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.

$10–17/hr
Hartville, OH • 23 miles away

In home nanny three days a week

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

Hi! We have three wonderful girls ages 8, 5 and 3. We have loved having an in home nanny for the last few years but sadly our current nanny is changing careers. We are looking for a reliable, fun and experienced nanny for our girls.

Our oldest two girls will be in school but we need someone with a... More

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$18–20/hr
Akron, OH • 25 miles away

Occasional Sitter for 1 toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of three looking for an occasional sitter for our 2 year old son, mostly for evenings during and after bedtime.
We are looking for a sitter who is comfortable with feeding dinner, playing bedtime, and diaper changes.

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$10–31/hr
Canton, OH • 17 miles away

Sitter for two adorable energetic boys

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 04/26

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

Hello! I have 3 kids 7,3 and 4 months! We have lots of energy at our house looking for someone who has the same:)

Meal prep, read, and play with our kids
Help with potty training and bottle feeding

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$15–19/hr
Wooster, OH • 14 miles away

Part time as need sitter for a energetic...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I’m a full time single mom and he is a very active amazing little boy. I have my dad to help but there are some instances where his work schedule and my work schedule conflict so we need someone to fill in sometimes on short notice
Pick up from daycare and watch till me or my dad could get home... More

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$10–11/hr
Killbuck, OH • 25 miles away

Looking for a sitter for 1 toddler and 1...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 6:00pm

I’m looking for a babysitter for my 2 daughters, 2 years old and 9 months. 3 days a week with an occasional 4th. Between 9am and 5-6pm

The ideal situation would be a stay-at-home mom with another toddler or preschool age child. Somewhere between Killbuck, Millersburg, and Shreve.

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$10–15/hr
Wadsworth, OH • 17 miles away

Part time sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Single mom with 2.5 year old boy. I work three 12 hour shifts. Smoke and pet free home
Just make him snacks/meals, play with him, and then put to bed until I get home.

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$15–19/hr
Massillon, OH • 9 miles away

Occasional sitter for a foster family in...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! My husband and I are foster parents. We currently have a four year old boy that we will be adopting and an infant that may or may not be with us long term. Our family may do a lot of changing at any time. We also have three dogs in our home, but we can also bring the kids to your place if that's... More

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$15–20/hr
Akron, OH • 22 miles away

Part-time Sitter for a energetic toddler 3...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

Hey there! I'm a single dad in Chippewa Lake, Ohio, in need of a part-time sitter for my adorable toddler.
I'm looking for a Sitter who is available Monday, Tuesday and Friday 6-9AM and that can also drop him off at Building Blocks Therapy in Copley at 9AM. Any extra expenses and gas will be Paid.... More

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$10–13/hr
Akron, OH • 23 miles away

Looking for baby sitter 3 energetic boys....

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Family of 3 kiddos looking for a sitter to nanny our 3 little ones while we are able to work

Basic understanding and needs to take care of our 3 boys while we are working

Akron closer to the university of Akron

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$16–20/hr
Akron, OH • 21 miles away

Sitter on Fridays for 1 happy baby

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 2:30pm

We recently moved to the Akron area. Our little girl is currently 6 months old. She’s a happy baby! We have no pets.
Watch our daughter. Entertain her by playing inside or outside, go for walks. Take her to the park. Feed her when needed and change her.

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$10–13/hr
Seville, OH • 19 miles away

Occasional sitter for 2 little ones

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a full time work from home momma of 2 sweet little girls. My husband takes care of the kids m-f. He works around my schedule but would like to work a little more. We have a happy 13 month old girl and a 3.5 year old preschooler. We are home-bodies mostly and spend a lot of time as a family... More

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$15–20/hr
Akron, OH • 25 miles away

Part time sitter for 1 energetic toddler.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 1:30pm (flexible)

My son is 1 I have 2 dogs. My son is extremely curious about everything but the happiest boy!
Care for him while I work. I'm doing part time with a flexible schedule

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$10–12/hr
New Philadelphia, OH • 25 miles away

Full time job for 3 energetic beautiful...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 1:00pm

I have 3 beautiful children. They can be a handful but what kid isn't. They love to play love to dance.
Play and just watch them feed them breakfast get them dressed. No need to do any cleaning.

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$16–20/hr
New Philadelphia, OH • 25 miles away

Part time sitter to a baby and a toddler

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 5:30pm

We are a fun loving family of 6. We are loud, a bit messy and value time together above all else.
I'm starting a new job that will be mostly two weeks a month. I need sitting on Mondays and Thursdays during my work weeks. This will usually be the last week of the month and the first week. Light... More

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