$15–25/hr
Palatine, IL • 14 miles away

Part time sitter for my children

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.

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 08/17

3:30pm - 10:30pm (flexible)

We are a family of four. We have two adorable boys. We have one 3 year old and one 3 months old

Caring for the boys, making meals and snacks and light cleaning, bed time routine

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$20–22/hr
Wilmette, IL • 17 miles away

Caregiver Needed for 3 Children on...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a reliable babysitter for three children aged preschool and elementary. The job starts on the Saturday of the week you were hired. Saturday 2 to 7 pm and Sunday 1:30 to 6:30. With a little flexibility for the end time. (Compensation will reflect any added time)
Responsibilities... More

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$23–27/hr
Chicago, IL • 25 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We're expecting our first child in August. We are looking for a responsible and caring babysitter to take care of our infant starting around November 2025. The babysitter will provide a safe and nurturing environment, feed the baby, change diapers, assist with nap times and daily activities. The... More

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$23–32/hr
Evanston, IL • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter for an energetic and fun...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 08/07

6:00pm - 11:00pm (flexible)

We’re looking for a sitter that can occasionally fill in for Date Nights.

Services are as needed. Daughter needs to be fed dinner (I will provide) and bed time is at 8pm. No screen time after 8pm.

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$15–23/hr
Wheeling, IL • 13 miles away

Occasional Sitter for 3yr old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a loud, chaotic and loving family. We love going out and having fun. My daughter.has a very sassy personality.
I need someone to be able to watch my daughter and take care of her. Ability to put her to sleep and give snacks only when needed.
Wheeling,IL.

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$25/hr
Evanston, IL • 21 miles away

Part Time Nanny for 2 Children (8 yo, 10...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Nanny needed for 2 children (9 yo, 10 yo) in South Evanston. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Hours 6:45 -9:30 am and 3:30 - 6:15 pm. 5.5 hours / day, 22 hours/week. Hours guaranteed weekly. Paid vacation and sick time provided. This is a W2 job. Take home pay $25/hour AFTER taxes,... More

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$15–19/hr
Kenosha, WI • 19 miles away

Seek Reliable Babysitter for Two Children:...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Request on hold for now. I am the grandmother who helps my son when I can come to town. He is a single dad. We seek a reliable babysitter for two children aged 3 and 6 yrs. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 7:30 AM -10am in the mornings and 4:30 -8 pm in the evenings from Monday through... More

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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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Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant

Part-time sitter for an energetic and fun...

Part-time sitter for an energetic and fun...

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Occasional Sitter for 3yr old

Part Time Nanny for 2 Children (8 yo, 10...

Part Time Nanny for 2 Children (8 yo, 10...

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Seek Reliable Babysitter for Two Children:...

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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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