM. The babysitter takes care of one child, ensuring their safety and comfort. Responsibilities include feeding, changing diapers, and helping with bedtime routines. The ideal candidate has their own car for... More

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$15–20/hr
Chicago, IL • 13 miles away

Free Trip to Italy + Pay : March 21 - 29

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 03/21

9:00am - 8:00pm

Ever wanted to go to Italy? Have a passport? Sweet. We pay for your ticket, hotel, lunch and dinner everyday. Since kids aren’t exactly old enough for some tours you can explore with us or on your own at your own pace. We meet up as a family for meals and sometimes tours.

We have two wonderful and... More

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$22–26/hr
Chicago, IL • 22 miles away

Caring babysitter Needed for toddler on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am

We seek a responsible babysitter for our infant starting January 22, 2025, on Wednesdays from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. To be picked up from daycare. The babysitter will care for one child, ensuring safety and comfort. Duties include preparing meals, changing diapers, Bedtime and engaging in... More

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$17–20/hr
Willowbrook, IL • 20 miles away

Summer Nanny Position in Willowbrook

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! Our family is located in Willowbrook and interested in hiring summer nanny M-F to help with our two boys, Nathan (8yo) and Ian (5yo).

They will be involved in a few camp activities throughout the summer that will require drop off or pick up.

We are active sport family and they enjoy... More

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