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.

$10–19/hr
Madison, WI • 23 miles away

Babysitter for energetic, outgoing toddler.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 5:00pm

Hi I have a 4 year old, we really enjoy the parks, nature walks, painting, and she also goes to school. I havent been able to work in two years and Im finally going back I want someone relaible and honest.
I would the babysitter to drop off and pick up my child and if my scheudle is longer to do... More

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$18–22/hr
Stoughton, WI • 11 miles away

Nanny for twin toddler girls and their...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

I am a stay at home mom with four really sweet and fun girls! This is a busy season in our life with our twin toddlers and 4 year old preschooler needing lots of attention and care. Dad travels for work, so I just need assistance looking after them a few days a week.
The primary responsibility will... More

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$18–22/hr
Madison, WI • 18 miles away

Our Special Needs Preschooler Needs YOU!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 5:00pm

We have a small family of 4 with a teen son and a preschool aged daughter. Our daughter is deaf, though not born deaf is learning along with the rest of us ASL.
This sitter would:
Enjoy nature and the outdoors of all seasons in WI Have previous ASL experience, certification or willingness to learn... More

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$14–22/hr
Madison, WI • 21 miles away

Seeking Part-Time Nanny on Weekends

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 6:00pm (flexible)

Hi there! Seeking a nanny who is available at least one full day on the weekend from 9am-6pm this would be one full day from when our almost 4 year old wakes up until dinner time. We're also looking for someone who could be on call for bedtime and on for date nights during the week and on weekends.... More

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$13–18/hr
Madison, WI • 21 miles away

AM sitter needed ASAP for 3 boys

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 8:30am (flexible)

Laid back family of five looking for a reliable and friendly caregiver

Wake up kids, get them dressed, transport them to primary care in Sun Prairie and school in McFarland

Location: Madison East / McFarland
Primary Care: Sun Prairie
School: McFarland

Need to arrive so I can go to work. Wake... More

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$18–22/hr
Stoughton, WI • 11 miles away

After school sitter for two kids, 10 and 7...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

After working part-time while my kids were young. I have now gone back to work full time. We have 2 kids, our daughter is 10 and in 5th grade and a son who is 7 and in 2nd grade. We have a medium size dog and 4 cats.
We are looking for someone to watch our two kids after school m-f from 3:30-5pm... More

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$10–30/hr
Oregon, WI • 13 miles away

Seeking Responsible Babysitter For...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I'm a full-time single working dad with primary custody of my two wonderful children, aged 8 and 13. My son is passionate about football, waterskiing, and basketball, while my daughter finds joy in swimming, kneeboarding, and spending time with her friends. As a family, we cherish our adventures in... More

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$18–22/hr
Madison, WI • 18 miles away

Occasional sitter for two toddler girls

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have two girls 17 months apart who love to read, play pretend, and explore outside in all seasons. The backyard and taking walks up and down the sidewalk in front of the house are favorite ways to spend our playtime.
Sitters may need to give the girls dinner (we will most likely have prepared it... More

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$18–22/hr
Stoughton, WI • 11 miles away

Sitter for 11SEP (and possibly for the...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 09/11

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

We are a family of 3 (and one cat). Looking for care for 11SEP (but potentially for the whole week) for our 1-year old. Parents work from home (offices in separate area of the house). Our child loves spending time in our fenced in yard and going to the park nearby.
Basic activities with a 1-year... More

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$10–15/hr
Beloit, WI • 17 miles away

Full time sitter for a 2 year old part...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 5:30pm

I am a mother of two sweet boys one would need full time care the other after school
Baby sit toddler full time and pick up 8 year old from school. Change diapers and keep a watchful eye.

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$10–13/hr
Janesville, WI • 14 miles away

Part time sitter for my energetic/ playful...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 10:30pm (flexible)

The father and I share custody, every other week I would require a baby sitter. My daughter is almost 4 years old, very playful, polite and talkative.

Practicing words/numbers, cooking and picking up after her. Light cleaning

My schedule is very flexible due to me making my own. Some days I... More

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$13–18/hr
Madison, WI • 18 miles away

Babysitter needed for overnight and...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! I’m a single mom and medical trainee. I really need to find someone for emergencies and for intermittent overnight calls. My calls are from 4:30 PM-7AM. I also sometimes need help on some weekend days from 7AM to about 12 PM, for these shifts I would go in the whole shift. I may need the... More

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$15–20/hr
Madison, WI • 23 miles away

Occasional sitter for busy infant

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I'm the full time caregiver for my son, Willand (born 2/2/23), my education is in human development, but I currently work part time online. My husband is an Internal Medicine Resident in his last year at UW.
I'd like the sitter to come in for occasional childcare so I can work, clean house, or my... More

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$10–15/hr
Verona, WI • 22 miles away

Occasional sitter for easy going infant

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 10/14

8:00am - 9:00pm

Our family consists of myself, my husband and our daughter Charlie who was born in November 2022
We need someone to watch our daughter for the day- feed her meals, playtime while awake, diaper changes (all of the necessities)
Looking for someone who could be at our house (town of Middleton) to watch... More

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