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.

$15–19/hr
Grand Rapids, MI • 7 miles away

Sitter for toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a couple living in Heritage Hill, downtown Grand Rapids. We have a 17 month old girl who is happy, curious, and loves people. We’re very flexible and always looking for win-win situations.

I’m looking for a sitter who has one or two days available during the week and one evening a week... More

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$17–21/hr
Grandville, MI • 12 miles away

Full time summer care for two playful...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 3:30pm (flexible)

Multi generational home where all adults work. 2 boys with lots of energy who love to play and help out.
Looking for a sitter to watch boys during work hours, longer days on Fridays (7:30a-5:30p) No Mondays

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$17–21/hr
Grandville, MI • 12 miles away

Sitter for two energetic school aged girls

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 8:30pm (flexible)

I have two girls they are both very active. They both participate in competitive gymnastics. The oldest volunteers at the local KDL in Grandville.
My oldest can for the most part care for herself. She mainly just needs help with rides to and from her sports and volunteer work. My youngest is a bit... More

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$14–21/hr
Grand Rapids, MI • 12 miles away

Sitter for 3 kiddos!

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00pm - 4:00pm

We are a family of 5, with 3 kiddos ages 1, 2 and 8! We are an energetic family and love to play outside and have fun!
Watch the kiddos from 12-4, husband might be home in his office working from home some days. You would just have to put the 2 youngest down for a nap and keep the 8 year old... More

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$17–40/hr
Jamestown, MI • 17 miles away

Part-time sitter for energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a single mom who needs care for my 16 month old for appointments and occasionally for work
Watch and interact with 16 month active toddler. Put down for nap and watch on monitor during afternoon nap.

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$17–21/hr
Grand Rapids, MI • 7 miles away

3-4 days a week sitter for 3 toddlers

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 5:30pm

We have a soon to be 4 year old boy and a set of twin girls that are 15 months old. Need times are Wednesdays - Fridays and possible some weeeknds.
Kids are energetic and play great together.

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$14–17/hr
Allendale, MI • 20 miles away

Regular over-night sitter for 3 energetic...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00pm - 1:00pm (flexible)

Will need a sitter available for bedtime, breakfast, and lunch. Sitter will need to be able to care for children in their home.

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$17–21/hr
Grand Rapids, MI • 3 miles away

Back-up sitter needed for 2 toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Children (1 and 2 years old) go to daycare everyday. A babysitter sometimes is needed during weekends or when they cannot go to daycare or daycare is closed.

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$17–20/hr
Byron Center, MI • 12 miles away

Part-time flexible sitter for 2 well...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 6:30pm

We have 2 girls (9 and almost 6), they love to craft, color, and play games. We also have a dog and a cat.
Looking for someone to come play games, color, take kids outside. Make lunch if it's during lunchtime. That's it!

Our schedule for the summer is going to be unusual. We may not need a sitter... More

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$10–12/hr
Zeeland, MI • 22 miles away

Occasional daytime baby sitter for a very...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have just one daughter that needs care a few days a month. She is a very sweet, gentle, and caring girl. She enjoys playing with dolls, doing crafts, playing at the park and going for walks.

I need someone to just watch and engage with Anna while I’m at work for the day. She is a great kid and... More

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$18–22/hr
Lowell, MI • 9 miles away

Summer Care for Four Kids

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Four energetic kids needing care this summer. Three boys, ages 12,11, and 9. One girl, age 4. The older two boys are fairly self sufficient, just need help with meals and reminders. Our daughter loves to play and keep busy.
Local transport to activities such as sport camps, zoo, etc.
Directing kids... More

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$17–20/hr
Grand Rapids, MI • 7 miles away

Occasional date day/ night sitter needed...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We are the Moore Family- looking for an occasional date day/night sitter for our 4 year old daughter Sutton.
Responsibly care for Sutton, she loves to play, create, explore! Thank you!

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$16–20/hr
Shelbyville, MI • 23 miles away

Need sitter for during wedding

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/28

3:30pm - 11:30pm

Need a sitter during a wedding ceremony and reception. will be in a rented cabin on same premise as wedding.

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$20–20/hr
Ada, MI • 4 miles away

Energetic Nanny for Friday Afternoons

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00pm - 4:00pm (flexible)

Busy family in Ada with 4 great kids: two girls (10 & 8) and two boys (7 & 2). No pets. Lots of room to play and tons of things to do!
Looking for care Fridays 2:00-6:00ish PM, either every week or every/other. Nanny will pick up children from elementary school (~1 mile away) and will drop one of... More

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