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.

$27–30/hr
San Jose, CA • 15 miles away

After School sitter / tutor for 5 year old...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 4:00pm (flexible)

Hello, we are looking or after school care / homework help for 5 year old twins . Grandma will be with kids ad you to guide and help with children .

Pick up kids from school , homework help , monitor eating and play with kids

Near Grant Elementary School San Jose / Japantown

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$25–30/hr
Oakland, CA • 22 miles away

Help with preschool morning routine, 7-8:30am

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for someone to help with our kids’ (3yr, b/g twins) morning routine to get ready for preschool. They wake up around 7, they should be ready for school by 8/8:15. No driving required (we’ll take over) but we may ask for occasional driving help if you're comfortable. Help them wake up,... More

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$20–25/hr
Fremont, CA • 6 miles away

Looking for an organized mother’s helper...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a busy family of 4. I am trying to get the house in order with your help and organization skills. Meal prep, tidying the house and organizing would be the initial focus. Eventually will just focus on maintaining that organization.

Meal prep, light cleaning around the kitchen and common... More

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$25–30/hr
South San Francisco, CA • 22 miles away

Part time sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello!

We are looking for a part time sitter to help with our kids who are 1 and 4 yo. We need help during the early hours between 6-10am or 3-8pm (days vary). We are looking for someone who’s experienced in watching multiple kids, can help with feeds and diaper changes, and keep up with two... More

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$18/hr
Castro Valley, CA • 13 miles away

Part Time Help Need with Two Awesome Kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Busy family looking for a "Mother's Helper" a few days a week.

Responsibilities include:
-Pickup from school
-Dinner (usually pre-made, just needs to be heated and served)
-Bedtime routine (bath, PJs, read a book, lights out)
-Light cleaning (after dinner cleanup and straighten up... More

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$25–33/hr
San Mateo, CA • 15 miles away

Engaging Babysitter Needed for Toddler for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I’m looking for mother’s helper 3-4 times a week, ~4 pm to 7-8 pm. We are flexible on which days on the week but would prefer someone who can come in on either Tuesday or Thursdays.

Position starting Feb 2025. Duties include :
* Picking up our 2.5 year old from daycare at 4 pm and caring for... More

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$25/hr
Oakland, CA • 22 miles away

After school helper and driver for 2 kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for someone to help us with school pick-up and driving to after school activities. Hours would be approximately 3:30/4:30 - 6/7pm up to 4 days a week. The school is in Berkeley and our house is a few miles away. We are flexible in terms of the number of days worked.... More

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$10–20/hr
Hayward, CA • 10 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Tutoring One...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am (flexible)

We seek a responsible babysitter starting January 13, 2025, with a flexible start date. The role involves tutoring for 2nd grade child, Monday through Thursday, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

Responsibilities include tutoring support in homework for English comprehension and writing.

Please let me... More

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$10–25/hr
Fremont, CA • 3 miles away

3 months old, super mellow baby girl,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Here’s a sample job description you can customize based on your needs:

Part-Time Personal Assistant and Household Help Needed

Location: [fremont, ca]
Contact: Rob,

We are a family in search of a reliable and caring individual to assist with various household tasks and child care for our... More

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$18–25/hr
San Jose, CA • 18 miles away

Regular sitter for 3 boys

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have 3 sweet boys: a quiet teen who loves reading and is super helpful with our toddler; a 2nd grader who loves legos and our sweet and cuddly 3 year old. We are looking for a sitter we can build a great relationship with and be able to use frequently and consistently. We prefer date nights... More

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$25–30/hr
Oakland, CA • 23 miles away

Reliable babysitter needed for daycare...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

I am looking for a responsible babysitter for my sweet 12 month old daughter starting this week. The hours will be from 5:30 PM to 8:00pm, two nights a week. She needs to be picked up from daycare in Mission Bay, SF and transported to my home in Oakland. The ideal candidate is reliable, knows... More

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$25–30/hr
Newark, CA • Less than a mile

Nanny for infant and toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 3:00pm

Duties include:
*Changing diapers
*Feedingmeals, bottle feeding, burping, soothing
*Infant experience
*Nap time
*Cleaning/put away toys
*Playing/teaching
*Folding laundry
*Light cleaning (bottles/dishes)
*Comfortable with baby cams around the house/rooms

Requirements:
*CPR/First Aid... More

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$20–25/hr
Alameda, CA • 20 miles away

Seeking sitter for my awesome 9 year old son!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm

In search of a reliable sitter for my 9 yr old son.
Hopefully someone that could drive him home (when needed) - but not often.

He’s currently in 4th grade in Alameda. He’s a loving, fun, smart, curious and well behaved boy! Meet him/Pick up from school ~ 3:00pm & baby sit for several hours.... More

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$18–30/hr
Redwood City, CA • 12 miles away

Repeat weekend sitter for twin toddler...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am (flexible)

We are first time parents to 17 mo twin boys and do no have family nearby. We need help one weekend day (flexible either Sat or Sun and flexible with starting time) to look after the babies so we can have a rest day from childcare. Responsibilities are:
Baby food prep, feeding, loading/unloading... More

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