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
New Port Richey, FL • 12 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We need a babysitter to care for three elementary-aged children starting December 20, 2024. The role includes supervising playtime, helping with homework, and ensuring a safe environment. You will prepare meals and snacks and manage light housekeeping tasks related to the children. Experience with... More

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$20–30/hr
Tampa, FL • 23 miles away

Help needed for 2 boys in...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

hello! We have two boys- 4 years old and 6 years old. Both are energetic, caring, and very playful.

We need help M-F (noon through evening) and/or weekends,

Duties would include:prepping meals, giving them snacks/dinner, getting them ready for bed.

Seeking a motivated, proactive... More

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$19–25/hr
Tampa, FL • 24 miles away

Full time Nanny for a 4 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Bia is 4 months old. Mom works from home, dad is hybrid. We also have two dogs. Floc a maltese and Billy a cavalier. We would like someone to help us taking care of her during the day while we work.

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$19–20/hr
Lutz, FL • 18 miles away

Looking for help with easygoing 7yr old...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

I have 2 children: a boy who is 7 (in 1st grade) and a girl who is 11 (in 6th grade). My husband works from home, but although he is home is not able to watch the kids. So I am looking for someone to pick my son up from the bus stop after school on Mondays and Fridays And help him with his homework... More

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$15–20/hr
Oldsmar, FL • 24 miles away

Occasional sitter for 1 happy child in a...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a laid back and fun family that runs on a reasonably flexible schedule. We work with dog rescue fostering and we also own several dogs of our own and two cats so a sitter that likes animals is crucial. The dogs are all trained and have a routine. We also have a fenced yard so no requirements... More

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$20–21/hr
Odessa, FL • 18 miles away

Part-time sitter for 4 Girls under 12

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi there! we're looking for part time sitter. We live in Odessa (NW Tampa area) and have 4 girls under 12.

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$18–22/hr
Hudson, FL • Less than a mile

Help Every Other Weekend

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Me and my 9-year-old Skylar. She is in the third grade. She enjoys, running outside and playing with the dogs. I work nights as a nurse practitioner.
EveryOther weekend that I work I need help with overnight days and caring for Skylar ???.

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$19–25/hr
Lutz, FL • 18 miles away

Part time after school sitter - 7yo

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:30pm - 8:30pm (flexible)

Single day that needs help with fun smart 7yo daughter during the week and occasional weekends

Pick up daughter from school, help with homework, plan after school activities, cook, clean, help with cats, run occasional errands

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$14–18/hr
Zephyrhills, FL • 24 miles away

Occasional sitter as needed for some...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have a 4 yr old son, Sawyer. I’m a single mom and need occasional help some weekend evenings and possible afternoons
Just watch him , play , hear up dinner and bed. If you like to fold laundry that’s a plus but not required ?

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$10–23/hr
Zephyrhills, FL • 24 miles away

Part time sitter needed for driving 11...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 9:00am

Stay at home mom who recently lost my vehicle. In need of assistance getting 11 year old daughter to school.
Sitter would need to do pick up and drop offs to and from school Monday through Friday in December and January. School is 17 minutes away from residence. And drop off may take 30 minutes in a... More

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$14–16/hr
Odessa, FL • 18 miles away

Weekdays sitter for 3 months old baby girl

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Need some help taking care of my 3 month old daughter on weekdays from 9am-1pm. Need someone who is patient, punctual and consistent.

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$15–20/hr
Holiday, FL • 15 miles away

Date Night Sitter for 3Yr old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello we are proud parents of Kayden (3yr old boy). We are a 3 unit family with a hamster named Bluey. Although Kayden is very cute he is also persuasive he will try to escape the rules. He’s literally like a mini megamind.
Follow our rules for him, he will try to get over on you. PLEASE don’t let... More

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$19–23/hr
New Port Richey, FL • 13 miles away

Occasional evening sitter for 2.5 year old...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My husband and I both work full time and our son is 2.5 years old. We are looking for an occasional evening sitter.
The main responsibility is to care for our son and keep him entertained. We would like to request that toys be cleaned up after play as well.

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$18–27/hr
Land O Lakes, FL • 12 miles away

Part-Time/PRN Sitter Needed ASAP

5+ children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I’m a mom of 4 littles 6,3,2 and one who is being born this week. In general we need as needed care on weekends and evenings to start giving us balance. I also have a 14yo who’s pretty low maintenance and self-sufficient.
This position requires the ability to multitask multiple children and... More

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