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
Gurnee, IL • 24 miles away

Looking for an Sitter to pick up from camp...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm

We are a 2 house hold family of 5, Michael and I both work full time. We have 3 lovely children, twin boys who are 7 and a daughter who is 11.

We are looking for someone to pickup the kids from camp in Northbrook at 2:30 and watch them until one of us gets home from work.

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$17–22/hr
Gurnee, IL • 24 miles away

Occasional Sitter for Date Nights and Work...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for a sitter to support occasional date nights, support for days when there is work travel and we need transportation to school, or in situations where we need to be in 2 places at once.

Our son, 9 (June 2024), is someone who loves to play with tractors, trucks, and all things... More

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$12–15/hr
Kenosha, WI • 10 miles away

Part time nanny for my son and daughter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for a nanny/sitter for my 10 year old son and 9 year old daughter.

Watch the kiddos while I go to work and then bring them to school. Also, once school is done watch them during the day as well.

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$18–22/hr
Milwaukee, WI • 23 miles away

Energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 12:30pm (flexible)

3 member i my wife and and my little girl i work at night and my wife work in the morning
Baby sitting diapers change look after my child while i have sleep give her milk

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$20–25/hr
Racine, WI • 2 miles away

I’ve been babysitting family kids since I...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am

I’m 20years old n I’m a god mother of 1 . My mom have 8 kids4 boys& 4girls I’m the last girl. I have 11 nieces and nephews all together and Ibaby sit them when they mom go to work ?The oldest is now 14 and youngest is 1
Nothing ! Be safe, have fun and come back on time! I will need to drive to drop... More

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$15–22/hr
Muskego, WI • 20 miles away

Part-time sitter for an on the move infant.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello, we are the Lombardo family! My wife and I are looking for some help for our little one, (9 months), on Monday and Fridays. We have two very playful and attention seeking cats. We’ve lived in Muskego for 4 years and love our community!
We are looking for someone to take care of Teagan at our... More

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$18–25/hr
Milwaukee, WI • 23 miles away

Regular daytime sitter for one happy,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi, we are a mom and dad with an infant boy. We both work and need some help caring for our boy.
Take care of the baby, feed him, change diapers, play with/entertain him.

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$10–13/hr
Milwaukee, WI • 21 miles away

Compassionate sitter Needed for Evening...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 11:00am (flexible)

Hello! I am looking for a warm and reliable nanny to provide care for my active 13-month-old daughter, who was a former 34-weeker. She is currently crawling, rolling around, and pulling herself up, nearly ready to walk. She eats a variety of soft to hard solids matching our meals and snacks... More

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$17–30/hr
Milwaukee, WI • 23 miles away

Someone Who Loves Kids : )

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/20

12:00pm - 7:00pm

I'm in town on business, I do software in the pharmacy space, and I travel on business with my son regularly. I am happy to provide more background and LinkedIn on myself.
I am looking for a sitter with Monday 3pm to 6pm, Tuesday 11am to 7pm, and Wednesday 9am to 7pm availability. While I'm in... More

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$19–23/hr
Kenosha, WI • 10 miles away

Full-time sitter for one gorgeous little girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am

We're a family of four, with two wonderful children. Our oldest is in daycare, and our youngest daughter is currently at home with us.
I work full time and my wife has some health issues that prevent her from being with our daughter full time. We need a nanny to watch her while I'm at work.

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$17–21/hr
Franksville, WI • 8 miles away

Full time sitter for Twins

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 4:30pm

Hi! We are looking for care for our 6 month old Twins. We have a son and daughter.
We would need care full time throughout the week. We would love for you to watch them at your home and taken them out to do things.

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$13–20/hr
Burlington, WI • 23 miles away

Need a night and anytime sitter

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 06/01 - 06/02

7:00pm - 1:00am (flexible)

Fun loving family of 4.Elway is 6 And Abraham Is 4. Both goofy fun and energetic kids
Fun, play, snacks, bed time, noYouTube!, elway has diabetes so needs to be aware of that as well

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$15–21/hr
Hales Corners, WI • 19 miles away

Part time sitter (3 days a week) for 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm

We will have a 3 month old som and a 2 year old daughter at the start date.
Watch and take care of our children while we are at work. Interact with them and help them learn and grow.

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$15–20/hr
Mount Pleasant, WI • 2 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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