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.

$15–18/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 22 miles away

Part-time sitter for my 4 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 7:00pm

Hi I will be needing help from 7am - 6:30pm on Thursdays.
My son’s name is Juda!
He’s very independent and helpful!
He’s lactose intolerant and does not like big animals like dogs and cats.
He will be needed to be dropped off and picked up from your residence.

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$15–18/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 18 miles away

Occasional Sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a blended family of 5 that includes myself, my husband, his 2 kids from a previous marriage, and our son together.

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$12–15/hr
Naval Air Station/ Jrb, TX • 23 miles away

Part time sitter for one sweet 9month old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:30am - 2:30pm

We need a sitter in home for three and a half hours, Monday - Thursday. Just someone to play with our boy, make him snacks, and change diapers . Maybe now and then load dishwasher after making food !

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$12–15/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 21 miles away

Occasional babysitter for parent's date night

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

A smart and well behaved 3 year old, 3 dogs, and a quiet neighborhood. We're looking for someone available in the evenings on occasion so we can have some date nights. High school or college age is fine. Must like dogs.

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$12–20/hr
Aledo, TX • 13 miles away

Looking for before school care for my...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

Looking for someone to help her my daughter ready and to school 3 or more days/week. Possibly looking for additional help once school is out for the summer.

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$20–25/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 22 miles away

Weekly evening sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I need a sitter for my nine year old son once a week in the evening. Tue wed or Friday day can be negotiated. 8 until 12.

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$12–15/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 24 miles away

Occasional Babysitter for two boys

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! My husband and I are looking for someone who can occasionally babysit our 2 boys when we have date nights. One is 8 months old and the other is 9 yrs old. Will need someone to do light house cleaning and be able to feed both kids. My 9 year old is self sufficient and wont need too much... More

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$12–15/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 24 miles away

Need sitter for 2 boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 7:30pm (flexible)

We are family of 4. Need Sunday care for my 2 boys. They are lovely to work with. We are in North Fort Worth/ Haslet area

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$15/hr
Aledo, TX • 13 miles away

Part-Time Sitter for (nearly) 7 year old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

Looking for someone responsible and dependable to sit for fun, energetic 7 yr old daughter who is active in gymnastics. Main responsibilities include picking her up from after school care and taking her to and from gymnastics 2 days per week and safely home during school year. Ensuring she has... More

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$12–19/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 24 miles away

Part time twice a week.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 3:30pm (flexible)

1 year old energetic boy. We both work and we need a nanny twice a week, Tuesdays and Fridays, and ever other weekends if possible.

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$10–15/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 24 miles away

Kind and good children

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Two little kids little one will keep you busy but they are kind and good children .
Older one is more settled . I do need putty training

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$15–18/hr
Peaster, TX • 7 miles away

Part-Time Sitter for 1 happy boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

Looking for a professional and caring sitter to help with our amazing 9 month old son. Weekdays in the afternoon while my husband and I work from home. Nap time, play time, and lunches.

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$15–20/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 25 miles away

Occasional sitter for 2 little girls

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for occasional babysitting at our home for almost 4 year old girl and 7 month old girl. Would include feeding them dinner and putting to bed.

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$10–15/hr
White Settlement, TX • 18 miles away

Part time sitter for my two year old toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a great nanny for 1 child. We would prefer someone who could help out with light housekeeping. We would prefer a nanny who has their own car, who does not smoke and who is CPR certified.

I wont mind a nanny with a small toddler around my child's age. If you have experience in... More

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