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.

$10–11/hr
Ames, IA • 24 miles away

Part or full time sitter for a sweet...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 9:00pm (flexible)

Looking for someone to care for my sweet serene baby girl generally loves life and a big dog person.
Generally pick and bring home my baby girl who can love and show her affection as much as I do even though I am not with her. Generally feed her on demand and mainly dinner and get her in her... More

See Full Job Details

$10–12/hr
West Des Moines, IA • 7 miles away

Part-time evening sitter for pre-school...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

4:00pm - 11:00pm (flexible)

Hi there! I have a three year old son. He enjoys coloring, playing outside, building with blocks/legos, being read and sung to, and learning!

I need help a couple evenings per week. Care would be in the home but I am comfortable with you guys doing outside activities as well. Dinnertime, bedtime... More

See Full Job Details

$16–20/hr
Adel, IA • 17 miles away

Occasional sitter for baby boy and...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! We’re the Wilwerts! We have a 5 month old baby boy, Knox and a 2 year old golden doodle, Kaiser.

Looking for an occasional sitter as needed for date nights work events, etc. Babysitting would often include bottle feeds, bedtime routine, and basic care for our dog (feeding, letting outside,... More

See Full Job Details

$17–21/hr
Urbandale, IA • 6 miles away

Occasional sitter for two energetic and...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 11/09

12:00am - 6:00am

Seeking an occasional babysitter to watch our fun 3 year old and 6 year old daughters at our home. Must be comfortable with imaginary play, playing outside, walking to a nearby park, some light cooking/cleanup as applicable/necessary.
We have two large but very nice dogs. We live in the NW... More

See Full Job Details

$16–20/hr
Johnston, IA • Less than a mile

Occasional sitter for 4 children

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello. We are a Christian family of six in need of a sitter. We have four children: 2, 9, 12, and 13.
We would need our sitter to hang out with kids, prepare for bed time, and put toddler down for bed.

See Full Job Details

$18–22/hr
Pleasant Hill, IA • 13 miles away

Part time sitter for 1 yr old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I'm a single mom. My son is about to be one this month. He is very easy going
I just need a sitter so I can run some errands and take care of afew things

See Full Job Details

$11–21/hr
Des Moines, IA • 4 miles away

Part time sitter for an energetic toddler!

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi! My name is Ky and I have a beautiful toddler named Richie! Just looking for an occasional sitter for when I have doctor appointments or date nights !
Just watch him make sure he doesn’t choke or fall and hit head. And give him snacks that are already here as needed

See Full Job Details

$19–23/hr
Ames, IA • 24 miles away

Occasional sitter for 2 school aged kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 7:00pm (flexible)

Hi, my family unit is looking for a reliable and responsible sitter to help with 2 school aged children in the Ames area.

Some responsibilities would be tutoring and doing online schooling once or twice a week.

Thank you for looking at our ad and we hope to hear from you soon!

See Full Job Details

$18–22/hr
Ames, IA • 24 miles away

Occasional sitter for date nights

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My husband and I both work full time and are looking for an occasional sitter for date nights and anything else that may come up, our daughter is almost 10 months old

Our off days are very different from each other along with the time of day we work, sometimes we go out for a while at night,... More

See Full Job Details

$17–21/hr
Johnston, IA • Less than a mile

Part time sitter for 3 older kids and 1...

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Have 4 kids that are all very active and busy all in school except the 3 year old.
The older 3 are self sufficient, mostly take care of the 3 year old and get all in bed if im out past bedtime

See Full Job Details

$11–15/hr
Des Moines, IA • 10 miles away

Two year oldboy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Just my little boy and i! I work late some days needing picked up at daycare until I get home. It’ll be the afternoon evening time afternoon daycare and then I’ll be home by six 630.
On Saturday occasionally and picked up baby up on daycare when I work late

See Full Job Details

$17–21/hr
Des Moines, IA • 12 miles away

Looking for a sitter for three loving ,...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for someone who has experience with children. Hoping to get a little break.
Take care of the children , feed them ,play with them. Possibly bathe them also.
Located in theAltoona area.

See Full Job Details

$17–20/hr
Johnston, IA • Less than a mile

Part-time sitter for after school and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are a family of 4. Husband works 4 days a week with a crazy schedule, i work uber and am in college. Both kids are very independent, smart, fun and creative.
Just need to make sure they are happy and dafe after school. Will need to give after school snacks and make dinner. I am willing to premake... More

See Full Job Details

$18–22/hr
Ames, IA • 24 miles away

As needed sitter for date nights and trips

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a blended family with four kiddos.The two oldest we have 50% of the time and the younger two full time. We are very active and enjoy hiking, biking, going to the zoo and other local events.
We are looking for a sitter on an as needed basis for date nights or weekend trips.

See Full Job Details

Find a Babysitting Job in Johnston, IA

Refine Results

Other Care Types

Babysitting FAQ

How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

Babysitting jobs in your area

Top cities

By state