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.

$21–22/hr
Stanwood, WA • 18 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Three Young Children...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

We seek a responsible babysitter for our three children, ages toddler to preschool. The position starts on May 2, 2025, with flexible start times. Workdays are Mondays and Fridays from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Responsibilities include helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks, and performing... More

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$20–26/hr
Everett, WA • 20 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Two Young Children...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/02

4:30pm - 10:30pm

We are looking for a babysitter to care for two children aged toddler and preschool. The job starts on May 2, 2025, from 4:30 PM to 10:00 PM. The babysitter will supervise playtime, prepare meals and snacks, and ensure the children follow their bedtime routine. Responsibilities include keeping the... More

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$24–28/hr
Lake Stevens, WA • 11 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a responsible babysitter for a toddler, starting around May 6, 2025, with flexible scheduling. The caregiver must have a reliable car and be comfortable with pets. Key duties include providing care in a nanny share and learning pod, assisting with homework, preparing meals and snacks, and... More

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$10–23/hr
Monroe, WA • 23 miles away

Caring babysitter needed for preschooler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a caring and responsible babysitter for our preschool-aged child. The schedule is flexible, starting on May 5, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The babysitter will help with toilet training, prepare meals and snacks, and provide tutoring in a... More

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$26–30/hr
Everett, WA • 22 miles away

Babysitter Needed for my busy boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a responsible babysitter to care for our boy starting on May 5, 2025, with a flexible start date. The sitter will engage our child in fun activities, prepare meals and snacks, and assist with toilet training. Comfort with pets is required, as we have animals at home. The sitter must have... More

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$10–11/hr
Everett, WA • 23 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00pm

We are seeking a reliable babysitter for our toddler, starting on April 30, 2025. The schedule is Wednesday through Friday, from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM and Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM. The babysitter will prepare meals and snacks, drive the child to activities, and manage bedtime... More

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

Babysitter Needed for Three Children for...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

We’re looking for a dependable and caring babysitter for our three children: a 6-year-old daughter, a 9-year-old son, and a 12-year-old daughter with ADHD who will need medication (pill form) during your shift. The position starts May 7, 2025, and the hours are Wednesdays from 3:00 to 6:30 PM. A... More

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$10–25/hr
Everett, WA • 22 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a responsible babysitter to care for our toddler from May 5, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The babysitter engages the child in play and educational activities, prepares meals and snacks when necessary, changes diapers, and ensures... More

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$24–28/hr
Marysville, WA • 12 miles away

Babysitter Needed for 3 Children with...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for our three children, aged toddler to elementary. The role starts on May 5, 2025. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, driving the children to activities, and engaging them in fun, educational activities. The ideal candidate has experience with... More

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$10–30/hr
Mukilteo, WA • 24 miles away

Super flexible Nanny for 1 child in Mukilteo.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a great nanny for 1 child in Mukilteo. Who is flexible as, my husbands work is play by ear every morning.

We would prefer a nanny who has their own car and who is comfortable with pets. My daughter is really easy and sweet. We mainly need someone who can handle a toddler with... More

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$20–30/hr
Everett, WA • 20 miles away

Nanny needed for infant; schedule includes...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 2:00pm (flexible)

We seek a caring babysitter for our infant starting on July 16, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include providing attentive care to our child, preparing meals and snacks, and handling light housekeeping and laundry duties.... More

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$26–30/hr
Mukilteo, WA • 24 miles away

Caring babysitter needed for infant &...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are seeking a sitter from April 28th to May 16th on the weekdays from approximately 9am-5pm to help watch our 4 month old daughter and 15 month old niece at my mother's home in Mukilteo. My mother will also provide childcare for the majority of the time, but needs additional help watching the... More

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$12–22/hr
Marysville, WA • 12 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are seeking a responsible and caring babysitter for our two elementary-aged children. The start date is flexible, beginning on or after April 9, 2025. The ideal candidate is comfortable with pets and has experience with special needs and multiple children. Responsibilities include helping with... More

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$19–30/hr
Lake Stevens, WA • 11 miles away

Date night sitter for 2 kids

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Active family of 4. 1 cat. We like the outdoors, our kids are very involved in athletics, which makes life busy and hard to find time for dates. Especially because we don’t have any support in the area.

Just basic babysitting for date nights. Possibly making dinner. Bedtime.

Mostly looking for... More

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