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.

$10–25/hr
Wilsonville, OR • 23 miles away

1 week baby sitter 7am-4pm for 2yrs...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I'll be in Oregon for a business trip in July with my daughter (3yrs old in October) and after 2-3 days where we would like to know the sitter to become familiar, during the next week I will be busy during business hours and the sitter will remain with my daughter at home
take care of my daughter... More

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$16–40/hr
Salem, OR • 23 miles away

Part time sitter for driving needs

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

I’ve got two kiddos who are 9 & 7 who need transportation from Salem to pdx Mondays

Hello!
Needing someone to drive my kiddos around from Salem to pdx every Monday for their practice. Can either additionally compensate for gas or have you use my vehicle to drive them

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$20–25/hr
Hillsboro, OR • 24 miles away

After-School Babysitter for 2 girls (2nd...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

Active family with 2 girls (2nd & 4th grade) seeking after-school babysitter

We're an active family with two girls (2nd & 4th grade) seeking a reliable after-school babysitter. Our daughters have ADHD and need a structured, consistent routine. Duties include school pickup, snack prep, following... More

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$21–30/hr
Tualatin, OR • 24 miles away

Part time sitter for a small baby

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

active family who loves to spend time boating and generally being outside! Looking for a trust worthy person to take occasionally watch our girl!
Baby sit and entertain baby, take care of all obvious needs for a small baby.

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$14–30/hr
Newberg, OR • 14 miles away

Occasional sitter for 3 boys 4 and under.

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have 3 boys, a 4 year old who is potty trained and twin 1 year olds.
We need the occasional sitter for date nights. Responsibilities would include diaper changes, feeding dinner and bedtime.

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$21–25/hr
Wilsonville, OR • 23 miles away

Full time sitter to help a single dad

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 12:00pm

Hi I’mJiey my two girls Athina andLoey are two wonderful girls we’re going through a transition with mom leaving I work in happy valley and hoping to find someone to help a single dad
I need someone to take my daughter to school as well as taking care or my 6 month old while I’m at work
Thursdays... More

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$15–20/hr
Portland, OR • 25 miles away

Interested in Nanny Share OR part time Nanny

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My husband and I need help in the mornings currently, if we decide to have a second child (not pregnant) we may need more full time help in the future but for now just about 3-4 hours a day monday-friday

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$10–20/hr
Cornelius, OR • 23 miles away

Full time sitter/ nanny for 13,12,10,8 and...

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 10:00am (flexible)

I work as a CNA from 6 am to 2:30 pm and a lot of over night shifts as well.
Help get my kids on the bus. Make sure snack is packed for my youngest once on my own I’ll need some help over night as well

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$21–25/hr
Newberg, OR • 14 miles away

Part time nanny for an energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are work from home parents with an active toddler who enjoys all the usual toddler activities.
We need a reliable nanny who can not just care for our child but help her to reach her full potential.

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$15–22/hr
McMinnville, OR • Less than a mile

Occasional sitter for one infant

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have one infant (born 10/2023) and one 8 year old that is shared between 2 households so most of the care would be just for the infant
Basic infant care, preparing and feeding bottles, preparing meals/snacks, changing diapers, baths, bedtime, play, etc.
We need care 2-3 Fridays per month from... More

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$18–19/hr
Salem, OR • 21 miles away

Sitter for evenings for 1 seven year old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

Hi, My name is Jessica. We are looking for someone to pick my son up from school and watch him a few hours in our place. We do have one cat but she stays away and is not mean at all. He is very easy to care of but does need help with reading and spelling for an hour after school.We are very... More

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$14–22/hr
Hillsboro, OR • 24 miles away

Looking for weekly partime daytime sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:30am - 7:30pm (flexible)

I am an outpatient dietitian with Providence and work hybrid, and my husband and I also own a custom cabinet business that he works at full time. Looking for more ongoing care for our kids so we can expand our business more.

Play with our kids in engaged and age appropriate ways, prepare bottles... More

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$20–24/hr
Tualatin, OR • 24 miles away

Part time sitter for toddler and one year old

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 3:00pm (flexible)

Two young kiddos and a dog. Jane is a vibrant 3 year old and brooks is a smiley boy
Watch both children and engage our daughter in some of her daily preschool workbooks.
Schedule is flexible, but Fridays are needed care.

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$22–25/hr
Newberg, OR • 14 miles away

Part time Sitter/Nanny/Recuring

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

I have 3 girls 8, 14,&15. They are amazing and fun; no real special needs. All the girls are involved in after school events, but mostly soccer and basketball.
Duties would include light cleaning, meal prep, laundry. Mostly transportation, they are pretty good at doing what is needed of... More

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