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.

$22–30/hr
Sebastopol, CA • 15 miles away

Fridays+ Sitter for Joyful Toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We’re a family of four with two dogs in south Sebastopol. We love raising our kids in Sonoma county and being a part of the community here.

Looking for someone to watch our toddler daughter on Fridays from ~9am-5pm. Includes helping with snacks/meals, walks, playing, reading, etc. Must have... More

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$30–35/hr
San Rafael, CA • 16 miles away

Provide Care for Toddler, Prepare Meals,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 9:00pm

We are looking for a babysitter to care for our toddler on Mondays and Tuesdays, starting April 21, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 8:30 PM. Responsibilities include supervising playtime, preparing meals and snacks, managing bedtime routines, and performing light housekeeping tasks. The sitter must be... More

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$25–30/hr
Novato, CA • 14 miles away

Weekend respite care for a teen girl with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a couple with one child, a 15-year old with special needs. We also have two dogs and a cat and live in our own home.

Looking for a sitter for weekend childcare. This may involve taking our daughter out for activities, shopping and meals. She is not fully potty trained and needs the... More

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$25–27/hr
Novato, CA • 10 miles away

P/t sitter for 13 year old goofy kid with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 10:00pm (flexible)

Single mom of an inquisitive 13 year old with autism and adhd. She loves card games and fidget toys, going to target and listening to music. Tay can be very stubborn but is very silly.

Wed - drive her to her tutor at the library where you’ll have an hour to do your own homework if you want. Then... More

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$19–21/hr
San Rafael, CA • 16 miles away

Babysitter Cares for chill 6 month olds,...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a reliable babysitter starting on Feb 3, 2025 6:30am-~2pm to care for our two 6 month olds. The ideal candidate is experienced with multiples and comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include bottle feeding, engaging in age-appropriate activities, and maintaining a safe environment. Light... More

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$25–30/hr
Sonoma, CA • 11 miles away

One night sitter for two infants (one...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 02/21

7:00pm - 11:00pm (flexible)

Hello, my family and another family will be visiting for the weekend and we are looking for a sitter to come one night. One baby will certainly be asleep and the other may be awake.

The sitter will need to be able to watch a young infant, feed a bottle, and change a diaper.

We will be staying at... More

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$27–31/hr
San Rafael, CA • 21 miles away

Help with before and afterschool driving

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 9:30am (flexible)

We are looking for help driving our 15 yo son to and from high school in Novato. The possible times we need are pick up Wednesday at 2:50pm from school and driving to school on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday am. We may also need additional help in afternoons driving kids to activities. The... More

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$35–40/hr
Santa Rosa, CA • 14 miles away

Early morning sitter for a creative, silly...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I’m a single dad, an HVAC technician, who has a job coming up with an hour commute and it starts at 6am.

My son is four years old, pretty easy going, and loves all the typical four year old boy things- legos, dinosaurs, and robots.

This is an early morning job. Henry typically wakes up at... More

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$10–31/hr
San Rafael, CA • 21 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant, Light...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a babysitter for our infant starting on or after February 3, 2025. The caregiver ensures the child's safety and comfort, engages in play, and maintains a nurturing environment. The role includes basic care tasks such as feeding, changing, and soothing the infant. Light housekeeping duties... More

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$25–29/hr
Napa, CA • 20 miles away

Nanny Needed to Care for 2 Children,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a caring and reliable babysitter for two children, ages preschool and elementary. The schedule includes Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, starting January 28, 2025, with some flexibility. Responsibilities include driving the children, helping with homework, and preparing meals... More

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$10–30/hr
San Anselmo, CA • 19 miles away

Flexible Part-Time Babysitter Needed for...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a caregiver to watch our two elementary-aged children from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, starting on February 10, 2025. The caregiver drives the children to activities and ensures their safety and engagement. The caregiver must have their own car... More

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$25–28/hr
Petaluma, CA • Less than a mile

Babysitter Needed for infant and 6 year old

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 7:00pm (flexible)

We are looking for a babysitter for two children, an infant and an elementary school age child, starting in March. The hours will be from 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM on Sundays. The babysitter cares for the children by playing, reading, and supervising their activities. The job includes preparing meals and... More

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$25–29/hr
Santa Rosa, CA • 17 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Two Young Children...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

We need a babysitter for two children, an infant (4 months) and a toddler (2 1/2 years), starting on January 27, 2025, with flexible scheduling. The hours are from 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Responsibilities include waking the children and help getting them dressed,... More

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$25–30/hr
Petaluma, CA • 3 miles away

Occasional sitter for 10 year boy :)

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi :) I have just moved back to Petaluma after living in Marin for 5 years. I have a 10 year old son who will turn into 11 in march. Daniel loves science, legos, card and board games, as well as art. He is a really sweet kid who just needs someone to play with when I go out occasionally. Thank you!... More

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