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
Clio, MI • 25 miles away

Part-time sitter for 9 month old girl and...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My name is Zac and me and my wife Ashley are looking for a sitter 1-2 nights a week for 3-4 hours for our 9 month old baby girl, Penelope and 10 year old son, Keith.
Infant: Prepare formula bottles, feed baby food, change diapers, and follow bedtime routine.
10 year old: Prepare meals/snacks. Follow... More

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$13–15/hr
Linden, MI • 4 miles away

Look for Nanny for 3 year old in our home!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm

Looking for someone to watch my 3 year old Wednesdays from 8a-5p. Also would love someone who could pick up my 7 year old from school at 330p. My husband gets home from work around 5pm.
In our home care for a 3 year old. Feed snacks and lunch. Be comfortable with Our dog.

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$18–22/hr
Novi, MI • 25 miles away

Looking for a one time only babysitter for...

5+ children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/21 - 12/22

4:00pm - 12:00am

Hello, I am representing the company I work for in search of a babysitter that could take care of a few kids (4-6) while our company's holiday party is going on.
Keep the children engaged with activities and/or snacks while the holiday party is going on.

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$17–20/hr
Lake Orion, MI • 23 miles away

Infant Care Needed on Wednesdays Starting...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 3:30pm

We’re looking for part time care for our son on Wednesdays from 7:30am-4pm starting in January.

We would be open to either 1:1 in-home care, a local certified in-home daycare or nanny share with similar aged little one(s) — willing to host every week at our home in Lake Orion or alternate weeks.... More

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$15–22/hr
Lake Orion, MI • 23 miles away

Nanny Needed for Childcare Before and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 10:00am (flexible)

Hi!! Our family consists of myself, Dave, wife Kim, and 4 kids. Hailey is 14, Landon is 12, Emmett is 6, and Callie is 4. They are all great kids and involved in many extracurricular activities.
We are looking for someone to assist in getting our 6 year old and 4 year old to and from school. Emmett... More

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$18–20/hr
Novi, MI • 25 miles away

Babysitter before care needed

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 9:30am (flexible)

Family of 4! In need of before and/or after care for Alejandra 7 years old and Daniel 4 years old

Need help with before and/or after care for my 2 kids. From 6:30 a.m until they wake up and take them to school at 8:50 and 9:00 a.m. This would be 3 days per week. If your time permits, could also... More

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$10–16/hr
Grand Blanc, MI • 9 miles away

Care needed for 4 year old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

Hello! We are looking for a recurring sitter on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10-4

We are looking for someone who will be very active and help with school work and potty training. We do not want someone to be sitting on their phone the entire time they are here.

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$10–15/hr
Linden, MI • 4 miles away

Full-time sitter for 1 toddler and 1 baby...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

Our daughter is 21 months old and loves to play doll house with her little people, loves watching peppa pig, and super simple songs, but most of all she loves reading!
We are expecting a second child so the rate would increase after the new baby comes in March 2024.
Looking for someone to play, do... More

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$10–16/hr
Atlas, MI • 12 miles away

Recurring sitter for active 4 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 4:00pm

Hello! I am looking for a nanny 2 days a week (Wednesday and Thursday) from 10-4 in Grand Blanc for my 4-year-old son. I would prefer that you are CPR and First Aid certified. I am looking for someone energetic and who loves kids. I am expecting you to be very engaged in playing with and teaching... More

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$15–20/hr
Davisburg, MI • 11 miles away

4 day per week fill in for 6-month old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am

Seeking in-home care for specific dates in December and January for one 7-month old baby.
Our regular nanny is going on maternity leave. We have everything you need to care for baby in our home.
We are looking for someone to come to our home during the dates/times indicated below (M-Th ONLY 9-5... More

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$15–20/hr
Keego Harbor, MI • 24 miles away

Part-time Nanny for Infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We are a family of one infant daughter (to be), due in February. Looking for care to start around the beginning of June 2024, when my maternity leave is up.
We are looking for for a kind, loving, caring and helpful nanny. This roll would begin as part time but has the potential of becoming full time... More

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$13–16/hr
Pontiac, MI • 24 miles away

Part Time sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

I am a working mom with two beautiful daughters. They are very energetic and love
I will be needing a sitter to watch them on my work days. Typically someone who is experienced in child development.
My work schedule is created by me and would typically vary. I tend to be very thorough with my time... More

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$18–22/hr
Walled Lake, MI • 22 miles away

Part-time with possibilities of full time...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi I’m Doneicia and I have two lovely kiddos boy and girl! We are a very loving, playful energetic family ! We love to read do art projects play board and video games we love playing with toys together we like to go for walks and we love going to the park!
I just need a awesome sitter who can watch... More

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$10–15/hr
Atlas, MI • 12 miles away

Part time sitter for 1 special need and 2...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Mom works a lot and need a hand managing the kid's demanding schedule while at work. Baby boy, 7Y, is the oldest, ASD nonverbal, very sweet young man, but elopement prone. Baby girl 4.5y is the second oldest, very spirited and adorable toddler, and baby girl, 9mths is the youngest and cutest... More

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