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.

$18–22/hr
Ogden, UT • 14 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a babysitter starting on May 16, 2025, for three children, aged elementary to middle school. The sitter takes care of the kids, provides a safe environment, and supervises activities. The sitter helps with homework and encourages learning. The sitter must be comfortable with pets since we... More

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$21–25/hr
Bountiful, UT • 19 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Kids, Drives...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 5:00pm

We need a reliable babysitter for two children, aged elementary and middle school. The job starts on May 15, 2025, and occurs every Thursday and Friday from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM. You must have your own car to pick up the children from School and bring them home. Responsibilities include picking up... More

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$10–13/hr
Ogden, UT • 5 miles away

Babysitter Needed for 2 Children, Meal...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 8:30pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our two children, ages preschool and elementary. The job begins on May 14, 2025, from 6:30 AM to 8:30 PM, every Wednesday and Thursday. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, assisting with learning activities, providing care when the children are... More

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$10–13/hr
Ogden, UT • 8 miles away

Reliable Babysitter for Infant Needed,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 3:30pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting on May 12, 2025. The schedule is flexible but generally includes weekdays from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include caring for our child, preparing meals, changing diapers, and engaging in playtime. The babysitter... More

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$18–22/hr
Layton, UT • 4 miles away

Part time sitter for an energetic four...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/13

4:30pm - 10:30pm (flexible)

We are a small family unit, just one wonderful four and a half year old and one older dog (plus mom and dad.)

My wife and I are attending a theater performance in SLC for our wedding anniversary. We would need pretty basic childcare and a bedtime put down for our four and a half year old.

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$21–25/hr
Salt Lake City, UT • 22 miles away

Nurturing babysitter needed for infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a babysitter to care for our cute infant guy starting on May 12, 2025, with some flexibility in the start date. The sitter will provide safe and nurturing care, prepare meals if needed (formula), and assist with bedtime routines if needed. The position requires comfort with pets... More

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$11–17/hr
Corinne, UT • 24 miles away

Reliable Summer Babysitter for Two Kids...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We need a babysitter during the summer while we are at work. Our boys are 9 & 13 and love to be active either outdoors or playing video games. The schedule is flexible, starting on May 28, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The babysitter prepares meals and snacks and drives the... More

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$10–22/hr
Ogden, UT • 11 miles away

Part-time sitter for little girl and her dog

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00am - 6:00pm (flexible)

We are relocating to plain city. We have a 14 month old little girl and a 7 year old English pointer. I am a nurse and my husband is a firefighter so he is gone for 2 full days at a time. My shifts are from 5 AM-5:30 PM. I would need help 1-2 days a week.

Care would include feeding my child 2 meals... More

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$20–24/hr
Ogden, UT • 14 miles away

Part time nanny for 2 boys. After school...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Looking for after school help for our 7 and 9 year old boys to finish the year with potentially more hours into the summer!

Will need someone who can pick them up from school, make sure they do homework, and dropping them off to practices/sports things. In the summer, it’ll be picking up from... More

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$18–22/hr
Ogden, UT • 7 miles away

Seeking Experienced Babysitter for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a caring and responsible babysitter for our preschool-aged child starting on May 3, 2025. This position requires experience with special needs children and knowledge of toilet training. The babysitter will engage in play, assist with educational activities, and ensure a safe environment.... More

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$10–15/hr
Clearfield, UT • Less than a mile

morning babysitter for 1 little boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

my little one is named Mordecai and he’s almost 2 (in july). the sweetest and cutest little boy ever!:)

i will need someone who is a responsible driver to drive my kiddo to daycare at 0600 am.

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$16–20/hr
Farmington, UT • 12 miles away

Reliable Babysitter-Nanny Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a responsible babysitter for our preschool-aged children starting April 21, 2025, with a flexible beginning date. The babysitter drives their own car and is present during playtime and learning activities. Responsibilities include managing bedtime routines, assisting with light housekeeping,... More

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$14–16/hr
Layton, UT • 4 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/07

2:00pm - 7:00pm

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for three children, ages infant, toddler, and elementary. The job starts on June 7, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, and managing bedtime routines. The ideal candidate has their own car and is... More

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$15–18/hr
Ogden, UT • 14 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a reliable babysitter for our toddler starting April 26, 2025, with a flexible start date. The babysitter will care for one child, preparing meals and snacks, ensuring safety, and following bedtime routines. The ideal candidate has their own car and is comfortable with pets. Responsibilities... More

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