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
Hamtramck, MI • Less than a mile

Part-time sitter for a six-months-old baby...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I’m a mom of a sweet 6-m-old girl named Leia. I’m looking for some help a couple times per week. I would love to hire someone sweet, kind who loves to play with my daughter, contribute to her development, sing, read, make her laugh and just have fun with my baby while I can take care of other... More

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$18–22/hr
New Baltimore, MI • 23 miles away

Sitter to watch our 1 year old when...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hiwe are looking for a sitter to watch our 1 year old for when Grandma has dr appointments.
Take care of our child in our home. No need to worry about cleaning or anything else.

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$10–17/hr
Wyandotte, MI • 16 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic sweet...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 4:30pm

I'm a mom of 7. We live in Wyandotte Michigan we have one dog, a turtle, and a cat.
Looking for someone who can watch my 5 year old who has ADHD in my home until his older brothers get home from school, I also have a 4 year old who is on the autism spectrum who gets dropped off at the house around... More

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$13–20/hr
Royal Oak, MI • 7 miles away

Occasional date night sitter needed

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have two children. Violet is 8 and Hudson is 6. They have been begging for a babysitter LOL

My husband and I need an occasional sitter for date nights and evening events. We may need additional help in the summer.

We live in downtown Royal Oak.

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$10–14/hr
Troy, MI • 13 miles away

2 loving girls who want a best friend

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have 4 kids. However I only need a baby sitter for my two younger kids.
The sitter needs to make them dinner and just be present. Sitter needs to get them to bed. I am a corrections officer for a prison in Macomb county. My hours can go anywhere from 8-16.

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$18–22/hr
Dearborn, MI • 9 miles away

Full time sitter/nanny for 3 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

Hello! We are first time parents to a little bundle of joy and energy. I work as a resident at DMC and my husband works from home. We are a non-smoking, no pet household due to allergies. We’re kinda nerdy, like to work out, love trying new coffee shops in Dearborn. I also like to cook and bake a... More

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$10–15/hr
Clinton Township, MI • 15 miles away

part time sitter for two toddlera

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

hi! i have two little ones my husband is currently deployed active duty army i need occasional help with the little ones
you’ll have to be able to cook them meals, light house keeping , put baby down for naps

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$18–22/hr
Utica, MI • 18 miles away

Part-time sitter two toddlers two dogs

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are two family household with twin girls. We need extra hands in the house.we are a same-sex couple married couple.
We will need help doing the weekends with potty training helping out with the dogs, cooking and cleaning.
We are located in Shelby Township
We are looking for someone probably... More

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$12–15/hr
Macomb, MI • 20 miles away

Part-time sitter in home on FRIDAYS for 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We have 5 year energetic preschooler and 15 month toddler always exploring along with a lab. I work from home but need an extra set of hands to keep the kids happy.
My son will go to school full time in the fall but we are looking for a long term fit for my toddler. For the right person this could... More

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$18–22/hr
Detroit, MI • 5 miles away

A busy single dad raising two amazing boys...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Im the single dad of two amazing boys. We also have two great dogs. I have a demanding career that requires me attending evening events.
Occasional school pick up and evening care. This may include making sure they've had dinner and support getting ready for bed.

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$10–25/hr
Ferndale, MI • 5 miles away

part-time sitter for two energetic boys....

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a single mother with two boys. 20 Months and 6 years old. We have two family pets Maverick and Harley.
Will need care for my youngest more often and occasional times for both boys for events or dates with my boyfriend.
Weekends are needed more often in case of events. During the week would be... More

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$17–21/hr
Lincoln Park, MI • 13 miles away

Part time sitter for two young sisters

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Blended family, not used to us leaving them, but getting used to it as we’re introducing them to new consistent routines
Looking for someone to watch two sisters as we go out for date nights.
Outside of Detroit, short term, small dog

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$19–23/hr
West Bloomfield, MI • 19 miles away

When needed sitter for date nights or...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi, we're the Robinson's! We are a family that loves God, each other, and others
Baby sitter during selected Friday or Saturday date nights or special events
Baby evening routine:
Feed
Bath
Book
Bottle
Sleep
Location: our home
Time: will vary between 5p-1a

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$18–20/hr
Rochester, MI • 22 miles away

Part-time nanny for our 3 year old son

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 3:00pm (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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