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.

$19–23/hr
New Lenox, IL • 15 miles away

Occasional Sitter for a fun Family of 5

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Fun family of 5. Mom and Dad work full time. 2 teen boys with after school activities and an awesome little toddler princess that loves to have fun.
Occasionally pick boys up from after school activities. Periodically pick the toddler up from daycare and spend time with her until Mom & Dad gets... More

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$12–15/hr
Bolingbrook, IL • 23 miles away

3 hour care for 11 month old needed

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a loving happy family we love to cook together and have activities planned.

Watch 11 month old baby , change diaper every 2 hours or every time she needs diaper changed. Feed baby sippy cup whole milk and regular food. No allergies.

We are looking for someone who is patient and has... More

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$10–26/hr
Chicago, IL • 18 miles away

only saturdays and sundays

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

A 3 years boy very happy likes to play alote with his cars and eat frutes

play with him so he doest feel alone he very active when he plays sometimes haz specific cartoons he watchest

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$15–17/hr
Chicago, IL • 18 miles away

Just for weekend

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a married couple with are only Child Kenay we are a very happy family

To play with him make him food and make him feel confutable cuz he is a very happy kid

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$21–25/hr
Chicago, IL • 24 miles away

Part time sitter for a 4 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm

Indian Family of 3
Baby will be 4 months old
Mom is working from home
Will need helphandling baby while mom is working
Take care of Feed, play and sleep times for the baby for the day
Take care of diaper changing etc

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$10–20/hr
Hickory Hills, IL • 14 miles away

Part - Time help for our toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 12:00pm (flexible)

We are a family of 3 including our toddler who is 1 years old. We look forward to meeting you!
Extra pair of helping hands, help with baby bottles, folding baby clothes, helping with baby bath time and play with baby.

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$22–26/hr
Chicago, IL • 22 miles away

Help with toddler, meals, and errands.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am (flexible)

We are a fun loving family looking for an extra hand around the house and with our soon coming to be 3 year old son.
After school picks-ups, meals, and errands. If interested, the opportunity for weekly cleaning and laundry is available.
Our family includes a Frenchie and cat.

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$15–21/hr
Chicago, IL • 19 miles away

On Call Babysitter Needed for 6 Year Old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I have work events that may sometimes linger past school hours. Duties may include: picking my son up from school, making sure he eats and does homework.

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$19–23/hr
University Park, IL • 6 miles away

Full time sitter for two girl age 9 and 4

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00pm - 8:00am (flexible)

I am a single mother to two girls Jazlyn and Nova and I was looking for a full time babysitter or nanny

I will be starting my RN program January 6th and I work overnights so I will really need somebody to come in at 10:30pm till 8am I work 8days a pay period but normally I’ll pick up two extra... More

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$22–30/hr
Chicago, IL • 24 miles away

Occasional sitter for playful one year-old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for someone who is reliable, patient, and has experience caring for toddlers. While our schedule may change, we are generally in need of childcare in the evenings (5-7:30PM). This includes engaging our child with fun, creative activities; helping with dinnertime; and providing light... More

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$20–25/hr
Chicago, IL • 24 miles away

After School Nanny for Daughters - Perfect...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

We have two amazing daughters, ages 13 and 15, that need an energetic and responsible babysitter/nanny to pick them up after school and take them to activities and be a mentor to them as they go through their teen years. This is the ideal position for a student as the girls are independent and... More

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Occasional Sitter for a fun Family of 5

Occasional Sitter for a fun Family of 5

3 hour care for 11 month old needed

3 hour care for 11 month old needed

only saturdays and sundays

only saturdays and sundays

Just for weekend

Just for weekend

Part time sitter for a 4 month old

Part time sitter for a 4 month old

Part - Time help for our toddler

Part - Time help for our toddler

Help with toddler, meals, and errands.

Help with toddler, meals, and errands.

On Call Babysitter Needed for 6 Year Old

On Call Babysitter Needed for 6 Year Old

Full time sitter for two girl age 9 and 4

Full time sitter for two girl age 9 and 4

Occasional sitter for playful one year-old

Occasional sitter for playful one year-old

After School Nanny for Daughters - Perfect...

After School Nanny for Daughters - Perfect...

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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?

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How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

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How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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