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.

$19–23/hr
Rochester, MI • 17 miles away

Occasional sitter for a 2.5 year old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a 2.5 year old boy. He attends daycare but I need a sitter for their school breaks ( which is quite a few) and occasionally when he is home and we are working from home. I like to meet someone so we can reach out to them occasionally.

Engage and play with him indoor/outdoor. Keep him on... More

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$14–17/hr
Clinton Township, MI • 11 miles away

need sitter in clinton township

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 12:00am

we are a small family with a good sense of humor .
my son is able to do most everything he needs to with some reminders. he likes video games is is a little shy and takes a bit to warm up
watch 12 year old in my home mondays and tuesdays 2pm to 1230 am, occasional dishes ,help with... More

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$14–20/hr
Saint Clair Shores, MI • 17 miles away

Part-time sitter for 2 and 6 yrs old...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

we are a family of four, a jovial, loving and laid-back family looking for someone who is patient, energetic and loves to play and would love to be a part of our family.
we are looking for someone to just put our precious kids to sleep and spend the night with them.
st Clair shores
2-3 nights per week More

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$15–23/hr
Warren, MI • 21 miles away

Part time sitter, Easy schedule.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 2:00am

Savanna is an easy happy go kid. she's content playing by herself most of the time.
real easy I just need you to keep an eye on her till bed time around 9pm. then you can chill till im off work
I have two full weeks with her this summer, after that I need help on Monday and Friday.

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$17–21/hr
Richmond, MI • 7 miles away

Looking for occasional sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for sitter for occasional nights out. One elementary age kid and we have a mini goldendoodle.

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$19–23/hr
Warren, MI • 18 miles away

Child transport

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

Hello ??
Were a busy family in need of child transportation. No additional task required. 5 days/ week

Student transport. Daily pickup from Bloomfield Hills (school) to Warren (home)

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

As Needed Sitter for Large Family

5+ children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a homeschooling family with 6 kids. We love spending time together and being outdoors.
We are looking for someone to help out during the week for random appointments, and for 2-3 weekend nights a month.

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$18–22/hr
Macomb, MI • 9 miles away

looking for a candidate for two day+ a...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

I'm looking for a candidate for two days a week, about 6 8 hours each day (usually Wednesday and Thursday) in Macomb.
Pay is negotiatiable, but would be approximately $18-25/hr depending on experience and criteria met.

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$19–25/hr
Rochester, MI • 17 miles away

Need sitter for evening time 7 to 3 am

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Two toddlers, would need to feed and then put to bed.

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$19–23/hr
Sterling Heights, MI • 14 miles away

Part-time sitter looking For seventh month...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 08/24

4:30pm - 10:30pm

Hello me and my husben are first time percents and are vary happy to have are lil girl. I’m a stay at home mom while he works. We have two lovey dogs that are just big baby’s at hart lol. Haley she a ball of joy but love her self some moma. She’s a premature baby. She was born six weeks early but... More

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$10–15/hr
Roseville, MI • 18 miles away

part-time, flexible, childcare and kid...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have three kids. My oldest is 11 my daughter is nine and my baby boy he is ten months. My oldest son has an IEP. He has a learning disability but functions just fine as an 11-year-old. My ten month old is starting to walk.
I need a flexible sitter only for four days out the week. Sometimes I... More

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$19–23/hr
Lake Orion, MI • 24 miles away

Need childcare during adults-only wedding

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 08/03

12:00am - 7:00am

We are a family of 3 living in Texas but coming to Michigan for a family wedding.
Take excellent care of my 8yo daughter. We'll be staying in a hotel but open to ideas for entertainment.
The wedding is in Lake Orion and we'll be staying in a hotel close by.

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$15–15/hr
Sterling Heights, MI • 14 miles away

Part time sitter for a funny baby girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

First time parents. We are looking for someone to help us on Mondays and Fridays from 7:30AM till 3PM.
We have a 1 year old baby girl. We need someone to read to her, feed her, and change her diaper.

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$18–20/hr
Rochester, MI • 18 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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What are things babysitters do with kids?

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