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.

$10–20/hr
Kansas City, KS • 21 miles away

Part Time sitter for 3 great smart kids

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

Hello. I'm a 27 year old single mom. With not much help with small things while I'm at work. I have 3 boys. I have a 8 year old, 6 year old and 3 year old.
I need help with getting all the kids from daycare and school.. help them at home get settled in and something to eat. Get them out for an... More

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$18–22/hr
Lenexa, KS • 15 miles away

Part-time sitter for one kiddos that needs...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:30am - 8:30am

We are a large family. I do foster care and need help with a kiddo that attends a different school.
I need assistance with getting a child ready for school, put on and off his transportation.
I have to be at work at 7:30am but his bus does not come until 8:20ish do to the change of school hours. He... More

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$16–20/hr
Lawrence, KS • 13 miles away

Part-time morning sitter for 2nd grader...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Single father of 2 boys, Isaac(7) & Wrenley (5). I live in Ottawa, KS but they currently live with their mom in Lawrence, KS and I will have them for a couple days(Nov 14th-15th) while their mom will be in the hospital those days giving child birth.
I work at 6:30am in Ottawa and would need someone... More

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$10–15/hr
Kansas City, KS • 18 miles away

Sitter/ nanny for one baby

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

It’s just me and my baby. I leave for work very early in the mornings.
Because I have to leave for work early, I need someone to watch my baby while is asleep and take him to daycare when he wakes.

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$15–17/hr
Mission, KS • 23 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic kids

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 6:00pm

Hey I have a 4yr old boy who has the most highest energy and a 7yr old girl with a lot of creativity and the most sweetest can be:)
Mainly needing help with getting son from school and getting kids fed before bed and ready for the next day.
Im located in Mission, ks my son may go back to school in... More

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$18–25/hr
Overland Park, KS • 22 miles away

PT Sitter for 2 boys in Overland Park

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

My husband Jarrod and I have our hands full with two boys (2 and 4 years old) who would never stop moving or talking if they had their way. We also have two dogs, Ru who is 4 years old and a mini Aussie doodle (10 lbs) and Tilly who is 1 year old and a 40 lb mutt.
I am an attorney and work full... More

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$10–15/hr
Shawnee, KS • 22 miles away

Part time sitter for toddler soon to be 3

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 5:00am (flexible)

Child needs plenty of attention, likes play dough, coloring, building with various blocks. Does not like separation from me but will do okay with reassurance. Preferably in the Shawnee - Lenexa area.

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$18–19/hr
Overland Park, KS • 23 miles away

Part Time sitter for Saturday and Sundays

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

4 yr old little boy, has eczema, very energetic,

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$17–25/hr
Platte City, MO • 23 miles away

Part-time sitter for two loving boys

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! My name is Mikayla! I have two boyswho love meeting people, eating, playing, watching ninja turtles and playing sports. The youngest loves to do what his brother does.
The boys are easy going, they love snacks! We have two dogs who are pretty lazy and keep to themselves after the initial meet... More

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$19–26/hr
Olathe, KS • 25 miles away

In Search of a Nurturing/experienced...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My husband and I have a smiley, almost 3 month old and a house full of loving animals.

We are looking for someone with experience with infants to look after our daughter- both while mommy is home & sometimes away.

We may be interested in building a weekly schedule with opportunity for more... More

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$19–23/hr
Shawnee, KS • 14 miles away

Occasional sitter needed in the AM when me...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello we are a military family here new to the Kansas 66226 area we have 2 kids 1 and 5yrs old and 2 cats.

I need someone able to come sit with our girls on days my husband has to be at work early and until I get home from my night shift (8am) so you would be there from around 6-6:30am till 8am... More

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$14–18/hr
Shawnee, KS • 22 miles away

Minimal Part Time Sitter for Toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Hello! I am looking for a sitter willing to do just minimal care for extra cash! I am needing care for Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 8 PM.

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$10–15/hr
Olathe, KS • 19 miles away

FT sitter for 2 young children + 1 teen...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I work about 5 days a week they are not set days but I do know in advance, typically always Sunday and Mondays. I have 2 younger children 4, and 8 and a teen boy, 17, who often stays in his room playing his game. He typically only comes out to eat or go to work. I cannot depend on him to actually... More

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$18–20/hr
Shawnee, KS • 20 miles away

Part time sitter

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

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

I’m Kayla. I have a 3 year old son who is in school and with my overnight work schedule it’s really hard to sleep, get him to school and do house hold chores. Just need a little extra help.
Pick up and drop off from school. Have after school meal time and learning activities.
My child goes to school... More

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