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.

$27–33/hr
Chicago, IL • 24 miles away

Temporary holiday season after school...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have two school age kids and live in Lincoln Park area. The schools of two kids are in Old Town area.

Temporary babysitter opportunity when our babysitter is traveling. We would like the babysitter can pickup kids from school and drive them to after school activities Nov 11 to 15, Dec 2 to 13.

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$15–25/hr
Chicago, IL • 24 miles away

Regular part-time nanny for 2 amazing kids!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We have 2 amazing very active kids. She is 12 and loves to dance and play volleyball. He's 10 and plays basketball and soccer. They're both super friendly and outgoing. They'll have you laughing most of the day.
Driving the kids to their activities, snack and meal prep (bonus if you can cook... More

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$15–20/hr
Chicago, IL • 20 miles away

Transportation ONLY

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for someone who can commit to dropping my toddler and middle schooler off at school daily as well as pick them up after. Occasionally may need you to drop off middle schooler at after school activities. Must have own car(with clean driving record) and be willing to commit for the next 6... More

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$18–24/hr
Chicago, IL • 24 miles away

Sitter needed for occasional work

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I am looking for someone I can trust to take care of my son, age 13 months, periodically on evenings or weekends when things come up.

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$20/hr
Wheaton, IL • 2 miles away

Sitter for two elementary school age boys

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We have a family of four, with two elementary school age boys (7 and 9). Dad takes call from home, so we need an extra pair of hands to help with kids.

Help pick kids up from school and drop them at soccer practice, other activities. Help with meals, bedtime, household chores.

We are flexible... More

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$22–30/hr
Chicago, IL • 23 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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$21–25/hr
Bloomingdale, IL • 6 miles away

Part time nanny for newborn girl.

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 4:00pm

We are a new family of four- two adults, an infant and our bulldog. My wife and I just welcomed our newborn girl to our lives and will need help caring for her as we are two working professionals.
We are looking for a part time nanny that can care for our newborn for three days a week, during... More

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$18–25/hr
Chicago, IL • 23 miles away

Part time nanny to help with before and...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 6:30pm (flexible)

We live in Bucktown near North & Ashland. We are looking for someone to pick our 2 girls up from school, take them to activities, make/give them dinner/snacks, &light housekeeping (clean/straighten up kids areas, fold laundry, dishes, meal prep). After school Mon - Thurs w/ varying hrs depending on... More

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$15–20/hr
Joliet, IL • 23 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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$10–13/hr
Oak Lawn, IL • 21 miles away

Sitter for my active energetic 9 year old...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Looking for a babysitter for my active 9 year old son. Must be trust worthy

I need a sitter to watch my son after school and on some days before school

I am in Oaklawn

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$16–20/hr
Chicago, IL • 23 miles away

Babysitter for a loving baby boy

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are the parents of our 13 month baby boy. Wr are looking for more occasional sitting.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 our babies basic needs like meal/prepping/feeding , light... More

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$18–25/hr
Chicago, IL • 25 miles away

Part time sitter for Mornings!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My family and I are looking for extra help in the mornings due to working schedules.
I’m looking for a sitter to help my son get ready and to school on time 3-4x weeks. My son also has a daily medicine that needs to be taken every morning.
The position would begin in November to the end of the... More

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$10–25/hr
Chicago, IL • 25 miles away

Sitter for 14 month old

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/07 - 12/08

6:30pm - 12:30am

She sleeps around 7:30 and then would just be listening for her and comforting as required.

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$22/hr
Plainfield, IL • 15 miles away

North Plainfield family with three kids...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 7:30pm

Family with three kids (ages 8, 10, 13) in North Plainfield is looking for a part time sitter/mother’s helper

Looking for someone with several years of childcare experience, who is passionate about caring for young children, able to entertain with fun activities & minimal screen time, someone who... More

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