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
Fort Worth, TX • 25 miles away

Part time for 3 kidos

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 4:30pm

I have a 5 year old and 10 and 8 year old 2 girls one boy my son is special needs and would need patience.
Basically just pick up kids after school by time you get to house it will be 4 and just basically be home with them the most 20 to 30 mins til I get off work and keep a eye on them.

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$18–50/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 22 miles away

Part-time sitter needed for infant and two...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Need occasional help to watch the baby for a few hours a week, and possibly for date night every now and then. Also to help drive kids to and from various summer camp activities when our work schedules conflict.

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$15–17/hr
Aledo, TX • 13 miles away

Looking for Part time sitter (2 days a...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm

Family needs a part-time babysitter for 2 days a week. We are flexible with the times but roughly looking for someone from 9-4ish on Wednesdays and 7-1 on Fridays. Looking for someone long term for the next 2 years roughly. While our oldest is in school, you will only be watching 1 child and the... More

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$10–15/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 21 miles away

On call sister for one 2nd grader during...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I'm a working grandmother who needs a little help when grandkids visit!
I need a sitter to be at my home approx. 1-3 days per week for 2-3hrs per shift between the hours of 8am-11am
There is a gap of time between the adult schedules in the home and although child may still be sleeping or in bed, an... More

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$18–19/hr
Azle, TX • 17 miles away

Occasional , weekend night out

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello we have a 9 month old and looking for an occasional baby sitter 9pm-2 am
Put him to sleep, watch him throughout the night update through the time babysitting

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$12–17/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 22 miles away

Part-time sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

My family is new. My daughter is two years old.
She is very precious to me and she’s extremely smart
During the week you would just pick her up from her daycare and then go to the house have a snack and dinner will be already prepared in case she wants it later on for that evening as well she does... More

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$18–24/hr
Peaster, TX • 7 miles away

Part-time sitter for four school aged...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 12:00pm

My husband and I have four awesome kids that are age 6-11. All of the kids attend Peaster ISD and love to be involved in sports and other activities. We are an animal loving family that lives just on the outside of Weatherford.
We're looking for someone to start the beginning of July as a part time... More

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$10–20/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 24 miles away

mommy of a princess and a prince

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

my son is ADHD. He is almost 7. My daughter is three. They are a great children for the most part. They get along well with other children and love pets and speak moderate.

attend the children well take care of them as needed. They require diaper, changing my daughter who is three.

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$17–21/hr
Peaster, TX • 7 miles away

Full time sitter for 2 boys ages 3 & 5

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am

Recently single with 2 boys, ages 3 & 5 1/2; Babysit in my home or yours
Babysit in my home or yours, feeding children, light housekeeping,putting to bed
Schedule is normally 3p-10p but sometime may have a double from 9a-10p but mostly on Sundays

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$10–18/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 18 miles away

Occasional Sitter for Preschooler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am looking for an occasional sitter to watch my daughter. She is 4 years old. Sitter must be comfortable with large Dogs.

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$15–20/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 25 miles away

Occasional sitter for an adorable 10 month...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We're a family of 3, with 3 big fur-babies. Our son is 10 months old currently and growing every day!
We're looking for someone who is available during the weekday for occasional sitting. We want someone who will play with Tucker, put him down for naps, feed him bottles and pre-made solid foods, and... More

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$10–13/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 21 miles away

Occasional sitter for my 1yr old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello I’m looking for a caring loving sitter to watch my 1yr old. Mon-Fri plz leave number so we can talk thank you. Plz leave number in your bio thank you

Help with feeding her, making meals, potty training. Light house cleaning

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$15–21/hr
Fort Worth, TX • 18 miles away

Part time sitter needed for two boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 2:00pm (flexible)

Family of 4 in search of a nanny for our 8 year old and 2 year old sons. Nanny will care for kids in our home while Mom works from home.

Duties will include but not limited to light housework in areas occupied by the kids, supervise arts and crafts, accompany kids outside, etc. Nanny should be... More

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$12/hr
Weatherford, TX • 7 miles away

Mom's helper / Nanny needed!

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! We are the C family. My husband and I have three kids, G ( age 12), E (Age 2) and A ( Age 6 Months). Care is only needed for our younger two, our girls, as our son is independent. I am in the process of starting up a business and am a bit overwhelmed with doing that and handling the kids and... More

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