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.

$12–20/hr
Portland, OR • 9 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for One Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our elementary-aged child for 1-3 days a week. The job could starts on June 25, 2025, with a flexible start date and requires care on Thursdays, Fridays, and/or Saturdays from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM. The babysitter drives our child to activities, prepares meals and... More

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$23–27/hr
Beaverton, OR • 12 miles away

Babysitter Needed for One Elementary Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a 6 year old who I can’t take with me to my leukemia appointments. I just need someone who can watch her for a couple hours while I’m getting treatment.The starting date would be 6/12 at9:00am. My appointments are kind of random but so far it’s been once a week. I do currently have two cats... More

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$23–27/hr
Portland, OR • 16 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a reliable babysitter for our toddler starting June 25, 2025. The babysitter provides a safe environment, prepares simple meals, and organizes fun activities that promote learning and development. They engage with our child, read stories, and encourage playtime. The ideal candidate has their... More

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$17–19/hr
Portland, OR • 22 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Middle School Child,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a responsible and caring babysitter for our middle school child starting June 19, 2025, with flexibility on the start date. The babysitter must ensure our child’s safety, engage in fun activities, and assist with homework. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks and managing pet... More

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$15–25/hr
Portland, OR • 15 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We’re hoping to go to a concert on June 18th and are looking for a sitter for our six month old. We’d like to maintain a relationship with a sitter so we can go out a couple times a month. The sitter will engage in playtime, prepare and feed meals (bottles for now), and follow a bedtime routine.... More

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$23–24/hr
Vancouver, WA • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for 3 Kids Aged...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a reliable babysitter for our three children, aged toddler, preschool, and elementary school. The start date is flexible, beginning around June 16, 2025. Your responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing snacks, assisting with homework, and ensuring safety. You engage the... More

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$22–27/hr
Newberg, OR • 20 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant, Light...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a babysitter starting from June 10, 2025 to June12, 2025, for our infant child for the time being and also exploring occasional baby sitters for the future. The sitter must have their own car and be available for sick care when needed. They will care for our child during the day, including... More

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$10–18/hr
Wilsonville, OR • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 6:00pm

We seek a responsible babysitter to care for our infant starting on June 26, 2025. The schedule is from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Tuesday through Saturday. Usually would be 1-3 days a week for a few hours while I sleep since I work night shift. The sitter will ensure the child's safety and well-being,... More

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$25–30/hr
Portland, OR • 19 miles away

PART TIME NANNY: WEEKDAY AFTERNOONS

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are seeking a regular afterschool nanny for 4-5 days/week from 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM (Monday-Thursday +/- Friday), extra hours available on shorter school days or holidays. Responsibilities include driving the children (9&11yo girls) to activities, preparing meals and snacks, and helping them stay... More

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$23–27/hr
Vancouver, WA • 24 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for 5...

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 5:30pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for five children aged toddler through middle school, starting on June 12, 2025. The schedule is Monday, Thursday and Friday. The ideal candidate has experience with special needs children and feels comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include supervising play,... More

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$25–28/hr
Lake Oswego, OR • 18 miles away

Looking for a sitter for my sweet 2 year...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00pm - 3:00pm (flexible)

My daughter Sofia will be turning 3 in August! She lives at with her mom, dad, grandma, and her dog Ziggy. Sofia has level 1 autism and has specific patterns and routines that she likes to follow, but nothing that requires special needs knowledge, she’s just a happy kid that wants to play, be loved... More

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$20–29/hr
Beaverton, OR • 8 miles away

Nanny needed for Two Kids on Tuesdays and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

We are searching for a long-term replacement nanny part-time on Tuesdays and Wednesdays!

We can offer 16 guaranteed hrs/wk, paid through payroll service; additional hours may be negotiable. We are looking for Tues/Wed 8:30-4:30. PTO/sick time in addition to paid holidays. Pay is $20-25+/hr,... More

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$18–20/hr
Lake Oswego, OR • 18 miles away

Start September 2025: Nanny for 4 yr old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for one yr commitment:
Schedule:3 days/wk 7:30 to ~5:45pm consistent with an occasional Thursday about every 4-6 weeks.
Non-smoker.
The Child: She is artistic and easy going (can be slow to warm up a bit), she loves exploring OMSI, climbing everything she can, art and farm class and... More

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$20–25/hr
Portland, OR • 15 miles away

Part Time sitter for one toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (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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