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.

$17–21/hr
Franksville, WI • 16 miles away

Part-time sitter for one 10 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for a sitter for days when we dont have to take our daughter out with us.

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$15–20/hr
Grayslake, IL • 15 miles away

Part-time Sitter in Grayslake for 3 Children

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We both work from home and have three children. We have two regular sitters that usually watch our kids during the week. We are looking for one or two local sitters to act as backup to them.
Typical child care: Meal preparation; bed time routines; assist with bathing; clean-up/light... More

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$18–20/hr
Vernon Hills, IL • 22 miles away

Part time sitter for a 3 and 7 year old

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have a daughter who is 3 her name is Olivia and loves paw patrol! We have Leonardo who is 7 and loves Minecraft! We also have a pet dog(Allie), a fish(fashion), and dragon(Ralf). My wife works full time as the Assistant General Manager at LazyDog in Vernon Hills. I work at CityWorks Restaurant as... More

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$19–25/hr
Libertyville, IL • 18 miles away

Monday/Thursday care for friendly 4.5 year...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We have a goofy, imaginative, energetic almost 5yr old boy. He loves playing with toys (legos, dinosaurs, magna tiles) and acting out stories. My husband and I work from home occasionally but other times you’ll be home alone with him.
Schedule: Mondays - 8am-4:45pm including lunch prep. Thursdays-... More

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$19–23/hr
Waukegan, IL • 14 miles away

Part time sitter for one toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am

Hi! It is just my son and I currently! He is 2 about to be 3. We are moving to Waukegan on the 16th :)
I just need someone to get my son ready for daycare and drop him off in the morning and watch him on the weekend!
I currently live in McHenry, but we move to Waukegan on the 16th. I just need... More

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$15–16/hr
McHenry, IL • 22 miles away

Part-Time Sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a Date-night Sitter for our little 7 year old girl.

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$15–20/hr
Kenosha, WI • 8 miles away

Part-Time Sitter for Energetic Toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My husband is a chiropractor and I work in HR. We are from the Antioch area but currently live in Kenosha.
We need the sitter to watch our son while I work from home or am in the office, usually one day a week. We would also like this person to babysit for occasional date nights or similar... More

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$21–40/hr
Highwood, IL • 25 miles away

part-time sitter for our daughter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

we are a family of 3.
Husband works full time ,wife works part time and has a more flexible schedule . Daughter will be attending school from Monday-Friday morning
occasionally take care of our daughter few times/week for a few hours.

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$17–21/hr
Oak Creek, WI • 23 miles away

Part time sitter for twin toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Twin boys turning two end of May. Would involve a five year old also during summer.
Play, nap time, snack, lunch, doing learning activities with the twins.

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$15–20/hr
Mount Pleasant, WI • 14 miles away

Part time sitter for 2 kids.

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 4:30pm

Looking for regular 3 day week babysitter during summer vacation from 7-5.

Watch 2 kids, 3 days a week during summer break. Comfortable with pets.

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$12–16/hr
Vernon Hills, IL • 22 miles away

Occasional Sitter for 1 Adorable Toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of three looking for occasional sitter for our baby. :)
Watch baby, feed him as needed, change diapers, engage him, light housecleaning as needed

Need you to be available from 8th of April for about 4 weeks (we can discuss details over the phone), after that week, need you to be... More

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$15–20/hr
Bristol, WI • 6 miles away

Looking for baby sitter/nanny

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a reliable and friendly nanny for our 2 year old daughter in Bristol WI.

Schedule - Mon-Thur between 8 to 2pm

Is this something you are interested in? If yes please apply or send a message with your contact details

Thanks!

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How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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