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.

$13–23/hr
Livonia, MI • 14 miles away

Part time sitter for an awesome ten year.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi it's Jennie. Looking for a great sitter that could look after my 10 year old daughter.
Looking for a sitter to just make sure my daughter is safe and sound. Nothing is needed.

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$18–21/hr
New Hudson, MI • 19 miles away

Part time sitter needed

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I’m looking for someone to regularly watch my 2 year old and occasionally 4 year old while I go to the gym on Monday, Wednesday,Thursday, and Friday from about 6:30 pm till about 8:45/8:50 pm

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$15–20/hr
Farmington, MI • 9 miles away

Part time sitter for 3 year old toddler.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello, I am a single mother with a loving 3 year old baby girl. I currently work at the bank and the hours are not aligning with her pick up and drop off time at school, so I’m hoping to find some extra help.
Pick Naomi up from school, prepare a lunch and wait at home until I get off work at 7pm.

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$15–25/hr
Detroit, MI • 18 miles away

I need a babysitter for two energetic boys

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a single mother, looking for help. My kids are very outgoing and happy.

I just need you to wash them till I get off of work and feed them and that’s it

I will need a babysitter from 12:20 to 9:45 at night

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$47–48/hr
Warren, MI • 14 miles away

Part time sitter to drop my daughter off...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am (flexible)

Please text reg application..I’m a proud single mom to a kind, independent 9-year-old daughter who’s thriving in school and life. She’s my daily inspiration and greatest blessing.

I need the sitter to pick my daughter up at 8:20a and drop her off at school and stay with her til 430

Warren... More

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$21–25/hr
West Bloomfield, MI • 6 miles away

Date night sitter for the Barrett kids

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi my name is Cameron and my wife and I are new to Michigan. We are looking for a weekend care taker to baby sit for my toddler son while my wife and I are out. We are looking for a sitter with the ability to prepare meals and handle bed time for our 1 year old son. My daughter will be home as well... More

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$20–30/hr
Huntington Woods, MI • 9 miles away

After-school nanny for adorable 9 year...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for an after-school (and occasional weekend) nanny for our adorable 9 year old girl. She is super sweet, engaging, and hilarious. She also has special needs but communicates fully and is super social. We would love someone to join our family for many years to come!

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$10–20/hr
Macomb, MI • 19 miles away

Nanny required for infant girl (4months...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for a nanny to look after a 4 month old, while i am working from home. ( 4-6 hours a day). Prior experience with infants/ experience working in a daycare preferred.

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$11–20/hr
Novi, MI • 15 miles away

Baby sitter/Nanny for 6month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for a baby sitter from Mon-Fri 11:30am-6:30pm for a 6month old baby. We would prefer someone with a prior experience of handling infants , certified.
Need to drive. Help with baby's laundry/cleaning baby stuff (like bottles etc).
Change diapers , Prepare food and feed , burp the baby and... More

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Find a Babysitting Job in Bloomfield Hills, MI

Part time sitter for an awesome ten year.

Part time sitter for an awesome ten year.

Part time sitter needed

Part time sitter needed

Part time sitter for 3 year old toddler.

Part time sitter for 3 year old toddler.

I need a babysitter for two energetic boys

I need a babysitter for two energetic boys

Part time sitter to drop my daughter off...

Part time sitter to drop my daughter off...

Date night sitter for the Barrett kids

Date night sitter for the Barrett kids

After-school nanny for adorable 9 year...

After-school nanny for adorable 9 year...

Nanny required for infant girl (4months...

Nanny required for infant girl (4months...

Baby sitter/Nanny for 6month old

Baby sitter/Nanny for 6month old

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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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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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