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
Monroe, MI • Less than a mile

I need of an occasional sitter for one...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

single Father in need of a babysitter occasionally. Typically grandma watches Quinton of twenty two months full time. Quinton is a very easy going little boy. He’s aprehensive and shy at first, however the more interaction there is between babysitter and him, the more he warms up to him.
The... More

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$13–19/hr
Trenton, MI • 20 miles away

great kids and self-sufficient just like...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My fiance and I have 2 children that stay with us half the summer. 1 child is 6 his name is Brayden our other child is 10 his name is trystan. Have 2 dogs 1 boy 1 girl
Just be there to assist with childs needs as far as food or a emergency. The children are pretty self-sufficient.
I work a steady... More

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$15–16/hr
Ypsilanti, MI • 24 miles away

Summer part time nanny needed for...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm

Hi, we are a family of 4. We have 2 children age 13 and 8 (going on 9 this summer) and our dog Maple. Maple is a 45lb short hair dog that is a little protective of the kids so she barks when visitors come to the door, but she is sweet and has warmed up to all our guests and sitters in the... More

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$10–21/hr
Monroe, MI • Less than a mile

Part-time sitter for one run loving child

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for an occasional sitter for our one child so that we can have the occasionally date.
Someone who will play and prepare meals. We want it to be a fun experience having a sitter come.
Monroe, MI-occasional Friday evening or Saturday afternoon/evening.

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$16–17/hr
Toledo, OH • 16 miles away

Part-time sitter for one rad toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My son means the absolute world to me. We need someone who can be dependable for the both of us. I work long hours sometimes and might need someone to pick him up from daycare until I can get off work.
I would need someone to pick him up from daycare on days that I'm working late also on the days... More

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$18–22/hr
Ypsilanti, MI • 24 miles away

3 days a week 12 hoyr shifts

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 8:30pm

I work 12 hour shift 3 days a week. Wednesday thurs Sat sun Mon Tuesday. Then off for a week and then repeat. I need someone who can accept dhs payments.
Keep kids alive somewhat happy and feed. Help with homework. Get them to activities. bus fare or gas money provided
Comfort them when needed

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$10–13/hr
Detroit, MI • 22 miles away

Backup help for 16mos. Old sweet Boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family of 3 with two small dogs live in Romulus looking for backup help.
Working mom and dad

Take care of my 16 mos old baby.
Feed him
Playtime
Diaper change
Put to sleep
Comfortable with small dogs

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$12–15/hr
Belleville, MI • 20 miles away

Full time Sitter and future nanny focus on...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Take care of 2 kids and help them with there Homework they are homeschooled
Help the kids with they're Homework watch the kids and make sure they go to class

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$12–15/hr
Toledo, OH • 17 miles away

Part time sitter for getting my daughter...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

Will need watched Sundays and turning spring/summer break.

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$10–18/hr
Taylor, MI • 25 miles away

Part time for 2 energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello I’m a stay at home mom, but unfortunately I injured my leg and I can’t walk
Take care of my 2 daughters, I just need a little bit of help since I can’t move my leg a lot
Taylor Michigan, just a few hours

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$14–16/hr
Toledo, OH • 20 miles away

Occasional sitter for 3 kids

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Three children: 2nd grade, 1st grade, and preschooler. We also have a dog you have to be comforatble with.
We need an occasional babysitter for our three children. We also have a dog that you need to be comfortable with.
Toledo, Ohio

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$13–18/hr
Maybee, MI • 9 miles away

Looking for a sitter for our 1&1/2 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Stay at home mom with busy older kids. Sometimes I need child care for our youngest when attending older son’s activities.
Have fun and play. Entertain little one. Able to get little one snacks/meals while here. Change diapers
Located in maybee, Michigan. This would be for random days and times.

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$12–15/hr
Belleville, MI • 18 miles away

Occasional sitter for 14 month old babygirl

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

hey there we are parents of 1 awesome babygirl. We are looking for some help to have freedom every now and again to spend 1 on 1 time with another occasionally.

Out daughter is very active, playful, silly, and loves attention. We are looking for someone calm, patient, gentle and kind!

2 parent... More

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$10–15/hr
Newport, MI • 11 miles away

Part-time Summer Sitter Needed in Newport!

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Our family is looking for a kind, caring, and skilled caregiver to come to our home 2 days a week during the summer and care for our 3 awesome children!

Preparing breakfast/ lunch, doing learning/ craft activities with the kids, outdoor activities, and careful supervision while swimming, general... More

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