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.

$27–31/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 17 miles away

Occasional sitter for 3 boys

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are new to the LA area and are in need of an occasional sitter so we are able to have more free time.

Make sure they have a dinner that will be prepared by us . Bed at a decent time and be able to separate the 2 oldest if they won’t listen

We are at the AVA arts district . Very safe property

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$18–22/hr
Pasadena, CA • 21 miles away

Part time reliable sitter for pickup and...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Family of 3 that work hard and want someone reliable to help us and our toddler out!

Sitter would pick up toddler from daycare and take back home. They would heat up a prepared dinner and serve to him then get ready for bed until parents get home. Very light chores just pickup up toys loading... More

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$20–23/hr
View Park, CA • 20 miles away

Part-Time sitter for toddlers, pre-teens...

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a Christian Church located in View Park, CA looking for support with our children's church/day care service on Sunday mornings (and occassionally for afternoon services)
The sitter will need to watch kids and teach small Sunday school lessons.
Christ Temple Cathedral, Los Angeles
3125 W.... More

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$25–31/hr
Redondo Beach, CA • 19 miles away

Part time sitter for 3 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family works from home but needs extra help with 3 year old during the day

Feed child, read, teach numbers, and letters, practice writing, playing, painting, potty / diapers

8:30 am - 4:30 pm

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$18–20/hr
Glendora, CA • 23 miles away

as needed sitter for 1 month old infant

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 01/31

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

watching the baby, feeding, and diaper change every 3 hours and as needed. thank you

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$15–20/hr
Costa Mesa, CA • 16 miles away

After school mother helper!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Working parents that need extra help around the house and with our Two sweet girls after school!

Someone who is a self starter and willing to help out with whatever is necessary.

Would be great if helper can occasionally pick girls up from school (both schools are 1 mile from the house! Can... More

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$18–23/hr
Hermosa Beach, CA • 21 miles away

"Experienced Nanny Needed for Fun,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a lively and energetic family of three. My husband is Italian-Egyptian and has a hectic and sometimes unpredictable work schedule. I am fluent in Spanish and work at the office daily from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. We are seeking a reliable and caring nanny to assist with our daughter's afternoon... More

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$24–26/hr
Irvine, CA • 18 miles away

Sitter for toddler in the morning

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 8:30am (flexible)

Need an energetic sitter for my 3 year old toddler boy in the morning. Both parents work east coast hours and need someone to wake up our son, get him ready for school, make breakfast, and take him to school in the morning.

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$20–25/hr
Glendale, CA • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter for our six year old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We recently moved to Glendale from the westside so our son could attend the Korean-English dual language Kindergarten program at Mark Keppel.
We're looking for someone to help pick up our son from school and take him to after school lessons in the Glendale area. We also need light... More

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$22–26/hr
Yorba Linda, CA • 18 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

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$34–38/hr
Redondo Beach, CA • 20 miles away

1 or 2 Day A Week Afternoon Babysitter for...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

1 or 2 Day A Week Afternoon Babysitter for 4 Children in Redondo Beach
Hello! We are looking for a part-time nanny in Redondo Beach for our 3-year-old twins (boy and girl) and their 7- and 8-year-old older brothers.

Typical hours for the family would be:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and/or... More

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$23–28/hr
Torrance, CA • 16 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

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$21–25/hr
Azusa, CA • 21 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

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$20–30/hr
Irvine, CA • 17 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!

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