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.

$24–28/hr
Belvedere Tiburon, CA • 4 miles away

Afternoon nanny for fun energetic 4 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for sweet high energy upbeat Nanny for 12-15+ hours a week ongoing for an active 4 year old in Tiburon. Potentially pick up from pre-school.

Neighborhood has a playground nearby but some hills when walking and the house has a yard to play in.

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$27–35/hr
Oakland, CA • 13 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Two Toddlers on...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

We need a babysitter for two toddlers on Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, starting December 26, 2024. The sitter ensures the safety and well-being of the children, engages them in age-appropriate activities, and supports toilet training. The role includes preparing meals and snacks, doing light... More

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$27–28/hr
South San Francisco, CA • 16 miles away

Evening Babysitter for a 4 year old.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

Looking for an Evening Babysitter in South San Francisco
We are seeking a caring and trustworthy babysitter to assist with our 4-year-old son’s evening routine.

This position is Monday through Friday, from 5 PM to 8 PM, in South San Francisco.

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$20–25/hr
Alameda, CA • 16 miles away

WFH mom looking for help with daily care...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi I’m Jie. Me and my husband are both working at Film and Animation production industries. We recently had our new born boy as first time parents. Finding a balance between work and family is our new challenge for 2025.

While I work from home my new born baby boy is needing a hand for... More

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$27–47/hr
San Francisco, CA • 10 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Middle School Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for one middle school child starting December 22, 2024, with a flexible start date. The sitter will supervise the child, assist with homework, and engage in activities that support learning and development. Light housekeeping tasks, such as tidying up and... More

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$27–31/hr
San Francisco, CA • 8 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Toddler with Bedtime...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are seeking a responsible and caring babysitter for occasional evening and weekend help for our daughter (18 months) starting in January 2025. The babysitter will engage the child in safe and fun activities, help with meal time and bedtime routine. The ideal candidate is patient, attentive, and... More

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$25–32/hr
San Francisco, CA • 10 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Two Children,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We seek a babysitter for two children, ages 3 and 6. Days of the week are flexible, but looking for help 3-5 days per week from approx 7-9AM. Also would be open to some afternoon/evenings and non childcare tasks (folding laundry etc), if looking for more hours. Start date in January.

Minimum... More

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$18–30/hr
Oakland, CA • 21 miles away

Night nanny for 4 month old infant

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of 4: mom, dad, 3 yo and infant. Mom has upcoming work trip and needs to find a night nanny to cover night feedings for infant who will be 4 months old. Will be 5 nights, but hoping to establish a relationships beforehand and maybe after as well

Arrive after infant is already asleep... More

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$20–25/hr
San Francisco, CA • 8 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Elementary Child,...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30pm - 7:30pm (flexible)

I need a reliable babysitter for my daughter starting on January 6, 2025, with a flexible start date. The schedule includes Monday to Friday, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. The ideal candidate has their own car and is comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include picking up her from school and staying... More

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$26–30/hr
Orinda, CA • 19 miles away

Part-time driver for two elementary school...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

We live in Orinda, but our eight-year-old goes to school in Marin and we need help picking him up and taking him to activities back in the East Bay in the afternoons. We could provide ~25 hours per week of work. Currently, we do a carpool with one other family.
This position is ideal for a student... More

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$20–25/hr
Albany, CA • 13 miles away

part-time rotating weekly schedule for one...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 9:30am (flexible)

Looking for an extra set of caring hands to help with everything!
part-time help during the week, some mornings and evening for before and after school. We’d like to start slowly with just driving to school Monday/Friday between Albany and El Cerrito, which is about 1 hour total per week. Hoping... More

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$26–35/hr
El Cerrito, CA • 13 miles away

Part time sitter for a self sufficient 10...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

It is an early morning start at 4:15 am. Will need the child woken up at 6:00am. The child will get ready for school and the child will need transport to school by 8am. The child is self sufficient and does everything necessary to be ready for school. Supervision and transportation is all that’s... More

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$20–25/hr
Alameda, CA • 16 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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$20–26/hr
Alameda, CA • 16 miles away

Babysitter needed for 8 month old baby...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I’m a WFH mom in need of a babysitter at least 2 days a week, Thursday’s and Friday’s. I would like someone who is kind, patient, helpful, and someone who has experience with infants and enjoys taking care of them.

-Feedings
-Diaper changes
-Cleaning bottles
-Putting baby down for... More

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