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
Evergreen Park, IL • 13 miles away

Partime sitter to 4 year old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 4:00pm (flexible)

Mom of 3 little ones 4 years old. 2 years old and 8 month old looking for sitter to pick up my 4 year old from ABA therapies and bring him home.

I need a sitter to pick up my son from ABA therapies. A therapist will bring him to your car and you will sign him out on device. I don’t have... More

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

Part-time Sitter for Infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 7:00pm (flexible)

My husband and I are new parents to an almost 5 month old baby girl. We are looking for assistance with childcare in our home one day a week in the Fall.
We are looking for someone who will play with the baby, feed her meals, and put her down for naps.

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$10–23/hr
Chicago, IL • 14 miles away

Late Night Sitter for 3

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Iam a mom of 3 wonderful, playful & funny children. My husband and I have very little support. However, we create a foundation of love. We speak to our children with great care and nurture them with all we have in us. Our kids are used to lots of playtime. They love to read, sing, dance & paint. We... More

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$21–25/hr
Chicago, IL • 17 miles away

Nanny for 2 sweet preschoolers on...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! My family is moving to Chicago (Hyde Park) and we are looking for a nanny to take care of our 3 and 5 year old starting in either August or September. They will be in school full time but the program ends around 2pm each day. My husband and I both work full time so this role is a very helpful... More

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$20–24/hr
Chicago, IL • 11 miles away

Sitter needed for 5 year old teen. :)

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Spirited family of two looking for a fun sitter to look after 5 year old for occasional instances and possibly weekly relief for mom.
Assistance tidying would be helpful but not necessary. Meals may need to be heated. Child is pretty much self sufficient. Near Beverly.

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$17–20/hr
Chicago, IL • 18 miles away

Part-time sitter of a active little girl!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 6:00pm

We are a fun loving family of 3 plus a dog. Our girl is 4 yrs old going on 5 in October. She is silly funny and knows what she wants.

We need a sitter that is ok with a dog, and someone who can pick up our girl after school, bring her home, feed her a snack and play with her until we get home... More

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$14–18/hr
Schererville, IN • 9 miles away

Part-time sitter for two boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

We have two boys, 16 months and 4 years old. Very sweet but they like to keep us on our toes!

Would include some clean up after the kids, lunch or dinner prep and getting ready for bed. Could potentially also involve pick up from school in Munster. Getting them outside or playtime while I take the... More

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$21–25/hr
Chicago, IL • 23 miles away

Sitter for sweet preschool boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am

We have one preschool boy (3.5 years old) who needs weekday babysitting on days he’s off summer camp.

He likes to read books and play games. We are near 2 public parks where he likes to spend time as well.

We also have a dog, but if a sitter is uncomfortable he can be contained during the... More

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$18–22/hr
Hammond, IN • 9 miles away

Pickup and drop off of 5 yr old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi I’m a mother of 1. Who works at a hospital in Illinois. My day starts pretty early and ends late. My biggest priority is my daughter, her safety and happiness.
I need a reliable person to pick her up from school and take her to her designated after school program. Once done you will take her... More

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

Part-time sitter for a toddler and infant

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 9:00pm

We are a first responder family that needs a flexible babysitter. We have an almost two year old girl and a baby boy who just turned three months. They have been such a beautiful blessing to our family but now that my husband and I are back at work we need some extra child care options!
We are in... More

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$16–17/hr
Tinley Park, IL • 9 miles away

Part-time sitter for 3-yr old preschooler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Searching for an as needed sitter for 3-yr old boy. Must be reliable, patient, and interactive. Able to help with preparing easy kid friendly meals.

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$15–20/hr
Chicago, IL • 23 miles away

Part-time sitter needed in the loop

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

To watch a 5/6 year old boy regularly or on demand over the summer, typically for a few hours in the afternoon/evening when camp is over. Being able to pick up the child from camp would be a plus. Expected to accompany the child to the building's pool if needed, guide him through K level homework... More

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$16–24/hr
Whiting, IN • 11 miles away

Occasional Date Night Sitter

5+ children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hola ! I have 5 amazing kiddies! Looking to have someone for the occasional over night date night every few months.

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$10–12/hr
Chicago Heights, IL • 3 miles away

Reliable, Trustworthy Sitter for 3yr old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am (flexible)

Hello we in need of a trustworthy and reliable sitter if interested please reach out
Fridays I really need the help pick up from school at 6pm and watch my son til 12am it can be your house

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