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.

$20–25/hr
Naperville, IL • 22 miles away

Caring Nanny Needed For Toddler In Naperville

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are looking for a part-time nanny for our 2 and a half year-old son to care for him in our home. Our former nanny was lovely and with us for the last two years but is now moving on to nursing school. We have two loving rescue dogs. We are a non-denominational Christian family and are looking for... More

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$15–19/hr
Naperville, IL • 16 miles away

Morning care and School drop off/pickup

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 8:30am (flexible)

Looking for a someone to provide morning care for one child and perform school drop off in Geneva. School pick-up at 2:15 pm with after care needed until 6 pm.

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$14–20/hr
Aurora, IL • 21 miles away

Full-time nanny for 3 month old

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm

We are looking for a full time nanny for our son. My husband and I live in Aurora, IL and we work from home. Let me know if you are available - you can message me. Thanks!
Look after our son - feeds, nap time, wake window engagement, diaper changes

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$20–25/hr
Chicago, IL • 22 miles away

Cool and fun Sauganash family needing...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 6:00am (flexible)

Hello,
My daughter’s name is Ava who is 10 years old and my son Joseph is 6. Ava is very independent and Jospeh is almost there. Ava is very outgoing and talkative and full of life. Joseph is shy at first and super smart and witty. My wife Carla and I are both first responders and new to the... More

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$20–30/hr
Elmhurst, IL • 15 miles away

Part-time childcare for two fun-loving boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 2:00am

We are seeking a part-time baby sitter for our two fun-loving boys, ages 10 and 7. The specific need is to pick them up from school at 3 p.m. and drive them to various after school activities. One of us will be done with work by 5p and can take over then.

We would be open to expanding hours to... More

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$16–20/hr
Chicago, IL • 24 miles away

Babysitter for a loving baby boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are the parents of our 11 month baby boy. The mom works afternoons till the end of the day, while the dad works from home usually 9 am to 6 pm.
We would love if the sitter could take care of the babies basic needs like meal/prepping/feeding , light house keeping, laundry,playtime, stroller walks... More

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$17–23/hr
Chicago, IL • 21 miles away

Drop off and pick up for a lovely 5 year...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am

Hello there I am looking for a babysitter to drop off and pick up my son from school. He is 5 years old in kindergarten. My son would need transportation to and from school. Preferably someone with a car but school is also walking distance. (10 minute walk)

Pick up at 7:30 from house and drop... More

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$15–20/hr
Warrenville, IL • 14 miles away

One day a week sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

My daughter Marleigh is 6 months old. She’s a good happy baby. We have a dog named shyah. We are looking for someone to watch Marleigh every Wednesday. I work remotely so I will be home some of the time. I may be in and out running errands. The second Wednesday of the month I go to the city for work... More

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$20–24/hr
Chicago, IL • 24 miles away

Regular afternoon sitter/nanny for sweet 3...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I am looking for weekday (5 days) afternoon help to pick my kids up after school/daycare, get them home and settled, and play with them until dinnertime - possibly driving to 1 or 2 after school activities for the 6 year old (this is TBD). 3:00 - 6/6:30 pm M-F

Start date is ASAP, and I am looking... More

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

Driver for 9 yr old hilarious and kind child

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 9:00am

We are a multicultural family of 5 (1 dog included). Kindness is very important to us
I’m looking for someone to pick my son up from school. The commute to home is approximately 1.5hr.
This is a M-F position but is not full time. I need someone M-F for afterschool and Wednesday morning to school.... More

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$21–27/hr
Chicago, IL • 24 miles away

Morning helper

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am

My 3 year old son and I are looking for a little help in the mornings! He’s very active and playful, and loves to build relationships!
You would come at 7:15am and help him finish getting ready for school, then bring him (you are able to walk, but I prefer you have a car for weather), and drop him... More

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$10–23/hr
Crystal Lake, IL • 17 miles away

After School Care

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 1:00am (flexible)

I am in need of after school care from 3:45-4:15 for my two boys until arrive arrive home from work

My younger son should arrive home around 3:45. He will need to start his homework with supervision until I arrive around 4:15. My older 11 year old is very independent and should be finishing his... More

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$12–25/hr
Crystal Lake, IL • 17 miles away

Before School Care

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:00am - 9:00am (flexible)

I’m in need of a sitter to watch my son in the morning before the school bus arrives.

Tasks will include supervision of breakfast and teeth brushing. He will need to read out loud for 30 minutes then the bus arrives around 8:15. Additional time is available after for light housework.

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$20–24/hr
Lake Zurich, IL • 13 miles away

Year-round, Part-time Nanny for 2 Amazing...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Our family is looking for a year-round part-time nanny to help with our two amazing daughters (in 7th grade & 5th grade). Our long-time nanny is looking to retire after a wonderful 5 years, so we are looking for the right caring individual to help our family part-time on a regular basis (and... More

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