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.

$22–24/hr
Wilsonville, OR • 10 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschool...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a babysitter to care for two preschool-aged children starting on April 19, 2025. The schedule is flexible but will typically be on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Responsibilities include providing attentive care, preparing meals and snacks, assisting with toilet... More

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$25–27/hr
Lake Oswego, OR • 14 miles away

Looking for a part time sitter for my...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My daughter’s name is Sofia and she will be turning 3 in August ! She lives at home with her mom, dad, grandma, and her dog Ziggy, who can be kept away when a sitter is over due to his jumping/excited nature. My daughter has a mild case of autism but nothing that requires any specific knowledge... More

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$18–26/hr
Portland, OR • 11 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler, Flexible...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 11:00am (flexible)

We seek a responsible babysitter for our toddler. The position starts on April 17, 2025, with flexible start times at 9:00 AM and ending by 11:00 AM, on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. The caregiver ensures a safe and engaging environment, plays age-appropriate games, and assists with meal and... More

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$10–13/hr
Portland, OR • 19 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Drives, Cares for...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

Sadly the range of 10-15$ is all I can afford, but We seek a reliable babysitter to care for our two children aged elementary and middle school. The job starts on May 10th, 2025, with flexible start times. Workdays include Saturday and Sunday, from 6:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The sitter will supervise... More

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$20–26/hr
Carlton, OR • 10 miles away

Looking for babysitter to watch 3 year old...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/24 - 05/25

8:00pm - 1:00am

We need a babysitter for three year old twins on May 24, 2025, from 8:00 PM to 1:00 AM. We will be staying in a large house for my brother's wedding. WE intend to drop off the kids around 8 pm and will return around 1 am (times may be flexible). Our kids are very well behaved and a majority of the... More

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$18–28/hr
Portland, OR • 20 miles away

Seek Responsible, Kind, Fun Babysitter for...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for a sitter to watch our two elementary and middle school age kids a few times a month. No set schedule, just as needed to ensure a safe, fun, healthy environment when we have commitments outside the home.

Responsibilities include engaging in activities (art, getting outside, etc),... More

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$25–30/hr
Portland, OR • 22 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Four Young...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a babysitter for four children, including two infants and two toddlers. The start date is flexible. The sitter must provide care, engage in age-appropriate activities, and assist with toilet training. Experience with multiples is essential. The sitter should also be comfortable with pets in... More

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$15–20/hr
Portland, OR • 24 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for amazing 10...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

We seek a babysitter for our child, who is in elementary school. The job starts on May 5, 2025, with a flexible start time. The schedule includes Tuesday to Friday from approximately 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM. Responsibilities include caring for our child, preparing meals and snacks, and performing light... More

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$20–28/hr
Portland, OR • 17 miles away

Fun, loving sisters, looking for kind Nanny

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Adrienne and Rowan are ages three and five. They love having fun, playing hide, and seek, and doing lots of artwork. I am a single mom and so is my ex partner. We are looking for a sitter that is available fairly routinely on Tuesday evenings, Thursday mornings, and Friday mornings with some... More

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$18–20/hr
Portland, OR • 18 miles away

Babysitter Needed for One Child, Drives...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 5:30pm

We need a babysitter for one elementary-aged child on Wednesdays and Fridays from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, starting June 18, 2025. The sitter must be comfortable with pets and have their own car for driving. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing meals and snacks, and ensuring a safe,... More

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$17–22/hr
Gladstone, OR • 20 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for 4 year old...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are seeking a babysitter to care for two young children for monthy date nights. The sitter ensures a safe and engaging environment, prepares meals and snacks, and supervises playtime and activities. The ideal candidate is comfortable with pets as we have two very friendly dogs. Responsibilities... More

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$24–28/hr
Beaverton, OR • 15 miles away

Need sitter for my 2 babies in Beaverton!

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Minnie (F, 20 months) is a sweet little girl, but a night owl. Madden (M, 4) can be a handful but mostly just likes to chill and play Nintendo. We also have 2 cats and a German Sheperd puppy.

We sporadically need babysitters in 4-6 hour increments, mostly at night. Will provide food and... More

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$10–17/hr
Beaverton, OR • 15 miles away

Spanish-Speaking Babysitter for Infant...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 3:30pm (flexible)

We seek a babysitter for our infant starting on April 4, 2025. The job requires care on Fridays and Saturdays from 5:30 AM to 3:00 PM. The sitter will be responsible for feeding, changing, and soothing the child, as well as engaging in play and developmentally appropriate activities. The ideal... More

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$20–25/hr
Portland, OR • 23 miles away

Part Time sitter for one toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30pm - 7:30pm (flexible)

We have a 2.5 yr old for whom we’re looking to find in (our) home care for a few hours each week to establish some consistency and trust for both our daughter and us. Sitter would ideally be available at least once or twice a week ideally in the evenings on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and/or Fridays but... More

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