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.

$15–20/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 16 miles away

Looking for Babysitter for Sweet...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hey my name is Revè and my fiancés name is Lonnie. Together we have a 3 year old daughter named Rose. We normally don’t need a sitter but we currently don’t have surrounding family around to watch our daughter so,for special occasions like birthdays, gatherings, dates, etc we decided to possibly... More

See Full Job Details

$18–22/hr
Orange, CA • 15 miles away

Loving Caregiver for 6-Month-Old Baby Girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:30am - 2:30pm (flexible)

We are a small family with a 6-month-old baby girl. We are looking for someone who can become a trusted and loving part of our routine as we transition back to work. We have no pets, and our home is a calm and warm environment.

We need a caregiver to focus entirely on our baby—playing with her,... More

See Full Job Details

$20–28/hr
Culver City, CA • 25 miles away

Part time sitter for mom who works retail

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 7:00pm (flexible)

Hi I am a single mother with two beautiful babies Kaia 1yr and Ali 2yrs

I need a sitter available for a full day of work on the weekends either Sun or Sat. My kids are active and love to play so they will need outdoor and indoor time. They are fast learners and have curious minds with two very... More

See Full Job Details

$19–25/hr
Hawthorne, CA • 23 miles away

On call sitter for 6 month old babygirl

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

6 month old babygirl eternity currently bottle fed and eats gerbers light playing loves story time and interacting
Enjoys being on her walker as well. Watching cartoons. Sleeps easily when tired. Happy bubbly baby,
Feed baby
Change diapers
Bath as needed
Play time and interactions
Cartoon time... More

See Full Job Details

$28–40/hr
Redondo Beach, CA • 25 miles away

Part time sitter inevening and night to...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi my brother and his wife is looking for help. He is currently sick and undergoing treatment for next few months.

Their girl Haylee is such a sweet and perfect kid and they just need help entertaining her for a few hours a night. Great kids and great family .

Play with Haylee, make her food,... More

See Full Job Details

$18–22/hr
Ontario, CA • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter for three funny well...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello! We are a busy family of five. We have 3 children ages 10,8 and 5! We also have a medium sized energetic dog, so being comfortable with dogs is a must.
We are looking for somebody to bridge the gap between the time my husband leaves for work and the time I get home. We want our children to be... More

See Full Job Details

$22–26/hr
Yorba Linda, CA • 16 miles away

Dog loving part time sitter for two children

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are an active, tight knit family with two children and a dog. Interpersonal relationships and faith come first and we value learning every day.
Looking for someone to pick up from school and provide structured learning activities until parents can be home. Must be comfortable with dog and light... More

See Full Job Details

$22–27/hr
Glendale, CA • 18 miles away

Part-time sitter for two awesome kids,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello. I am the co-parent of two children, ages 2.5 and 5.5 years.My girl is in preschool and the boy is in kindergarden.
The sitter needs to heat up their meal, distract them with activities, transport them to the park or other activities, play with them and do child-related tasks while I am... More

See Full Job Details

$20–29/hr
Westchester, CA • 25 miles away

Afternoon sitter for a 3yr old and 5yr old

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We have a 3 year old girl and 5 year old boy who are happy and love to do arts and crafts, run around, play games and help cook. We also have a frenchie who likes attention but sleeps most of the time. We are hoping to find someone that we think of as a part of the family!
We need someone to pick... More

See Full Job Details

$18–25/hr
Long Beach, CA • 19 miles away

After school care and assistance for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

3-6 pm after school care M-F with 2pm early pick up on Thursday. School pick up, car a must. Prefer experience working with neurodiverse kids (autism spectrum disorder). Art therapy, music, and creativity orientation. She is super high functioning with some self-regulation challenges at times so... More

See Full Job Details

$25–26/hr
Irvine, CA • 22 miles away

Morning Mother's Helper Needed in Irvine

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

Hello! We are the Cheung family! We are looking for a long term Mother's helper for my 6 yo twin girls. Ocassionally help out with my 4 yo son. Responsibilities include making a light breakfast and getting kids off to school, as well as tiding up and folding laundry. Looking for someone long term... More

See Full Job Details

$23–28/hr
Torrance, CA • 22 miles away

Looking for date night/back up babysitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

In search of an occasional babysitter that is available on the weekends for 1 to 2 times a month for date nights or as backup during the week when our daycare is closed. We have a 2 year old son named Raymond.
Please make sure you meet the below requirements before applying:
-Must have at least 3... More

See Full Job Details

$21–25/hr
Azusa, CA • 9 miles away

Part-time or Full-Time Sitter Needed for...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am

Hello! We are a family of four: a mom, a dad, and our two boys, ages 5 months and 2 years. We're currently seeking a caring and reliable nanny to join us either part-time or full-time. If you have experience with young children and are interested in helping us create a loving and nurturing... More

See Full Job Details

$20–30/hr
Irvine, CA • 23 miles away

Tutor needed for two girls

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Single dad with two sweet girls looking for after school help and tutoring

Need help picking up the girls from school, getting homework done, and tutoring in additional subjects.

Someone who speaks Spanish please!

See Full Job Details

Find a Babysitting Job in Hacienda Heights, CA

Refine Results

Other Care Types

Babysitting FAQ

How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

Babysitting jobs in your area

Top cities

By state