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.

$10–11/hr
Clarkston, MI • 24 miles away

Full/part time sitter for infant

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I'm due may 28th and I may or may not be able to change shifts at work to help with child care so im putting this out just incase I need help while I work the night shift
Infant care, feeding, changing, naps, possible bedtime, washing bottles

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$13–15/hr
Roseville, MI • 12 miles away

Part-time sitter for 5 respectful...

5+ children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My name is Tedra I have 5 children 4 girls De’Lani (6) Sundai (3) Te’Ari (2) Te’Niaa (9 months) and 1 boy Malik he is the oldest (8) they are all very respectful smart funny fun and outgoing children
DeLani and Malik are the only 2 in school right now so they’ll need homework checked Malik has... More

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$14–19/hr
Detroit, MI • 6 miles away

I Attend. path that helped me look for a...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have 2 boys that love to run around and play a lot. Need someone here to watch them. Why I go to Detroit works?
Need to watch the kids. I make fso you can feed and heat up frail. I just need 5 hours of them being launched.
I need to launch twice a week.

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$18–22/hr
Detroit, MI • 18 miles away

My four year old daughter very sweet ...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

It just me and my daughter work in canton and need assistance Monday-Friday from 2 to 5 pm
I need a sister that keep at therehome my I live with my family so I need to drop my baby off

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$10–25/hr
Westland, MI • 14 miles away

Part time sitter to help with pick up from...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello, am Samantha, I have a 5 year old son who is a lot of fun! Enjoys being outside, using his imagination. I am a full time single working mommy that just needs a little extra help with pick up.
Pick up from summer camp, bring home, maybe dinner or a snack. 2-3 hours a day.
I currently work 8-6,... More

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$24–28/hr
Westland, MI • 14 miles away

Occasional sitter to watch my children...

5+ children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have 5 little ones I work and go to school full time and I like to get out of occasionally. I have a 3 month old, 16 month old, 3,7, and 9 year old,m. They’re all loving, smart, funny, and helpful.
Watch my kiddos occasionally 2x a month 3-5 hours each sitting. Play games with them, help with... More

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$10–13/hr
Taylor, MI • 15 miles away

Sitter/Nanny for a toddler and infant

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a family of 5, Dad, Mom, 2 year old girl, 5 month old boy and a 10 year old puppy!

Dad works a lot of hours and I work Monday 7-3 and Thursdays 3-10 but dad will be home by 8 typically at the latest. I’m also looking for some hours Tuesdays and Fridays so I can get work done on the... More

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$12–15/hr
Clinton Township, MI • 15 miles away

Part time sitter for 2 energetic girls

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

It’s just me and my 2 girls they love to play makeup and dress up and loves to snack

I need someone who is caring and love kids. Someone who doesn’t mind when my toddler cry and can handle the kids

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$12–15/hr
Troy, MI • 9 miles away

Baby Boy needs Sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are family of 4. Mithran is six months old. He needs sitter occasionally.

Mithran needs to engaged and play with him. Make him understand new things on everyday basis.

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$15–22/hr
Dearborn, MI • 11 miles away

Part time sitter for one kindergartener

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for someone to watch our 5 year old. She’s in kindergarten so lots of energy. We have have two pitbulls and a dachshund.
Entertain and put her to bed. Be comfortable with large dogs and able to let them out if needed.

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$25–35/hr
Clarkston, MI • 24 miles away

3 days a week- four children...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 3:00pm

four children. youngest is 3 years old diagnosed moderate autistic so we need somebody with experience for special needs.he is high functioning and verbal. middle children are seven and eight years old, oldest is going to be 14. permanent two day a week schedule. We are flexible on the days and... More

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$18–22/hr
Westland, MI • 15 miles away

Occasional sitter for energetic and...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi there! Myself and my son live in Westland. He is very sweet and playful, loves playing pretend, Pokemon, and candy. He has medicated ADHD.
I am looking for a regular sitter to watch him when i have occasional nights out. I will provide dinner, you just need to hang out and put him to bed :)

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$10–20/hr
Taylor, MI • 15 miles away

After School sitting

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am

3 kids - 13 yr old boy (independent), 9 yr old boy with down syndrome, 7 yr old girl. 2 dogs.
pick kids up from school. get 1 kid off bus. care for them until i get home from work 530/6ish. make and feed dinner most nights
located in taylor near 94/Pelham area.

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$18–20/hr
Rochester, MI • 20 miles away

Part-time nanny for our 3 year old son

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek will be responsible for our child's daily care and developmental stimulation. In addition to being a team player able to work alongside the parents, the ideal candidate must possess the following:
Previous full-time experience as a nanny of similar-aged children, current or former... More

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