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.

$24–25/hr
Sherman Oaks, CA • 4 miles away

Energetic babysitter/nanny for our 2 kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

Family of 4 seeking baby sitter for weekdays and Saturday date nights. An extra hand around the house. We are looking for someone long term, someone patient and caring. Ideally someone with special needs experience.

Duties include meal preps, bottle feeding, diaper changes, baths, educational... More

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$20/hr
Redondo Beach, CA • 16 miles away

Part-time and regular sitter needed for...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 12:30pm (flexible)

I’m a single mom trying to rear my two active boys (11 and almost 2) as best I can without turning to screens all the time or scheduling so much for the 11 year old that the baby is stuck driving him around. At home or at parks, I let them play wildly and loudly, gently corralling them to be safe... More

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$20–25/hr
Malibu, CA • 20 miles away

part-time sitter for active toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

We're looking for help with our little guy Liam when we are in town! We usually have our 2 friendly dogs with us too - who will be in the house.
Hang, play, feed, change diapers, go outside, help Liam explore. He pretty easy but very active - so definitely looking for someone who loves being... More

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$20–23/hr
Torrance, CA • 20 miles away

Weekly weekend date night sitter for 2.5yr...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Im a single mom with a 2.5yr old daughter looking for a weekly date night sitter for when grandma is out of town. We have a jack russell mix terrier.
Sitter may help with bedtime aka reading a book or 4 if she is still awake by the time I leave, and pretty much just be in the home while she sleeps... More

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$20–21/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 10 miles away

Part time Sitter for 1 Girl 9 years old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 2:30pm

Hi, My name is Joselyn Sanders. I’m a Medical Assistant/ Phlebotomist. I have a lovely husband, 9 year old daughter, and a 16 year old son. I attend nursing school part time and work full time.

I need a sitter to Drop my daughter off at school and pick up her up from school

Mondays,... More

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$24–30/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 3 miles away

Afternoon/After School Sitter/Nanny

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am (flexible)

We are looking for an afternoon/afterschool sitter who can pick up our 4.5 yr old son from school, take him to activities, or bring him home and spend time with him until we come home. Pick up would be between 1:30-2:30. Light meal preparation a few times a week. We would love someone with early... More

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$16/hr
Thousand Oaks, CA • 24 miles away

Occasional sitter for a 2.5 year old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Nico is a fun and active 2.5 year old. My husband and I like to go on occasional dates and that’s when we need a babysitter.

We are looking for a babysitter who is responsive when we call/text them and who is adaptive. Nico started using the potty in January, so the sitter must be comfortable... More

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$15–20/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 3 miles away

Part-time sitter for a 6 month old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

We are looking for someone to look after our 6 month old son 4 days per week (not Thursday's) starting in June. It would be from 10.30am-3.30pm and some days you would start earlier depending on our work schedules. You would also do light house duties such as folding clothes, washing bottles, meal... More

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$20–30/hr
Montrose, CA • 13 miles away

Part Time Support for twin newborns with Mom

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My wife Kimberly and I work in the film industry. We have twin newborns, Neil and Case.

We are looking for a sitter to help take care of the boys during the daytime with Kimberly. Bottle feeding, diaper changes and light house keeping work

Located in Montrose, Ca. Hours would be 6-8hrs a day... More

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$15–30/hr
Long Beach, CA • 23 miles away

2-3 days (4-5 hours) a week sitter for 7...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello,
Two mom with an adorable 7 month old baby.
We both work in healthcare and work from home.

Would like someone to come in every week for 2-3 days, about 4-5 hours. We are flexible with the days.
Sitter will have to do feeding with bottle or food, change diapers etc.
We do not need any... More

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$18–20/hr
Chatsworth, CA • 15 miles away

Seeking Experienced Nanny: Toddler Care...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 4:00am

Our family of three, including a bubbly 3-year-old daughter and a friendly golden doodle dog, is in search of a responsible and experienced nanny to join our household.

Position: Part-time Nanny
Location: Chatsworth
Hours: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Days: Mon-Fri
Start Date:... More

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$25–35/hr
Sunland, CA • 13 miles away

Part-time sitter for two newborn toddlers

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are currently seeking a reliable and experienced babysitter for part-time, occasional care of our twin two-month-old babies and our independent three-and-a-half-year-old child. This position is ideal for someone looking to supplement their income with flexible babysitting hours, primarily during... More

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$30–40/hr
Mission Hills, CA • 12 miles away

One-Time Sitter needed

5+ children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/07 - 07/08

5:00pm - 12:00am

We are getting married and we need a nanny to watch and care for the kids in our bridal party.
Watch the kids while they watch TV and play with toys. No housekeeping, cleaning or food prep is required. Their parents will be in the banquet hall on the lower floor and may pop in from time to time to... More

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$10–20/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 15 miles away

Keeping up with an energetic 5 year old :)

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My niece is 5 years old and full of energy. She loves playing outside, riding her bike, scooter, jumping on her trampoline, going to the park, puzzles, camping art n crafts, pretending to be a beautician/ make up artist and so much more.

I need some assistance for the evening routine. Some... More

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