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.

$20–25/hr
Eden Prairie, MN • 19 miles away

Occasional sitter for 3 yo and 6 yo girls

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for someone to watch our girls while we go on dates or run errands. Our schedule is flexible.

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$15–15/hr
Hopkins, MN • 21 miles away

Sitter for 1 hour in the morning, 2-3...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi I am a resident physician who is a single dad with a 3 year old daughter who spends about 3 days a week with me
Minimal requirement. I need to leave for work at 6:30 AM however my father in law cannot pick my daughter up until 7:30 AM. I just need a babysitter to be present in my apartment with... More

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$19–23/hr
Shakopee, MN • 20 miles away

Part time sitter for baby

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

Joint family and usually grandma and grandpa is home to help and they will be providing food
Help to engage and teach baby. Play with her or take her to a walk.Mother is wfh as well

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$15–25/hr
Wayzata, MN • 15 miles away

Single parent family in need of a reliable...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Our household is myself (Ellen, mom), Noah (age 4) and biscuit (six-year-old Yorkie poo)

Ensuring the safety of Noah and Biscuit while I am at work or running errands

In general, I would need coverage on weekends, evenings intermittently. Occasional daytime care when my son is sick.

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$20–24/hr
Excelsior, MN • 14 miles away

Occasional sitter for 5 year old son

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We are looking for a date night babysitter for our 5 year old son in Excelsior.
Occasional babysitter needed for date nights. Typically prepare him an easy dinner and do bedtime.
Excelsior, MN
2x month

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$18–24/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 25 miles away

As needed sitter for 2 fun-loving children.

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a girl (7) and a boy (5) I will need care for occasionally. I am a nurse and work 12 hr shifts, some of these days I may need partial day to full day help. They both communicate their needs well and are well behaved. I do have a large dog, so it is preferred if you have some knowledge or... More

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$18–22/hr
Monticello, MN • 23 miles away

Part-time sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

Single mom and I live with my brother. We both work different schedule. Looking for someone to cover the gap.
Watch, educational activities, and play at the park with my son.

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$13–23/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 24 miles away

Occasional Baby sitter for 9-month-old...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am looking for a reliable babysitter to take care of my 9-month-old daughter while I am working at my office. We are a family of 5 and both parents work. The elder kids are at school/daycare during the daytime.

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$19–23/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter for infant

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Part-time sitter for infant

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$13–20/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 25 miles away

Occasional sitter for one 4 year old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi, we’re Molly and Josh. We have a little boy named Walt and a little pup named Lucy.

Looking for an occasional sitter, normally during the week evenings. Sometimes weekends for events

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$16–20/hr
Chanhassen, MN • 16 miles away

Part-time sitter for 1 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

Gigi is a very sweet girl and we are looking for a part time sitter. Open to 2-3 days a week.

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$18–22/hr
Monticello, MN • 23 miles away

Part-time Sitter for 1 energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00pm - 3:00pm

English and Haitian Creole speaking toddler. I am looking for a trust worthy sitter for my 4 year old. The person would just have to watch him from 12:00 to 3:00 PM Monday to Friday this summer. Someone who would be able to do some instructive games with him during these 3 hours is preferred.

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$20–20/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 23 miles away

Help with Drop Offs and Pick-ups, WFH...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi there,

We just moved to Minnesota and are looking for some childcare support for our two daughters ages 4 and 9 years old.

We are specifically looking for help with drop-offs and pick-ups in St. Louis Park every other Tuesday (12:45 pm-3:15 pm), as well as the occasional block of time on... More

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$20–24/hr
Spring Park, MN • 11 miles away

Part-time sitter for the occasional night out

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for potential babysitters to watch our sweet, energetic 1.5 year old so we can enjoy the occasional night out to dinner. Must have CPR and First Aid certification.

Esther loves exploring, reading books, music, bath time, and her baby dolls. She can be shy at first but quickly turns... More

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