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.

$10–15/hr
Plant City, FL • 10 miles away

I need a nanny who is kind and really...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Brazilian mother who has a toddler and needs help taking care of him on Monday and Wednesday

I want you to take care of him and continue his same routine and take him to the park here where we live.

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$10–24/hr
Tampa, FL • 15 miles away

The Princess is here needing princess care...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a blended family of 4 with 2 dogs. Our precious blessing joined us 11/19/2024.
Dad travels for work and as we don’t have family near by for assistance, will need help with little one as needed when dad is not here.

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$10–11/hr
Valrico, FL • 8 miles away

Full/part-time babysitter for 2 girls.

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00pm

Hello I'm jazzlynn, I have 2 daughters 8 and 4 years old we have 2 dogs and I have many reptiles. And my partner works as a lawn care taker, he can care for your lawn while we pay you to care for our kids.
Lily needs care in the morning.
If I can't pick miya up from school she will need to be... More

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$19–35/hr
Riverview, FL • 9 miles away

Part-time sitter for two children

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

Hi, we are a loving family who prioritizes spending time together and traveling.
We would like assistance with helping with our two kids, light housekeeping and meal prep, if needed.

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$19–23/hr
Lutz, FL • 18 miles away

I need a part time babysitter from 1-330 3...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm

I have a 4 year old son with developmental delays. His name is Miles and he doesn't say many words.
I just need someone to watch him during his nap for 2 hours 3 days a week.
Lutz Florida
Tuesday and Thursdays I need a sitter from 1-330
And Wednesdays I need a sitter from 1-230.
I will pay... More

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$19–21/hr
Wimauma, FL • 20 miles away

Nanny for infant - 30 hours per week

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 2:30pm (flexible)

Work from home first time mom with a 3 month old son. Household with 2 dogs.
Care for infant son:
- Follow eat, sleep, play schedule
- Complete diaper changes
-Make formula bottles
- Participate in enrichment activities
- Assist with developmental milestones
- Wash bottles
- Tidy... More

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$16–25/hr
Tampa, FL • 6 miles away

Part time sitter for one year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for someone trustworthy to babysit on occasion weeknights or weekends.
Spend time with and do activities with a one year old. Help him walk/crawl and explore his toys/world at home safely. Feed snacks/meals as needed. Change diapers as needed. Possible naps/ bedtime.

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$10–21/hr
Tampa, FL • 15 miles away

Help for a single mom here and there

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Single mom needing help here and there. Sophia is 3.5 and we have two cats.

Meals for Sophia, snacks, arts and crafts, playing games, bedtime, bath time

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$10–24/hr
Tampa, FL • 18 miles away

Vacation event 5days

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 02/01

9:00am - 5:00pm

Hi? we are a very happy friendly family, we love to watch movies and play games.We have 2 kids; Liam and Bella. They are 6&7 years old but they are very mature for their age and are sweet kids. Me and my hubby have not gotten to spend too much quality time in a while now and are looking to find a... More

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$15–20/hr
Tampa, FL • 14 miles away

Full time sitter for two sweet toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My husband and I are moving to Tampa this December. Looking for a caring, fun individual to help with our sweet 19 month old twins. In need of a full time nanny (Mon-Friday), but I have some flexibility in my work schedule. Would love to find someone who would be open to taking the girls out to... More

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$15–18/hr
Land O Lakes, FL • 22 miles away

Part-time to Full-time sitters for a 2...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 12:30pm (flexible)

Mom of a happy 2 year old with tons of energy that started to work from home recently and needs help with care for him.

Regular care, light sick care, learning, meal prepping for him, play with him.

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$20/hr
Wimauma, FL • 20 miles away

Part-time sitter for energetic toddler.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My husband and I have an energetic 1.5 year old and we are looking for part time care
Play and interact with our little guy. Feed him his meals (no need to cook they will just need heated up) light housekeeping when he naps and bath time in the evening.
We only need someone one week every month.... More

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$12–15/hr
Balm, FL • 15 miles away

Loving dedicated nanny needed!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am

Looking for full time care for my little ones. Someone who is patient, loving, and dedicated. My oldest is 3 and baby will be 4 months when care starts. We only need care for my 3 year old on Saturday. Experience with infants is a must!

Show love, attention, and consistency in a structured... More

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$18–27/hr
Land O Lakes, FL • 24 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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