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
Wadsworth, OH • 20 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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$19–23/hr
North Royalton, OH • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter for two fraternal twin...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My wife and I are looking for part time help (12-15 hours) per week for our two twin three year old boys.
Childcare such as preparing lunch and reading books as well as light housekeeping such as folding laundry and some some dishwashing.

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$17–20/hr
Lorain, OH • 23 miles away

Sitter for 10 y/o (on occasion)

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Only needed for a 3-6 hours on occasion (work events, date night, etc).

Sitter will need to interact/do activities with 10 y/o. She’s easy going and fun to be around! Doing anything with arts & crafts, playing a board game, or working on puzzle are perfectly fine. No cooking or housework... More

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$10–15/hr
Hinckley, OH • 22 miles away

Sitter needed for 2 low maintenance but...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 9:30am (flexible)

Working Parents who need a sitter for two excellent kids! The kids are fun to be around and pretty low maintenance! My daughter will want to play all the time.
Make them breakfast and get them dressed. Change a diaper and make sure my daughter uses the toilet.

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$15–20/hr
Akron, OH • 24 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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$17–30/hr
Akron, OH • 24 miles away

Need experienced, trustworthy caregiver...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking to connect with experienced caregiver that is open to transporting two tween girls to/from school, activities, help with homework, ensure healthy snacks and meals, and more!

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$18–22/hr
Brunswick, OH • 18 miles away

Sitter for our fun family

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

we are a simple family that enjoys time outside and staying active. Our family consists of Brian (Dad), Andrea (Mom), Audrey (13) and Allison (7). We also have a Golden Lab Myles (2). We have a inground swimming pool that the kids and dog love to go in when weather is nice.
Pick up Allison up from... More

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$10–13/hr
Seville, OH • 13 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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$19–23/hr
North Olmsted, OH • 24 miles away

Sitter needed 2 weeks out of every quarter...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi- I’m a single mom of two children. My oldest is 13 years old. My youngest is 7 about to be 8 years old 7/2024.
I work from home but will soon be required to work in the office 2 weeks every 3 months. I will need someone to care for my 7 year old and to help with picking up and possibly... More

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$10–20/hr
Lorain, OH • 23 miles away

Part time sitter for 2 babies

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 3:00pm

I’m a newly single mom looking for care for my babies while I work. We are a loving household and want someone to grow with our family
Simple entertainment for my kids, feeding them but meals will be made for you.Working on words, colors and sounds with them. My youngest it bottle fed too so just... More

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$12–22/hr
Elyria, OH • 19 miles away

Sweet and sassy five year old girl!!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Fun loving five year old girl with a heart of gold looking for a fun, reliable sitter.
Occasional Saturday sitting from 5am to 5pm at our house and local parks for sports. Full-time mornings when school starts in the Fall.

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$17–21/hr
Wadsworth, OH • 20 miles away

Single dad needs help with younger...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

3 children 6 9 and 15. The oldest is highly functioning autistic. Going through a divorce with mother.
Job requires occasional overnight travel. Need someone to drop off and pick up younger two for school. Youngest goes to daycare middle goes to grade school.
9 year old goes to Lincoln elementary... More

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$18–22/hr
North Ridgeville, OH • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter for one toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

We live in a second floor apartment it's just my brother, my daughter, and myself
Prepare snacks, change diapers, play with my daughter and make her feel safe
We live in northridgeville second story apartment so far I only need a sitter for Saturday

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$10–11/hr
North Ridgeville, OH • 21 miles away

occasional sitter for 7 yr old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

very crafty, goofy girl. loves art. this is occasional sitting for date nights home by 11pm

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