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.

$17–20/hr
Fort Collins, CO • 9 miles away

Part time Nanny position for a sassy...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 8:00pm (flexible)

Hi! I’m Danny and my little one is Ellie. She is a spunky, silly 2 year old with a lot of personality! It’s just us two over here, taking on the world together, one girl party at a time! I’m an ICU RN at the hospital and I’m looking for help once a week so I can work a 12 hour shift.... More

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$20/hr
Fort Collins, CO • 13 miles away

Morning sitter needed

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 9:30am (flexible)

We are a family of 4, kids ages 11, 9, and 6. We also have a bearded dragon and a leopard gecko (they mostly stay in their cages).
I'm looking for a reliable sitter to come on school mornings, starting 10/17/24. The schedule is 630am - 930am, typically Mon - Fri. You would be responsible for... More

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$20–22/hr
Windsor, CO • Less than a mile

Part- Time Sitter for a cute, spunky 2...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! I’m Danny and my little one’s name is Ellie (Elliott). It’s just us two over here, navigating life and having the ultimate girl party! I’m looking for a sitter to help with the occasional afternoon/ night out/ ect.

I’m looking for a sitter to help with dinner, bedtime, and of course,... More

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$10–22/hr
Greeley, CO • 11 miles away

Occasional sitter for a 3 year old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi there! It’s just me and mateo. Mateo is 3 years
old and he currently goes to preschool in the mornings and spends the rest of his day with me if I am not working. Mateo is a sweet and energetic kid that loves to play.

As for me, I currently work from home and I also have a second job as a... More

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$18–21/hr
Fort Collins, CO • 8 miles away

Part time sitter for two perfect...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

Two boys- mostly independent but I’m a single dad and need help with drop offs and pickups.

I will take care of all lunches, breakfast, etc.

Drop off, pick up on Monday-Wednesdays.

I will have their lunches packed and breakfast ready. Just make sure they’re done eating and are at school... More

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$20–21/hr
Longmont, CO • 22 miles away

Be available to assist three boys after...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 7:30pm (flexible)

Single parent needs help after school.
Father’s schedule is flexible/ Does not work late night.
Be available to boys after school.
Ages 14,12 and 8.Boys are active and all 3 play hockey.
Sitter may be asked to assist.
Boys are capable of taking care of themselves but their father would be more... More

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$17–24/hr
Loveland, CO • 12 miles away

Occasional sitter for 3 year old girl

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! My husband and I have a three year old daughter and two sweet dogs, one of which is a 6 month old Golden Retriever and is still working on manners and puppy training. We like spending time together and being outdoors whether it be playing in the backyard or going hiking/camping.
We are... More

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$21–25/hr
Longmont, CO • 22 miles away

Occasional sitter for 3 happy kids ready...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We’re new to Colorado and hoping to find an amazing babysitter that can help us out with occasional babysitting needs. We’ve got 3 amazing kids who are all very kind, creative, artistic & love to play. As a family we love movie nights, getting outside for walks & hikes, and exploring new places in... More

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$13–21/hr
Longmont, CO • 22 miles away

Nanny needed for enthusiastic crawler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Dad is an EPA researcher, and Mom is a salesperson who works from home. Lulu is almost a year old. She loves calypso music, pattycake, songs, books, and generally exploring.

Lulu has been described as a very chill baby by previous caregivers.

We need someone to keep Lulu safe while Mom and... More

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$16–21/hr
Loveland, CO • 11 miles away

Part time babysitter for one energetic 4...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

We are young parents with a 4 year old girl who are new to Colorado. We don’t have family in the area and both work full time jobs. We are an easy going, fun loving family. This would be the first time we leave our little one with a stranger so we are hoping to find somebody who is compatible with... More

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$14–20/hr
Fort Collins, CO • 12 miles away

5yo artist & smart guy needs sitter for...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

1 5yo kiddo needing a sitter to chill w on rents date nights! Mom is 27 dad is 28

Watch, night availability plus experience w kids no problem w home cameras

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$21–25/hr
Longmont, CO • 22 miles away

Part-time sitter needed to help with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 9:00am

My husband and I both work full time jobs. I work from home the majority of the time. Our daughter is 5 and is in Kindergarten.
We would need a sitter to do before/after school care on Mondays with occasional additional days and/or hours. The sitter would be responsible for picking up and driving... More

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$14–20/hr
Greeley, CO • 12 miles away

Nanny for 8 kids for a wedding

5+ children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 10/18 - 10/19

5:00pm - 6:00am

This is for a wedding and multiple kids from different parents. We need it from 5pm to 6am the next day. Kids range from 1mth to 8yrs. There will either be a family member helping with infants or another nanny.some kids may be picked up the night of 18th all kids will have a sleepover at brides... More

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$20/hr
Loveland, CO • 11 miles away

Fabulous Five of Loveland

5+ children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We have 5 caring, fun children, ages 7 to 13! School is in-session, so nanny hours needed currently are weekdays from 2:30pm-7 p.m. We are looking for childcare 1-3 days every week in Loveland, usually for 2 kids, but occasionally 5, including rare trips to activities or after-school pick-ups in... More

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