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.

$10–15/hr
Indianapolis, IN • 19 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Preschooler...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30pm - 7:30am (flexible)

We need a babysitter for our preschool-aged child starting on December 23, 2024, with a flexible start date. The job requires care from 6:30 PM to 7:30 AM on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. Responsibilities include following a bedtime routine, preparing meals and snacks, and ensuring a safe and... More

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$20–25/hr
Fortville, IN • 20 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Two Toddlers, Must...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 01/06

12:30am - 3:30am

We need a reliable babysitter to care for our two young children, aged 1.5 and 3, on January 6, 2025, from 12:30 AM to 3:30 AM. The babysitter will supervise play while we are in the house doing a meeting. The role requires someone with their own car, comfortable with pets, and experienced with... More

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$19–21/hr
Carmel, IN • 16 miles away

Active Family In Need of After-School Care

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

The family is seeking a reliable and engaging caregiver for their two children, ages 10 and 11. The caregiver will be needed for after-school care from 3-5:30 PM two days / week. As our caregiver you will help with supporting the kids after-school. Responsibilities include reading, homework help... More

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$18–22/hr
Noblesville, IN • 9 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Cares for two...

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/23

5:00pm - 11:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for our three children starting December 23, 2024. The ideal candidate has experience with multiples and is comfortable with toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary-aged children. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, providing sick care when... More

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$25–33/hr
Indianapolis, IN • 22 miles away

Date night sitter for 6 month old

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 12/28

12:00am - 5:00am

My name is Mikala and am a first time mom to my son, Everett, who is 6 months. I am looking for a sitter for an upcoming date night, but looking for someone that we can build a strong relationship with as our future needs expand. This night would include approximately 2 hours of awake time, then bed... More

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$15–20/hr
Indianapolis, IN • 19 miles away

Fun, caring sitter for toddler and infant...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 7:00pm (flexible)

Hi! We are a family of four with two sweet daughters, ages 6 months and 2 years old. We are seeking a caring and experienced caregiver to join our family immediately for help over the next few weeks, with a transition to part-time care starting in January.
Primary Responsibilities -
Care for our 2... More

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$19–23/hr
Westfield, IN • 12 miles away

Looking for a reliable, experienced after...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

2:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

Small, clean and friendly household with one kid. No pets. Looking for an after school nanny

Will need to do bath time, light housekeeping and light meal prep. Receive child at the bus stop

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$19–23/hr
Fishers, IN • 15 miles away

Occational sitter for 1-2 girls.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have two girls aged 4 and 7. We have shared custody of the 7 year old so she only requires care sometimes.
Play with kids, perform bedtime routines, prepare basic food and snacks. Cleanup after kids after play.
Need sitter for occasional date nights or outings. We have 3 cats and an energetic... More

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$10–22/hr
Fishers, IN • 16 miles away

Regular Help Needed at least three days...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 8:00pm (flexible)

We have three kids ages 9, 11, and 11. Two boys and one girl. All of our kids are involved in various activities which has made our lives a bit complicated with all of the running around. My wife and I both work from home and need some assistance badly! Our kids are currently involved with... More

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$16–20/hr
Oakford, IN • 17 miles away

Date night sitter for 2 kiddos

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00pm - 10:00pm

We’re looking for a date night sitter and possibly after school care for our 2 kiddos. 1 boy (7) and 1 girl (5). We have a dog and 3 cats too.
For date nights - handle bedtime.
After school care - pick kids up from the bus stop, work on homework and handle after school routine.

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$15–23/hr
Indianapolis, IN • 18 miles away

Looking for a consistent go-to sitter for...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Interviewing and looking for a couple of sitters we can call on to be our consistent "go-to" sitters to build on-going and lasting relationship for back up care (when they have the occasional fever/illness and cannot attend daycare/school), date nights/special events, etc. Experience with autism a... More

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$18–22/hr
Noblesville, IN • 9 miles away

Part-time Sitter/Nanny

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

5:00pm - 9:00pm

We are a family of four..well five if you include our pup! :) We have two kids, Ethan (11) and Evie (4). Our dog is a Portuguese Water Dog and Is 1.5 years old.
We need someone to pick up our son and daughter from their schools. Feed them dinner, help our son with homework, and take our dog out.
Our... More

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$25–40/hr
Carmel, IN • 16 miles away

Occasional, as needed sitter for two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My name is Beth and my husband Scott and I are looking for a reliable babysitter for occasional date nights. We have 2 children, Scarlett (2) and Tommy (4). We are very relaxed, and the majority of the time the children will already be in bed for the times that we need you.
We would just need you... More

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$10–15/hr
Indianapolis, IN • 19 miles away

Full time sitter for 11 month old girl

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hey my name is alishah I’m a first time mom looking for child care during the day time

I would like caring ,responsible,honest light cleaning,feedings basic child care needs

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