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.

$10–15/hr
Saint Paul, MN • 19 miles away

Sitter for the next 2 weeks in a quite...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family of 4 needing a babysitter for two weeks to help watch my kids while I work!
Watch the kids, Maybe do some light cleaning. Playing with the kids and their toys would be another task.
We live in a townhome.

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$15–20/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter to sweetest 7 month old.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi there! My name is Liz and my husband and I are looking for a sitter to watch our baby, Giovanni. We both work from home most of the time, but aren't able to give Gio the attention he deserves when we are in meetings. We also have two beagle mixes so being comfortable with dogs is a plus. Some... More

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$20–24/hr
Saint Paul, MN • 25 miles away

Occasional sitter for 2 high-energy kiddos

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for a sitter who can watch 3 (almost 4) and 7 (almost 8) year-old kids who love video games, cartoons, Legos, drawing, cars, and dance parties while Mom and Dad get out for the night (or afternoon).

We don't currently have a dog but will adopt one again some day, so must be comfortable... More

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$20–24/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 23 miles away

Looking for occasional sitter for one...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of three: Mom, Dad, and one boy. We also have two dogs, both of which want to be your best friend. Our son is high spirited and imaginative, but can be a little shy around people he doesn't know at first. But once he opens up to you, prepare to hear a lot about monsters, video games,... More

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$12–18/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 17 miles away

Need a sitter next week!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

It’s just my 5 year old daughter, me and our cat. We moved here from California in 2020.
Take care of my daughter while I work. I am training at a new job and need a sitter.

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$20–24/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 24 miles away

Sitting for 2 boys in Plymouth

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Occasional sitting of 2 boys (8 and 4yo). Playtime, reading, meals and bedtime with them.

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$15–25/hr
Minneapolis, MN • 24 miles away

Occasional sitter for three month old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We are looking for an occasional sitter to help with our three month old for random date nights. We also have two dogs, a German shepherd and a goldendoodle.

Responsibility would be of just the three month old and occasionally letting the dogs out to go to the bathroom

We are located in... More

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

My two kids ages 4 and 2 need a sitter for...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a 4 and a half year old son named Aidan and a 2 and a half year old daughter named Autumn
I have an interview tomorrow morning and need someone to watch them just for two hours maybe more .
From 8:15am-11:30am

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$18–24/hr
Saint Paul, MN • 19 miles away

Occasional sitter needed

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family of 5 that loves to be outside and enjoy the weather! We enjoy going on walks around the neighborhood and all sports!

We would love to have someone available for occasional date nights. This would include feeding the kids dinner, bedtime routine and putting the kids to bed. We also have a dog... More

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$14–25/hr
Saint Paul, MN • 19 miles away

Part-time Nanny Needed

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Easy going family! We love being outside and keeping the boys busy with different activities!

Occasional nanny for week days and random date nights.

The week day hours would be from 9 AM to 4 PM when needed.

Located in Shoreview. We have a small dog (7 pounds) and she is super friendly!

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$19–23/hr
Cedar, MN • Less than a mile

Part time sitter for energetic 18 month...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Mylo is 18 months and constantly on the go, interested in everything and LOVES being outside and water
Just need someone to play with him, make him meals and snacks we have.

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$20–24/hr
Saint Paul, MN • 19 miles away

Part-time nanny for 16mo boy in New Brighton

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 4:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for a part-time nanny for our 16mo boy. We love to spend time outdoors as a family and would like to find someone who would also enjoy spending time with our kiddo outside.
In addition to child care, we'd also like help with light housework during downtime (e.g. loading dishwasher,... More

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$15–20/hr
Forest Lake, MN • 13 miles away

Part Time Sitter For energetic 4 year old...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 11:00am (flexible)

Hi! We are a family located in Forest Lake. Our children are 10 months old and 4.5 years old. We are looking for a reliable babysitter who has experience with infants. It would be a plus if you also have a background in child development!
We need someone to watch our children once a week for a few... More

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$15/hr
Elk River, MN • 15 miles away

Part-time sitter for my 2 girls ages 2 and 4

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 1:30pm (flexible)

Hello, I work from home and need help keeping my kids occupied while I work. I have two girls ages 2 and 4. Thank you.

Need help keeping my kids occupied while I work. That’s really all. Keep them busy, play with them.

Monday 9:30AM - 1:30PM
Tuesday 8:30AM - 2:30PM
Every other Wednesday... More

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