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.

$20–26/hr
Woodland Hills, CA • 12 miles away

After school childcare for two boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

Looking for a dependable caregiver who can integrate into our family and care for our two sons (7 and 10). Responsibilities include picking up from school and driving home and to after school activities, running some errands for the family, maintaining a meaningful schedule and routine within the... More

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$24–25/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 12 miles away

After-school help for busy family with 4...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi- we have 4 kids (15,12,8,4). Active, fun, busy family. Need extra set of hands to get through the afternoons with everyone's busy schedules.
We need after-school help with driving to after school activities, monitoring homework, making healthy dinners, light housekeeping, light laundry,... More

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$21–25/hr
Chatsworth, CA • 13 miles away

Part time Sitter for sweet baby girl Aalia

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a family of 6, one toddler and 3 puppies. We are looking for an occassional sitter when needed for work.
Prepare light lunches or a snack. Feed Aalia, play with her, put her for a nap.

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$24–28/hr
North Hills, CA • 7 miles away

Virtual Job

Please text me Nanny needed for school...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am

Loving caring family looking for a reliable trustworthy nanny to pick up my child from school drop them off at daycare

Need sitter to pick up my child from school and drop him off at his babysitter please text me

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$20–25/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 10 miles away

Date Night Sitter Wanted

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We're looking for someone who is interested/available in 5-hourish shifts on Fri, Sat, Sun afternoons or evenings (and weeknight evenings on occasion). Our daughter is almost 4-years old, and she is super bright and well behaved. MUST HAVE driver license + own a car. I also know many parents and can... More

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$20/hr
Simi Valley, CA • 24 miles away

As-Needed Sitter for 2 Toddlers and a Very...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a work from home mom who has 3 kids ages. I have a 12 year old girl (who is pretty independent), 3 year old girl and a 1 year old boy who love to to pretend play, play outside, and learn new things.
While I am working at my desk, it would be helpful for the sitter to play with the kids inside... More

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$17/hr
Downey, CA • 22 miles away

A caring responsible sitter for our two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 4:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for an after school sitter for two school age children in Downey. It would be required to pick them up from school in Downey and watch them at our home for a few hours. Please understand, this is a part-of-a-part time job. Both kids are in same school so just one pick up time is... More

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$18–32/hr
Pacific Palisades, CA • 11 miles away

Good Vibes Part-Time Nanny Opportunity

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Great opportunity for someone that is looking for a good vibes family/gig. I am a single dad with a 9-year-old boy and a 7-year-old girl in the Pacific Palisades area. I have 50/50 custody and work full time. We are looking for the right person to help our family work and also want someone that... More

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$17–20/hr
Arcadia, CA • 20 miles away

Part time babysitter for 2 year old girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 5:30pm

Looking for loving babysitter after her nap time and help with small house tasks, prepare her meal and read her books while we work.

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$17–20/hr
Encino, CA • 7 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic sweet...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Oakley 4 and Dexter 2 are both boys that fight but are the sweetest, not to each other all the time!

Take them to the park. Take them to the gym. Feed them during dinner time. Prepare them for bedtime.

Schedule is flexible.

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$25–30/hr
Venice, CA • 12 miles away

Weekend sitter for an energetic 3 year old...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 1:00pm (flexible)

Hello! We are a soon to be family of 4: Mom, Dad, 3 year old boy and newborn (expecting end of September). We have a fenced in backyard with toys, splash pad, water table and swing set. We don't smoke or have any pets.

We are looking for consistent weekend help for 4-5 hours every Saturday or... More

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$24–32/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 8 miles away

Afternoon/After School Nanny/Sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are an easy-going family of three with a hypoallergenic dog. We are professionals and work not far from our home.

This position would require the applicant to pick up our son from school near Beverly Hills/Century City, take him to activities, or bring him home and engage with him and look... More

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$23–28/hr
Los Angeles, CA • 10 miles away

Part-Time nanny for sweet baby

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello!

We are looking for a part-time long-term sitter. Monday to Friday (or Thursday) from 9AM-1PM. We have two children but the older one is in school full time. Looking for care for our six month old baby. Infant experience is a must! We are hoping to find someone who can grow with our family.

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$15–25/hr
Calabasas, CA • 15 miles away

Occasional babysitter Calabasas 1yr old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Our family is seeking a sitter to care for our 1-year-old on an occasional basis. Leo loves going out for walks and playing. Ideally, you're also energetic and love to play with kids. He’s happy and excitable, constantly laughing and smiling. We’re first-time parents looking for someone to lighten... More

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