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.

$15–16/hr
Lake Hamilton, FL • 22 miles away

In Home Child Care - We Work Virtually at...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

3 year old girl - full of energy and loves to do crafts and learn. 8-Year-old boy who is pretty self-contained but would like him to be engaged some for crafts and learning as well at times.

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$10–25/hr
Lakeland, FL • 20 miles away

Occasional sitter for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We have two kids one is 2 one is 6. We do have 3 pets at home also. 2 dogs, doberman and pomeranian. 1 cat, sphynx.
Occasionally childcare for date nights/ days.
Prepare snacks or food. Help go to the restroom. Play with the kids. If bedtime put the kids to bed.

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$11–13/hr
Lakeland, FL • 21 miles away

Full time sitter for my 7 years old girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 10:00am (flexible)

We are a small family of 3. I was home for too long now it’s time to go back to work :)

I Just need a babysitter to watch her for a couple hours prepared meals for her and take her for a walk and prepared her to sleep at 9pm .

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$10–11/hr
Lakeland, FL • 20 miles away

Lakeland regional RN

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am

I am priscilla, I will be out of town so I am looking for someone to watch my kid.
Take my child to school tomorrow. Be at my house by 6:00 AM and you can pick her up from school at 3:00 PM. If she has homework, it should be done before phone time.
Siltstone Street, Lakeland, FL

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$15–17/hr
Lake Hamilton, FL • 22 miles away

Part time sitter for 6 year old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello my name is Michelle I am a single mother to my 6 year old boy his name is Mareon.
If possible to do live out because I do not live alone and could not host but he’s a pretty easy kid.
Date nights, looking to seek a second job soin the future would need help with childcare more than just date... More

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$20–28/hr
Auburndale, FL • 22 miles away

Weekend sitter for toddler and middle...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family of 4. Happy energetic children. Need care on the weekends for our 18 month old and 11 year old.
Mainly care for our 18month old. Feeding, playing and putting to bed. Willing to stay overnight if possible. Also ok caring for medium size dog and performing light household duties.

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$20/hr
Lakeland, FL • 21 miles away

Occasional sitter needed for 2 cool kids

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for an occasional sitter for two boys for nights out. Special needs Experienced a plus.
Meal prep/ some assistance with toileting and engaging with activities.
Lakeland

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$14–20/hr
Lakeland, FL • 18 miles away

Part time sitter for nature loving toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 12:00pm

My husband, Kyle, and I recently moved in Lakeland. We have a 22 month old son who we are trying to find regular care for two days a week. We do have three dogs, however they will be no where near you.
Your main activities would consist of playing with Owen. We have a large outdoor patio with a pool... More

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$15–17/hr
Winter Haven, FL • 18 miles away

Occasional sitter for a boldly curious,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi there! My partner and I are looking for a reliable, trustworthy, caring sitter for our 15month old baby girl. She is really inquisitive, loves to explore and try new things, and is happiest playing outside! As a first time mom, my daughter is ny everything so I'm slightly nervous because our... More

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$17–20/hr
Winter Haven, FL • 21 miles away

As Needed Sitter for a Happy Toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a working family of 5, who unexpectedly added our youngest member to our pack last year. We are (re)learning to navigate life with a toddler as our other 2 kids are much older.
We need someone available to help when the daycare is closed due to holidays or events and also when our little one... More

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$10–13/hr
Winter Haven, FL • 18 miles away

Part-time sitter for 10 month energetic baby

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello, we have a little baby. Her name is Zoë. She is very friendly, very outgoing and energetic baby. She loves outdoors going for walks. She’s only 10 months but she’s already walking and loves nature. She does stick to nap times and Bedtime routines.

I just need an occasional sitter when I can’t... More

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$16–17/hr
Lakeland, FL • 21 miles away

babysitter Wednesday-Sundays

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30am - 1:30pm

I am a single mom I have a 3 year old I need a sitter only for 8hours I work 4am and I get off 1pm
I just need you to make sure Olivia is feed and potty training regularly. She loves to play and she loves to meet new people
I work 4 mins from my house so if you need anything just let me know

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$14–16/hr
Lakeland, FL • 18 miles away

Occasional babysitter needed

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have two boys ages 4 and 5 who both have ASD. We need an occasional babysitter depending on on our schedule

Meal prep
Diaper change
Keeping kids safe
Light house keeping
Interacting

We live in south Lakeland

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$18–24/hr
Bartow, FL • 11 miles away

Part time sitter

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for an experienced, reliable, and trustworthy babysitter. This would be occasional, however I would love to eventually set regular scheduled weekly date nights.

I have three children, one boy who is 13, one girl who is 7, and our youngest girl who is 1. The older two are completely self... More

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