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.

$18–20/hr
Cleveland, OH • 16 miles away

After school care w/possible occasional...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

Hello! We are a small busy family. Our 16 y/o daughter has special needs being Autistic, but is mainly independent. We also have a very friendly Husky! Needs would be to receive her from the school bus in front of our home after school and prepare snacks for her. Other than that ensure safety. She... More

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$10–11/hr
Cleveland, OH • 12 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Elementary...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

I'm in need of a babysitter for my 7yo daughter Ava.
Starting around April 28th.
I work Mon till 6pm...I should be home by 7pm.
Wed I sometimes work a dbl...
So till either 7pm or 11:30-12 am.
& Possibly Fridays when I'm working till about 11pm again, home by about midnight.
So I would... More

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$10–15/hr
Cleveland, OH • 16 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Evening...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30pm - 9:30pm

We need a babysitter for our child, starting May 1, 2025. The job runs on weekdays from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM. The ideal candidate has their own car and will drive our child to activities. You will help with homework, prepare meals and snacks, and manage bedtime routines. Experience with... More

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$21–25/hr
Cleveland, OH • 13 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a babysitter to care for three children, ages six to twelve, starting on May 10, 2025, with some flexibility. The babysitter ensures a safe and nurturing environment, prepares meals and snacks, helps with homework, engages in play, and supervises activities. The job requires patience,... More

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$15–22/hr
Cleveland, OH • 12 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Two Children, Prepare...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We need a caring babysitter for two children, ages infant and toddler in middleburg heights, Ohio. The schedule starts on June 9, 2025, and is flexible. You will work Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM. These times may vary M-W. Responsibilities include preparing meals and... More

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$15–18/hr
Cleveland, OH • 16 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Infant on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 7:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for one infant, starting on April 23, 2025. Work days are Wednesday and Thursday from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM. The babysitter must have their own car and feel comfortable around pets. Responsibilities include caring for the infant, preparing meals and snacks, and ensuring a... More

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$10–20/hr
Maple Heights, OH • 24 miles away

My daughter is very energetic outspoken...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

It’s just me and my daughter and looking for a little help with pick up and drop off from my home to daycare and someone I can build a relationship with and trust with blocking my home

Looking for someone to pick my daughter up on Monday morning and drop her off at daycare and pick her up on... More

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$10–20/hr
North Olmsted, OH • 6 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Children with...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm

We need a reliable babysitter for two children, ages elementary and middle school. The job starts on June 9, 2025, and runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The babysitter must have their own car and be comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include supervising the... More

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$22–26/hr
Cleveland, OH • 23 miles away

Caring babysitter needed for infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 4:30pm

We need a responsible babysitter for our infant starting July 11, 2025. The schedule is Monday to Thursday, from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The babysitter takes care of our child by feeding, changing, playing, and ensuring safety. This role requires someone who has their own car and is comfortable with... More

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$21–25/hr
North Royalton, OH • 15 miles away

Engaging Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a babysitter for two preschool-age children from April 28, 2025. The schedule is flexible, but we prefer Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The babysitter will engage the children in age-appropriate activities, prepare simple meals and snacks, ensure safety at all... More

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$10–12/hr
Cleveland, OH • 12 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Preschool Child,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:30pm - 5:30pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for our preschool-aged child, starting April 15, 2025. The position is from 12:30 PM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, assisting with toilet training, and preparing meals and snacks. The sitter must be comfortable with... More

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$15–20/hr
Strongsville, OH • 11 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler, Meal...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a babysitter for our toddler starting on April 17, 2025, with a flexible start date. The ideal candidate has reliable transportation, enjoys being around pets, and prepares meals and snacks. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, ensuring safety, engaging the child in fun activities,... More

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$10–40/hr
Avon, OH • 4 miles away

Eight year old daughter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 10:00am (flexible)

Single Father, with an eight year old daughter, need help this summer.

Looking for a babysitter for summer, will need help taking her to activities.

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$18–25/hr
Avon Lake, OH • 7 miles away

Caring Nanny Needed for Infant

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm

Hello,

We are looking for a nanny to grow with our 8 month old daughter, Avery. Must be reliable, experienced, have a genuine passion for kids, comfortable with a dog, and will do light housekeeping.

Ideal Schedule: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, M-F but can be flexible.
Location: Avon Lake

Please... More

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