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.

$20–24/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 25 miles away

Provide Care and Supervise Two Elementary...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/31

12:00am - 4:00am

We need a reliable babysitter for two elementary-aged children when we visit for a wedding December 30th and 31st. Prior experience with children and a warm, patient demeanor are preferred.

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$18–22/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 12 miles away

Responsible Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a babysitter for two children, ages toddler and preschool. The job starts on December 27, 2024, with a flexible start date. You will work on Sundays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Responsibilities include driving the children, preparing meals and snacks, managing... More

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$19–23/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 7 miles away

NYE babysitter for sleeping 2 year old girl

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/30

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

Sage is a vibrant 2 year old girl. She loves her mom and dad very much. We are a military family. I am a stay at home mom.

Sage will be asleep when you get here. She rarely wakes up through the night but if she does she really just likes to snuggle to fall back asleep. Make yourself at home and... More

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$10–23/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 14 miles away

Drive and Care for One Middle School Child...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 4:30pm

We need a responsible babysitter to care for one middle school child from January 6, 2025. The schedule is Monday to Friday from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM. The babysitter drives the child from school to home and ensures safety during the ride. The ideal candidate has multiple years of babysitting... More

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$15–18/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 11 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler, Meal...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:30am - 3:30pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for our toddler girl starting on January 6, 2025. The schedule includes Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, assisting with toilet training, and light housekeeping duties. The ideal candidate... More

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$10–13/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 7 miles away

Reliable nanny needed for infant in...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We seek a caring and reliable nanny for our infant starting January 29, 2025. The position offers flexible hours, primarily during early mornings and evenings on weekdays. Responsibilities include nurturing, feeding, changing, and engaging our child in age-appropriate activities. The ideal candidate... More

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$25/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 11 miles away

Colorado Springs Church Needs Help in...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

Colorado Springs, CO Church Needs Help in Nursery!
Monday Evenings: 6:00-9:00pm
Paying $25/hr
To book this job, create a profile at https://SitterTree.com

SitterTree is a child care app that connects sitters with child care jobs with families and churches paying $17-$25+/hr, plus tips! We are... More

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$20–30/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 18 miles away

Back-up Babysitter Needed

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a flexible back-up babysitter for our two kids. Would need someone to care for both kids on days that our nanny is unavailable/date nights/appointments. Hours are usually Tu-Th 8 AM to 5:30 PM, sometimes flexible. 6 yo is in 1st grade, would need babysitter to pick up from... More

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$19–23/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 14 miles away

Full-time rotational sitter for a one year...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are family of 6; my wife and I have four children. However, we only need care for our two youngest.

Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/ Friday 8:30am-2pm and on Wednesdays it’s a full day 8:30am-4pm.

We are located on Constitution and Peterson. I work two weeks away from home, then home for two weeks... More

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$15–20/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 7 miles away

Part time sitter for energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 3:00pm

Loving family with dogs. Wife is part Colombian and husband is part Bajan. We are a military family
Keep son entertained when up he usually takes 1-2 naps. When he is up just engage with him and keep him occupied.

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$19–23/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 18 miles away

Part-time sitter for a toddler on an...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My sweet 2.5 year old is in daycare full time, but with that comes the inevitable daycare viruses. I'm looking for someone who doesn't mind providing sick-day care in our home on an as-needed basis. We are located in the Briargate area of Colorado Springs.

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$14–19/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 14 miles away

Michelove Sylvestre

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 7:00pm (flexible)

I have a good family ,we love people so much ,and we like to talk with people

I want it to take care of my children during I’m working, and I want it to be a nice person with my son

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$10–22/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 7 miles away

Early bird child care 4am

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00am - 8:00am

I’m a single parent. It’s just me and my daughter, I work from 4:30am until later so I will need care until 6:30 or 7am
Someone caring and responsible and reliable for the most part, occurs will need you to be able to drop my daughter off at school.

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$14–17/hr
Colorado Springs, CO • 7 miles away

Part time!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 7:30am (flexible)

Hello, my names Amanda and I’m seeking care for my 9 yr old special needs son Benji

before & after school Monday through Friday 6:30-7:30am and 4:15-5:30pm

He will be receiving transportation services, so I would need you to bring him outside/inside of the house when the driver arrives to pick... More

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