$21–43/hr
La Grange, IL • 21 miles away

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Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Family of 4 with 2 kids. We have a toddler and a baby and need occasional help to watch kids
We need the sitter to watch kids when we are working or aren’t able to watch kids

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$17–21/hr
Glenview, IL • 23 miles away

Caregiver for active twin girls

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 3:30pm

We have 2 girls in pre k. I work at home. My girls currently watch tv when I work. They also play well independently but they seem to create a lot of messes and it takes me a long time to clean up after. This is because they are by themselves.
I would like someone to play with my twin girls while... More

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$22–25/hr
La Grange, IL • 21 miles away

Part-time nanny for toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi there! Looking for a part time nanny for about 28 hrs/week starting in January.

We will need care for our 15 month old toddler to start out. Expecting a second baby in April! During maternity leave, you’d only be responsible for the toddler, but after leave we would also like nanny help with... More

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$22–26/hr
Chicago, IL • 25 miles away

Part time sitter for Mazie

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 8:30pm (flexible)

Matt and his wife, Catherine, have a sweet and playful 1-year-old daughter named Mazie. She’s a happy little one who’s curious about everything, and they’re looking for a caring and reliable babysitter to help Mazie explore the world around her.

We are looking for a warm and responsible... More

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$19–23/hr
Vernon Hills, IL • 24 miles away

Weekly (Wednesdays) Part-time sitter for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We are seeking a babysitter for our 5-month old baby on a weekly basis every Wednesday from 1:30PM to 5:30PM.

We are located in the Vernon Hills, IL and are looking for someone to start immediately.
We are looking for someone to:

-Maintain baby's bottle-feeding and nap schedule.

-Engage in... More

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$17–25/hr
Elgin, IL • 7 miles away

Part-time babysitter needed for growing...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 5:00pm (flexible)

First time mom, looking for help 1-2 days a week with my 14 month old and new baby after June 2025. Smoke free home, one older dog who loves his baby. Looking for childcare including reading books, playtime, walks in the stroller & preparing meals & snacks. Light cleaning of baby surfaces, no... More

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$10–20/hr
Crystal Lake, IL • 20 miles away

After school care

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I’m looking for an after school sitter, 3:45-4:20 Monday through Friday

Supervision of my two boys until I get home from work. Tasks would include homework supervision

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$10–25/hr
Crystal Lake, IL • 20 miles away

Before school care

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I’m in need of a backup sitter for my 9 year old son. Hours are 7:00-8:15 when the bus arrives

He will need supervision brushing his teeth and needs to read out loud for 30 minutes until the bus arrives at 8:15

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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?

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Caregiver for active twin girls

Caregiver for active twin girls

Part-time nanny for toddler with...

Part-time nanny for toddler with...

Part time sitter for Mazie

Part time sitter for Mazie

Weekly (Wednesdays) Part-time sitter for...

Weekly (Wednesdays) Part-time sitter for...

Part-time babysitter needed for growing...

Part-time babysitter needed for growing...

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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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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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