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.

$15–17/hr
Chicago, IL • 22 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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$10–20/hr
Hickory Hills, IL • 16 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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$15–21/hr
Chicago, IL • 23 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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$19–50/hr
Plainfield, IL • 25 miles away

Occasional sitter needed

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My wife and I are looking for a responsible sitter for occasional babysitter work.

Main responsibility includes caring for 2 children with autism age 5 and 6.

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$20–28/hr
Downers Grove, IL • 23 miles away

PT Sitter for 4 (3 Elementary Age)

4 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! Our family is seeking a PT sitter in Downers Grove. We have 3 children in elementary school. We are expecting our 4th at the end of January and would need support with taking our kids to and/or from school. Occasional babysitting for newborn and/or date nights. I will be on mat leave for 4... More

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$16–25/hr
Hazel Crest, IL • 5 miles away

Part time after school 4 hours daily.

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hello we are the Campbell family. We are fun and respectful. Looking for someone that is thoughtful and caring. My son is 9 very energetic loves his action figures, my daughter is 11 enjoys drawing and her favorite subject is Math.Both are very independent.
I will need the sitter to look after the... More

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$21–25/hr
Oak Brook, IL • 23 miles away

help son complete homework

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 5:30pm

Son needs help staying on track with homework M-F from 3:30-5:30 and 4 hours on Saturday and 4 hours on Sunday.

1. Needs help with planning and organizing homework plan on paper.

2. He needs to focus and complete assignments well and on time.

3. Optimum goal is not to watch or play games.
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$22–26/hr
Chicago, IL • 17 miles away

Part time sitter for 2 toddlers

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

I’m a mother of 7, I have adult children along with 2 toddlers, the middle children are teens.
I need pick up from daycare, meal prep, and homework assistance, maybe light cleaning

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$22–26/hr
Chicago, IL • 24 miles away

Full Time Sitter for 6 months old baby boy.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 5:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for care for our 6 months old son. We need the care for 9 hours a day for 4 days a week. Please let me know if you are interested in working with us.

We need the sitter to take care of the baby, wash bottles daily, tidy up his playing area/toys once a week, and prepare solid food... More

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$18–22/hr
Justice, IL • 17 miles away

In search of a full time nanny for the...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 5:00pm

I am sad to say I am in need of a new nanny given our nanny is moving… She was a core family member and I hope to find another amazing women to care for our daughter and join our family.

Minimum Requirements:
Clear background check
English speaking
Valid driver’s license and reliable... More

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$21–25/hr
Justice, IL • 17 miles away

LOOKING FOR A Over Night sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:30pm - 8:30am

Hello my Name is Deangelo, Single parent raising his 7 year old son whose Name is Deangelo Jr Dj for short.
Watch over my son while i work, i work overnight, 6 days a week. Need a sitter to watch over him at night and get him ready for school and see that he gets on the school bus in the morning.

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$16–18/hr
Riverdale, IL • 11 miles away

Part time sitter for one toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hi my name is Channa and I am looking for someone to babysit my son while I work until I can get my schedule changed to correlate with his preschool times

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$19–23/hr
University Park, IL • 3 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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$15–20/hr
Joliet, IL • 22 miles away

Dad needs someone to be with 2 boys

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Single Dad needs help while at work to be able to meet bus for 2 kids and stay till Dad gets home

Just be there so they are not home alone and possible drive them to afternoon activities

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