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.

$16–20/hr
Commerce Township, MI • 25 miles away

Summer Sitter for 2 Amazing Girls (ages 6...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

We are the Stevens family - mom, dad and 2 daughters age 6 and 9. Plus a kitten and dog. The girls love to be outside all summer going to parks, riding bikes, swimming and just having fun. Plenty to do at the house on rainy days too.
I am looking for help to care for my daughters over the summer. I... More

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$13–18/hr
Flushing, MI • 14 miles away

Part-time sitter for playful infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 2:30pm (flexible)

I have a 8 month old boy whose just start getting his teeth in. His dad works 8-5pm everyday, while I work part-time usually mon, wed, and Fri early mornings to late afternoons.I will just need help watching my boy in the few hours I'm working till my fiance gets home.
I will need him to be fed... More

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$20–24/hr
Commerce Township, MI • 25 miles away

Part time sitter for 3 energetic kiddos

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

Looking for some help Monday through Thursday 2:30 to 6 pm. Responsibilities include picking up from school, preparing snacks/meals, driving to/from activities, helping with homework.

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$17–21/hr
Fenton, MI • 9 miles away

Part-time sitter for 3 playful...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have 3 kids (4, 2.5 and 1). They love to play outside and have interactive play time. We do not utilize screen time as entertainment.
Looking for an occasional babysitter to help our family. We will be utilizing care for date night, events etc.

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$25–30/hr
Clarkston, MI • 18 miles away

3 days a week /some weekend date nights-...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family of six. Looking for regular weekly babysitting 3 days per week approx 2pm-7:30 pm (we’re flexible) and one day or evening weekend day for date nights.

3 year old is verbal and high functioning autistic. Oldest daughter is 14 and does not need care.
Middle children are 7,8

Snacks and... More

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$11–12/hr
Durand, MI • 18 miles away

Part time for 2 twin boys

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Just moved to the area from wyoming.. need a babysitter so I can work form home.
Just watch then while I work from home. I need someone e to feed them lunch.

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$12–15/hr
Flushing, MI • 14 miles away

Occasional sitter for the sweetest baby...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/19

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

Josh, Lauralyn and Marguerite aka Maggie. We have two dogs Otis and Chichi and a senior cat Kiara. Maggie is a super happy baby! We are looking for someone to sit her for special instances when I need to go into the office or occasional date nights. The dogs are kept separate from the baby so you... More

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$14–16/hr
Commerce Township, MI • 25 miles away

Part Time sitter for two creative kids

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of 4, mom and dad work. Weare looking for a few hours here and therefor date nights and 2 weeks in summer to look after kids
Would like the sitter to be friendly and patient. We have a 5 year old just coming out of Junior Kindergarten ( sometimes he has a hard time pronouncing... More

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$10–13/hr
Grand Blanc, MI • Less than a mile

Part time-Every other week

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

2 very energetic young boys who love Minecraft, Roblox, and playing outside

Provide care and prepare meals during the daytime. Entertain and supervise children in the home.

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$19–23/hr
Milford, MI • 24 miles away

Sundays & 2 evenings a week for a 1st grader

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30pm - 8:30pm (flexible)

Looking for a sitter for my son every Sunday & regularly on weekdays. Weekday evenings would fluctuate a bit, but would be given dates 3 weeks out. Sundays would switch from mornings to afternoons every other week.

My son is a creative, science loving 1st grader. He'll talk your ear off about... More

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$17–18/hr
Clarkston, MI • 18 miles away

Summer Care M/W for my 3 littles

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm

I am looking for a mothers helper/babysitter to watch my 3 kiddos - boy 2.5, girl 5 in July and girl 7 in August on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9-4 - I do work from home and can help as needed but will stay out of the way if that’s easier. That’s reflected in the pay. We have a playground the kids... More

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$25–35/hr
Clarkston, MI • 18 miles away

Occasional sitter for two girls (toddler...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of four with two girls ages 1 and 4! We also have one small dog who typically will keep to himself! We love spending time outdoors and cooking meals together.
We will need you to take care of our girls and let the dog out periodically. We are looking for an occasional sitter, but are... More

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$10–12/hr
Clarkston, MI • 18 miles away

Full time sitter for 4

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 6:30pm

Single mother of 4 6,4,3 looking for a full time responsible sitter. Who was a lot of patience because my youngest is autistic & ADHD
be responsible and care for my children especially my youngest as he is full of energy.

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$12–20/hr
Clarkston, MI • 16 miles away

Date night sitter

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

Just typical family 5 kids 3 boys 2 girls parents looking for date nights

Just feed them dinner and put them to bed nothing out of. The. Ordinary

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