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.

$10–25/hr
Milwaukee, WI • 24 miles away

Flexible Part-Time Babysitter for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 7:00pm (flexible)

We need a babysitter starting on July 1, 2025, on Thursdays from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM to care for two toddlers. The sitter takes care of daily activities, including playtime, meal preparation, and nap routines. The candidate must have their own car for transportation and be comfortable with pets.... More

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$10–11/hr
Kenosha, WI • 20 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 8:30pm (flexible)

We seek a responsible babysitter for three toddlers starting on June 26, 2025, with flexible scheduling. The working hours are from 2:30 PM to 8:30 PM on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. The caregiver must have their own car. Responsibilities include preparing healthy meals and snacks, assisting with... More

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$18–22/hr
Elkhorn, WI • 18 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a responsible babysitter for our three children, aged toddler to elementary school. The start date is flexible, with a preference for June 30, 2025. Primary duties include driving the children to activities, preparing meals and snacks, and supervising playtime. The ideal candidate enjoys... More

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$10–11/hr
Waukesha, WI • 16 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting on June 20, 2025, with a flexible start date. The position requires care on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 5:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The babysitter will provide a safe environment, attend to the child's needs, and engage in age-appropriate... More

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$10–14/hr
Milwaukee, WI • 20 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for One...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a babysitter to care for our elementary-age child starting on June 16, 2025. The babysitter ensures safety, engages in fun activities, and assists with homework. The role requires comfort with pets, as we have animals in the home. A reliable car is necessary for transporting our child to... More

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$15–20/hr
Antioch, IL • 23 miles away

Date night sitter for two boys aged 3 and 2

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for a fun, patient and loving sitter. We have two boys! River is 3 and has mild/moderate autism. He is just the sweetest. His favorite things are dinosaurs and going to the waterpark. Brooks is 2 and is as sassy as can be. He loves to play baseball and soccer and anyone who joins him is his... More

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$18–22/hr
Racine, WI • 20 miles away

Reliable babysitter needed for homework...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a reliable babysitter starting on June 16, 2025, with a flexible start date. The schedule runs daily from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM for one elementary-aged child. The babysitter prepares meals and snacks, helps with homework, and provides care when the child is sick. The role includes driving the... More

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$19–23/hr
Milwaukee, WI • 24 miles away

Flexible Babysitter Needed for Toddler,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 7:00pm (flexible)

We need a babysitter to care for our toddler from June 17, 2025, on Tuesdays to Fridays, from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM. The sitter will engage our child in safe and fun activities, prepare simple meals and snacks, and ensure a clean and safe play environment. The sitter should be comfortable with pets, as... More

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$10–20/hr
Milwaukee, WI • 21 miles away

Baby girl!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Family with a little baby, my husband is a doctor and I’m studying in uwm

Baby sit down 18 mo mornings, go to park, no other things, just babysitting

Wauwatosa, mornings 8-12

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$18–19/hr
Racine, WI • 20 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Three Children with...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00pm - 8:00am

We seek a babysitter for three children, ages elementary to middle school, from June 16, 2025. The work schedule is Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday nights, starting at 8:00 PM and ending at 8:30 AM. The ideal candidate has experience with special needs children, is comfortable with pets, and has a... More

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$10–17/hr
Twin Lakes, WI • 19 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler while go to...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a responsible and caring babysitter for our toddler starting on June 11, 2025. The babysitter will prepare healthy meals and snacks, change diapers if needed and engage in age-appropriate activities. Safety is a priority, so the babysitter will supervise playtime and ensure a safe... More

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$17–22/hr
Cudahy, WI • 21 miles away

Part time nanny for two wonderful kids!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

We’re a family of 4 looking for part time weekly care for our two wonderful kids!

Watch our two kids 3 to 4 days a week with light housekeeping duties associated with the kids. We also have a sweet dog who only needs to be let out from time to time in our fenced in yard.

Very flexible with... More

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$15–18/hr
Milwaukee, WI • 18 miles away

Care for baby weekday mornings!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 11:00am

Hello! I am Kelley, looking for care for my daughter! I am going to be working from home and am looking for someone to look after her while I work on a different level of the house. Only looking for mornings up until she goes down for a nap, she is an awesome baby!

Look after baby, let dog... More

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$15–19/hr
Kenosha, WI • 24 miles away

Seek Reliable Babysitter for Two Children:...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

Request on hold for now. I am the grandmother who helps my son when I can come to town. He is a single dad. We seek a reliable babysitter for two children aged 3 and 6 yrs. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 7:30 AM -10am in the mornings and 4:30 -8 pm in the evenings from Monday through... More

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