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.

$12–17/hr
Wyoming, MI • 12 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant, Nanny...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a responsible babysitter starting on January 18, 2025, to care for our infant. The babysitter will provide attentive supervision, engaging in play and developmental activities. Duties include feeding, diaper changes, and following the child's routine. The babysitter will ensure a safe and... More

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$13–20/hr
Rockford, MI • 23 miles away

Babysitter Needed for Toddlers and Infants...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 6:00pm

We are seeking a reliable babysitter to care for two children, a toddler and an infant, from January 20, 2025. The schedule is Monday to Friday, from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Responsibilities include supervising the children, engaging them in safe activities, preparing snacks, and ensuring a clean... More

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$17–23/hr
Grand Rapids, MI • 17 miles away

As needed sitter for 4 month old daughter.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Have a 4 month old daughter. Looking to have a consistent individual to utilize for date nights or unexpected events. She is in daycare full time so this would be on an as needed basis.

Watch our daughter, possibly feed her depending on the length, and possibly help put her down for naps or for... More

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$10–15/hr
Muskegon, MI • 22 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

1:00pm - 4:00pm

We seek a reliable babysitter for our infant starting January 20, 2025. The job runs Monday to Friday from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM. Responsibilities include caring for the child, feeding, changing, and engaging in age-appropriate activities. The candidate must be comfortable with pets and capable of... More

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$10–20/hr
Holland, MI • 16 miles away

Seeking Caring Babysitter for Toddler with...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 7:30pm (flexible)

We seek a caring babysitter for our toddler starting around January 19, 2025. This position occurs on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays from 3:30 PM to 7:00 PM. The sitter will provide support for our child with special needs, prepare meals and snacks, and assist with toilet training. We... More

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$19–22/hr
Grand Rapids, MI • 17 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Infant on...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am (flexible)

We are looking for a babysitter for one infant starting on a flexible date, with regular hours on Wednesdays, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The ideal candidate has their own car and is comfortable with pets - 2 dogs and 1 cat, all housetrained. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks,... More

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$18–22/hr
Grand Rapids, MI • 17 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 5:30pm (flexible)

We seek a reliable babysitter for three children, ages preschool to elementary. The schedule starts on January 20, 2025, with flexible start dates, and includes Monday to Friday from 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM (Times flexible but must be available from 2:45-4:30 at least 3 days). Responsibilities include... More

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$15–22/hr
Wyoming, MI • 12 miles away

Spanish-Speaking Babysitter Needed for...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

11:00am - 4:00pm (flexible)

We need a babysitter for one infant, starting on February 10, 2025. The schedule is flexible, with hours from 11:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Thursday. The ideal candidate must be comfortable with pets and have their own car. The babysitter needs to speak Spanish to communicate effectively.... More

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$18–22/hr
Holland, MI • 15 miles away

Caring Babysitter Needed for Toddler...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a reliable babysitter for our toddler starting January 4, 2025. The babysitter prepares healthy meals and snacks and assists with toilet training. The position includes managing bedtime routines. The ideal candidate owns a car for transportation and is responsible for keeping our child safe... More

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$18–22/hr
Grand Rapids, MI • 14 miles away

Sitter needed for amazing twins!

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:30am - 2:30pm

Hi! We are the Julian Family! I am Heather and I work full time as an event planner here in GR. My husband, Mike, works for a tech company in GR and while he will occasionally work from home, he is primarily in the office most days. We have two amazing twin boys that are almost 14 months old and... More

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$13–19/hr
Muskegon, MI • 24 miles away

Experienced Babysitter Needed for Three...

3 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We seek a caring babysitter for three children, ages preschool and elementary. The start date is flexible, beginning January 6, 2025. Responsibilities include driving the children to activities, helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks, and providing sick care when needed. Experience with... More

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$20–24/hr
Ada, MI • 23 miles away

After School Nanny- July 2025 start

4 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

PT nanny in Ada for 4 kids (girls 12 & 10, boys 8 & 4), beginning July 2025 long-term-NOT summer-only. M/W/F 3:30-6:30. Ideal match can be silly but also firm, is on time with activities/schedule, is flexible, mature, responsible and organized. Nanny will be responsible for school/daycare/activity... More

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$10–20/hr
Grand Rapids, MI • 14 miles away

Reliable Babysitter Needed for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

1:30pm - 5:30pm

We are looking for a caring babysitter for two children, ages toddler and preschool, from January 1, 2025. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, from 1:30 PM to 5:00 PM. The babysitter must have a reliable car to safely drive the children. Responsibilities include engaging the kids in activities,... More

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$17–21/hr
Holland, MI • 16 miles away

One-time sitter for a Swedish flower girl

1 child

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 01/04

11:00am - 8:00pm (flexible)

We are a family from Sweden who are attending a wedding in Holland, MI. We have one daughter who will be turning 3 at the end of March.
We are looking for someone to help our daughter during the wedding. We will help you during the day and in putting her to bed. We are looking for someone to stay... More

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