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.

$10–15/hr
Washington, MI • 14 miles away

Part-time sitter for one preschooler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

One 3 year old. Grandparents used to watch her, but now they are too busy! Looking for someone to come into the house while I work from home.
Just hang out with my daughter. That's it. Play games, and watch TV. I'm here all day.

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$20–21/hr
Detroit, MI • 25 miles away

My kids are energetic but they are calm...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 6:30pm

Hi I’m a single mother with two kids trying to work there ages are 8m girl & 1yr boy
Watch my kids while I work so I can take care of my kids without having to depend on others

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$10–15/hr
Troy, MI • 15 miles away

Occasional sitter for little boy and girl

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have an almost 5 year old boy and 2.5 year old girl. We have a dog, but he mostly stays with my family, so it’s rare he’ll be here when we need a sitter. We’re looking for a sitter occasionally during a weekend day or weekend night.

Play with the kids, feed them, clean up after them, put them... More

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$18–22/hr
Franklin, MI • 18 miles away

Part-Time Sitter/Driver

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 5:00pm

We are a very active family with an even more active teenager who is a competitive dancer. We are looking for someone to join our family and support our growing and active high school freshman.

Our daughter dances at school and at a studio so her schedule is a tad bit hectic. We need assistance... More

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$13–16/hr
Clarkston, MI • 9 miles away

Part time sitter for one year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 1:00pm

We live in Clarkson, we’re a family of four. Our older daughter started kindergarten and we’re looking for someone to come play with him while i work at home.
It’ll be great if you can help him with breakfast. And mostly play with him and maybe take him for a story time at the library.

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$10–18/hr
West Bloomfield, MI • 14 miles away

Sitter for craft little girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 4:30pm

We are a fun family of 3. My daughter is going into GSRP, and my son is in 2nd grade. I am a teacher for 6th grade!
Care for Nevaeh on Fridays when she does not have GSRP. She loves to do crafts and other activities.
Need Monday - Friday for one week and Fridays after only

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$13–15/hr
Royal Oak, MI • 19 miles away

Part-time sitter for two young kiddos

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 4:30pm (flexible)

Our little ones are one and three and very busy! We also have a cat who is very low maintenance and mostly stays out of the way.
I’m looking for someone to watch my 3-year-old while my 1-year-old takes her afternoon nap

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$12–20/hr
Farmington, MI • 20 miles away

Looking for loving sitter

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of five. Twins boys (2yrs) and a girl (5yrs) that are looking for a caring babysitter on an as need basis (hourly).
We have a small puppy dog that is hypoallergenic and in his own area throughout the day (sitter won’t need to take care of him).

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$15/hr
Macomb, MI • 20 miles away

Pick up/ drop off sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 12:00pm

Hello I’m looking for a bright person to come help me with my two beauty i babies my old west he start kindergarten next week from 8-3 I’m looking for Simone who can drop him off and pick him up sometimes through out the week. Also while he is school I have an 16 month year old who is my world my... More

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$18–20/hr
Rochester, MI • 7 miles away

Nanny needed for 2.5 year old - Monday to...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

The person we are seeking will be responsible for the daily care and developmental stimulation of our child. 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,... More

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$15–20/hr
Rochester, MI • 7 miles away

Nanny for daytime on Saturdays and or Sundays

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a weekend nanny with toddler experience to watch our son. We require this person to be responsible, punctual, and someone who will interact with our son. The duties would be feeding, putting him down for naps, cleaning bottles, changing diapers, playing with him, and ensuring he... More

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$13–17/hr
Novi, MI • 24 miles away

Looking for an after-school sitter (Novi, MI)

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for an after-school sitter for our fun and energetic 8-year-old to engage in after-school pick-up and activities

The ideal candidate is responsible, clean, and non-smoker. Willing to help with light housekeeping, laundry, and meal prep. Should have reliable transport, a clean... More

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$20–25/hr
Royal Oak, MI • 19 miles away

Part time baby sitter through the week....

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 10:00am (flexible)

We are a family of 4, just moved up to Royal Oak from Indiana. The kids are very well behaved with adults and love being outside. Atlas loves Pokémon and Rheya is a Disney princess girly

We’re looking for a sitter on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays to pickup our son from school and hangout with... More

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$15–25/hr
Huntington Woods, MI • 22 miles away

Looking for long term nanny for 4 and 8...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a nice, laidback, and loving family looking for long term help with my 4 and 8-year-old kids.

I am open to part-time and full-time arrangements in the hopes that I will find the right fit and I'm willing to be flexible to make that work. I am looking for a long-term childcare provider who... More

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