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.

$15–20/hr
Indianapolis, IN • 25 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

9:00am - 1:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for our toddler, starting March 10, 2025. You will work Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Responsibilities include providing a safe environment, engaging in a learning pod, assisting with homework, and helping with toilet training. You will prepare meals... More

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$18–22/hr
Zionsville, IN • 12 miles away

Seeking Babysitter for Three Children:...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

2:00pm - 6:00pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter to care for three children, ages elementary to middle school, starting on January 27, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with work hours from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks, driving the... More

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$15–17/hr
Indianapolis, IN • 16 miles away

Permanent occasional sitter for a 3 year...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We will soon be a family of 4! We have a 3 year old and one due in June. We are looking for a loving, honest and caring sitter with experience to be our permanent sitter on an occasional basis.

Most sitting times will be in the evening, bedtime routine may be required, serving of dinner.

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$19–20/hr
Indianapolis, IN • 23 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a responsible babysitter starting February 16, 2025, for our toddler. I'm looking for someone that can watch my toddler while I'm in labor you would be coming around while he's already sleep until I come out of hospital so it will be over night or 2 night max .

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$10–23/hr
Indianapolis, IN • 25 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a responsible babysitter to care for three children of preschool, elementary, and middle school ages. The start date is flexible, beginning around January 26, 2025. The caregiver prepares meals and snacks, manages bedtime, and supports toilet training. Light housekeeping duties, such as... More

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$18–25/hr
Indianapolis, IN • 15 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Three Young Children...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We need a babysitter for three children, aged toddler and preschool. The schedule is flexible, but tentatively starting on February 3, 2025. Majority of the duties would be focused on pickup and drop off at the kids' school/daycare. Drop off at school in the morning(6:30AM-8:00AM) and then pickup at... More

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$20–24/hr
Camby, IN • 19 miles away

Caregiver Needed for Toddler with Special...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 3:00am

We seek a babysitter for our toddler starting January 15, 2025. The schedule includes Wednesday to Saturday from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Responsibilities include caring for our child, preparing meals and snacks, driving to activities, and ensuring safety. The ideal candidate has experience with special... More

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$19–23/hr
Indianapolis, IN • 16 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddler: Care,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I need a caring and responsible babysitter for my toddler starting January 13, 2025, with some flexibility on the start date. The ideal candidate has their own car for errands and can help with tutoring and toilet training. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, running errands, and... More

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$19–21/hr
Carmel, IN • 17 miles away

Active Family In Need of After-School Care

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

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

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$15–20/hr
Indianapolis, IN • 23 miles away

13hr Shift twice a month ,3yr old boy

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Single Dad Household ,just need someone who can watch my son when at work for one weekend a month
He's currently being potty trained but for the sitter a simple diaper change will do ,I ll have groceries stocked in the fridge for you and him ,regular feeding times ,and a bed time, he has toys to... More

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$15–22/hr
Indianapolis, IN • 21 miles away

Fun, caring part-time nanny for toddler...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Hi! We are a family of four with two sweet daughters, ages 7 months and 2 years old. We are seeking a nurturing caregiver to join our family to watch our girls.

Primary Responsibilities - Care for our 2 year old, with occasional care for our 7 month old as needed. Engage in play and activities... More

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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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$15–20/hr
Indianapolis, IN • 16 miles away

Seeking part-time nanny for after-school help

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We have a 15 y/o, a 13 y/o, a 4 y/o, and a 15 m/o. We also have a French bulldog and a cat.

We are looking for a part-time nanny who can help with picking our kids up after school and/or from activities every day (Mon-Fri), spend time with our littlest children, helping them get a snack after... More

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$15–18/hr
Indianapolis, IN • 16 miles away

Looking for occasional sitter (1-2x/mo.)...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We have two young children and a French bulldog. I’m looking for someone who would be willing to babysit 1-2 times per month in the evenings so my husband and I can have a little time out of the house.

Generally, the babysitting could entail dinner and bedtime for the kids, depending on timing,... More

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