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.

$10–12/hr
Anderson, IN • 18 miles away

Part-time summer sitter needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

Looking for a HS or College student to spend the summer outside with an active 4 yr old, engaged in creative play and water activities. The focus is fun!

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$18–27/hr
Carmel, IN • 23 miles away

Summer Sitter/Nanny for three kids, 7, 11...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We have three active kids who enjoy swimming, hiking, arts and crafts.
Creating Fun Activities, Watch Kids Swim, Light cleaning after kids, Meal Prep, Transporting kids around for activities
We live in West Carmel and have a pool and activities around our property for kids.

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$10–12/hr
Fishers, IN • 23 miles away

Need a sitter ASAP

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 7:30pm (flexible)

We have two boy. Two and four years old. They love to play cars and go to the park

I would love if a sitter can play with the kids teach the kids and give the snack

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$12–15/hr
Carmel, IN • 23 miles away

Regular help with morning transportation

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 9:00am

Family of 4, living in Carmel, two very well behaved kids needing help with transporation

Help with morning transportation from home in Carmel to summer camp and school

Trustworthy driver with clear driving record and reliable, well maintained vehicle. Help is needed for summer camps (June - July)... More

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$10–11/hr
Fishers, IN • 23 miles away

Need care ASAP

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 7:30pm (flexible)

Hey we have 2 boys 2 and 4 years old . They love to play and just be kids

I would like if sitter can read with them and potty train and playing with them. Color read and teach

$10 an hour 6 hours a day 4 days a week

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$15–23/hr
Kokomo, IN • 15 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic kids....

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I'm a Happly divorced mother of 3 kids. my job is mainly fulltime 10 hours a day in on weekday and as needed on weekends.
Come and watch 3 kids. my 2 little ones need more of the attention then the oldest.
everything i have printed out and listed on fridge to help.

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$18–22/hr
Noblesville, IN • 17 miles away

Looking for a part time nanny

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm

Cute, fun and energetic 1 year who needs a nanny! We are needing part time care.
I need 20 hours of care spread across 3 days. Please message for details
Noblesville/ carmel/ westfield area

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$10–11/hr
Noblesville, IN • 17 miles away

Nighttime sitter for 1 kiddo

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

It's just my 8yr old son and I. We are besties but sometimes I need adult time.
Keep my son and home safe for a few hours. It will be past his bedtime so very easy job.
Hello! Seeking an occasional nighttime babysitter for my 8yr old. We live in the Fishers/Nobleville area. Need care this week,... More

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$13–25/hr
Carmel, IN • 22 miles away

Part-time summer nanny for 4 kids (ages...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Our family of six lives in Carmel, IN. Mom & Dad both work, but with variable/flexible schedules. We have four kids: 10 yr old & 8 yr old boys, 7 yr old girl, and 2 yr old boy.
We are looking for a part-time summer nanny to watch and play with the kids at home, outside, take them to the pool, and... More

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$20–27/hr
Fishers, IN • 24 miles away

Full time Nanny Needed in Fishers (40 hrs...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a full time nanny for our sweet toddler at our home in Fishers!
40 hrs weekly, Mon-Fri. Approximately 8am-4:30pm. Very reliable job. Great benefits and PTO offered.
Must have references and fully vaccinated against TdaP, flu, and COVID since we have a new baby coming into the... More

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$10–21/hr
Fishers, IN • 24 miles away

Baby girl: return to work

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30pm - 6:30am (flexible)

looking for care as I return from maternity leave. Currently work overnights will seek to get schedule change in the coming months. Looking for fixed weekly rate

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$17–22/hr
Westfield, IN • 18 miles away

Occasional weekend sitter for fun family!

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Super easy kids. Respectful and know the rules. They play outside by themselves and are independent. 7 and8 years old.
Watch them for a few hours. They know their bedtime and do their routine without any issues and asleep by 8pm. Also have a cute doodle who loves attention
Please text or call me

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$12–15/hr
Fishers, IN • 23 miles away

Need care for two boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 8:30pm (flexible)

We have a two-year-old and a four-year-old two little boys. our fold is a little behind, and would love if you could sit there and read with him and teach him.

Sit with my kids play with them feed them. Teach them and also potty train.

Not 100% sure on the days off yet or schedule but would like... More

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$10–20/hr
Anderson, IN • 23 miles away

Full time sitter with a car for 2 living...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I have 2 boys 7/9 my oldest is autistic. Youngest is developmentally delayed. But they are both sweet and loving once they get to know you and love helping.
I need a sitter for early mornings 5am, get my 7 year old on the bus for school at 8am and take my 9year old to ABA by 8:30am. And then get my... More

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