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.

$20–30/hr
Glendale, CA • 25 miles away

Full-Time Sitter for a sweet Italian girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am

Hello! We are a small family composed by me, my wife, our daughter and our dog. We work in creative fields and we enjoy living an outdoor active life. Our daughter is used to people, and very outgoing with everyone. She loves to play with her car and paint.
We need a Monday-Thursday babysitter... More

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$22–26/hr
Paramount, CA • 11 miles away

Part time sitter to potty train my active...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are family of four, 10month old baby and 2year old. This is our first time to hire somebody to help.
I primarily need someone to help me potty training my daughter. She’s a strong willed little girl.

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$24–28/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 16 miles away

Part-Sitter for my toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My name is Kay. My daughter's name is Kali. She just turned 2. I'm looking for overnight care and for long periods of time.
Basic toddler care. My daughter is really easy to deal with. As long as she has her show on she's set. Light cleaning if any mess has been made by her. And light cooking for... More

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$25–35/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 16 miles away

Weekend babysitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

Looking for a weekend babysitter for our 3-year-old son Theo, on weekend mornings. I'm a professor at USC and live in faculty housing on campus, and the care would take place in our house.

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$10–20/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 18 miles away

Busy week and need evening care for 1 year...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My child will mostly be asleep so need a sitter to stay home and keep the house secure and an eye on the toddler

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$15–30/hr
Long Beach, CA • 8 miles away

2-3 days (4-5 hours) a week sitter for 7...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

Hello,
Two mom with an adorable 7 month old baby.
We both work in healthcare and work from home.

Would like someone to come in every week for 2-3 days, about 4-5 hours. We are flexible with the days.
Sitter will have to do feeding with bottle or food, change diapers etc.
We do not need any... More

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$11–23/hr
Costa Mesa, CA • 25 miles away

Full time sitter for a lovable toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi. My husband and myself are in the military. We have are stationed in the area so I’m hoping we can find a great babysitter for our son. He is a sweet kid. An easy kid I’d say. We do have a mixed breed dog (pit/lab).They are best friends. And just hope you are a great fit for our... More

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$21–25/hr
Glendale, CA • 24 miles away

First time parents looking for part time...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

1st time parents to 7 month old baby. Need a part time/occasional nanny/sitter for date nights & any emergencies

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$15–18/hr
Fullerton, CA • 25 miles away

Need part time sitter for 5 months old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 3:30pm (flexible)

Hi,
We are looking for a babysitter for our 5 months old daughter. While she sleeps , light homework may be needed but it is optional. (Must have clean background and prior reference check).
We need babysitter to take care our daughter, watch her and play with her :)
We live near cal state... More

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$25–40/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 22 miles away

Occasional babysitter

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We are the Castles! Gunnar is 6 next month and Hazel is 19 months. We have two dogs so there’s always a lot going on!

I’m a stay at home mom, just looking for help in the mornings on Wednesday and sometimes other days and for occasional date nights. The morning help will generally be just... More

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$18–25/hr
Santa Monica, CA • 19 miles away

Occasional sitting for 10 year old son and...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! I’m single mom with a 10 year old son & small pug. I’m a civil rights lawyer & work at UCLA Law School. My son is social and likes sports (soccer!), walks and hikes, and reading. With sitters he likes activities but can also play independently on his own. My dog is social, loving, snuggly and... More

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$10–20/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 10 miles away

Keeping up with an energetic 5 year old :)

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My niece is 5 years old and full of energy. She loves playing outside, riding her bike, scooter, jumping on her trampoline, going to the park, puzzles, camping art n crafts, pretending to be a beautician/ make up artist and so much more.

I need some assistance for the evening routine. Some... More

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$15–18/hr
Huntington Beach, CA • 22 miles away

Full-time sitter for our happy & energetic...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

First-time parents to a one-year-old. We recently relocated to the area from Seattle, WA.

Looking for a loving and nurturing sitter. Must be CPR/first aid certified, non-smoker & comfortable with pets. Dad works from home so if you ever have any questions or concerns he will be near.

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$20–26/hr
Long Beach, CA • 9 miles away

Part-time sitter for 7 month baby boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am

Requirement: we would like to pay you through a nanny payroll service like Care.com. We understand this is inconvenient, so we can pay you a higher hourly wage

We are looking for a day time nanny for our 6 month old baby who can help from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for 3 weekdays per week ( M/TH/FRI) for... More

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