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.

$10–22/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 25 miles away

Sitter for 3 days a week for a 10 and 11...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00am - 3:00pm

We have 2 kids. Very self sufficient. A boy and a girl.The boy is on the autism spectrum, he verbal and non-violent
Need someone to sit with kids basically so they don't burn the house down. When school starts help with after school care and getting them going on any homework. We keep a clean house... More

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$10–15/hr
Arlington, TX • 16 miles away

Part time sitter for Newborn

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Have a newborn with both parents working. Needing assistance to watch baby while father sleeps. He works nights while mother works days.

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$19–20/hr
Dallas, TX • 25 miles away

Partime sitter for two easy kiddos

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

looking for a part-time sitter for sat-sun and occasionally one day out of m-f. I have almost 4 month and a 2 year old. Looking to also potty train my 2 year old and prepare her for pre-k. Continue to work on my 4 month olds milestones.

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$10–16/hr
Burleson, TX • 22 miles away

Part-time sitter for 2 wonderful girls

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:30am - 5:30pm

My family is going through quite a transition right now. I only have my girls on the 1st,3rd,&5th weeks for now and we are living with my aunt&uncle. Unfortunately, they cannot physically care for the girls while I work though. I have 2 wonderful daughters under the age of 3.
I need someone to be... More

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$15–22/hr
Cedar Hill, TX • 1 mile away

Date night baby sitter to watch over our 7...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hey I’m Rachel a stay at home mom, my husband Fernando works over nights. We have 3 mini wiener dogs who are very affectionate and a cat that’s never around.

Watch over our daughter while she sleeps, for about 4 hours while we go out for date night.

We have a home and it is a quiet area. You can... More

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$18–22/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 23 miles away

Part time Sitter for my beautiful babygirl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Welcome to my family my daughter Sophia is a joyful and active baby. She loves to play independently as well with others. I am also expecting a new baby to my family and he will be here in August.

I need help with feeding Sophia at certain times of day and keeping her entertained. Diaper changes... More

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$10–15/hr
Arlington, TX • 13 miles away

Part time sitter for 7 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 4:30pm

We need a sitter two days a week for our 7 month old. CPR certified preferred.
Duties will include preparing and feeding meals, doing activities with infant, playing with her. Would love you to do some of her laundry and light housework or at least clean up after her as well while she takes her nap.

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$10–11/hr
Dallas, TX • 15 miles away

Part-Time sitter for an Infant

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My baby is 7months old , I work at a school and the school will be closed to children for a whole month I just need someone to watch him while I go to work , the pay is maybe $7-$8 hr I just wasn’t able to edit it on the app

Watch my baby while I go to work, feed him , change his diapers , do a... More

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$14–20/hr
Mesquite, TX • 25 miles away

school is starting back up

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 10:00am

hello i am need of some one to can be reliable up and ready by 5:am to be able to take my lil girl to and from school starts at 7:30 i
will be needing to leave the house at five so need to need here by
five on dot and no later!! school lets out at 3:20 just need you to pick her up and drop... More

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$17/hr
Dallas, TX • 15 miles away

Dallas Special Needs Childcare Event

5+ children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

SPECIAL NEEDS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

KiddieCorp is hiring child care providers to work a group child care event in Dallas, TX, on July 10-13, 2024. The pay for this event is $17 per hour.

At this event, we will be caring for a mix of children/adults with special needs and neurotypical children up... More

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$18–22/hr
Midlothian, TX • 8 miles away

Part-time sitter for one sweet toddler boy!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a toddler son who is incredible and I'm looking for the occasional babysitter for nights out!
Watch my son, put him to bed, occasionally let my two dogs outside (we have a backyard).
On an as needed basis, I'm located in Midlothian, TX

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$19–23/hr
Dallas, TX • 17 miles away

Summer nanny job for a happy toddler.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

I am from Mexico and my husband is Norwegian, we speak English and both work full time jobs. Christian, our son is 3 years old and he is super social, loves to talk, play, and is generally happy.
I just need someone to play with him while my husband works from home, he loves puzzles, memory cards,... More

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$10–12/hr
Arlington, TX • 15 miles away

Look for someone to do pick up and drop...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am

My name is Lauren single mother of two boys Landon and Elijah . I work full time trying my best to figure things out right now I need some assistance for the moment.

My sitter just need be able to pick my son up from school. Return him home , car seat will be provided if needed. Nothing more... More

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$15–20/hr
Dallas, TX • 25 miles away

Loving sitter for our energetic little boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are very active in our Catholic Church and this is why we need a Babysitter to help us taking Care of our 3 years old Little boy.

We are looking for someone affectionate and active, who enjoys doing activities with children.

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