$15–23/hr
Grand Rapids, MI • 21 miles away

Part-time sitter for two energetic toddlers

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

Family of four. Work locally and our schedules are generally fairly flexible.
Hang out with a 1 and a 3 year old. Provide snacks and go on walks. Sometimes venture to the park.

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$18–20/hr
Grand Rapids, MI • 21 miles away

Occasional sitter fora 4 & 6 year old.

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Our family is 4 & 6 year old, mom and dad. Mom and dad both work in healthcare/ems so our schedules can vary. We have a nice but shy dog, two cats, 3 chickens and 3 ducks. Our house can be a bit crazy at times but it works for us. Our children are rowdy but well behaved with good manners.
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$18–22/hr
Edmore, MI • 24 miles away

5 hours a few days a week for a very...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

6:00am - 11:00am (flexible)

Im looking for someone to watch my daughter while i work 6am-11am from my home.

Be able to travel to my house, help w potty training and keeping my daughter entertained

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

Looking for kind caregiver for kind baby

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 8:00am

My wife and I have a wonderful baby (almost a year old) who has a rare genetic diagnosis that causes seizures and developmental delays. We are looking for someone to watch her at our home Mondays-Thursdays while the dad (and sometimes mom) works from home in the basement.
Feed (milk & purées),... More

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$19–23/hr
Grand Rapids, MI • 21 miles away

Babysitter needed for two energetic toddlers

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are looking for a babysitter that can watch two energetic toddlers occasionally. For example, when daycare is closed or a weekend evening. One toddler is 2 and 10 months old. The second one is 1 and 10 months old.

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$16–18/hr
Comstock Park, MI • 22 miles away

Morning Only before school care

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 8:30am (flexible)

2 children 7 boy/15 girl. Mom and dad in household. There are 2 dogs (very friendly/love love) and 2 cats. Very chill boy and pretty quiet atmosphere. Older sister would be gone to school by the time sitter would arrive. Mom works night and dad works long early days.
Just need someone to hang out at... More

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$15–19/hr
Cedar Springs, MI • 19 miles away

Seeking a Loving and Responsible...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

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

We're a warm and loving family seeking a caring and responsible babysitter. With an adorable infant girl and an energetic toddler boy, our home is filled with laughter and joy. We value a nurturing environment and are excited to welcome someone who shares our commitment to providing a safe and happy... More

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Babysitting FAQ

How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

Babysitting jobs in your area

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Part-time sitter for two energetic toddlers

Part-time sitter for two energetic toddlers

Occasional sitter fora 4 & 6 year old.

Occasional sitter fora 4 & 6 year old.

5 hours a few days a week for a very...

5 hours a few days a week for a very...

Looking for kind caregiver for kind baby

Looking for kind caregiver for kind baby

Babysitter needed for two energetic toddlers

Babysitter needed for two energetic toddlers

Morning Only before school care

Morning Only before school care

Seeking a Loving and Responsible...

Seeking a Loving and Responsible...

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Babysitting FAQ

How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

How much do babysitters make?

Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

When do babysitters work?

How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

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Why are babysitters taxes important?

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

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How do babysitters find jobs?

What are things babysitters do with kids?

How can babysitters make extra money?

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