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.

$10–16/hr
Rockford, IL • 16 miles away

PRN sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Just me, my partner, and first born son (2 months) living with my partners brother.
Basic nanny duties- feed, change diapers, entertain, tummy time, play with newborn.

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$15–20/hr
Gilberts, IL • 23 miles away

Afterschool help

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Mommy’s Helper - afterschool

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$10–16/hr
Roscoe, IL • 24 miles away

Part time (2-2.5 hours) sitter for a few...

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am (flexible)

Hello. We are a family of 7. Due to unfortunate circumstances our current sitter (family member) will have to quit due to her S/O's health declining. We are trying to establish something to get the ball rolling. Not sure what the going rate is but I'm hoping to learn and hopefully find something... More

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$15–16/hr
Rockford, IL • 15 miles away

Part time sitter

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hey I’m a single mother of 3 kids and I be needing help with them sometimes and I be needing some me time

I need the sitter to watch them when I need to go places and go on dates

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$17–22/hr
Wasco, IL • 24 miles away

Part-time sitter on Mondays for 3 yr old...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 2:30pm (flexible)

Hi everyone! We just moved to St. Charles a few weeks ago and are loving it so far! We have 3 small kids (4, 3, and almost 4 months). I am going back to work in a few weeks and we are looking for a babysitter to come to our home on Mondays from 7:30-2ish for the 3 year old and 4 month old. Time will... More

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$10–20/hr
Burlington, IL • 15 miles away

Date night sitter for 10 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

3 people in our household and 1 dog,
Mom, son 19 and daughter 10 son works full time and I need a sitter from time to time
Occasionally watch 10yr old while mom is out at events or date nights.
Mainly weekends Friday or Saturdays
Can be anywhere from 4 to 8 hours.

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$15–19/hr
Capron, IL • 21 miles away

Part time / full time sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 6:30pm

Going back to work shortly with our newborn and toddler who’s 2, super easy kids.
Change diapers, feeding schedule and nap schedule, very simple and occasionally travel with us for vacations for child care

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$20–25/hr
Rockford, IL • 21 miles away

Early Morning Help + Transportation for 2...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:30am - 7:30am (flexible)

Well, hello there! ?
Within our family of four, we have a 7 year old son, Silas, and a 14 (almost 15!) year old daughter, Lily. In addition to the humans, we also have a black lab named Bailey, a Yorkie named Oliver, a cat named Niko, and a kitten named Maggie.
We are in need of someone to help in... More

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$10–15/hr
Rockford, IL • 17 miles away

Part time occasional care

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am a single mom to a busy 3 year old, we also have a chihuahua. Serenity loves to watch movies and sing.

I am looking for someone to watch Serenity while I run errands and it’s too cold for her to go out. As well as occasional care while I’m home and doing homework. There might be occasional... More

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$10–12/hr
Rochelle, IL • 17 miles away

Occasional weekend sitter

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My daughter is 7 and my son is 5. They go to Lincoln and Central in Rochelle. They also go to Little Hubs after school.
I just need someone every other Sunday. My kids are very well behaved and are a delight to watch. I work 6am to either 11am or 3pm.

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$18–22/hr
Loves Park, IL • 19 miles away

Part time sitter needed for two boys ages,...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 11/27

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

Single father of two, just looking for some help some nights; when needed

Depending on the day/night, just hangout with my children and play with them. If at night time, they will already be sleep.

I live downtown Rockford, right across the street from District Bar and Grill

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$10–16/hr
Rockford, IL • 17 miles away

Part time days but full shifts for a few...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello, I’m currently looking for in home care for my toddler. I’m currently trying to return back to work and in home care is best at this time. My toddler is 2 1/2 years old very sweet, busy bee. Looking to work 3/4 days out the week for first shift.
Morning routines include breakfast, outing's on... More

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$15–20/hr
Woodstock, IL • 23 miles away

Seeking part-time sitter with reliable...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

Hello! My name is Carrie and I have 2 amazing kids who are 9 & 11. And we are looking for someone who can help with transporting/picking up at their after school activities a few days a week. This can potentially change to M-F. Also, they will need someone full days on the occasional no school days... More

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$16–22/hr
Rochelle, IL • 17 miles away

Part-time Sitter to help mom with Toddler...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Looking for a sitter for part time help with our 1.5 year old toddler. We just welcomed our newborn and are looking for part time intermittent help 1-2x a week for 5-6 hours. This position would more so be assisting a stay at home Mom with our newborn and 1.5 year old

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