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.

$12–17/hr
Cincinnati, OH • 24 miles away

Part Time for 1 sweet 7mo old babygirl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:30am - 8:30pm (flexible)

Hello! I'm am looking for care for my 7mo old Nadia Milan. I have her on a pretty good schedule. It's just her, her father & me in our home. We also own two pups so she's a fan of doggies .

I want someone who will be very proactive with her & has experience with infants. She also loves other... More

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$10–15/hr
Cincinnati, OH • 24 miles away

Over night sitter needed every other weekend

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 8:00am

Hello, my name is Charron, I work third shift as a registered nurse and I have four children, ages 2, 7, 10, and 12.
During child care the children would need supervision for the first 3-4 hours until they go to bed and after bed time there would potentially be some light house keeping to be done.
I... More

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$10–20/hr
Cincinnati, OH • 18 miles away

Sitter needed for 3 toddlers

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

My sister and I are looking for someone to watch and play with our kids. The oldest will be in preschool M-Th for part of the day while the two youngest will only go 1 day a week.

Light cleaning of the play space, playing and organizing games/crafts, prepare snacks and lunch, assist with potty... More

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$10–15/hr
Germantown, OH • 25 miles away

4 day sitter needed this summer!

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 5:00pm

We are a family of 5 and two labradors. The oldest son is 13, daughter is 6 and youngest son is almost 2.We are looking for the right fit for our kiddos to have a fun summer and continuing care for our youngest when school returns.
Childcare, food prep, cleaning up from the day, engaging activities,... More

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$15–20/hr
Cincinnati, OH • 24 miles away

Part time sitter for one toddler boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 11:00am (flexible)

I'm a single dad taking care of my son and need help doing so while I work mom is in the picture but not always available.
Watch and take care of my son while I work. Currently in potty training very smart and active child and relatively low maintained child.

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$10–14/hr
Cincinnati, OH • 24 miles away

Occasional date-night sitter for sweet 3...

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 05/11

6:30pm - 11:30pm

We are a family of 4, mom dad teenager and toddler. We also have a small dog.
We are looking for an occasional sitter for our 3 year old daughter. This would be for date nights or occasional times we cannot bring her along. We need this person to be able to come to our home and watch her. You would... More

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$13–14/hr
Dayton, OH • 22 miles away

Sitter for my 6 mo old baby!!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi!! My little family consists of my husband, memy beautiful daughter and my dog ( small).
Just watch and give the best care to my baby! Feed her, change diapers etc, nothing crazy

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$10–13/hr
Miamisburg, OH • 21 miles away

Occassional sitter for easy going and kind...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Dynamic duo of mom & daughter. Proud mom to a very bright, entertaining and creative daughter
Occasionally date night watching and some day time needs for mom to run errands

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$16–18/hr
Liberty Twp, OH • 23 miles away

Weekend sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

1 child, age 5, me and wife work 6 days a week. Have several jobs. Need help with 5 year old, he is active
Prepare snack, possibly put to bed, be weekends early morning, nights possibly, will give plenty of advance notice
Sitter always at house, mainly weekends sitter,

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$10–21/hr
Middletown, OH • 18 miles away

A few hours a week with a friendly toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi, my daughter's name is Esther, she is 16 months old, very outgoing, and easily adjustable with new people. She loves dancing and listening to music, reading books, and hanging out. Esther is raised trilingual and we welcome intercultural people in her care. We are a Christian family, dedicated to... More

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$12–15/hr
Cincinnati, OH • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter for 1 year old boy/15-20...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for a babysitter for 1 year old boy. Parents work from home and will be in the home. Looking for help in the mornings.

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$13–18/hr
Cincinnati, OH • 16 miles away

PT date night nanny for occasional week...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello, we are looking for a part time nanny for our 5 yr-old daughter on weekends, and Occasional weeknights 5 PM to 10 PM ( 7pm til bedtime) in our home. Part time hours are flexible options.

We are a fun-loving family looking for a nanny with 5+ years of experience as a nanny, with skills in... More

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$10–20/hr
Amelia, OH • 24 miles away

Some sibling rivalry in this house

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have two boys, one 9 and the other 2. I am looking for someone that can be available at least 2 days a month, with other occasional days as needed. You’d mostly be working evenings and/or nights, but rarely (if ever) overnight and weekends. There aren’t many expectations beyond keeping them alive.... More

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$15–20/hr
Dayton, OH • 20 miles away

Part-Time After-School Support for 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

Hi! We are looking for extra help after school/summer camp with 9 year old daughter & 5 year old son (year round). Both kids have after school activities to include martial arts, and tutoring.

Looking for someone to help pick up kids and drive to after-school activities, then back home. Some... More

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